Why arent you writing reviews?

md4958 · 06-17-2009, 09:51 AM

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=17129

This thread got me thinking, why don't we have more people writing reviews on CA. This is such an great place, but our available info is still so limited.

I faced a similar dilemma with whether or not to buy some REs recently. It's really tough to lay down $20+ a stick blind, but luckily enough there was one review here and it helped me spend my money

I'm just as guilty of not writing reviews. In my whole time on CS and CA I've only written two I think, and one of them was one line.

Personally I don't write many reviews because I feel like I cant discern all the different nuances and flavors like some with a more refined or sensitive palate. I can only tell you if i liked it or not. Also, most of the time when I'm smoking I don't take notes on a particular cigar. Oh, and also because I'm not sure that somebody really gives a chit about what I have to say.

However, when somebody is looking for information like the thread linked above, a review or two might really help in their buying decision.

Why don't you write reviews? Uncomfortable with people criticizing it, or disagreeing with your "taste"?

Mugen910 · 06-17-2009, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by md4958

Why don't you write reviews? Uncomfortable with people criticizing it, or disagreeing with your "taste"?

Critizism I am not to concerned about..but sometimes I feel people only want to read the more uncommon smokes. I pyro'd up a Cohiba Secretos last night and figured no one wanted to hear my thoughts of this little cigar so i just continued to smoke and enjoy.

md4958 · 06-17-2009, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Mugen910

Critizism I am not to concerned about..but sometimes I feel people only want to read the more uncommon smokes. I pyro'd up a Cohiba Secretos last night and figured no one wanted to hear my thoughts of this little cigar so i just continued to smoke and enjoy.

see, most of the time I could care less about what you're saying, but I actually would be interested in hearing your thoughts on this particular cigar

rizzle · 06-17-2009, 09:57 AM

As I've heard someone else say here, I have the palate of a goat. My reviews consist of either, hated it, loved it, or nothing special.

Mugen910 · 06-17-2009, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by rizzle

As I've heard someone else say here, I have the palate of a goat. My reviews consist of either, hated it, loved it, or nothing special.

I think those specific comments on cigars, backup up with what you could/could not detect would be helpful.

JohnnyKay5 · 06-17-2009, 10:02 AM

they dont pay enough. I smoke to enjoy it. I'm not a fan of writing or reading alot. Call me ignorant or what not but i'd rather light up another smoke than write a page about the one I just smoked.

06-17-2009, 10:17 AM

Well if you must know my palate has evolved beyond what our current vocabulary can describe.

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Originally Posted by JohnnyKay5

they dont pay enough. I smoke to enjoy it. I'm not a fan of writing or reading alot. Call me ignorant or what not but i'd rather light up another smoke than write a page about the one I just smoked.

JK sums it up nicely for me.

I still believe you have to smoke the cigar yourself, preferably two, and make your own assessment.

A review is like movie critics, just because you don't like it doesn't mean I wont and visa versa.

Enjoy.

rizzle · 06-17-2009, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Mugen910

I think those specific comments on cigars, backup up with what you could/could not detect would be helpful.

I hear you Bao, it's just that most of the time I'm unaware what it is that I'm tasting. Now yesterday, I was smoking a Noella Reserva and, boom, there was chocolate, I got that. But I love Cabaiguans, and for the life of me I can't tell you what I'm tasting. I just know I like it.

68TriShield · 06-17-2009, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by rizzle

As I've heard someone else say here, I have the palate of a goat. My reviews consist of either, hated it, loved it, or nothing special.

This is point one^^^.Point two is I'm too darn cheap to buy Regional Editions

md4958 · 06-17-2009, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 68TriShield

This is point one^^^.

you did a pretty good job here Dave!!

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=16948

G G · 06-17-2009, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by rizzle

As I've heard someone else say here, I have the palate of a goat. My reviews consist of either, hated it, loved it, or nothing special.

HK3- · 06-17-2009, 11:21 AM

Me, I like reading and writing reviews. I enjoy seeing pictures of cigars that people smoke and also hearing about and seeing the setting they are smoking in. The setting does affect the experience, right?

