Rocky Patel,friend or foe?

SmokinApe · 04-15-2009, 08:26 PM

What say you? Some love him some hate him...

Me? I haven't smoked one in some time... But I use love them...

"You can't go wrong with a Patel."
"Too many inconsistent blends."
"Great construction!"
"Too much hype."

Comments that I hear...

JPH · 04-15-2009, 08:29 PM

Once upon a time I liked the RP sungrown... no others though.

Nabinger16 · 04-15-2009, 08:37 PM

I really like the Decades and the Old World Reserve Maduros. The Vintage lines aren't bad either. I liked the first couple R4 maddies I smoked, but they're not tasting so good any more.

All in all... I would say RP is a friend!

mikeandshellie2 · 04-15-2009, 08:38 PM

I love the RP sumatra and the double maduro fusion.

Clampdown · 04-15-2009, 08:43 PM

I couldn't care less about the man. I did enjoy the OWR and the Decades, but haven't had one in a long time and have no interest to go back. Im just waiting for when he comes out with his Monday thru Sunday blend cigars.

taltos · 04-15-2009, 08:37 PM

He has some great blends and so does Pepin. You need to smoke what you like and smoke what you like. I like a whole bunch of the stuff that Rocky blends and smoke a bunch of them but I prefer the blends coming out of Oliva. Both Rocky and Pepin create more new blends than there are whores in New York City Times Square but their good ones are worth smoking. I suggest the Vintage series and the Edge series for Rocky and the Black and Blue for Pepin.

longknocker · 04-16-2009, 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by taltos

He has some great blends and so does Pepin. You need to smoke what you like and smoke what you like. I like a whole bunch of the stuff that Rocky blends and smoke a bunch of them but I prefer the blends coming out of Oliva. Both Rocky and Pepin create more new blends than there are whores in New York City Times Square but their good ones are worth smoking. I suggest the Vintage series and the Edge series for Rocky and the Black and Blue for Pepin.

I agree with you completely, Paul!

duckmanco · 04-16-2009, 07:01 AM

I'm a fan, if not for the fact that he pushes so hard to keep taxation at a minimum, and fights hard for our passion as cigar smokers. On to his smokes, I love the OWR maduro, Sungrown, and ITSF as a great value smoke. All of these blends are available at rock bottom pricing as 2nds that look/smoke/taste just like 1sts IMO, and for that my wallet likes him too.

Starchild · 04-16-2009, 07:19 AM

I think RP is good for the industry in general. I really enjoy his Sun Growns and Vintage 90's. I'm big on getting the best bang for my buck, so the 2nd and x-out versions of these are right up my alley

I think it's great to offer these as an option for people who don't necessarily need a fancy box or band.

s15driftking · 04-15-2009, 08:35 PM

RP the Edge Sumatra and Maduro (the only RP's i like to date) have flawless construction in my opinion and i am always satisfied with those cigars.

Dukeuni · 04-15-2009, 08:35 PM

I really cannot say that I would ever say RP is a "foe" or that I "hate him". This guy works his butt off for his brand, and I think he increases the hobby as a whole with his passion. Now, do I enjoy his cigars?- Not too much, but heck, I have only had a few. In the end, I respect the man and the work he puts into his job and the passion he shows for it

Starscream · 04-15-2009, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Dukeuni

I really cannot say that I would ever say RP is a "foe" or that I "hate him". This guy works his butt off for his brand, and I think he increases the hobby as a whole with his passion. Now, do I enjoy his cigars?- Not too much, but heck, I have only had a few. In the end, I respect the man and the work he puts into his job and the passion he shows for it

Well said.

I'm an RP fan, but to each his own.

Didn't we beat this discussion to death over in the jungle?

Clampdown · 04-15-2009, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by andysutherland

Well said.

I'm an RP fan, but to each his own.

Didn't we beat this discussion to death over in the jungle?

This is a different place, and some different members. If we went this mode of thinking then there wouldn't be much to talk about. We left a vast amount of information there, and its always nice to go back and visit various discussions. Unless they involved "cello or no cello", "should I rotate my cigars," or anything to do with Macanudos.

rharris · 04-15-2009, 09:16 PM

I likey the edge corojo,the sungrown in the petit corona size (the bigger sizes not so much).I also like the O.W.R and the decade.Heck,I even like the C.I.legend R.P.s. I have met Rocky a few times at different events and he really seems like a genuine person.Plus he was nice to the wife which earns him big points in my book.

smokin5 · 04-15-2009, 09:47 PM

Really like the Vintage 1990's.
And the Edge. Regular or Lite.
Other than that, I can't recall an RP I've enjoyed.

Just my humble opinion, of course.

04-15-2009, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by rharris

I likey the edge corojo,the sungrown in the petit corona size (the bigger sizes not so much).I also like the O.W.R and the decade.Heck,I even like the C.I.legend R.P.s. I have met Rocky a few times at different events and he really seems like a genuine person.Plus he was nice to the wife which earns him big points in my book.

I really thought I was crazy for only liking the SG in the PC size.

SmokinApe · 04-16-2009, 08:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rharris

I likey the edge corojo,the sungrown in the petit corona size (the bigger sizes not so much).I also like the O.W.R and the decade.Heck,I even like the C.I.legend R.P.s. I have met Rocky a few times at different events and he really seems like a genuine person.Plus he was nice to the wife which earns him big points in my book.

I agree he seems like a nice person with incredible knowledge, I was bummed when I didn't get to meet him him at the B&M event...

Texan in Mexico · 04-15-2009, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by andysutherland

Well said.

I'm an RP fan, but to each his own.

