# Attn: NYSpeed cigar buffs... **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Off Topic\ **Created:** [September 25, 2006, 8:55pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017 "2006-09-25T20:55:06Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![MPD47](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mpd47/32/7383_2.png) [@MPD47](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MPD47)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 10:47am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/21 "2006-09-26T10:47:29Z")
Yeah, I’ve heard the 26’s are impossible to get. Hell the '64s arent even that easy to come by. Except this little cigar shop down in key west had two boxes, which I smiled at 🙂 Has anyone here had a La Aurora 100 anos? ---
**Author:** ![JaysGreenLX](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jaysgreenlx/32/7321_2.png) [@JaysGreenLX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JaysGreenLX)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 10:54am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/22 "2006-09-26T10:54:35Z")
> [@ezfd](#): > > Thanks, I’ll def check these out. If you really want to drop a lot of cash on smokes…or even if you don’t, check out [www.cigarbid.com](http://www.cigarbid.com) The prices are really good. If you do decide to bid on something check [www.cigarsinternational.com](http://www.cigarsinternational.com) (cigarbid’s parent company) to make sure you aren’t bidding too much. Last summer I spent about $200 a month these sites. Now I have a humidor with 200+ stogies with over a year of age on them. And I only smoke maybe 2 or 3 a month. Oh…two more cigars that I totally forgot about but love are Torano Exodus 1959 - more of a medium to strong cigar Toran Casa Torano - one of my favorite mild cigars ---
**Author:** ![Blue\_Eyed\_Devil](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/blue_eyed_devil/32/7292_2.png) [@Blue\_Eyed\_Devil](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Blue_Eyed_Devil)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 12:23pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/23 "2006-09-26T12:23:03Z")
Not to hijack this thread but how do you smoke a hookah? I clicked on the link and found you need charcoal, what is that all about? Is the charcoal used as a filter or do you burn it?:gotme: It looks interesting but obviously I know nothing about it.:biglaugh: ---
**Author:** ![brent\_strong](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/brent_strong/32/7203_2.png) [@brent\_strong](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/brent_strong)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 12:25pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/24 "2006-09-26T12:25:41Z")
The charcoal is used to heat/steam the tobacco which is then smoked bong style (pulled down through water) through a hose. The key is to NOT burn the shisha or else it tastes like shit. ---
**Author:** ![Blue\_Eyed\_Devil](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/blue_eyed_devil/32/7292_2.png) [@Blue\_Eyed\_Devil](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Blue_Eyed_Devil)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 12:28pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/25 "2006-09-26T12:28:12Z")
So does the shisha go on top of the charcoal? How does it not burn? ---
**Author:** ![brent\_strong](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/brent_strong/32/7203_2.png) [@brent\_strong](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/brent_strong)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 12:31pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/26 "2006-09-26T12:31:32Z")
Shisha goes in a bowl. Cover that with tinfoil with holes poked in it. Put the charcoal on top. ---
**Author:** ![Blue\_Eyed\_Devil](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/blue_eyed_devil/32/7292_2.png) [@Blue\_Eyed\_Devil](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Blue_Eyed_Devil)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 12:33pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/27 "2006-09-26T12:33:25Z")
Thanks. OK back on topic. ---
**Author:** ![JaysGreenLX](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jaysgreenlx/32/7321_2.png) [@JaysGreenLX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JaysGreenLX)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 12:39pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/28 "2006-09-26T12:39:09Z")
I think I am going to start smoking pipes. I love the smell of the cherry tobacco. ---
**Author:** ![FightinMike](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/7bcc69/32.png) [@FightinMike](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/FightinMike)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 4:17pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/29 "2006-09-26T16:17:10Z")
Cant remember the time or station but I remember coming home later, 1-2am, from work and hearing this guy who has his own talk radio show all about cigars. It was pretty funny cause he gets all these rednecks calling in and they just sit around smoking cigars bitching about random shit. So I know that was no help, but he has a cigar of the month type deal where you get like 5 per month. ill see if I can find it. EDIT: > **[Cigar Dave "The General" - Cigar Dave](https://CigarDave.com/cigar-dave/)** > > Cigar Dave is an acclaimed nationally syndicated radio show devoted to the Alpha Male Lifestyle – and the foremost authority on the Alpha Male Good Life. kinda expensive, funny to listen to. ---
**Author:** ![Evil\_Stang](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/evil_stang/32/7256_2.png) [@Evil\_Stang](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Evil_Stang)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 4:46pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/30 "2006-09-26T16:46:03Z")
> [@JaysGreenLX](#): > > If you really want to drop a lot of cash on smokes…or even if you don’t, check out [www.cigarbid.com](http://www.cigarbid.com/) The prices are really good. > > If you do decide to bid on something check [www.cigarsinternational.com](http://www.cigarsinternational.com/) (cigarbid’s parent company) to make sure you aren’t bidding too much. > > Last summer I spent about $200 a month these sites. Now I have a humidor with 200+ stogies with over a year of age on them. And I only smoke maybe 2 or 3 a month. You need to post a warnign about cigar bid, place is friggen addictive. You need to know your prices thou, i’ve seen people spend way too much on stuff. The Big indian and Smoking Joe’s have great selections and great prices. ---
