Just found this video. Haven’t Smoked a pipe in over a decade, but during my last house move I found my box of pipes and it’s been calling to me lately. Seems you have all of the same interests I do, so I am looking forward to your future videos about pipes, motorcycles, cars and bicycling. Thank you for providing this content!
“The Philosophy of Pipesmoking: Our world is busy doing nothing in a hurry to go absolutely nowhere…” For me this explains a lot why I smoke a pipe for 30 years now…. Greetings from the Netherlands
Welcome, Mr. Wessel from the Netherlands! That’s one of the great things about this community, is that it brings so many different people, from different walks of life, and far away places, together! I hope with your 30 years of experience, you can impart some of your wisdom upon me!
I think you know the video’s. But if you want to look for the best video ‘s.Matches 860 sadly he is no longer with us but his videos are great. I think one of the best. How he talked about tobacco and his (Friday) Savinelli 673. I have 4 of these pipes myself. If you ever want a great pipe you should really buy one .If you are looking for the Nostalgia of the pipe you can look at: Pipe Appeal. This man makes wonderful video’s about old tobaccos. Fantastic !!! There are so many great video’s about pipe smoking! Greetings from Thom from the Netherlands 👋
I've been smoking pipes since the mid 70's, I started with a pipe and tobacco I bought at the (now Gone) Tinder Box Store. My journay has been off and on and in my later years I equate pipe smoking as My Prozac Time. I would much rather smoke a pipe than be addicted to all the anti-depression meds that doctors try and push on you. Keep on Puffin and Relaxing. Great Video, thank you
An experience that gets better with each occasion and shouldn’t be rushed - and can become a passion that will take a lot of time and money. That’s pipes AND bikes 😂 All the best from the U.K. 👍
Hey! Great introduction ...I am celebrating 3 years this month of being a pipe smoker. Spurgeon piper has helped me a great deal...especially with tobacco. I mostly post on the Instagram pipe community and Im from southern California. Take care...just subscribed!
Thank you! Spurgeon Piper had a lot of helpful information for sure. So many great resources out there for guys just starting out. Please reach out on Instagram. I’m at bikesandbriar. What part of SoCal are you from?
New to your channel; been liking your videos :) I inherited an old Medico pipe from my late great uncle that dates back to the 50’s and I had to do a lot of restoration on it. I’m also newish to the pipe and this was my first briar. What I did to clean the stem, which was also really bad, was to let it soak in a ziplock with alcohol and salt and I would shake it up every so often. The salt with the alcohol does a really good job of breaking all that nastiness up. I had to do this several times, but eventually it was clean, and it hasn’t lost any shine. I did a similar thing with the bowl, filling the bowl with salt and then pouring in the alcohol and letting it sit. Did that several times, and then reamed it. And I only wiped the outside of the bowl with alcohol. I’m not expert but pretty happy with how it turned out. Although I’ve noticed that the tobacco tastes better out of a cob than in the Medico. Maybe it needs to be teamed out even more, I don’t know 🤷🏻♂️ I wasn’t really sure how much to ream. Anyone have any advice on that?
I’m with you all the way on pipe smoking , I started in the 70’s in college the stopped for years. But started up again & have jumped back into it with both feet. I sure hope you keep your channel going because I like your videos!!!
Great story Patrick. Pipe tobacco is an experience and journey that will take time to develop. I’m like you and new to this hobby and look for others who are in the same circle. Having others to help and explain some of the trials and tribulations that you will have is a tremendous help so you don’t get discouraged. Especially when you make the decisions to take this journey. I’m a streamer like yourself and appreciate the openness of this video as you speak of the challenges that you have encountered. I just had a great stream with Flat Cap Piper and would love to have a pipe discussion with you one day. Cheers 🥃
Welcome to the club my friend 😊😊 Its a great way to relax and chill out after a busy day. After 4 years…I’m still learning about pipes, tobaccos and how to smoke a blend in the best way. Its fun to experiment and I think you will love pipe smoking💨💨💨…I’m sure 😄😊👍👍
I just purchased 8 oz. Of cavendish from Boswell pipe in Pa. It’s called paradise . I added a few oz. To some of my other tobacco’s it made some of them a much more enjoyable smoke. I first smoke paradise straight and it was great. No tongue bite. IMHO,Russ
BUONGIORNO ho ascoltato con piacere le tue valutazioni sulla pipa e sul lento fumo complimenti.UN SALUTO DALA ALL KAALINA BÈRGÈM NORTH ITALY GRAZIE.👍👏🇮🇹🥂🍾 BUNE PIPADE.WELL DONE.🤩
Thank you for the video! I can relate to a lot of what you shared. I just started last week - 4 bowls total. Oddly enough, started pretty good, but then ran into some lightheaded issues on my last bowl. I need to learn the right cadence. Glad to hear you say you liked the Cowboy Coffee blend, because I ordered it two days ago, simply on a whim because I like coffee lol!
That is awesome! Welcome to the club! That light headed sensation is likely from the nicotine hit. As newcomers, we’re a lot more sensitive to nicotine than the veterans. The first time I felt that was when I was smoking in my car. The moment I stepped out, I felt like I was about to topple over. The feeling was disconcerting to say the least. I didn’t feel it at all while sitting in the car though. If you want to less of the nic-hit, I would suggest making sure you’re well fed before partaking in the pipe.
I stumbled upon this Video. Our smoking philosophies are the same. If l dont have the time to enjoy it, i wont bother smoking it. You could probably sand or buff that stem out if it bothers you. Happy smokes! Thanks for sharing your journey. 🍻💨💨
Welcome, from one California boy to another. I’m from the Bay Area but have not been to Telford’s yet. There are some good shops throughout the state I have found in my travels. Be well, smoky brother.
Check it out if you can. It’s easily the most well-stocked pipe shop in Northern California. But be prepared for sticker shock. The prices are absolutely ridiculous.
Been smoking since age 14 and am now 77. Never smoked a cigarette just pipes, great hobby and have many good friends through pipe smoking. I’ve also been riding Harleys long distance for 54 years, another great hobby! Good luck on your pipe journey. What kind of motorcycle do you ride? Be well, Blade
Wow, 63 years is a serious commitment! Clearly it’s something that you love and has stuck with you. It’s good to observe folks who’ve been at this for some time and not suffered from any health conditions, which is one major concern for my family and friends since I’ve started this hobby/lifestyle. I ride a 2006 BMW R1200RT that I’ve had since new. It has almost 100k miles on it. I also have a 2003 Honda RC51, which is the bike you see on my banner. I also just acquired a 2022 Suzuki Hayabusa.
I really enjoyed this video. Subscribed. Thank you. I'm a cigar smoker, and am inheriting some of my late father's pipes. It's been over 50 years since I last smoked a pipe. I am looking forward to re-learning the art. I'm also an ex-motorcyclist who greatly misses riding. Anything with two wheels really "trips my trigger." ☮
I too am a person that will be starting similar channel as you. I have 22 years on a motorcycle, and almost 1 year smoking a pipe. Great job. Looking forward to seeing where this journey takes us both. Have fun.
Pipes are nice. I smoked for a while before I found them and the experience is so much nicer than cigarettes. I made the same mistakes you did when I started too XD so don't even worry. The two most important things that made my experience better was blow the smoke out your nose and just sprinkle the tobacco in the bowl so its full but not packed too tight. Hope to see more videos in the future!
