Surrogates - Page 2

Starscream · 10-22-2012, 10:29 PM

Don't think that I'll ever put anything in my mouth with the name Tramp Stamp.
Why don't they name they're next smoke Herpes, The Clap, or Crabs?

iaMkcK · 10-24-2012, 03:06 AM

I can only find 5ers of the BC and the CB at SmokeInn... $37.50 & $40 respectively.. Any place sell for a different price, or possibly a place that sells any of the other lines? I wouldn't mind trying them. Thanks in advance!

Dunkel · 10-24-2012, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by iaMkcK

I can only find 5ers of the BC and the CB at SmokeInn... $37.50 & $40 respectively.. Any place sell for a different price, or possibly a place that sells any of the other lines? I wouldn't mind trying them. Thanks in advance!

http://www.newhavanacigars.com/Surro..._com_s/114.htm

JJKJR · 10-24-2012, 07:22 AM

Prior to seeing this, I never heard of the Surrogates brand, so I decided to check out their Web Site. I don't know what the rest of you think about the pricing but I don't see much of a difference from what they are charging for their "every day" stick and what I pay for more of a premium priced cigar. Maybe I'm spoiled living close to Ybor City. I can get locally rolled every day cigars at 3-5 dollars per stick which IMHO is a true cost savings and they taste great. Now the taste/flavor of the Surrogates is a whole different subject. It seems like most here enjoy the Surrogates but I don't see much of a cost savings as advertised. My .2.

kelmac07 · 10-24-2012, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by JJKJR

Prior to seeing this, I never heard of the Surrogates brand, so I decided to check out their Web Site. I don't know what the rest of you think about the pricing but I don't see much of a difference from what they are charging for their "every day" stick and what I pay for more of a premium priced cigar. Maybe I'm spoiled living close to Ybor City. I can get locally rolled every day cigars at 3-5 dollars per stick which IMHO is a true cost savings and they taste great. Now the taste/flavor of the Surrogates is a whole different subject. It seems like most here enjoy the Surrogates but I don't see much of a cost savings as advertised. My .2.

Compare them to prices on Tatuaje & Viajes then you will see the savings. The Skull Breaker and Bone Crusher really are IMHO vaguely similar to the Tatuaje T110 & Viaje Skull 'N Bones line when compared to strength and flavors. Price a box of Tatuaje T110 or Viaje Skull 'N Bones (if you can find them) and tell me if you still feel the same way.

JJKJR · 10-24-2012, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by kelmac07

Compare them to prices on Tatuaje & Viajes then you will see the savings. The Skull Breaker and Bone Crusher really are IMHO vaguely similar to the Tatuaje T110 & Viaje Skull 'N Bones line when compared to strength and flavors. Price a box of Tatuaje T110 or Viaje Skull 'N Bones (if you can find them) and tell me if you still feel the same way.

I was only looking at the single cigar prices. You're right about the box price. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.

INT · 10-24-2012, 08:13 AM

I've been wanting to try the skull breaker but I get mixed reviews, some stating it has a ton of pepper and others saying not so much. I'm not a big fan of a lot of pepper in my cigars, so if somone could confirm this either way it would help my purchase decisison. Thanks.

kelmac07 · 10-24-2012, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by INT

I've been wanting to try the skull breaker but I get mixed reviews, some stating it has a ton of pepper and others saying not so much. I'm not a big fan of a lot of pepper in my cigars, so if somone could confirm this either way it would help my purchase decisison. Thanks.

Confirmed...loads of pepper.

neoflex · 10-24-2012, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by INT

I've been wanting to try the skull breaker but I get mixed reviews, some stating it has a ton of pepper and others saying not so much. I'm not a big fan of a lot of pepper in my cigars, so if somone could confirm this either way it would help my purchase decisison. Thanks.

Shoot me a PM with your snailer and I will try and get a couple SB and BC out to you. I will be out of town so it will be later next week when I get them out but at least you will get to try them.
If you like a spicy heavy smoke these will be in your wheelhouse for sure.

INT · 10-24-2012, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by neoflex

Shoot me a PM with your snailer and I will try and get a couple SB and BC out to you. I will be out of town so it will be later next week when I get them out but at least you will get to try them.
If you like a spicy heavy smoke these will be in your wheelhouse for sure.

Thank you kind sir. Will do.

maninblack · 10-24-2012, 09:22 AM

I love the skull breaker and bone crushers. Great sticks regardless of the names. Pete is the man!

maninblack · 10-24-2012, 09:42 AM

What Mac said. I love t110's but at 15 per smoke, if you can even find them, it's a no brainer.

E.J. · 10-24-2012, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by neoflex

Shoot me a PM with your snailer and I will try and get a couple SB and BC out to you. I will be out of town so it will be later next week when I get them out but at least you will get to try them.
If you like a spicy heavy smoke these will be in your wheelhouse for sure.

"You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to neoflex agian"

Fine gesture, John.

irratebass · 10-24-2012, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by E.J.

"You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to neoflex agian"

Fine gesture, John.

I took care of this for ya

maninblack · 10-24-2012, 12:30 PM

Great gesture John!

