Why arent you writing reviews? - Page 3

kaisersozei · 06-17-2009, 01:18 PM

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Most of the reviews I have done in the past 6 months are in the Blind Taste Test thread in the MAW/PIF forum, I just don't usually port them over to other category once the stick is disclosed. I could probably start doing that.

I really like that thread--I think it's about my favorite thread in the whole forum. Why? Because it's fun, kind of "mysterious," and something of a game. It also gives me the opportunity to smoke some cigars that I might not purchase otherwise, and to share the same kind of cigars with folks. Between the smoking, taking notes, taking pictures, editing & uploading the pictures, the writing & posting up the reviews, it does take time. But to me that's part of the hobby. What I especially like about this hobby is discovering new flavors, tastes and aspects of a cigar. Sharing them with people is what I think this forum is about.

So I'll continue to do it, because it's my way of contributing to the board. Even though it's just my opinion, I figure it might be helpful to someone else. Folks seem to be more appreciative of the rare or the new cigar reviews, but I hope that someone can find something helpful in all the reviews that I post.

tuxpuff · 06-17-2009, 10:48 AM

I really enjoy doing reviews. When doing them I find that I concentrate more on the flavors and possibly even enjoy the cigar a bit more.

kaelaria · 06-17-2009, 10:49 AM

It's a lot harder than it seems lol

I will admit that after a long string I really enjoy just kicking back with one at the bar, not having to concentrate on it, just enjoy it!

Chris. · 06-17-2009, 10:54 AM

I review anything I have the time to go outside and sit to smoke. I have no problem reviewing a cigar in my newb way. I can tell if it is harsh or bitter, and and it has good flavors. I may not be able to tell you exactly what flavors they are, but I know the difference between bad and good. I havent done a real review since like november because of the cold weather and then I just got lazy, but I'm getting back into the swing of things with reviews. I just posted one actually, and I'm about to do another in a couple hours.

06-17-2009, 10:55 AM

I like thinking about the cigar I am enjoying. I will also echo the sentiments above and say that my palate will tell me what I like, but it doesn't communicate it well enough to my brain for anything more than "this is a very nice smoke" to come out of my mouth. I am trying to smoke cigars while looking at a review sheet or tasting wheel to see if I can put my finger on a flavor, but it is very difficult for me.

06-17-2009, 11:05 AM

I mostly dont because Im too lazy or just dont think about doing it. If I smoke something that really wowed me, then I will do my best to review it.

Don Fernando · 06-17-2009, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by md4958

Why don't you write reviews?

because I hate writing reviews

md4958 · 06-17-2009, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Don Fernando

because I hate writing reviews

we noticed

06-17-2009, 12:01 PM

I tend to be less critical of the cigars I am smoking so I am not too objective of a smoker.
I should review sticks as I do not have a particular brand, vitola or wrapper I prefer.

Usually if the cigar draws well and is medium to full bodied I am happy.

MadAl · 06-17-2009, 12:42 PM

When I smoke something that bowls me over I post it up. Did one on Camacho Select. Owe one on Montecristo Reserva Negra. It's been so freakin' cool and rainy here that I don't get to smoke much even though it's Spring and almost Summer

Chris. · 06-17-2009, 01:09 PM

Here are the two I've posted today.
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=17143

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=17155

Chris. · 06-17-2009, 01:20 PM

I love the BTT thread. I have two reviews in there so far, that I have not ported to the review forum.