I’ll be posting an upcoming video doing just that… Asking questions to the YTPC. Without knowing anyone who shares this hobby, I’ll be looking for help from you and the rest of the community for some guidance, as I know there’s a wealth of knowledge out there. Thank you! 🙏
Great video. Your presentation and speaking skills are much better than you think. Also hard to believe that there is another person on this earth so much like me. Everything you expressed is 100% me. Looking forward to more content. Feel like I know you personally.
Welcome brother! Great intro. You seem very natural in front of the camera. I really like the Irish seconds. It's a great shape. The magic eraser is fine to use on the stem. You just have to buff it afterwards as you would with any treatment I'm aware of to remove oxidation. These days I stick to buying acrylic stem pipes because I'm lazy🤣 Many on here enjoy motorcycles as well as pipes so you will find friends with that in common. I live in a small town in the Appalachian mountains. Bicycles and motorcycles are a popular pastime here. Subbed you. Be well
Thank you, sir! And thank you very much for recommending my channel to others. I am truly honored! I’m guessing I can’t buff out the stem to a nice shine by hand, and unfortunately don’t have a buffer. It’s good to know it’s not ruined by my incompetence. You live in a really beautiful area. I once drove through part of the Great Smoky Mountains, through The Tail of the Dragon, which I think is the southern part of the Appalachian area, if I’m not mistaken. Stunning area!
@@BikesandBriar no problem brother and no it's not ruined. They will get it shiny once again. I know the dragon. I live in a small town Damascus, Va. Just north of the TN border. Lots of nice places to ride, hike or bike. I haven't had a motorcycle in years but living here makes me want one sometimes
Welcome to the YTPC! You can definitely restore that pipe yourself very easily. Buff it with some white diamond compound and then some carnauba wax and it'll be looking good as new!
Kool! With a K. This is my first year smoking a pipe, and it’s been a great experience so far. Also, I bought my first dual sport this year. Ive always wanted to take a motorcycle safety course. Even though I been riding most my life, it’s been mostly off road bikes. I had a couple street bikes for a short period of time in my 20’s, but my passion with motorcycles is more off road oriented than street riding. I intend to ride the Trans American Trail in the near future, but I think attending a motorcycle course is still a good idea.
Hi Patrick! I LOVED your video! Well done! You have an engaging style and I have subscribed and look forward to more! I’m a pastor on the south coast of England, and just got back into pipe smoking with greater commitment and enthusiasm! I enjoy it immensely, especially as I’m now a widower 😢. I’m also a great fan of Wilson the Spurgeon Piper! May the Lord bless you!
Hello David from England! Thank you for the warm welcome, and for the reassuring compliments. I honestly thought my video was terrible, but alas, we are our own worst critics. 🤷♂️ I am glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for subscribing! Im so sorry to hear you lost your life partner. I can’t imagine what that must feel like. What made you take a break from pipe smoking?
My parents were very opposed to smoking, and I felt that as a minister and school master it might set a bad example - so I only smoked in the privacy of my own home. 18 months ago I heard Alan Harrelson saying that you need to be prepared to be known as “the guy who smokes a pipe!” and I thought - I’m ready for that now, and I thank God for it! When I read Psalm 104:15 I want to shout out - “wine AND TOBACCO!!” 💨
Welcome to the community! The dreaded tongue bite! Only been piping for about 3 years now and I think avoiding tongue bite is a lifelong part of the program. I had to learn to accept the process so as not to give up. My first bike video request is….how to get your spouse to say yes!!!
Thank you for the warm welcome! Excellent video request! To confirm: how to get your spouse to say yes to… Purchasing a motorcycle? Or being a passenger?
@@TrojanPiper Test ride one, or rent one for an hour before you buy one of those. I was t a fan. Seems like she’s receptive to your idea either way. You just might have to work a little harder to get it down from 3 wheels to 2. I am going to fulfill your topic request very soon!
@@ttrdf What a cool, vintage looking machine! 2-strokes don’t get the privilege of getting registered here In California, with all the air quality laws. But they’re a lot of fun! Keep those RPMs high!!
Good intro video. Oxy clean will take the oxidation off the stem. Mix it up and soak the stem. Murphy’s oil soap will work on the stummel. Thanks for sharing. Happy smokes
Nice to meet you Patrick! Subbed your channel for future content. Im a fan of motorcycles as well. Ive been a rider for 30+ years now. Currently without 2 wheels as i haven't storage. I dont like to let my bikes set out in weather. Welcome to piping. Its a great way to relax for sure.
Thank you, sir! Hopefully you can get back to the hubby of two wheels soon. Life is short… Do what you love. I totally understand, not wanting your bike to be out in the conditions!
Very good fist video, so I subscribed! No religion or politics, so right up my street. What a coincidence, I am a "reborn" (sorry sounds religious) occasional pipe smoker, ride a Royal Enfield and also a a number of classic steel bicycles. I am in MA, although from the UK and recently sold a Hetchins cycle to someone in the Bay area. I would ride the Eroica if i lived where you do! You do need a subject beyond the pipe as there is only so much you can say before it all repeats. I have also found getting the pipe smoking right and avoiding tongue bite, which totally ruins the whole thing for me, is very much an issue. Black tea with lemon neutralizes the alkaline effect of the tobacco and I find and learning to "sip" takes practice. Looking forward to this channel!
GC! Thank you for reaching out and for your well thought out response! I’ve always had a soft spot for Royal Enfield. They’re timeless classics! I’m especially fond of the ones that are attached to a sidecar. I know it would feel weird compared to a regular bike, but I’ve always wanted to ride one of those. Steel bicycles still have a place in this world of fancy aluminum and carbon fiber. I love them for long rides on bumpy backroads. They’re far less punishing and more compliant than the other two! I’ll never ride a steel tandem again though… on my maiden voyage on one, the rear had a tendency to wag its tail over bumps on a long, fast descent. Scary! 😬 I’ll stick with the stiffer bikes for those shenanigans. Thank you for the reassurance on covering different topics from pipe smoking. I was concerned about having a multi-subject channel. Next time I smoke, I’ll try some tea. Great idea!
Stumbled over your channel! We share something very special outside of the pipe...our first name! Welcome buddy! If you need anything don't hesitate to reach out!
Great video brother! You could have been explaining my entry into pipe smoking! :) Except the fact that I love the smell of cigars as well! I find myself wanting to stop by my local shop just to walk in and get the smell on my clothes! :)
This is a great video! I could definitely relate to a lot of the things you said when i started smoking a pipe. i decided to take on pipe smoking for the same reason as you. I, too, think that it's a lost art and it was the sophistication and character that drove me to it. My family was going to leave me for a month and i couldn't go with them due to work so I thought it would be a good time to start a new hobby. Now, 3 years later, I have kept at it and I'm glad to see new guys coming aboard. So keep on doing your vids because you really did a great job on this first one!
Great video, thanks. No worries regarding magic eraser and the pipe, its an easy fix, before you know it you'll have a buffing wheel, some buffing compound and carnuba wax. Welcome to the YTPC.
Thank you! I’ve already done a little research on buffing wheels and compounds. Sounds like it’s in my future. 😊 A man can never have too many tools, right?