Cincymike · 09-08-2013, 04:48 PM

I find them very similar to the Viaje Skull & Bones and the Super Shot line in flavor, the Viajes may be a little "heavier" but for the money, I would opt for the Surrogates. I like them when I'm in the mood for that type of flavor; however, I couldn't smoke any of them on a daily basis.

rhetorik · 09-10-2013, 04:29 PM

Curious how these have aged since this thread started. Thoughts?

neoflex · 09-12-2013, 02:13 PM

Like most things Tatuaje/Pepin, they age pretty well. I find with age you lose a little of that initial pepper blast on most Tats but overall anything that comes out of the Pepin factory ages very well.

MUNKY · 09-12-2013, 03:23 PM

since were reviving and old thread, the new animal cracker is a beast of a smoke!

CigarSquid · 09-13-2013, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by MUNKY

since were reviving and old thread, the new animal cracker is a beast of a smoke!

Animal Cracker? Where did I miss seeing this one come out.

Skull Breaker is a good smoke. I want to try a tramp stamp.

10-22-2012, 10:29 PM	#1
Starscream Knowhutimean, Vern? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andy Location: In a little town somewhere in the USA Posts: 10,237 Trading: (4)	Re: Surrogates Don't think that I'll ever put anything in my mouth with the name Tramp Stamp. Why don't they name they're next smoke Herpes, The Clap, or Crabs? __________________ Insert quote here.

10-24-2012, 03:06 AM	#2
iaMkcK Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2012 First Name: Jarrett Location: SoCal Posts: 570 Trading: (8)	Re: Surrogates I can only find 5ers of the BC and the CB at SmokeInn... $37.50 & $40 respectively.. Any place sell for a different price, or possibly a place that sells any of the other lines? I wouldn't mind trying them. Thanks in advance!

10-24-2012, 07:22 AM	#4
JJKJR Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Joe Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 60 Trading: (0)	Re: Surrogates Prior to seeing this, I never heard of the Surrogates brand, so I decided to check out their Web Site. I don't know what the rest of you think about the pricing but I don't see much of a difference from what they are charging for their "every day" stick and what I pay for more of a premium priced cigar. Maybe I'm spoiled living close to Ybor City. I can get locally rolled every day cigars at 3-5 dollars per stick which IMHO is a true cost savings and they taste great. Now the taste/flavor of the Surrogates is a whole different subject. It seems like most here enjoy the Surrogates but I don't see much of a cost savings as advertised. My .2.

10-24-2012, 08:13 AM	#7
INT Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 354 Trading: (0)	Re: Surrogates I've been wanting to try the skull breaker but I get mixed reviews, some stating it has a ton of pepper and others saying not so much. I'm not a big fan of a lot of pepper in my cigars, so if somone could confirm this either way it would help my purchase decisison. Thanks. __________________ *Convenerunt Disperdere*

10-24-2012, 09:22 AM	#11
maninblack Will smoke for food Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Kevin Location: Where the hoot owls f$ck the chickens Posts: 10,637 Trading: (80)	Re: Surrogates I love the skull breaker and bone crushers. Great sticks regardless of the names. Pete is the man! __________________ Proud member of the GMCGTPWHAFA

10-24-2012, 09:42 AM	#12
maninblack Will smoke for food Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Kevin Location: Where the hoot owls f$ck the chickens Posts: 10,637 Trading: (80)	Re: Surrogates What Mac said. I love t110's but at 15 per smoke, if you can even find them, it's a no brainer. __________________ Proud member of the GMCGTPWHAFA

10-24-2012, 12:30 PM	#15
maninblack Will smoke for food Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Kevin Location: Where the hoot owls f$ck the chickens Posts: 10,637 Trading: (80)	Re: Surrogates Great gesture John! __________________ Proud member of the GMCGTPWHAFA

09-08-2013, 04:48 PM	#16
Cincymike grumpy senior in training Join Date: Aug 2013 First Name: Mike Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 46 Trading: (0)	Re: Surrogates I find them very similar to the Viaje Skull & Bones and the Super Shot line in flavor, the Viajes may be a little "heavier" but for the money, I would opt for the Surrogates. I like them when I'm in the mood for that type of flavor; however, I couldn't smoke any of them on a daily basis.

09-10-2013, 04:29 PM	#17
rhetorik A Blind Man Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 9 Trading: (0)	Re: Surrogates Curious how these have aged since this thread started. Thoughts? __________________ Blind Man's Puff

09-12-2013, 02:13 PM	#18
neoflex I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: John Location: Monroe, NC Posts: 2,765 Trading: (32)	Re: Surrogates Like most things Tatuaje/Pepin, they age pretty well. I find with age you lose a little of that initial pepper blast on most Tats but overall anything that comes out of the Pepin factory ages very well. __________________

09-12-2013, 03:23 PM	#19
MUNKY Resident Pig Hunter Join Date: May 2013 First Name: Brandon Location: Pearland, TX Posts: 1,169 Trading: (19)	Re: Surrogates since were reviving and old thread, the new animal cracker is a beast of a smoke! __________________ Proud member of the GMCGTPWHAFA