Comments on: Beginner Basics with Tom and Ed http://www.stogiereview.com/2008/06/06/beginner-basics-with-tom-and-ed/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beginner-basics-with-tom-and-ed Cigar reviews with a video twist Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:32:38 +0000 hourly 1 By: Mad Med http://www.stogiereview.com/2008/06/06/beginner-basics-with-tom-and-ed/#comment-108557 Mad Med Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:41:05 +0000 http://www.stogiereview.com/?p=612#comment-108557 Here are the results of my experiment. Cigar: La Estrella Cubana "R" Robusto. I took neodad45's (cigarbid) advice and chose a toothy wrapped maduro. Weather: 28 °F / -2 °C, Light Snow Mist. Wind 6 mph / 9 km/h / 2.6 m/s from the SW. About half an inch of snow fall while smoking the cigar. Total time: 75 minutes Chill time 90 minutes All and all it turned out well. A small section of the wrapper came off but the burn line held steady even with the wind and occasional snow flakes landing on the stick. The cigar did not warp, crack or split in anyway. I was pleasantly surprised that the experiment turned out as well as it did. I do recommend should anyone choose to duplicate my experiment, that they bring along a thermos of coffee. I can see me smoking outside once every week or two. Though my daily smoking hole will remain indoors, in the warmth of the canteen in my local VFW chapter. Here are the results of my experiment.

Cigar: La Estrella Cubana “R” Robusto. I took neodad45′s (cigarbid) advice and chose a toothy wrapped maduro.

Weather: 28 °F / -2 °C, Light Snow Mist. Wind 6 mph / 9 km/h / 2.6 m/s from the SW.
About half an inch of snow fall while smoking the cigar.

Total time: 75 minutes

Chill time 90 minutes

All and all it turned out well. A small section of the wrapper came off but the burn line held steady even with the wind and occasional snow flakes landing on the stick. The cigar did not warp, crack or split in anyway. I was pleasantly surprised that the experiment turned out as well as it did. I do recommend should anyone choose to duplicate my experiment, that they bring along a thermos of coffee.

I can see me smoking outside once every week or two. Though my daily smoking hole will remain indoors, in the warmth of the canteen in my local VFW chapter.

]]> By: Mad Med http://www.stogiereview.com/2008/06/06/beginner-basics-with-tom-and-ed/#comment-108298 Mad Med Sun, 09 Jan 2011 12:09:28 +0000 http://www.stogiereview.com/?p=612#comment-108298 In the military stationed in a cold weather climate. I live in enlisted quarters and unable to enjoy a cigar in the privacy of my own residence. When I smoke outside the sub zero temperature causes the cigar to split within seconds. Asking around the unanimous responses fellow smokers were to wait until winter passes. My out of the box thinking father had a unique suggestion; to chill the cigars in the refrigerator for an hour or so prior to bringing outside. He pointed out that law enforcement in extreme cold weather environments have a cold room for their side arms to prevent rapid condensation from forming leading to a rusty firearm. Looking for feedback from the community or Tips and Tricks. Thank you. In the military stationed in a cold weather climate. I live in enlisted quarters and unable to enjoy a cigar in the privacy of my own residence. When I smoke outside the sub zero temperature causes the cigar to split within seconds. Asking around the unanimous responses fellow smokers were to wait until winter passes. My out of the box thinking father had a unique suggestion; to chill the cigars in the refrigerator for an hour or so prior to bringing outside. He pointed out that law enforcement in extreme cold weather environments have a cold room for their side arms to prevent rapid condensation from forming leading to a rusty firearm. Looking for feedback from the community or Tips and Tricks. Thank you.

]]> By: Tom http://www.stogiereview.com/2008/06/06/beginner-basics-with-tom-and-ed/#comment-94591 Tom Mon, 31 May 2010 01:12:44 +0000 http://www.stogiereview.com/?p=612#comment-94591 Josh - Glad it helped! Once you starting noticing all of the flavors it really takes enjoyment to the next level. And your at the right site - Stogie Review RULES! Josh – Glad it helped! Once you starting noticing all of the flavors it really takes enjoyment to the next level. And your at the right site – Stogie Review RULES!

]]> By: Josh http://www.stogiereview.com/2008/06/06/beginner-basics-with-tom-and-ed/#comment-94579 Josh Sun, 30 May 2010 02:22:54 +0000 http://www.stogiereview.com/?p=612#comment-94579 Thank you! I have been smoking cigars now and then for about 5 years now, and I've watched an untold amount of "beginner" videos and read countless cigar reviews. This was by far the most informative beginners guide I have ever watched, and thanks to you guys I smoked a cigar correctly for the first time ever, just tonight. It was a NUB Cameroon (4x60) and it tasted like wood-fired, chocolate covered espresso beans. My cherry's been popped! Thanks again. Thank you! I have been smoking cigars now and then for about 5 years now, and I’ve watched an untold amount of “beginner” videos and read countless cigar reviews. This was by far the most informative beginners guide I have ever watched, and thanks to you guys I smoked a cigar correctly for the first time ever, just tonight. It was a NUB Cameroon (4×60) and it tasted like wood-fired, chocolate covered espresso beans. My cherry’s been popped! Thanks again.

]]> By: Ern1911 http://www.stogiereview.com/2008/06/06/beginner-basics-with-tom-and-ed/#comment-82005 Ern1911 Sat, 03 Oct 2009 21:53:51 +0000 http://www.stogiereview.com/?p=612#comment-82005 Very cool video, I learned a couple things and a thing or two to think about. Thanks for the tips! Very cool video, I learned a couple things and a thing or two to think about. Thanks for the tips!

]]> By: Brandon http://www.stogiereview.com/2008/06/06/beginner-basics-with-tom-and-ed/#comment-64524 Brandon Thu, 29 Jan 2009 08:34:57 +0000 http://www.stogiereview.com/?p=612#comment-64524 Great guide fellas! I enjoyed it immensely. Great music as well! Great guide fellas! I enjoyed it immensely. Great music as well!

]]> By: Barry - acigarsmoker.com http://www.stogiereview.com/2008/06/06/beginner-basics-with-tom-and-ed/#comment-52000 Barry - acigarsmoker.com Mon, 25 Aug 2008 01:21:16 +0000 http://www.stogiereview.com/?p=612#comment-52000 great informative piece for everyone, not just new smokers! great informative piece for everyone, not just new smokers!

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