Patrick their are a lot of great pipe tobaccos out their and a wonderful thing. Try a used Meerschaum pipe they smoke cool & can be used with all tobaccos. I love to smoke my used ones , put on some slow jazz and puff with a cool or warm beverage. Good smoking Patrick👍😎
Welcome! Tongue bite will get better with time as you grow in the hobby. Every blend is different as well. I know when I was starting out I wanted to try EVERYTHING because you hear a lot of "find your blend". Out of those 4-5 blends you mentioned pick one that you enjoy and finish it. This will teach you as you change your technique with each session how the flavor and taste change. It took me a long time to figure that out. HA! An example, I absolutely love the smell of Fr. Dempsy and tried to go back to it over and over, and no matter what I did I would always scorch my mouth in the first 3rd of the bowl. So, I would go back to a burley and everything would be fine, and the next Fr. Dempsy bowl I'd scorch again. I guess the point I am making is don't get discouraged if you run into a blend that doesn't like you. It can be overcome or you will find another. The sheer number of blends out there is daunting. One piece of advice, don't fall into the black hole of CigarBid right off the bat until you find what you like and are shopping for a specific couple of blends. You can end up with a tote of tins that you have never tried but snagged for a "good deal". Regardless, welcome to the brotherhood!
Oh man, I wish I had the patience and attention span you do, to finish a blend before trying others. I picked up many different tins to try them all and help narrow down my preferences. But you might be on to something. I think I’ll take your advice to heart and complete what I have jarred with 2oz bulk before I crack open any tins. I have a feeling the flavors will change even sticking with one blend. Thanks your your help!
Excellent question, Daniel. I hope other, far more experienced guys and gals will chime in and respond with their knowledge and experience, as mine is limited. What I can share, is what I’ve learned so far. And that is, that you sip the pipe, slowly, much like you’re sipping the straw of your favorite drink. Pretend you want that glass of your favorite drink to last a really long time. If you’re drawing on the pipe often, and with any type of force, you will lose a lot of the flavor of the tobacco - which is defeating the purpose of smoking a pipe, and as a by product of drawing like that, you also get the dreaded tongue bite. What I’ve learned is that slow, really means slow. “Sip” ever so slightly. Maybe every 5 seconds or so. Take your time. It’s not meant to be rushed. This was the hardest part for me in the beginning, and sometimes still is. The slower you are, the more flavor you’ll get from your pipe & tobacco.
Thank you for the tip. I’ll need to research buffing wheels and such to get a setup. Sounds like it might be easier to take it to someone until I get all the equipment needed.
You should try mission pipe shop on the Alameda in San Jose. My dad used to go there when I was a kid in the 60s-70s. I just picked up a pipe a couple years ago now I go there. I also live in San Jose. I guess I should have watched the whole video first lol.
Vulcanite stems hate moisture. I’ve made mistakes with mine as well. I can’t recall where, but people sell a buffing compound and oil for vulcanite stems and you can bring one back reasonably well by hand, but it takes a little work. Best of luck on the tongue bite. You’re on the right track. You need the tobacco dried a bit more, and sloooooow sips. Btw, I just moved my family from the San Jose area to Tennessee. Much better pace of life! God bless!
You just taught me that my stem is Vulcanite. So thank you for that! I wasn’t sure if it was that, or plastic. I for sure knew it wasn’t acrylic. I’m not adverse to manual labor, so I may look up how to polish it by hand vs the investment in a polisher and whatnot. Thank you for the tips. What I think is slow, really isn’t, and I know I need to slow it down even further. I visited Tennessee on a cross-country drive back in 2012 and fell in love with the state. Everyone is so nice, and I love the style of the homes there, with no “good neighbor” fences! One thing that challenged me, however, was the humidity! Perhaps your body acclimates to it over time?
Enjoyed the video! I’ve been at it for 3-4 years now and feel like I’m finally figuring out the cadence. Still puff too fast sometimes, though. Appreciate you sharing your thoughts. Would love to see some videos about your hobbies and interests.
Thank you for your comment. You all have been incredibly welcoming. Glad to know you’ve stuck with it for 3-4 years now. You must still be getting some enjoyment out of it. I’ve heard that the retention rate is quite low for new smokers due to frustration from tongue-bite or the time the process takes. I hope I stick with it. I’ve invested quite a bit in tobacco, with the goal of trying as many different blends as possible to narrow things down and figure out what appeals to me.
I tried and I couldn't get the hang of it. Tongue bite, couldn't keep it lit, and the tobacco didn't really seem to have much of a flavor to it. However, I don't want to let one bad experience put me off it entirely. I'll have to give it another go
I’m not the right guy to be offering advice, but I’ll share what I’ve learned so far, from the community who’ve helped me since I started. Tongue bite mainly comes down to two things: 1. Drawing too often or too hard. 2. Tobacco is too moist. Both of these together will most definitely result in an unpleasant experience. If you find a way to mitigate those two things, you’ll find bliss with the pipe.
See Mutton-chop Piper for the breath method for a slow, cool, enjoyable smoke (if you have not already). Also see great pipe videos by Stuff & Things content creator. Great video, welcome aboard from another greenhorn tobacco pipe smoker in the Portland Oregon area. Perhaps you could explore corncob pipes and creating your own tobacco blends for a future videos. Thanks again my brother of the leaf 🌿
Thank you! I have watched almost all of his essential how-to videos. The breath method doesn’t work for me. I’ve tried. I will continue to try. But I don’t get more flavor from retro-haling. And if I breathe through my nose while I slowly draw, my throat gets irritated for a few days afterwards. I’ve found that if I draw little sips, and let the smoke slowly escape my mouth, I smell the smoke and taste the flavors more prominently. I was gifted a few corncob pipes, and have smoked them a few times. I love them! I also love visiting Portland. It’s so green. And Forest Park is a stunning place for a hike. You don’t even feel like you’re on the outskirts of an international city.
Tongue bite can be a pH problem, a moisture (steam) problem. Smoking dried tobacco (30min works for me) at a slow pace keeping the temp down should fix it.
Like your channel. Keep it slow and low and you will start to taste. If the pipe gets too hot, aromatic oils go right up the chimney and not into the hot smoke you’re drawing on. Best of luck.
“Good” is subjective. You might pick up one for your very first pipe. In that instance, it might very well be good. Beyond just trying out pipe smoking, if I were trying to remain in the same realm of cost, I would be more inclined to purchase a corn cob.
Invest in a package what's called ,,,, zona sand paper ,,, it more like a cloth but polish that stem like brand new, that's what I use for estate pipes
I've only seen you vid now but on the tung bite try a pipe with a filter it reduces the draw a bit but it definitely helps with tough bite I've been through that horrible tough bite thing and the pipe nook tort me that filters are the only way I only smoke filtered pipes now the only pipes I have actually are only filtered pipes give it a try you will take to pipe smoking like a duck to water after you smoke with a filtered pipe and don't worry what others say about filtered pipes some of us can only smoke with filtered pipes just please give it a try it will change the hole smokeing pipe experience from horrible and uncomfortable to amazing and injoyibill
@BikesandBriar just remember it does work it is now about the type of tabaccos you choose some burn very hot some burn cool some burn fast and some burn fast but also remember some are wetter than others and also remember some pipe just burn hotter than other's this pipe journey is quite something there's a lot to learn from it but I've been a pipe smoker for + - 8 or 9 years now and by no means have learnt the art of it but I'll say this much after you've done it for over 3 or 4 years you never turn back it's to me got to be the best relaxing hobby one could ever imagine getting into I thort the first time I got that horrible thing called tough bite I'd never continue but here I am give you this advice 8 to 9 year's later trust me don't give in to it just try experiment with this and that but the fact that you have allready experienced tough bite it definitely means filtered pipes are the way for you but remember it's a wize man's journey and trust me it takes a wize man to master this pipe smoking hobby I wish you all the luck on your new journey injoy everything from the ups and downs of it in the end it's all about the relaxing aspect of it it takes heeps of payshintz
@@BikesandBriar I'm an Asian American in my 50's. I picked up pipe smoking just this month because I was inspired by George Lincoln Rockwell. Most pipe smokers have cool beards which is nice because you get that piper's "beard note". As an Asian, I can't grow a nice beard. A Fu Manchu goatee is the best I can do ha ha!