**Author:** ![ezfd](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ezfd/32/7334_2.png) [@ezfd](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ezfd)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 5:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/31 "2006-09-26T17:00:07Z")
Evil Stang, I love your avatar ---
**Author:** ![Shockwave179](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/shockwave179/32/7496_2.png) [@Shockwave179](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Shockwave179)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 6:25pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/32 "2006-09-26T18:25:29Z")
If you haven’t tried one yet, definitely try an Acid. Some other stuff that I would recommend, some of its already been suggested. -Gispert is one of the best cheap cigars I’ve ever had. -Anything CAO (Moontrance, Mx2 etc) -Onyx Reserve -Any Macanudo -Any Partagas -Natural line made by drew estate (same as Acid) ---
**Author:** ![Evil\_Stang](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/evil_stang/32/7256_2.png) [@Evil\_Stang](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Evil_Stang)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 6:39pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/33 "2006-09-26T18:39:11Z")
> [@ezfd](#): > > Evil Stang, I love your avatar Thanks, Cuban Punch’s rule. I believe that was a 01 Punch Punch, but it could of been a Churchill I don’t recall. ---
**Author:** ![JaysGreenLX](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jaysgreenlx/32/7321_2.png) [@JaysGreenLX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JaysGreenLX)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 6:47pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/34 "2006-09-26T18:47:27Z")
> [@Shockwave179](#): > > If you haven’t tried one yet, definitely try an Acid. > > Some other stuff that I would recommend, some of its already been suggested. > > -Gispert is one of the best cheap cigars I’ve ever had. > -Anything CAO (Moontrance, Mx2 etc) > -Onyx Reserve > -Any Macanudo > -Any Partagas > -Natural line made by drew estate (same as Acid) I am fine with everything except Acid. I don’t like those at all. ---
**Author:** ![JaysGreenLX](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jaysgreenlx/32/7321_2.png) [@JaysGreenLX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JaysGreenLX)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 6:51pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/35 "2006-09-26T18:51:18Z")
> [@Evil Stang](#): > > Thanks, Cuban Punch’s rule. I believe that was a 01 Punch Punch, but it could of been a Churchill I don’t recall. ISOMs are a whole new story… PSD4’s :tup: ---
**Author:** ![Fry](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/fry/32/7284_2.png) [@Fry](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Fry)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 7:55pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/36 "2006-09-26T19:55:20Z")
I’ve lost my taste for most cigars. Although I’ve been loving the clove flavoured ones I brought back from Costa Rica last year. I brought home a box of 40 I got in Tortuguero. But I only have 1 left! Pipe \>\> Cigar Just much smoother or something. :gotme: I can appreciate a good smoke, but I’m not a connoseur by any means. Haha my buddies got me a corncob pipe as a gag gift once, so I smoked with it and they didn’t believe me when I was like “dude, this is really good!” Mmm I oughta go smoke some right now. Does pipe tobacco get better with age? I’ve got a bag of bourbon flavored tobacco that’s about 5 years old and some other stuff from the Tinder Box on Transit that’s probably 4 years old. How do you properly pack a pipe? I always have to keep re-lighting. Am I not packing tight enough? ---
**Author:** ![JaysGreenLX](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jaysgreenlx/32/7321_2.png) [@JaysGreenLX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JaysGreenLX)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 8:05pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/37 "2006-09-26T20:05:39Z")
I would imagine pipe tobacco gets better with age as long as it doesn’t get moldy or stale. Cigars improve with age. Actually they are similar to wine in that they get better with age and they need a specific type of climate to stay preserved and age properly. ---
**Author:** ![Fry](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/fry/32/7284_2.png) [@Fry](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Fry)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 8:11pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/38 "2006-09-26T20:11:16Z")
I keep my stuff in a little Cedar humidor, so it should be good now. Haha if only I wouldn’t catch hell from the woman if I smoked a pipe right now…:whip:Granted, that morning after taste in your mouth is pretty unpleasant… ---
**Author:** ![Evil\_Stang](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/evil_stang/32/7256_2.png) [@Evil\_Stang](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Evil_Stang)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2006, 10:26pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/39 "2006-09-26T22:26:00Z")
> [@JaysGreenLX](#): > > I would imagine pipe tobacco gets better with age as long as it doesn’t get moldy or stale. > > Cigars improve with age. Actually they are similar to wine in that they get better with age and they need a specific type of climate to stay preserved and age properly. Some cigars improve with age, almost all Cuban’s do, infact some arn’t even smokable till they ae 2-3 years old, mild non Cubans usually don’t get any better, only stornger non Cubans like Opus X, PAM/PAN’s, Patel Edges… and you need ot keep the right conditions 70% like you see is way off base for aging, never want to go higher than 68% and Cubans and a lot of NC’s prefer 65-66%. Keep a Perdomo at 68% and you’ll have a hard time gettign it to draww properly. Over 68 % and warmer temps and you risk beetle infestations, especially with Cubans made before 2005. No so much a problem with NC’s. ---
**Author:** ![JaysGreenLX](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jaysgreenlx/32/7321_2.png) [@JaysGreenLX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JaysGreenLX)\ **Post date:** [September 27, 2006, 5:29am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017/40 "2006-09-27T05:29:07Z")
Age improves all cigars when properly kept. If you have ever smoked a cigar during the sick period you know what I am talking about. Mild cigars will mellow even more with age and strong cigars will smooth out and not be so harsh. I try to keep my at 65 degrees 65% humidity and I haven’t had a problem. [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017.md?page=1) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-nyspeed-cigar-buffs/18017.md?page=3)