Gurkha hatin

[icehog3]

I know that when you posted the "B&M vs. The Big Guys" thread, you admitted that you were trying to stir up some controversy.

Now that that thread has died off, I imagine you sitting at your computer, giggling, thinking, "How can I stir the pot next'.

Close? Be honest.

[icehog3]

[Emjaysmash]

Originally Posted by icehog3

LMAO

I'm bored.

[icehog3]

Originally Posted by Darrell

I'm bored.

My last Gurkha. Ever.

[skullnrose]

I have smoked a few that were passable but not something I'd buy again. What I really dislike about them Is their marketing and how they boast about how great they are. It's just way over the top and that's enough to keep me from buying them. Same thing goes for me with CAO I have had a few I liked but none I'd buy a box of But hey if you like them by all means smoke them and enjoy them.

[Emjaysmash]

Originally Posted by skullnrose

I have smoked a few that were passable but not something I'd buy again. What I really dislike about them Is their marketing and how they boast about how great they are. It's just way over the top and that's enough to keep me from buying them. Same thing goes for me with CAO I have had a few I liked but none I'd buy a box of But hey if you like them by all means smoke them and enjoy them.

With my budget, I cant justify the cost for the experience I get out of them.

[Don Fernando]

Originally Posted by Legend

Ok
. I've seen it here from a few. A lot of Gurkha hate. Personally I don't get it. I do, however, want to know why.

The answer is pretty simple. Gurkha has a lot of lines, and only one or two are to my likings, the rest are awefull, that's why I hate Gurkha.

The haters here have only specifically mentioned one cigar. The rest very vague which doesn't give me a why beyond personal preference. Now first of all I am not trying to stir up the pot. And second. I have many cigars that I do not personally prefer. But I still can appreciate the good construction and quality tobacco. I don't just hate on them.

I guess to be more specific. Why the venom? Why hated so much more than "eh not my type"

[landhoney]

Originally Posted by Legend

I guess to be more specific. Why the venom? Why hated so much more than "eh not my type"

I think it's a combination of two factors:

1. Many feel the cigars taste bad (myself included - burnt earth/dirt, not my cup of tea)
2. The descriptions of them being "the Rolls Royce of cigars" , the huge amount of cigar lines, the "most expensive cigar in the world", copying the Cuban RE bands, the CI descriptions, the high prices....but then there are always some to be found at discounted prices, etc. etc. etc.

And I don't think it's hatred, just 'easy/fun to make fun of". It's like if the AMC Pacer marketed itself as the "ultimate driving machine" and came in 500 different variations, but all similarly not so great.

[Da Klugs]

The best advice on dealing with the devil is.....

don't.

Smoke what you like. Respect others right to do the same.

Re: Gurkha's? Exploration of cigars likes and dislikes is an evolutionary experience. You don't realize what you don't know until you learn more. Many, upon learning more, realize things.

[DPD6030]

My I can spend less on things that I know I like and don't make me want to Oh btw, thanks Don for the sampler that included a Gurkha

[Texan in Mexico]

Good morning Mr. Legend,

I do not hate Gurhkas.

There are very few things in life I can honestly say I hate.

To hate requires a certain energy and dedication of resources to right a wrong when one's, or one's friends and / or family's, rights or liberties have been affected.

There is so much in life that affects us, our friends and family that to waste saying I hate a certain cigar brand is energy poorly invested for me.

I have tried the Nepalese Warrior, a 5er, and it was a poor stick in my opinion as it was a inferior version of the RP 90 for me (poorly rolled all 5). I would have said bland earth instead of dirt but that is part of the beauty of this hobby - I taste bland earth and my neighbor taste dirt!

I also tried the barber pole version, again a 5er to be fair, and it had the light taste of air.

At the price point for many of their cigars I can get some extremely nice CC's - some LGC and Montes come to mind or in the non-CC world I can find Padron Principes and many of Mr. Pepins cigars.

That is why I choose to not purchase Gurhka sticks and I believe I fall into what Mr. Klugman has said below.

Good luck on your next thread!

Respectfully,

Travis

Originally Posted by Da Klugs

The best advice on dealing with the devil is.....

don't.