@@BikesandBriar I was also a biker from mid 80s to mid 90s. I owned a Vespa P125x, two 78 Yamaha RD400s, and a 72 Honda CB500 Four. And I owned two 72 Datsun 510 wagons. The combination of vintage Japanese vehicles, cannabis and mechanical maintenance was so sweet. My only hobby these days is DJing for free at a public park which I hope to combine with pipe smoking. Unfortunately, smoking in Tokyo is restricted to designated smoking areas, which are few and far between. F! I found that just puffing tobacco (not inhaling) gives me a bit of mental clarity, almost like caffeine. So it would be very interesting to "spin" (DJ) while pipe smoking.
Oh, I also started soil gardening a few months ago because I love house plants that produce food. I started aquaponics gardening in 2010 which was a success for first try. I grew jalapenos and moringa plants. I loved looking at the beautiful pepper pods and moringa leaves so I think gardening would go nicely with pipe smoking.
Oh man, I can understand your pain! I have a few Asian friends who wish they could grow a beard. It’s funny, we always think the grass is greener on the other side. Sometimes I wish I had little hair like Asians do!
I know ill enjoy pipes but i just worry about starting a habit that’s potentially going to kill me early. I’d love to have the restraint to only use it occasionally but thats so not me.
I haven’t had the chance to try Green Dragon yet. I packed it with me for a road trip recently, but didn’t get a chance to try it. It just sat on my car seat for the duration. I’ll get to it and let you know what I think. 👍
@@BikesandBriar My favorite pipe tobacco is probably Mississippi River by Seattle Pipe Club. If you're ever in the Memphis area, Smokers Abbey has some great house blends like Orthodoxy, Joan of Arc, and John the Baptist.
If that water bottle in the back is anything to go by, you seem like a GenX in a Mellenials body. Enjoying the older and slower things in life. I too like to sit under a tree with my pipe and observe the bird and insect life, letting the hours slip by
Would love to send you some samples Patrick you have a pipe smoking deamenor with alot of art and class ALEX Im as much as a pipesmoker as you can get I can relate to you big time ALEX
@@BikesandBriarYes the ritual of smoking a pipe is something you rarely see today Be prepared if you smoke in public to be stopped innocently by bystanders asking you questions about it. I get it all the time when im out and about We do stand out in this hobby or lifestyle whatever you want to call it. I think its more a lifestyle because I smoke it everyday
@@BikesandBriar being forced to be "on" while riding every day, it's good to go into a whole other slow gear smoking my pipe. I'm a high strung type guy to start with and I need what my pipe lends me. Hope yall live well and longer like I'm sure I will because of it. 😊😊
Was just at mission yesterday. I’m a younger pipe smoker. The guys there were amazingly helpful and friendly.
Couldn't agree more!
Just found this video. Haven’t Smoked a pipe in over a decade, but during my last house move I found my box of pipes and it’s been calling to me lately. Seems you have all of the same interests I do, so I am looking forward to your future videos about pipes, motorcycles, cars and bicycling. Thank you for providing this content!
Great intro. Welcome aboard, and I look forward to seeing what you bring. A number of us are fellow motorcycle enthusiasts.
Thank you!
“The Philosophy of Pipesmoking:
Our world is busy doing nothing in a hurry to go absolutely nowhere…”
For me this explains a lot why I smoke a pipe for 30 years now….
Greetings from the Netherlands
Welcome, Mr. Wessel from the Netherlands! That’s one of the great things about this community, is that it brings so many different people, from different walks of life, and far away places, together! I hope with your 30 years of experience, you can impart some of your wisdom upon me!
I think you know the video’s. But if you want to look for the best video ‘s.Matches 860 sadly he is no longer with us but his videos are great. I think one of the best. How he talked about tobacco and his (Friday) Savinelli 673. I have 4 of these pipes myself. If you ever want a great pipe you should really buy one .If you are looking for the Nostalgia of the pipe you can look at: Pipe Appeal. This man makes wonderful video’s about old tobaccos. Fantastic !!! There are so many great video’s about pipe smoking! Greetings from Thom from the Netherlands 👋
I've been smoking pipes since the mid 70's, I started with a pipe and tobacco I bought at the (now Gone) Tinder Box Store. My journay has been off and on and in my later years I equate pipe smoking as My Prozac Time. I would much rather smoke a pipe than be addicted to all the anti-depression meds that doctors try and push on you. Keep on Puffin and Relaxing. Great Video, thank you
Good video. I began smoking a pipe in May, 1977. I started smoking cigars in 1970 and still do once and again but pipes are my main thing.
An experience that gets better with each occasion and shouldn’t be rushed - and can become a passion that will take a lot of time and money.
That’s pipes AND bikes 😂
All the best from the U.K. 👍
Welcome to the club! I have been smoking a pipe for almost 15 years and I still learn and I regularly still catch myself smoking too fast.
Hey! Great introduction ...I am celebrating 3 years this month of being a pipe smoker. Spurgeon piper has helped me a great deal...especially with tobacco. I mostly post on the Instagram pipe community and Im from southern California. Take care...just subscribed!
Thank you!
Spurgeon Piper had a lot of helpful information for sure. So many great resources out there for guys just starting out. Please reach out on Instagram. I’m at bikesandbriar.
What part of SoCal are you from?
@@BikesandBriar San Diego
New to your channel; been liking your videos :)
I inherited an old Medico pipe from my late great uncle that dates back to the 50’s and I had to do a lot of restoration on it. I’m also newish to the pipe and this was my first briar. What I did to clean the stem, which was also really bad, was to let it soak in a ziplock with alcohol and salt and I would shake it up every so often. The salt with the alcohol does a really good job of breaking all that nastiness up.
I had to do this several times, but eventually it was clean, and it hasn’t lost any shine.
I did a similar thing with the bowl, filling the bowl with salt and then pouring in the alcohol and letting it sit. Did that several times, and then reamed it. And I only wiped the outside of the bowl with alcohol.
I’m not expert but pretty happy with how it turned out. Although I’ve noticed that the tobacco tastes better out of a cob than in the Medico. Maybe it needs to be teamed out even more, I don’t know 🤷🏻♂️ I wasn’t really sure how much to ream.
Anyone have any advice on that?
Haha, my Grandfather bought me my first cob and a pouch of Carter Hall when I was eight. I am fifty-six.
Cheers from the South Carolina Lowcountry
I’m with you all the way on pipe smoking , I started in the 70’s in college the stopped for years. But started up again & have jumped back into it with both feet.
I sure hope you keep your channel going because I like your videos!!!
Thank you, sir!
LJ Peretti’s is awesome! Staff are a rare experience I’ll keep forever!
I’m 52 and starting my journey shortly. Just ordered a couple of cobs and 2 tobaccos. Thanks for sharing your first experiences…. Great stuff!!!
Welcome to the club! Which tobaccos are you staying with?
@@BikesandBriar I’ve started with Early Morning Pipe and Orlik Golden Slices.
Welcome to the YTPC! This is a great community!
Thank you, sir!
This is a good video. Glad it showed up on my feed.
Pipe smoking is an awesome hobby. And hands down the coolest space I’ve found online and UA-cam has been the pipe smoking community. Enjoy!