Didn't we beat this discussion to death over in the jungle?

LOL, you beat me to it! I would post the thread but dont want to get banned here haha.

And to answer your question - FAN of the man, helping us build up the community, I am all for it though I have my personal feelings about some of the new cigars.

acarr · 04-15-2009, 10:36 PM

I like the decade and vintage but I never think to buy any because the name has really turned me off. There is one for every day of the year

marge796 · 04-16-2009, 01:57 AM

I am fan of RP and his cee-gars.

Chris.....

04-15-2009, 08:26 PM	#1
SmokinApe Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeremy Posts: 1,267 Trading: (35)	Rocky Patel,friend or foe? What say you? Some love him some hate him... Me? I haven't smoked one in some time... But I use love them... "You can't go wrong with a Patel." "Too many inconsistent blends." "Great construction!" "Too much hype." Comments that I hear...

04-15-2009, 08:29 PM	#2
JPH Ted Peffer Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 125 Trading: (0)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? Once upon a time I liked the RP sungrown... no others though.

04-15-2009, 08:37 PM	#3
Nabinger16 Drowning Ex Gorilla Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Trent Location: Indiana Posts: 292 Trading: (8)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? I really like the Decades and the Old World Reserve Maduros. The Vintage lines aren't bad either. I liked the first couple R4 maddies I smoked, but they're not tasting so good any more. All in all... I would say RP is a friend!

04-15-2009, 08:38 PM	#4
mikeandshellie2 Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Shellie Location: HUGE crater!! Posts: 735 Trading: (72)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? I love the RP sumatra and the double maduro fusion.

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Clampdown I Cut Like a Buffalo Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Brian Location: Noneya Posts: 868 Trading: (12)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? I couldn't care less about the man. I did enjoy the OWR and the Decades, but haven't had one in a long time and have no interest to go back. Im just waiting for when he comes out with his Monday thru Sunday blend cigars.

04-15-2009, 08:37 PM	#6
taltos Really, really old Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Paul Location: Saugus, MA Posts: 2,486 Trading: (3)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? He has some great blends and so does Pepin. You need to smoke what you like and smoke what you like. I like a whole bunch of the stuff that Rocky blends and smoke a bunch of them but I prefer the blends coming out of Oliva. Both Rocky and Pepin create more new blends than there are whores in New York City Times Square but their good ones are worth smoking. I suggest the Vintage series and the Edge series for Rocky and the Black and Blue for Pepin. __________________ Jimmy, some of its magic, some of its tragic, but I had a good life all the way. He Went to Paris, J. Buffett

04-16-2009, 07:01 AM	#8
duckmanco Can't stop whats coming Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: that forsaken stretch of wood they call Whiskey Grove Posts: 404 Trading: (10)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? I'm a fan, if not for the fact that he pushes so hard to keep taxation at a minimum, and fights hard for our passion as cigar smokers. On to his smokes, I love the OWR maduro, Sungrown, and ITSF as a great value smoke. All of these blends are available at rock bottom pricing as 2nds that look/smoke/taste just like 1sts IMO, and for that my wallet likes him too. __________________ "...Ain't no dark till somethin' shines..."

04-16-2009, 07:19 AM	#9
Starchild SERENITY NOW! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andre Location: Fernandina Beach, Fl Posts: 553 Trading: (11)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? I think RP is good for the industry in general. I really enjoy his Sun Growns and Vintage 90's. I'm big on getting the best bang for my buck, so the 2nd and x-out versions of these are right up my alley I think it's great to offer these as an option for people who don't necessarily need a fancy box or band. __________________ Everywhere is walking distance if you have the time - Steven Wright

04-15-2009, 08:35 PM	#10
s15driftking Go Browns! Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Bobby Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 2,763 Trading: (16)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? RP the Edge Sumatra and Maduro (the only RP's i like to date) have flawless construction in my opinion and i am always satisfied with those cigars. __________________ diamonds/guns

04-15-2009, 08:35 PM	#11
Dukeuni RIP CS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Fields of rolling wheat Posts: 509 Trading: (32)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? I really cannot say that I would ever say RP is a "foe" or that I "hate him". This guy works his butt off for his brand, and I think he increases the hobby as a whole with his passion. Now, do I enjoy his cigars?- Not too much, but heck, I have only had a few. In the end, I respect the man and the work he puts into his job and the passion he shows for it

04-15-2009, 09:16 PM	#14
rharris Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Richard Location: Norwich N.Y. Posts: 281 Trading: (48)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? I likey the edge corojo,the sungrown in the petit corona size (the bigger sizes not so much).I also like the O.W.R and the decade.Heck,I even like the C.I.legend R.P.s. I have met Rocky a few times at different events and he really seems like a genuine person.Plus he was nice to the wife which earns him big points in my book.

04-15-2009, 09:47 PM	#15
smokin5 Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: On the Mountaintop - AZ Posts: 2,002 Trading: (69)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? Really like the Vintage 1990's. And the Edge. Regular or Lite. Other than that, I can't recall an RP I've enjoyed. Just my humble opinion, of course. __________________ Pobody's Nerfect.

04-15-2009, 10:36 PM	#19
acarr Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,307 Trading: (34)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? I like the decade and vintage but I never think to buy any because the name has really turned me off. There is one for every day of the year

04-16-2009, 01:57 AM	#20
marge796 It Just Doesn’t Matter!!! Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Chris Location: Topeka KS Posts: 1,624 Trading: (28)	Re: Rocky Patel,friend or foe? I am fan of RP and his cee-gars. Chris..... __________________ “Don’t talk to me about naval tradition. It’s nothing but rum, sodomy and the lash.” -Sir Winston Churchill