OLS · 06-17-2009, 01:37 PM

I like writing reviews, since I post in a forum where you get alot of people asking about cigars that they have never had. They go onsale, and in a few minutes there is a thread where people are asking for opinions on on of the cigars onsale. I always chuckle and wonder if anyone else is thinking the same thing. With habanos, there is a situation where almost everybody smokes about the same thing in their first year, and they don't branch out much until A. an unfamiliar cigar goes onsale, or B. they are exploring and really need to know what to expect from one of their upcoming targets. It is also hard to justify writing a review when you have the palate of a billy-goat. I taste sweet, tangy, tea, tobacco and tar. If a cigar has any of those tastes, I am good to go. I can't figure out the mongo picture reviews, though. I always wonder how they can concentrate on taste when they are busy snapping photos. But I have a really short attention span. But in general I agree that there is not enough encouragement from others in response to reviews, but to me I don't think that is necessarily something you should expect. I CAN see how it would make someone less inclined to post one, thinking, "what's the point, no one is reading them anyway." But that's not so. Post-whores always chime in, "nice review", but there are hundreds of people reading your reviews, because they are an integral part of the smoking phenomenon. People DO read that stuff. If there is a cigar they want to know about badly, they are READING your review. VIEWS are what is important, because there is no reason to read a thread you have no interest in, believe me. So if you have 90 views and no comments, you still helped 50+ people. And that's what it is all about.

St. Lou Stu · 06-17-2009, 01:41 PM

Thanks Moe..... we all need a lil reminder every now and again.

From now on, I am going to review everything I put in my mouth.

md4958 · 06-17-2009, 02:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by St. Lou Stu

Thanks Moe..... we all need a lil reminder every now and again.

From now on, I am going to review everything I put in my mouth.

EVERYTHING Tim?? Lets keep some of the graphic stuff private ok?

Tazziedevil · 06-17-2009, 03:16 PM

I used to- I have my old review template on my computer still. My problem? No smokes to review at the moment

Posted via Mobile Device

ehdg · 06-18-2009, 07:37 AM

Moe, Lets get to the main part of your post. Which review did you use to make the purchase and for what was it?

md4958 · 06-18-2009, 07:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ehdg

Moe, Lets get to the main part of your post. Which review did you use to make the purchase and for what was it?

ERDM Italian RE

ehdg · 06-18-2009, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by md4958

ERDM Italian RE

Hmmm okay so where did u find a review on them? I don't see one here. I've smoked 2 of them so far and have liked them. Nice mild cigar with good ageing potential. It had some honey and floral to it in the begining and ended with some nice leather notes.

md4958 · 06-22-2009, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ehdg

Hmmm okay so where did u find a review on them? I don't see one here. I've smoked 2 of them so far and have liked them. Nice mild cigar with good ageing potential. It had some honey and floral to it in the begining and ended with some nice leather notes.

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=15765

there was another review on a different forum. lemme know if you would like the link.

06-17-2009, 01:18 PM	#1
kaisersozei The Homebrew Hammer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Gerard Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 3,183 Trading: (40)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? #3 Most of the reviews I have done in the past 6 months are in the Blind Taste Test thread in the MAW/PIF forum, I just don't usually port them over to other category once the stick is disclosed. I could probably start doing that. I really like that thread--I think it's about my favorite thread in the whole forum. Why? Because it's fun, kind of "mysterious," and something of a game. It also gives me the opportunity to smoke some cigars that I might not purchase otherwise, and to share the same kind of cigars with folks. Between the smoking, taking notes, taking pictures, editing & uploading the pictures, the writing & posting up the reviews, it does take time. But to me that's part of the hobby. What I especially like about this hobby is discovering new flavors, tastes and aspects of a cigar. Sharing them with people is what I think this forum is about. So I'll continue to do it, because it's my way of contributing to the board. Even though it's just my opinion, I figure it might be helpful to someone else. Folks seem to be more appreciative of the rare or the new cigar reviews, but I hope that someone can find something helpful in all the reviews that I post. __________________

06-17-2009, 10:48 AM	#2
tuxpuff Feeling at Home Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Luke Location: Austin Posts: 877 Trading: (2)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? I really enjoy doing reviews. When doing them I find that I concentrate more on the flavors and possibly even enjoy the cigar a bit more.

06-17-2009, 10:54 AM	#4
Chris. PSHC! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 1,842 Trading: (25)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? I review anything I have the time to go outside and sit to smoke. I have no problem reviewing a cigar in my newb way. I can tell if it is harsh or bitter, and and it has good flavors. I may not be able to tell you exactly what flavors they are, but I know the difference between bad and good. I havent done a real review since like november because of the cold weather and then I just got lazy, but I'm getting back into the swing of things with reviews. I just posted one actually, and I'm about to do another in a couple hours. __________________

06-17-2009, 10:55 AM	#5
jlaker Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? I like thinking about the cigar I am enjoying. I will also echo the sentiments above and say that my palate will tell me what I like, but it doesn't communicate it well enough to my brain for anything more than "this is a very nice smoke" to come out of my mouth. I am trying to smoke cigars while looking at a review sheet or tasting wheel to see if I can put my finger on a flavor, but it is very difficult for me.