I don't consider myself a connoisseur at all, just a cigar smoker who enjoys the hobby so why not share the experience.

Skywalker · 06-17-2009, 11:27 AM

I really enjoy doing reviews. However, 1) they take a lot of time (to do them right), 2) there are too many brands and interests in brands that I haven't tried yet, and 3) I have not felt a lot of love for the reviews that I have posted lately.

In case of criticism for #3: I don't do reviews for love but is nice to have some positive (any kind of) feedback. Case-in-point: my review of the Pinar Del Rio Clasic Exclusivo. I see 91 people have read it and no one posted a reply of any kind. http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=12931

On the old site people use to give rep points for doing a nice job on a review... it doesn't happen there any more, or here, apparently. Like I said I don't do them for that reason. I've seen guys get more attention for posting a review on flavored sticks than on the more serious stuff.

I have about four or five reviews ready to post but I haven't had the energy to post them.

Sorry for the rant...

Emjaysmash · 06-17-2009, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Skywalker

In case of criticism for #3: I don't do reviews for love but is nice to have some positive (any kind of) feedback. Case-in-point: my review of the Pinar Del Rio Clasic Exclusivo. I see 91 people have read it and no one posted a reply of any kind. http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=12931

LOL Just changed that for ya!

Whee · 06-17-2009, 11:36 AM

While doing a good review can be a bit of work, and my palette is nothing close to refined,I find that writing reviews actually helps me with my sense of flavor.

There was a time when I would just grab a stick and smoke, not really taking the tme to enjoy it. Writing a review ensures that I focus only on the stick.

Many comments on my reviews actualy help my confidence with my flavor sense. And I hope that my reviews are doing the same for someone else. I once put in a review that I tasted gingerbread, I was leery of putting that down, bt I did. It was nice to hear in the comments that other smokers had tasted the same thing.

Reviews are a little like a golf caddy. They give you direction, let you know what you should expect, but in the end, you still have to do the work, whether it is smoking the cigar or playing the hole.

kaisersozei · 06-17-2009, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Skywalker

I really enjoy doing reviews. However, 1) they take a lot of time (to do them right), 2) there are too many brands and interests in brands that I haven't tried yet, and 3) I have not felt a lot of love for the reviews that I have posted lately.

In case of criticism for #3: I don't do reviews for love but is nice to have some positive (any kind of) feedback. Case-in-point: my review of the Pinar Del Rio Clasic Exclusivo. I see 91 people have read it and no one posted a reply of any kind. http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=12931

On the old site people use to give rep points for doing a nice job on a review... it doesn't happen there any more, or here, apparently. Like I said I don't do them for that reason. I've seen guys get more attention for posting a review on flavored sticks than on the more serious stuff.

I have about four or five reviews ready to post but I haven't had the energy to post them.

Sorry for the rant...

#1

What he said.

Darrell, I do believe we are brothers from different mothers.

And...

Starscream · 06-22-2009, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by rizzle

As I've heard someone else say here, I have the palate of a goat. My reviews consist of either, hated it, loved it, or nothing special.

I don't have the best palate either.
Although some of the less-than-stellar reviews are quite helpful to me as well as the well-written ones. Sometimes a mere loved it or hated it is all I need to hear.

Da Klugs · 06-22-2009, 02:38 PM

I've been real busy.

md4958 · 06-22-2009, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Da Klugs

I've been real busy.

Dan · 01-29-2011, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by rizzle

As I've heard someone else say here, I have the palate of a goat. My reviews consist of either, hated it, loved it, or nothing special.

ya pretty much...

06-17-2009, 09:57 AM	#4
rizzle Order Restored Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: st pete, fl Posts: 2,679 Trading: (23)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? As I've heard someone else say here, I have the palate of a goat. My reviews consist of either, hated it, loved it, or nothing special.