Smoke what you like. Respect others right to do the same.

Re: Gurkha's? Exploration of cigars likes and dislikes is an evolutionary experience. You don't realize what you don't know until you learn more. Many, upon learning more, realize things.

[chippewastud79]

Originally Posted by Da Klugs

Re: Gurkha's? Exploration of cigars likes and dislikes is an evolutionary experience. You don't realize what you don't know until you learn more. Many, upon learning more, realize things.

This pretty much sums it up for most. When I was a mere noob I was caught by the flashiness and relative ease to obtain Gurkhas. I bought the Beast, Nepalese Warrior and random other ones based on the prices from the devil and the 'reviews', well I bought the Beast because it was huge. I can say that the cigars wouldn't make me puke or want to scrape my tongue with a straight razor, but as you experience more you realize that they are nothing but a product of hype. Most B+M's don't carry them, if they did they blow them out when they realize they can't sell them (even with the gimics). They are flashy, they throw the advertising in your face and make a million different claims of superiority. But, when it comes down to it, the more cigars you have a chance to experience, the less likely people tend to be leaning back towards Gurkha.

[Rock Star]

Originally Posted by Da Klugs

The best advice on dealing with the devil is.....

don't.

Smoke what you like. Respect others right to do the same.

Re: Gurkha's? Exploration of cigars likes and dislikes is an evolutionary experience. You don't realize what you don't know until you learn more. Many, upon learning more, realize things.

what he said..oh and they suck because they do..walks like a duck..and they have too many in their line that suck..

Happy Anniversary though...

[icehog3]

Originally Posted by Legend

The haters here have only specifically mentioned one cigar. The rest very vague which doesn't give me a why beyond personal preference. Now first of all I am not trying to stir up the pot. And second. I have many cigars that I do not personally prefer. But I still can appreciate the good construction and quality tobacco. I don't just hate on them.

I guess to be more specific. Why the venom? Why hated so much more than "eh not my type"

With respect for Klugs' manta of "smoke what you like", the OP has asked that we not be so vague...so off the top of my head....

Smoked The Beast....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Titan....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Genghis Khan....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Series 1887 Churchill...tasted like dirt.

Smoked an Ancient Warrior...tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Black Dragon....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Legend....tasted foul and sour.

Smoked a Regent...again, foul and sour.

Smoked whatever the churchill barberpole version is...tasted like air.

[Whee]

Originally Posted by icehog3

With respect for Klugs' manta of "smoke what you like", the OP has asked that we not be so vague...so off the top of my head....

Smoked The Beast....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Titan....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Genghis Khan....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Series 1887 Churchill...tasted like dirt.

Smoked an Ancient Warrior...tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Black Dragon....tasted like dirt.

Smoked a Legend....tasted foul and sour.

Smoked a Regent...again, foul and sour.

Smoked whatever the churchill barberpole version is...tasted like air.

Stop smoking the ones the dog has buried in the backyard and maybe the dirt taste will go away?

Smoked a few,the Vintage, Royal Brigade and one other I can't remember. Usually have burn issues and Flavor is kinda "meh" for the price.

I think this cigar is more "hype" than anything.

[Jimbo14]

Bobby! Where are you mate??????

[s15driftking]

Originally Posted by Jimbo14

Bobby! Where are you mate??????

I think it would be wise if i shut my trap you know?

Plus, i agree with everyone, Gurkhas are big stinky, nasty, perfume-like, overpriced, marketing-driven, and usually unravel 60% of the time....

For some reason, (overall) i really enjoy them, ever since i had my first Master Select this past September with a glass of Gin and Tonic.

Originally Posted by SilverFox

Funnily enough this is the best point noted in the whole thread. In my humble baseless opinion particularly the bolded portion "The title just says lets argue" not that I would normally do so, but I find myself questioning the motives of the OP.

But Fox! There must be a Gurkha love/hate thread with the Season's change!! Just kidding, there does not need to be one. I love you all, that is all!

[Smoke Naked]

Originally Posted by s15driftking

I love you all, that is all!

Oh Bobby, I don't even know you but I love you and your love for Gurkhas too. Man hugs all around folks.