Very well done …….thanks for sharing a beginners experience in such a down to earth way.
My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it!
Great story Patrick. Pipe tobacco is an experience and journey that will take time to develop. I’m like you and new to this hobby and look for others who are in the same circle. Having others to help and explain some of the trials and tribulations that you will have is a tremendous help so you don’t get discouraged. Especially when you make the decisions to take this journey. I’m a streamer like yourself and appreciate the openness of this video as you speak of the challenges that you have encountered. I just had a great stream with Flat Cap Piper and would love to have a pipe discussion with you one day. Cheers 🥃
Thank you for your comment! I would love to have a discussion with you in the future. Let’s do it!
Welcome to the club my friend 😊😊 Its a great way to relax and chill out after a busy day. After 4 years…I’m still learning about pipes, tobaccos and how to smoke a blend in the best way. Its fun to experiment and I think you will love pipe smoking💨💨💨…I’m sure 😄😊👍👍
Thank you! Seems like it’ll be a learning process for me as well for quite some time.
I thoroughly enjoyed your story. You covered it all so well. Thanks for sharing that.
Thank you! That’s kind of you to say.
always good to get the history , -Gramps
I do my best. Thanks for watching!
I just purchased 8 oz. Of cavendish from Boswell pipe in Pa. It’s called paradise . I added a few oz. To some of my other tobacco’s it made some of them a much more enjoyable smoke. I first smoke paradise straight and it was great. No tongue bite. IMHO,Russ
That’s awesome you were able to tweak a few to your liking. Thanks for sharing!
BUONGIORNO ho ascoltato con piacere le tue valutazioni sulla pipa e sul lento fumo complimenti.UN SALUTO DALA ALL KAALINA BÈRGÈM NORTH ITALY GRAZIE.👍👏🇮🇹🥂🍾 BUNE PIPADE.WELL DONE.🤩
Thank you!
Welcome in this new world. I smoke since the 80's and I still learning. I ride since the 2k and I still learning too :)
Life is all about learning. That what makes it fun, interesting and challenging!
Thank you, Patrick! Seems like Muttnchop has quite an audience). Nice story. Happy piping!)
Thank you for the video! I can relate to a lot of what you shared. I just started last week - 4 bowls total. Oddly enough, started pretty good, but then ran into some lightheaded issues on my last bowl. I need to learn the right cadence. Glad to hear you say you liked the Cowboy Coffee blend, because I ordered it two days ago, simply on a whim because I like coffee lol!
That is awesome! Welcome to the club!
That light headed sensation is likely from the nicotine hit. As newcomers, we’re a lot more sensitive to nicotine than the veterans. The first time I felt that was when I was smoking in my car. The moment I stepped out, I felt like I was about to topple over. The feeling was disconcerting to say the least. I didn’t feel it at all while sitting in the car though. If you want to less of the nic-hit, I would suggest making sure you’re well fed before partaking in the pipe.
Hey Patrick - nice video. Well done. I am in month 4 of my pipe journey and am enjoying it immensely.
Hi Dave, thank you! Sounds like you’re doing it right!
Hope you're doing well. Haven't seen a video in a little while.
I enjoy how down to earth and unpretentious you are.
Thank you for your kind words. I’ll be putting out a new video very soon.
I stumbled upon this Video. Our smoking philosophies are the same. If l dont have the time to enjoy it, i wont bother smoking it. You could probably sand or buff that stem out if it bothers you. Happy smokes! Thanks for sharing your journey. 🍻💨💨
Thank you sir!
Welcome, from one California boy to another. I’m from the Bay Area but have not been to Telford’s yet. There are some good shops throughout the state I have found in my travels. Be well, smoky brother.
Check it out if you can. It’s easily the most well-stocked pipe shop in Northern California. But be prepared for sticker shock. The prices are absolutely ridiculous.
Your channel just popped up in my recommendations. Always nice to meet a fellow pipe smoker!
Thank you!
Been smoking since age 14 and am now 77. Never smoked a cigarette just pipes, great hobby and have many good friends through pipe smoking. I’ve also been riding Harleys long distance for 54 years, another great hobby! Good luck on your pipe journey. What kind of motorcycle do you ride? Be well,
Blade
Wow, 63 years is a serious commitment! Clearly it’s something that you love and has stuck with you. It’s good to observe folks who’ve been at this for some time and not suffered from any health conditions, which is one major concern for my family and friends since I’ve started this hobby/lifestyle.
I ride a 2006 BMW R1200RT that I’ve had since new. It has almost 100k miles on it.
I also have a 2003 Honda RC51, which is the bike you see on my banner. I also just acquired a 2022 Suzuki Hayabusa.
I really enjoyed this video. Subscribed. Thank you. I'm a cigar smoker, and am inheriting some of my late father's pipes. It's been over 50 years since I last smoked a pipe. I am looking forward to re-learning the art. I'm also an ex-motorcyclist who greatly misses riding. Anything with two wheels really "trips my trigger." ☮
Thank you!
It would be so neat to see those old pipes!
Motorcycling runs in my blood. I don’t think I could stop!
I grew up in the Bay Area and went to Telford’s to get a new pipe! Recently got into pipe smoking again :) crazy to hear you went to the same shop!
That’s so cool! What pipe did you get?
Did you like Telford’s?
Welcome! I hope I can learn from you. I'm new to the community myself and am excited for my pipe journey.
Thank you!
Welcome! I hope I’m helpful in your journey! There’s lots of resources out there with great information. Enjoy!
I've been smoking for about a year now and yall have helped so much!
I too am a person that will be starting similar channel as you. I have 22 years on a motorcycle, and almost 1 year smoking a pipe. Great job. Looking forward to seeing where this journey takes us both. Have fun.
Welcome, Blake, and thank you! Looking forward to what you bring to the community!
Just bought my first peterson pipe, looking forward to trying it out. Greetings from the UK.
Enjoy your new Peterson! Which one did you get?
@Bikes & Briar I got myself the pub pipe. Looks great. Just waiting for a lighter now.
Pipes are nice. I smoked for a while before I found them and the experience is so much nicer than cigarettes. I made the same mistakes you did when I started too XD so don't even worry. The two most important things that made my experience better was blow the smoke out your nose and just sprinkle the tobacco in the bowl so its full but not packed too tight. Hope to see more videos in the future!
It’s nice to know I’m not making any NEW mistakes that nobody else has made. 😂
Thank you for the tips!
What a cool guy! Just found your channel, love your videos.
Thank you! 🙏
Great video. The YTPC holds a wealth of information from both presenters and viewers don't be afraid to ask questions and good luck with your channel.
I’ll be posting an upcoming video doing just that… Asking questions to the YTPC.
Without knowing anyone who shares this hobby, I’ll be looking for help from you and the rest of the community for some guidance, as I know there’s a wealth of knowledge out there. Thank you! 🙏
Thank also .
Great video. Your presentation and speaking skills are much better than you think. Also hard to believe that there is another person on this earth so much like me. Everything you expressed is 100% me. Looking forward to more content. Feel like I know you personally.
Thank you! Much appreciated!
Welcome brother! Great intro. You seem very natural in front of the camera. I really like the Irish seconds. It's a great shape. The magic eraser is fine to use on the stem. You just have to buff it afterwards as you would with any treatment I'm aware of to remove oxidation. These days I stick to buying acrylic stem pipes because I'm lazy🤣 Many on here enjoy motorcycles as well as pipes so you will find friends with that in common. I live in a small town in the Appalachian mountains. Bicycles and motorcycles are a popular pastime here. Subbed you. Be well
Thank you, sir! And thank you very much for recommending my channel to others. I am truly honored!