06-17-2009, 11:05 AM	#6
txdyna65 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? I mostly dont because Im too lazy or just dont think about doing it. If I smoke something that really wowed me, then I will do my best to review it.

06-17-2009, 10:49 AM	#3
kaelaria Cigarobsession.com Baby! Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Bryan Location: Holiday, FL Posts: 736 Trading: (3)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? It's a lot harder than it seems lol I will admit that after a long string I really enjoy just kicking back with one at the bar, not having to concentrate on it, just enjoy it! __________________ Cigar Videos

06-17-2009, 12:01 PM	#9
darkninja67 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? I tend to be less critical of the cigars I am smoking so I am not too objective of a smoker. I should review sticks as I do not have a particular brand, vitola or wrapper I prefer. Usually if the cigar draws well and is medium to full bodied I am happy.

06-17-2009, 12:42 PM	#10
MadAl Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: 5 miles from Fenway Posts: 268 Trading: (0)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? When I smoke something that bowls me over I post it up. Did one on Camacho Select. Owe one on Montecristo Reserva Negra. It's been so freakin' cool and rainy here that I don't get to smoke much even though it's Spring and almost Summer

06-17-2009, 01:09 PM	#11
Chris. PSHC! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 1,842 Trading: (25)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? Here are the two I've posted today. http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=17143 http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=17155 __________________

06-17-2009, 01:20 PM	#12
Chris. PSHC! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 1,842 Trading: (25)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? I love the BTT thread. I have two reviews in there so far, that I have not ported to the review forum. __________________

06-17-2009, 01:37 PM	#13
OLS Suck It Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Brad Location: TN Posts: 7,912 Trading: (19)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? I like writing reviews, since I post in a forum where you get alot of people asking about cigars that they have never had. They go onsale, and in a few minutes there is a thread where people are asking for opinions on on of the cigars onsale. I always chuckle and wonder if anyone else is thinking the same thing. With habanos, there is a situation where almost everybody smokes about the same thing in their first year, and they don't branch out much until A. an unfamiliar cigar goes onsale, or B. they are exploring and really need to know what to expect from one of their upcoming targets. It is also hard to justify writing a review when you have the palate of a billy-goat. I taste sweet, tangy, tea, tobacco and tar. If a cigar has any of those tastes, I am good to go. I can't figure out the mongo picture reviews, though. I always wonder how they can concentrate on taste when they are busy snapping photos. But I have a really short attention span. But in general I agree that there is not enough encouragement from others in response to reviews, but to me I don't think that is necessarily something you should expect. I CAN see how it would make someone less inclined to post one, thinking, "what's the point, no one is reading them anyway." But that's not so. Post-whores always chime in, "nice review", but there are hundreds of people reading your reviews, because they are an integral part of the smoking phenomenon. People DO read that stuff. If there is a cigar they want to know about badly, they are READING your review. VIEWS are what is important, because there is no reason to read a thread you have no interest in, believe me. So if you have 90 views and no comments, you still helped 50+ people. And that's what it is all about.

06-17-2009, 01:41 PM	#14
St. Lou Stu Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Belleville, IL (St. Louis) Posts: 2,304 Trading: (21)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? Thanks Moe..... we all need a lil reminder every now and again. From now on, I am going to review everything I put in my mouth. __________________ Pretending to play golf since 1989

06-17-2009, 03:16 PM	#16
Tazziedevil Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Posts: 110 Trading: (0)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? I used to- I have my old review template on my computer still. My problem? No smokes to review at the moment Posted via Mobile Device

06-18-2009, 07:37 AM	#17
ehdg Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: nj Posts: 115 Trading: (6)	Re: Why arent you writing reviews? Moe, Lets get to the main part of your post. Which review did you use to make the purchase and for what was it?