11 sticks left in my humi...

shilala · 01-09-2012, 02:23 PM

You've picked the right direction by sticking with singles. Experience everything you can so you can find out what you like. That way you can tell guys what you like and they can suggest similar (and usually better) sticks based on the info you'll provide.
Make sure you go check out the Newbie Sampler Trade. That's a must. It'll allow you to experience some stuff that more seasoned vets will share your way, plus it'll build your trade rep and eventually unlock the Want To Sell forum to you where you'll find a treasure trove or awesome sticks at awesome prices.

Blak Smyth · 01-09-2012, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by shilala

You've picked the right direction by sticking with singles. Experience everything you can so you can find out what you like. That way you can tell guys what you like and they can suggest similar (and usually better) sticks based on the info you'll provide.
Make sure you go check out the Newbie Sampler Trade. That's a must. It'll allow you to experience some stuff that more seasoned vets will share your way, plus it'll build your trade rep and eventually unlock the Want To Sell forum to you where you'll find a treasure trove or awesome sticks at awesome prices.

Yes, Listen to Scott, he is wise! NST is the way to get started!

Click the NST link in my signature!

Coop · 01-09-2012, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by shilala

You've picked the right direction by sticking with singles. Experience everything you can so you can find out what you like. That way you can tell guys what you like and they can suggest similar (and usually better) sticks based on the info you'll provide.
Make sure you go check out the Newbie Sampler Trade. That's a must. It'll allow you to experience some stuff that more seasoned vets will share your way, plus it'll build your trade rep and eventually unlock the Want To Sell forum to you where you'll find a treasure trove or awesome sticks at awesome prices.

Do you have to have trader rep to view the WTS/WTT section??? The reason I ask is I am not a newbie to cigars, just this particular forum. I don't feel right doing a newbie trade section....

MrClean · 01-09-2012, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Coop

Do you have to have trader rep to view the WTS/WTT section??? The reason I ask is I am not a newbie to cigars, just this particular forum. I don't feel right doing a newbie trade section....

I'm not sure what the criteria exactly is. But after you've been here awhile, things do open up. I know several guys who were only new to the site but not cigars have participated in the NST. It's actually kinda fun to watch a knowledgeable person new to the site and a vet of the site trade.

CigarSquid · 01-10-2012, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Taki

Definitely 5er's and definitely NST!!...best way to learn what you like and get variety

1 year in to it for me, and I have yet to buy a box.. I really want to just so I can say I have, But I even have a hard time committing to the 10-20 count bundles.

I love grabbing a 5er from all the different sites out there and a few singles/doubles from shops I pass and know.

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Originally Posted by MrClean

I'm not sure what the criteria exactly is. But after you've been here awhile, things do open up. I know several guys who were only new to the site but not cigars have participated in the NST. It's actually kinda fun to watch a knowledgeable person new to the site and a vet of the site trade.

Things do open up.. GREAT THIGNS! Like I said, I have been here for a year and I am just getting on the NST. Exciting!

SteelCityBoy · 01-10-2012, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Coop

Do you have to have trader rep to view the WTS/WTT section??? The reason I ask is I am not a newbie to cigars, just this particular forum. I don't feel right doing a newbie trade section....

You just need to keep participating and stay involved on the forum and "some new doors" open up for you. Some of the things that help you in this area are:

100 posts/ 60 day membership/participation in trade (trader rating).

BTW, The NST doesn't need to just be for people that are completely new to cigars. Just helps get you some trader feedback and meet some new folks and spread the joy of cigar smoking around a little bit.

Hem · 01-12-2012, 09:04 AM

Let us know what you get in! And if you like them!

shilala · 01-12-2012, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Coop

Do you have to have trader rep to view the WTS/WTT section??? The reason I ask is I am not a newbie to cigars, just this particular forum. I don't feel right doing a newbie trade section....

I'm not sure about the trader rep. The unlock secrets are a mystery to everyone. Ken took a guess up there and from my time here, it seems about right. Everyone is encouraged to join the NST, and pretty much everyone does it. It's there to do lots of good things, but mostly to get members to participate in the site on a deeper level and gain trader rep.
It'll allow you to get to know some guys closely and talk to them via pm and share your likes and dislikes. It's a great way to make friends. Once you've done a trade, I do believe that should unlock a lot of other forums to you. That'll allow for you to participate even more, and hopefully join the NST as a CIA, where you'll be able to help new guys along.
Many, many, many guys who aren't new to cigars do the NST. It's a blast. Go give it a try, brother.

01-09-2012, 02:23 PM	#1
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: 11 sticks left in my humi... You've picked the right direction by sticking with singles. Experience everything you can so you can find out what you like. That way you can tell guys what you like and they can suggest similar (and usually better) sticks based on the info you'll provide. Make sure you go check out the Newbie Sampler Trade. That's a must. It'll allow you to experience some stuff that more seasoned vets will share your way, plus it'll build your trade rep and eventually unlock the Want To Sell forum to you where you'll find a treasure trove or awesome sticks at awesome prices. __________________

01-12-2012, 09:04 AM	#7
Hem Feeling at Home Join Date: Jan 2012 First Name: Bill Location: Tampa (Cigar City) Posts: 826 Trading: (13)	Re: 11 sticks left in my humi... Let us know what you get in! And if you like them!