I’m guessing I can’t buff out the stem to a nice shine by hand, and unfortunately don’t have a buffer. It’s good to know it’s not ruined by my incompetence. You live in a really beautiful area. I once drove through part of the Great Smoky Mountains, through The Tail of the Dragon, which I think is the southern part of the Appalachian area, if I’m not mistaken. Stunning area!
@@BikesandBriar no problem brother and no it's not ruined. They will get it shiny once again. I know the dragon. I live in a small town Damascus, Va. Just north of the TN border. Lots of nice places to ride, hike or bike. I haven't had a motorcycle in years but living here makes me want one sometimes
Welcome to the YTPC. Tramper Scott recommended you. Hope you enjoy.
Thank you!
Welcome to the YTPC! You can definitely restore that pipe yourself very easily. Buff it with some white diamond compound and then some carnauba wax and it'll be looking good as new!
Time to source that stuff, and a polisher! Thanks for the tip!
I love northwoods
Thank you for reminding me of it. I just smoked it again for the second time, and loved it even more more than the first.
Kool! With a K. This is my first year smoking a pipe, and it’s been a great experience so far. Also, I bought my first dual sport this year. Ive always wanted to take a motorcycle safety course. Even though I been riding most my life, it’s been mostly off road bikes. I had a couple street bikes for a short period of time in my 20’s, but my passion with motorcycles is more off road oriented than street riding. I intend to ride the Trans American Trail in the near future, but I think attending a motorcycle course is still a good idea.
Riding the Transamerica trail would be an incredible experience for any rider!
Hi Patrick!
I LOVED your video!
Well done!
You have an engaging style and I have subscribed and look forward to more!
I’m a pastor on the south coast of England, and just got back into pipe smoking with greater commitment and enthusiasm!
I enjoy it immensely, especially as I’m now a widower 😢.
I’m also a great fan of Wilson the Spurgeon Piper!
May the Lord bless you!
Hello David from England! Thank you for the warm welcome, and for the reassuring compliments. I honestly thought my video was terrible, but alas, we are our own worst critics. 🤷♂️ I am glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for subscribing!
Im so sorry to hear you lost your life partner. I can’t imagine what that must feel like.
What made you take a break from pipe smoking?
My parents were very opposed to smoking, and I felt that as a minister and school master it might set a bad example - so I only smoked in the privacy of my own home. 18 months ago I heard Alan Harrelson saying that you need to be prepared to be known as “the guy who smokes a pipe!” and I thought - I’m ready for that now, and I thank God for it!
When I read Psalm 104:15 I want to shout out - “wine AND TOBACCO!!” 💨
I just found your channel from Basspiper. I'm enjoy both pipes and bikes so I'm looking forward to your videos cheers
Thank you! I hope I provide some informative and entertaining content for you!
I haven't smoked my Cobb in years. Subscribing👍
Thank you! 🙏
Nice intro! Scott sent me over, subscribed! Learning to slow down is the hardest part, but when you finally get it….rewarding! Take care bro!
Thank you! It’s definitely a struggle, but a fun one! I’m a slow learner, but I’ll get it!
Welcome to the community! The dreaded tongue bite! Only been piping for about 3 years now and I think avoiding tongue bite is a lifelong part of the program. I had to learn to accept the process so as not to give up. My first bike video request is….how to get your spouse to say yes!!!
Thank you for the warm welcome!
Excellent video request!
To confirm: how to get your spouse to say yes to… Purchasing a motorcycle? Or being a passenger?
@@BikesandBriar purchasing… funny thing is she has given me permission to get a Can Am Spyder!
@@TrojanPiper Test ride one, or rent one for an hour before you buy one of those. I was t a fan.
Seems like she’s receptive to your idea either way. You just might have to work a little harder to get it down from 3 wheels to 2.
I am going to fulfill your topic request very soon!
Micro mesh works well for polishing those pipe stems 👍
Thanks for the tip! Just ordered a set.
I'm also into bikes and I smoke pipes. subscribed. a most fitting video to watch as a first video
Thank you so much! What do you ride?
@@BikesandBriar an old czech street bike. JAWA 350cc twin, 2 stroke :D
@@ttrdf What a cool, vintage looking machine! 2-strokes don’t get the privilege of getting registered here In California, with all the air quality laws. But they’re a lot of fun! Keep those RPMs high!!
@@BikesandBriar you know it, bud 🐎
I subbed. Great video. Keep it up!
Good intro video. Oxy clean will take the oxidation off the stem. Mix it up and soak the stem. Murphy’s oil soap will work on the stummel. Thanks for sharing. Happy smokes
Hi Ken, thanks for stopping by. Thank you for the tips!
Nice to meet you Patrick! Subbed your channel for future content. Im a fan of motorcycles as well. Ive been a rider for 30+ years now. Currently without 2 wheels as i haven't storage. I dont like to let my bikes set out in weather. Welcome to piping. Its a great way to relax for sure.
Thank you, sir! Hopefully you can get back to the hubby of two wheels soon. Life is short… Do what you love.
I totally understand, not wanting your bike to be out in the conditions!
You can shine the stem back up. Use micro mesh sanding pads
I bought a set of micro mesh and they worked great!
Very good fist video, so I subscribed! No religion or politics, so right up my street. What a coincidence, I am a "reborn" (sorry sounds religious) occasional pipe smoker, ride a Royal Enfield and also a a number of classic steel bicycles. I am in MA, although from the UK and recently sold a Hetchins cycle to someone in the Bay area. I would ride the Eroica if i lived where you do!
You do need a subject beyond the pipe as there is only so much you can say before it all repeats. I have also found getting the pipe smoking right and avoiding tongue bite, which totally ruins the whole thing for me, is very much an issue. Black tea with lemon neutralizes the alkaline effect of the tobacco and I find and learning to "sip" takes practice.
Looking forward to this channel!
GC! Thank you for reaching out and for your well thought out response!
I’ve always had a soft spot for Royal Enfield. They’re timeless classics! I’m especially fond of the ones that are attached to a sidecar. I know it would feel weird compared to a regular bike, but I’ve always wanted to ride one of those.
Steel bicycles still have a place in this world of fancy aluminum and carbon fiber. I love them for long rides on bumpy backroads. They’re far less punishing and more compliant than the other two! I’ll never ride a steel tandem again though… on my maiden voyage on one, the rear had a tendency to wag its tail over bumps on a long, fast descent. Scary! 😬 I’ll stick with the stiffer bikes for those shenanigans.
Thank you for the reassurance on covering different topics from pipe smoking. I was concerned about having a multi-subject channel.
Next time I smoke, I’ll try some tea. Great idea!
Hi brother, welcome to the YTPC. Just subbed you. Nice video.
Thank you, sir! Much appreciated!
@@BikesandBriar No worries. Gave you a shoutout on my channel, hope this helps.
@@Basspiper That was very kind of you. 🙏
Just got a package from Country Squire of Old Toby and Rivendell Wow my two favorite blends what a coincidence youre on the right trail man!!!
Thank you! John David at Country Squire knows what he’s doing! Without smoking either of them, I’d be happy just smelling them in the jar? So good!!
@@BikesandBriar I just love Old Toby and Rivendell Can smoke them all day and i have!!
Stumbled over your channel! We share something very special outside of the pipe...our first name! Welcome buddy! If you need anything don't hesitate to reach out!