06-17-2009, 10:02 AM	#6
JohnnyKay5 Armed Forces Tumbleweed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Chester, VA Posts: 1,046 Trading: (22)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? they dont pay enough. I smoke to enjoy it. I'm not a fan of writing or reading alot. Call me ignorant or what not but i'd rather light up another smoke than write a page about the one I just smoked. __________________ *HIGH FIVE!*

06-17-2009, 11:21 AM	#12
HK3- Cashmere Jungle Lord Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Boffa Location: The town so nice they named it twice Posts: 5,035 Trading: (48)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? Me, I like reading and writing reviews. I enjoy seeing pictures of cigars that people smoke and also hearing about and seeing the setting they are smoking in. The setting does affect the experience, right? I don't consider myself a connoisseur at all, just a cigar smoker who enjoys the hobby so why not share the experience.

06-17-2009, 11:27 AM	#13
Skywalker BABOTL Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dice Location: Galaxy Far Far Away Posts: 10,168 Trading: (18)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? I really enjoy doing reviews. However, 1) they take a lot of time (to do them right), 2) there are too many brands and interests in brands that I haven't tried yet, and 3) I have not felt a lot of love for the reviews that I have posted lately. In case of criticism for #3: I don't do reviews for love but is nice to have some positive (any kind of) feedback. Case-in-point: my review of the Pinar Del Rio Clasic Exclusivo. I see 91 people have read it and no one posted a reply of any kind. http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=12931 On the old site people use to give rep points for doing a nice job on a review... it doesn't happen there any more, or here, apparently. Like I said I don't do them for that reason. I've seen guys get more attention for posting a review on flavored sticks than on the more serious stuff. I have about four or five reviews ready to post but I haven't had the energy to post them. Sorry for the rant... __________________ Smoke what you like!!!

06-17-2009, 11:36 AM	#15
Whee formerly illinoishoosier Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Sean Location: Bishopville, SC Posts: 3,591 Trading: (17)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? While doing a good review can be a bit of work, and my palette is nothing close to refined,I find that writing reviews actually helps me with my sense of flavor. There was a time when I would just grab a stick and smoke, not really taking the tme to enjoy it. Writing a review ensures that I focus only on the stick. Many comments on my reviews actualy help my confidence with my flavor sense. And I hope that my reviews are doing the same for someone else. I once put in a review that I tasted gingerbread, I was leery of putting that down, bt I did. It was nice to hear in the comments that other smokers had tasted the same thing. Reviews are a little like a golf caddy. They give you direction, let you know what you should expect, but in the end, you still have to do the work, whether it is smoking the cigar or playing the hole. __________________ "Maybe I'm wrong, when they tell me they're right…..naaaaahhhhhh, I'm an asshooooooleeee"--Denis Leary

06-17-2009, 09:51 AM	#1
md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Why arent you writing reviews? http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=17129 This thread got me thinking, why don't we have more people writing reviews on CA. This is such an great place, but our available info is still so limited. I faced a similar dilemma with whether or not to buy some REs recently. It's really tough to lay down $20+ a stick blind, but luckily enough there was one review here and it helped me spend my money I'm just as guilty of not writing reviews. In my whole time on CS and CA I've only written two I think, and one of them was one line. Personally I don't write many reviews because I feel like I cant discern all the different nuances and flavors like some with a more refined or sensitive palate. I can only tell you if i liked it or not. Also, most of the time when I'm smoking I don't take notes on a particular cigar. Oh, and also because I'm not sure that somebody really gives a chit about what I have to say. However, when somebody is looking for information like the thread linked above, a review or two might really help in their buying decision. Why don't you write reviews? Uncomfortable with people criticizing it, or disagreeing with your "taste"? __________________ "One fart can foul the air for everyone" - Esteemed philosopher "If avoiding the nasty $hit is being a snob, them I am guilty as charged."- Same esteemed philosopher.

06-22-2009, 02:38 PM	#18
Da Klugs Juan of 11 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Right here Posts: 4,222 Trading: (8)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? I've been real busy. __________________ Communities Not Commodities. Punctuation challenged, but trying. Proud winner of phase 1 of the Weight loss contest