Tips For Smoking Outside In The Winter?

longknocker · 01-09-2010, 06:16 AM

Just Wanted To Know The Inmates Tips On Smoking Outside In The Winter. I Don't Have The Option Of Smoking In My House. ( Yes I'm PW'd after 37 Years Of Marriage.

) I've Tried "Wetting" My Sticks Beforehand And That Helps To Prevent The Sticks from Cracking & Splitting, But With A Temperature & Humidity Drop From My Cigars Stored @ 65RH & 65* Inside To 37% RH & 50* Inside My Garage, They Still Split & Taste Brittle & Dry. Any Ideas?

Thanks, All!

TripleF · 01-09-2010, 06:23 AM

Had the same thing happen last weekend Greg while the temps were in the mid 40's.

Don't smoke good ones

That's my only tip.

havanajohn · 01-09-2010, 06:23 AM

Greg, I have had great sucess with 'spritzing' my CC's with distilled water, and smoking them in colder conditions than you describe. As for NC's, is your hygrometer accurate?

pmwz · 01-09-2010, 06:36 AM

cut a finger of a glove and use it as a cigar warmer.

kelmac07 · 01-09-2010, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by TripleF

Don't smoke good ones

That's my only tip.

I gotta agree with Scott on this one...I have been smoking some "value" sticks out in the frigid cold and saving the others for herfs, Baileys, etc.

longknocker · 01-09-2010, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by havanajohn

Greg, I have had great sucess with 'spritzing' my CC's with distilled water, and smoking them in colder conditions than you describe. As for NC's, is your hygrometer accurate?

Just Recalibrated Hygrometer, It's Accurate. Thanks For Tips, All! Guess I Need To Wait For Spring To Smoke The Good Ones!

joeobx · 01-09-2010, 07:41 AM

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cut a finger of a glove and use it as a cigar warmer.

I've had hit and miss luck with spritzing.....also picked up a Heater Buddy for the garage.

chachee52 · 01-09-2010, 08:26 AM

During the winter I smoke outside a lot walking around the lakes. I guess I've never been too bothered by the splitting.
One idea I had if you are smoking in the garage, what about getting a little house humidifier and sitting near it while you smoke. Turn it on a little before you go out there that way why you are out there there's a little more moisture in the air.
Just a suggestion, I've never tested it but sounds good in my mind :-)

longknocker · 01-09-2010, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by chachee52

During the winter I smoke outside a lot walking around the lakes. I guess I've never been too bothered by the splitting.
One idea I had if you are smoking in the garage, what about getting a little house humidifier and sitting near it while you smoke. Turn it on a little before you go out there that way why you are out there there's a little more moisture in the air.
Just a suggestion, I've never tested it but sounds good in my mind :-)

Sounds Like That Might Work, Todd! Thanks!

Powers · 01-09-2010, 10:22 AM

i've experienced the same problems in the harsh Florida winters

good time to smoke the Gurkhas!

Kreth · 01-09-2010, 10:27 AM

50?! How about we rename this thread to "How do I smoke in t-shirt weather?"

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longknocker · 01-09-2010, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by UFPowersmoker320

i've experienced the same problems in the harsh Florida winters

good time to smoke the Gurkhas!

Sorry, Michael, But I Can't Go "That Far"!

Mr Edmundo · 01-09-2010, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Kreth

50?! How about we rename this thread to "How do I smoke in t-shirt weather?"

Posted via Mobile Device

My thoughts exactly.

The Poet · 01-09-2010, 11:48 AM

In bitter Joisey weather I smoke smaller or cheaper sticks - or both. One other thing I'd suggest: I've found that maduro wrappers are hardier and less fragile than others, and can withstand more abuse.

longknocker · 01-09-2010, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by The Poet

In bitter Joisey weather I smoke smaller or cheaper sticks - or both. One other thing I'd suggest: I've found that maduro wrappers are hardier and less fragile than others, and can withstand more abuse.

I Smoke Mostly Maduro NC's, And They're Still Cracking. Not Unsmokeable, Just Aggravating. Guess The Best Thing Is To Smoke Cheaper Sticks 'til It Warms Up.

T.G · 01-09-2010, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by longknocker

Just Wanted To Know The Inmates Tips On Smoking Outside In The Winter. I Don't Have The Option Of Smoking In My House. ( Yes I'm PW'd after 37 Years Of Marriage.

) I've Tried "Wetting" My Sticks Beforehand And That Helps To Prevent The Sticks from Cracking & Splitting, But With A Temperature & Humidity Drop From My Cigars Stored @ 65RH & 65* Inside To 37% RH & 50* Inside My Garage, They Still Split & Taste Brittle & Dry. Any Ideas?

Thanks, All!

Buy a heater?

The Poet · 01-09-2010, 12:25 PM

Well, Mobile is a lot wetter than Jersey, so maybe your sticks are damper on the surface due to environmental reason. So if you are truly "mobile", move to Minnesota.

longknocker · 01-09-2010, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by T.G

Buy a heater?

That's "With" The Heater In The Garage, Bro!

I Think The Cracking Is Related More To Decreased Humidity More Than Anything.

longknocker · 01-09-2010, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by The Poet

Well, Mobile is a lot wetter than Jersey, so maybe your sticks are damper on the surface due to environmental reason. So if you are truly "mobile", move to Minnesota.

Thanks, But It's "Way" Too Cold Up There!

acruce · 01-09-2010, 01:28 PM

Dress really warm......

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Kreth Ronin smoker Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Oneonta, NY Posts: 3,620 Trading: (14)	Re: Tips For Smoking Outside In The Winter? 50?! How about we rename this thread to "How do I smoke in t-shirt weather?" Posted via Mobile Device

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The Poet Il megglior fabbro Join Date: Jun 2009 First Name: Thomas Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 8,420 Trading: (2)	Re: Tips For Smoking Outside In The Winter? In bitter Joisey weather I smoke smaller or cheaper sticks - or both. One other thing I'd suggest: I've found that maduro wrappers are hardier and less fragile than others, and can withstand more abuse.

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The Poet Il megglior fabbro Join Date: Jun 2009 First Name: Thomas Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 8,420 Trading: (2)	Re: Tips For Smoking Outside In The Winter? Well, Mobile is a lot wetter than Jersey, so maybe your sticks are damper on the surface due to environmental reason. So if you are truly "mobile", move to Minnesota.

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acruce Just killing Time Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andy Location: Venus TX Posts: 1,114 Trading: (1)	Re: Tips For Smoking Outside In The Winter? Dress really warm...... __________________ LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST~SMOKE AS MANY FINE CIGARS AS POSSIBLE ~ SMILE ~ IT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD!!