Us Patricks have to stick together! Thank you for the sub and for stopping by! I made sure to return the favor. 👍
Great video brother! You could have been explaining my entry into pipe smoking! :) Except the fact that I love the smell of cigars as well! I find myself wanting to stop by my local shop just to walk in and get the smell on my clothes! :)
Thank you!
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This is a great video! I could definitely relate to a lot of the things you said when i started smoking a pipe. i decided to take on pipe smoking for the same reason as you. I, too, think that it's a lost art and it was the sophistication and character that drove me to it. My family was going to leave me for a month and i couldn't go with them due to work so I thought it would be a good time to start a new hobby. Now, 3 years later, I have kept at it and I'm glad to see new guys coming aboard. So keep on doing your vids because you really did a great job on this first one!
Thank you, Adrian! As long as guys want to see them, I’ll keep makin’ ‘em!
Great video, thanks. No worries regarding magic eraser and the pipe, its an easy fix, before you know it you'll have a buffing wheel, some buffing compound and carnuba wax. Welcome to the YTPC.
Thank you! I’ve already done a little research on buffing wheels and compounds. Sounds like it’s in my future. 😊 A man can never have too many tools, right?
I have tried many blends and the 2 I like most are peterson's early morning pipe and peterson's nightcap. The favor is good to me.
I just received both of those and will give them a try. Thank you!
Patrick their are a lot of great pipe tobaccos out their and a wonderful thing.
Try a used Meerschaum pipe they smoke cool & can be used with all tobaccos. I love to smoke my used ones , put on some slow jazz and puff with a cool or warm beverage. Good smoking Patrick👍😎
You had me at slow jazz. 😉😏
Welcome! Tongue bite will get better with time as you grow in the hobby. Every blend is different as well. I know when I was starting out I wanted to try EVERYTHING because you hear a lot of "find your blend". Out of those 4-5 blends you mentioned pick one that you enjoy and finish it. This will teach you as you change your technique with each session how the flavor and taste change. It took me a long time to figure that out. HA! An example, I absolutely love the smell of Fr. Dempsy and tried to go back to it over and over, and no matter what I did I would always scorch my mouth in the first 3rd of the bowl. So, I would go back to a burley and everything would be fine, and the next Fr. Dempsy bowl I'd scorch again. I guess the point I am making is don't get discouraged if you run into a blend that doesn't like you. It can be overcome or you will find another. The sheer number of blends out there is daunting. One piece of advice, don't fall into the black hole of CigarBid right off the bat until you find what you like and are shopping for a specific couple of blends. You can end up with a tote of tins that you have never tried but snagged for a "good deal". Regardless, welcome to the brotherhood!
Oh man, I wish I had the patience and attention span you do, to finish a blend before trying others. I picked up many different tins to try them all and help narrow down my preferences. But you might be on to something. I think I’ll take your advice to heart and complete what I have jarred with 2oz bulk before I crack open any tins. I have a feeling the flavors will change even sticking with one blend. Thanks your your help!
Well done! Your courage is admirable...keep it up!
Thank you!
Welcome to the club! Just subbed Ya'thanks to Bass Piper! Ditto on the cigs and cigars!
Thank you very much!
@@BikesandBriar keep em coming!
Welcome to the YTPC!
Thank you!
lol good stuff :)
How do you smoke a pipe slowly? I'm asking cause I'm a beginner pipe smoker as well and think I'm smoking too fast as well.
Excellent question, Daniel. I hope other, far more experienced guys and gals will chime in and respond with their knowledge and experience, as mine is limited.
What I can share, is what I’ve learned so far. And that is, that you sip the pipe, slowly, much like you’re sipping the straw of your favorite drink. Pretend you want that glass of your favorite drink to last a really long time.
If you’re drawing on the pipe often, and with any type of force, you will lose a lot of the flavor of the tobacco - which is defeating the purpose of smoking a pipe, and as a by product of drawing like that, you also get the dreaded tongue bite.
What I’ve learned is that slow, really means slow. “Sip” ever so slightly. Maybe every 5 seconds or so. Take your time. It’s not meant to be rushed. This was the hardest part for me in the beginning, and sometimes still is.
The slower you are, the more flavor you’ll get from your pipe & tobacco.
Your doing great keep it up👍🇺🇸🌅
Thank you, sir!
You can get that stem and bowl back to a shine with a buffing wheel - no worries.
Thank you for the tip. I’ll need to research buffing wheels and such to get a setup. Sounds like it might be easier to take it to someone until I get all the equipment needed.
You should try mission pipe shop on the Alameda in San Jose. My dad used to go there when I was a kid in the 60s-70s. I just picked up a pipe a couple years ago now I go there. I also live in San Jose.
I guess I should have watched the whole video first lol.
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Vulcanite stems hate moisture. I’ve made mistakes with mine as well. I can’t recall where, but people sell a buffing compound and oil for vulcanite stems and you can bring one back reasonably well by hand, but it takes a little work.
Best of luck on the tongue bite. You’re on the right track. You need the tobacco dried a bit more, and sloooooow sips.
Btw, I just moved my family from the San Jose area to Tennessee. Much better pace of life! God bless!
You just taught me that my stem is Vulcanite. So thank you for that! I wasn’t sure if it was that, or plastic. I for sure knew it wasn’t acrylic.
I’m not adverse to manual labor, so I may look up how to polish it by hand vs the investment in a polisher and whatnot.
Thank you for the tips. What I think is slow, really isn’t, and I know I need to slow it down even further.
I visited Tennessee on a cross-country drive back in 2012 and fell in love with the state. Everyone is so nice, and I love the style of the homes there, with no “good neighbor” fences!
One thing that challenged me, however, was the humidity! Perhaps your body acclimates to it over time?
Just subbed you & welcome to presenting.
Thank you! 🙏
Enjoyed the video! I’ve been at it for 3-4 years now and feel like I’m finally figuring out the cadence. Still puff too fast sometimes, though. Appreciate you sharing your thoughts. Would love to see some videos about your hobbies and interests.
Thank you for your comment. You all have been incredibly welcoming.
Glad to know you’ve stuck with it for 3-4 years now. You must still be getting some enjoyment out of it. I’ve heard that the retention rate is quite low for new smokers due to frustration from tongue-bite or the time the process takes.
I hope I stick with it. I’ve invested quite a bit in tobacco, with the goal of trying as many different blends as possible to narrow things down and figure out what appeals to me.
I tried and I couldn't get the hang of it. Tongue bite, couldn't keep it lit, and the tobacco didn't really seem to have much of a flavor to it. However, I don't want to let one bad experience put me off it entirely. I'll have to give it another go
I’m not the right guy to be offering advice, but I’ll share what I’ve learned so far, from the community who’ve helped me since I started.
Tongue bite mainly comes down to two things:
1. Drawing too often or too hard.
2. Tobacco is too moist.
Both of these together will most definitely result in an unpleasant experience.
If you find a way to mitigate those two things, you’ll find bliss with the pipe.
@@BikesandBriar Thanks! I think in my case I had to have neem drawing too hard or too often because the tobacco was really dry
See Mutton-chop Piper for the breath method for a slow, cool, enjoyable smoke (if you have not already). Also see great pipe videos by Stuff & Things content creator.
Great video, welcome aboard from another greenhorn tobacco pipe smoker in the Portland Oregon area.
Perhaps you could explore corncob pipes and creating your own tobacco blends for a future videos. Thanks again my brother of the leaf 🌿
Thank you!
