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Unger · 03-29-2003, 08:27 AM

First off, I would like to applaud all the individuals whose hard work makes this board what it is...An excellent place where unbiased and knowledgeable people can share information and laughs on something they enjoy.

Being a newbie to cigar smoking, I find myself sitting here day after day soaking up valuable information. I had originally went and sought out a well known source for afficianados and was unimpressed. This board imparts genuine opinions on all aspects. No topic seems untouched, I know, I have been reading for days. I feel that the posters and moderators have provided me with a sound base from which I can make solid decisions. This is extremely important, especially contimplating the fact that cigars and related items are not what one would call "Cheap".

This forum is clearly an asset to anyone who takes the time to register and access it. In the end the quality and utility of the site can be attributed to all who take the time to post. Undeniably, the compiled information must span decades, if not centuries of cigar smoking experience. All of which is available with a quick search on the site. My hat is off to all who contribute to this excellent resource.

Shaun

co-hiba · 03-29-2003, 08:46 AM

Well said, Shaun! Welcome to CW....

to-hiba

fvfanmc · 03-29-2003, 09:50 AM

Welcome to CigarWeekly!

GarGus · 03-29-2003, 10:24 AM

Welcome to CW! Relax, enjoy, and let the knowledge seep in!

Raine Moor · 03-29-2003, 10:41 AM

Welcome

Hooko · 03-29-2003, 10:51 AM

Welcome aboard!

It is my responsibility to ask you what are your 5 favorite cigars and what do you look for in a cigar and what flavor profile do you like>

Mysterblues · 03-29-2003, 11:15 AM

welcome to the CW!!!

Guv · 03-29-2003, 11:20 AM

welcome

Unger · 03-29-2003, 11:45 AM

In response to Hooko's question, given that I only began smoking cigars last month I really don't have favorites per se.

I can say that I have smoked a cohiba siglo II two nights ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. My palate isn't as refined as most of the CW posters but I was able to pick out the creamy and spicy/peppery flavors. The week earlier I tried the famed Montecristo brand (a #3). Comparing the two, I would have to give the Cohiba the nod. Although I noticed that the Montecristo left a tingle on the tip of my tongue which I have attributed to being the twang that many write about. Another notable cigar, that I have tried was a Manuel Lopez Punch Churchill. This was actually my first cigar ever!!! Consequently I can't remember exactly what the flavors were but I can say it was tasty. It was the stick that peaked my interest, which might be more accurately defined as obsession with cigars.

In terms of the size/style of cigar, I tend to gravitate towards the corona size and churchill size. Part of the reason is the fact that I enjoy sitting down in a pub with friends. Conversation is good, the scotch is great and the cigar is outstanding...The longer such a sublime and pleasureable experience can last, the better!

tbateman · 03-29-2003, 11:58 AM

Welcome to CW!

03-29-2003, 08:27 AM	#1
Unger Starting Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Posts: 7	Big THANKS to all!!!...from a newbie First off, I would like to applaud all the individuals whose hard work makes this board what it is...An excellent place where unbiased and knowledgeable people can share information and laughs on something they enjoy. Being a newbie to cigar smoking, I find myself sitting here day after day soaking up valuable information. I had originally went and sought out a well known source for afficianados and was unimpressed. This board imparts genuine opinions on all aspects. No topic seems untouched, I know, I have been reading for days. I feel that the posters and moderators have provided me with a sound base from which I can make solid decisions. This is extremely important, especially contimplating the fact that cigars and related items are not what one would call "Cheap". This forum is clearly an asset to anyone who takes the time to register and access it. In the end the quality and utility of the site can be attributed to all who take the time to post. Undeniably, the compiled information must span decades, if not centuries of cigar smoking experience. All of which is available with a quick search on the site. My hat is off to all who contribute to this excellent resource. Shaun

03-29-2003, 08:46 AM	#2
co-hiba Herf Meister Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: clearing out one of Fvfanmc's 22 coolerdors Posts: 6,194	Well said, Shaun! Welcome to CW.... to-hiba __________________ Some things carry a price that's not measured in dollars! http://galleries.cigarweekly.com/co-hiba/

03-29-2003, 10:24 AM	#4
GarGus Club Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 2,982	Welcome to CW! Relax, enjoy, and let the knowledge seep in! __________________ "Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they have made a difference in the world. Marines don't have that problem." -- Ronald Reagan

03-29-2003, 11:20 AM	#8
Guv Internationally Soccer Challenged Herf God Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 11,606	welcome __________________ *~~~MIKE~~~*

03-29-2003, 11:58 AM	#10
tbateman Herf Meister Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Rock Ridge Posts: 8,899	Welcome to CW! __________________ Mongo only pawn... in game of life. Mongoyim - JLOH #007

03-29-2003, 09:50 AM	#3
fvfanmc Self Exiled Herf God Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Kearny, NJ Posts: 40,584	Welcome to CigarWeekly!

03-29-2003, 10:41 AM	#5
Raine Moor Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: USofA Posts: 690	Welcome

03-29-2003, 10:51 AM	#6
Hooko Club Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Lake Bluff, IL USA Posts: 1,908	Welcome aboard! It is my responsibility to ask you what are your 5 favorite cigars and what do you look for in a cigar and what flavor profile do you like>

03-29-2003, 11:15 AM	#7
Mysterblues Club Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: 1575 Edgemere Dr Rochester, Posts: 2,221	welcome to the CW!!!

03-29-2003, 11:45 AM	#9
Unger Starting Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Posts: 7	In response to Hooko's question, given that I only began smoking cigars last month I really don't have favorites per se. I can say that I have smoked a cohiba siglo II two nights ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. My palate isn't as refined as most of the CW posters but I was able to pick out the creamy and spicy/peppery flavors. The week earlier I tried the famed Montecristo brand (a #3). Comparing the two, I would have to give the Cohiba the nod. Although I noticed that the Montecristo left a tingle on the tip of my tongue which I have attributed to being the twang that many write about. Another notable cigar, that I have tried was a Manuel Lopez Punch Churchill. This was actually my first cigar ever!!! Consequently I can't remember exactly what the flavors were but I can say it was tasty. It was the stick that peaked my interest, which might be more accurately defined as obsession with cigars. In terms of the size/style of cigar, I tend to gravitate towards the corona size and churchill size. Part of the reason is the fact that I enjoy sitting down in a pub with friends. Conversation is good, the scotch is great and the cigar is outstanding...The longer such a sublime and pleasureable experience can last, the better!