I have watched almost all of his essential how-to videos. The breath method doesn’t work for me. I’ve tried. I will continue to try. But I don’t get more flavor from retro-haling. And if I breathe through my nose while I slowly draw, my throat gets irritated for a few days afterwards. I’ve found that if I draw little sips, and let the smoke slowly escape my mouth, I smell the smoke and taste the flavors more prominently.
I was gifted a few corncob pipes, and have smoked them a few times. I love them!
I also love visiting Portland. It’s so green. And Forest Park is a stunning place for a hike. You don’t even feel like you’re on the outskirts of an international city.
Welcome to the club
Thank you!
Great video, my friend! Welcome aboard :)
Thank you!
Tongue bite can be a pH problem, a moisture (steam) problem. Smoking dried tobacco (30min works for me) at a slow pace keeping the temp down should fix it.
Thanks for the tip, Julius! I’ll try drying it out next time.
Like your channel. Keep it slow and low and you will start to taste. If the pipe gets too hot, aromatic oils go right up the chimney and not into the hot smoke you’re drawing on. Best of luck.
Hey ... if you like Molia pipes form Italy ... try the Molina natural Bent (11H)
Thanks! I’ll check them out!
Are Joyoldelf pipes good?
“Good” is subjective. You might pick up one for your very first pipe. In that instance, it might very well be good. Beyond just trying out pipe smoking, if I were trying to remain in the same realm of cost, I would be more inclined to purchase a corn cob.
I think the low sheen looks fine on the stem.
It’s not bad. But since I know I removed it, I feel like it’s missing something. Like a matte paint car. It’s missing it’s glossy finish.
Invest in a package what's called ,,,, zona sand paper ,,, it more like a cloth but polish that stem like brand new, that's what I use for estate pipes
Thank you for the tip. What color/grit Zona Paper do you use?
Do you ever come up to Sonora?
I have a friend with a cabin in Sonora. We take motorcycle trips there at least once a year.
I've only seen you vid now but on the tung bite try a pipe with a filter it reduces the draw a bit but it definitely helps with tough bite I've been through that horrible tough bite thing and the pipe nook tort me that filters are the only way I only smoke filtered pipes now the only pipes I have actually are only filtered pipes give it a try you will take to pipe smoking like a duck to water after you smoke with a filtered pipe and don't worry what others say about filtered pipes some of us can only smoke with filtered pipes just please give it a try it will change the hole smokeing pipe experience from horrible and uncomfortable to amazing and injoyibill
Thank you for the suggestion! I’ll definitely take that into account!
@BikesandBriar just remember it does work it is now about the type of tabaccos you choose some burn very hot some burn cool some burn fast and some burn fast but also remember some are wetter than others and also remember some pipe just burn hotter than other's this pipe journey is quite something there's a lot to learn from it but I've been a pipe smoker for + - 8 or 9 years now and by no means have learnt the art of it but I'll say this much after you've done it for over 3 or 4 years you never turn back it's to me got to be the best relaxing hobby one could ever imagine getting into I thort the first time I got that horrible thing called tough bite I'd never continue but here I am give you this advice 8 to 9 year's later trust me don't give in to it just try experiment with this and that but the fact that you have allready experienced tough bite it definitely means filtered pipes are the way for you but remember it's a wize man's journey and trust me it takes a wize man to master this pipe smoking hobby I wish you all the luck on your new journey injoy everything from the ups and downs of it in the end it's all about the relaxing aspect of it it takes heeps of payshintz
awesome video!
Thank you!
@@BikesandBriar I'm an Asian American in my 50's. I picked up pipe smoking just this month because I was inspired by George Lincoln Rockwell. Most pipe smokers have cool beards which is nice because you get that piper's "beard note". As an Asian, I can't grow a nice beard. A Fu Manchu goatee is the best I can do ha ha!
@@BikesandBriar I was also a biker from mid 80s to mid 90s. I owned a Vespa P125x, two 78 Yamaha RD400s, and a 72 Honda CB500 Four. And I owned two 72 Datsun 510 wagons. The combination of vintage Japanese vehicles, cannabis and mechanical maintenance was so sweet. My only hobby these days is DJing for free at a public park which I hope to combine with pipe smoking. Unfortunately, smoking in Tokyo is restricted to designated smoking areas, which are few and far between. F! I found that just puffing tobacco (not inhaling) gives me a bit of mental clarity, almost like caffeine. So it would be very interesting to "spin" (DJ) while pipe smoking.
Oh, I also started soil gardening a few months ago because I love house plants that produce food. I started aquaponics gardening in 2010 which was a success for first try. I grew jalapenos and moringa plants. I loved looking at the beautiful pepper pods and moringa leaves so I think gardening would go nicely with pipe smoking.
Oh man, I can understand your pain! I have a few Asian friends who wish they could grow a beard. It’s funny, we always think the grass is greener on the other side. Sometimes I wish I had little hair like Asians do!
I know ill enjoy pipes but i just worry about starting a habit that’s potentially going to kill me early. I’d love to have the restraint to only use it occasionally but thats so not me.
Sounds like you know yourself. Sometimes it’s good to listen to your intuition.
Like anything, moderation is key.
Basspiper sent me. Welcome to the community 😊😊
Thank you!
I'll typically smoke Old Toby or Green Dragon in my Tolkien Churchwarden while watching the Lord of the Rings. I like Green Dragon more.
I haven’t had the chance to try Green Dragon yet. I packed it with me for a road trip recently, but didn’t get a chance to try it. It just sat on my car seat for the duration. I’ll get to it and let you know what I think. 👍
@@BikesandBriar My favorite pipe tobacco is probably Mississippi River by Seattle Pipe Club. If you're ever in the Memphis area, Smokers Abbey has some great house blends like Orthodoxy, Joan of Arc, and John the Baptist.
If that water bottle in the back is anything to go by, you seem like a GenX in a Mellenials body. Enjoying the older and slower things in life. I too like to sit under a tree with my pipe and observe the bird and insect life, letting the hours slip by
GenX in a GenX body. The H20 keeps me looking like a millennial.
@@BikesandBriar aha, so don't trust the '89 water bottle 🤣
@@afterhoursitrep6922 “69” The number of the late great MotoGP Legend Nicky Hayden.
IMO,,,small bowl pipes are a good way to go.
Thanks for the recommendation. I’ll give that a try.
Slow and easy - only way to go...
Would love to send you some samples Patrick you have a pipe smoking deamenor with alot of art and class ALEX Im as much as a pipesmoker as you can get I can relate to you big time ALEX
Thanks again, Alex! I’m happy to accept any samples you’re willing to part with. 🙂
@@BikesandBriarYes the ritual of smoking a pipe is something you rarely see today Be prepared if you smoke in public to be stopped innocently by bystanders asking you questions about it. I get it all the time when im out and about We do stand out in this hobby or lifestyle whatever you want to call it. I think its more a lifestyle because I smoke it everyday
@@BikesandBriar Sent you an email Patrick yesterday
Just use some mineral oil to shine up the stem again.
I like n love pipe sevenilli,nice shape,n colour,big bowl n deep hole,big hole ❤❤❤❤
Try Lane 1 Q
Sloooowww really slow & fassssst!
After riding motor scooters, I need something to calm myself down. 😉
@@BikesandBriar being forced to be "on" while riding every day, it's good to go into a whole other slow gear smoking my pipe. I'm a high strung type guy to start with and I need what my pipe lends me. Hope yall live well and longer like I'm sure I will because of it. 😊😊