RP annouces distribution take over for E.O. Brands - Thoughts?

Giant & 49er Fan · 05-09-2010, 05:25 PM

601 - Cubao - Murcielago - Mi Barrio are now being distributed by Rocky Patel. Not sure how this will effect Pepin's hand in blending or producing the lines.

Thoughts...

kelmac07 · 05-09-2010, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by RPguy

601 - Cubao - Murcielago - Mi Barrio are now being distributed by Rocky Patel. Not sure how this will effect Pepin's hand in blending or producing the lines.

Thoughts...

I heard this last night. Really hope is doesn't affect the blends...especially for my favorite 601 Blue.

Starz26 · 05-09-2010, 05:33 PM

According to Eddie Ortega, NOTHING is changing with the blends and will continue to be rolled at the My father factory in Esetelli...

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Originally Posted by EddieOrtega

Although Rocky is now part of our company and will be distributing our brands, and Pepin is the manufacturer, they are our brands

05-09-2010, 05:42 PM

The only thing that comes to mind is that if nothing in the way of the blends will be affected then I may see more tastings of these brands.

Rocky Patel seems to do a lot of tastings.

Oe more thing just came to mind. There may be a greater chance of getting more online specials on these brands under RP distribution.

Kreth · 05-09-2010, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by mariogolbee

Oe more thing just came to mind. There may be a greater chance of getting more online specials on these brands under RP distribution.

That'd be sweet:
ITSF mazo for 39.99, add 5 601 Blues for just $1

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05-09-2010, 06:50 PM

Only time will tell...

duckmanco · 05-09-2010, 07:15 PM

this was reportedly done to lower prices, which is not something you hear much about these days.... I would love for 3 of my top favorite smokes ever (601 blue and green and cubao). This hopefully would bring the mi barrio in line with reasonable pricing too.

Just don't f*ck with the blends or construction.

rhmalone · 05-09-2010, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by duckmanco

Just don't f*ck with the blends or construction.

no kidding...

TripleF · 05-09-2010, 08:52 PM

good thoughts!!!

G G · 05-09-2010, 08:59 PM

I aint smart enough to have an opinion on the subject.

fail

Dunkel · 05-09-2010, 09:18 PM

I'm all for lower prices.

MarkinAZ · 05-09-2010, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by kelmac07

I heard this last night. Really hope is doesn't affect the blends...especially for my favorite 601 Blue.

Don't forget the Green Tronco...

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Originally Posted by ggainey

I aint smart enough to have an opinion on the subject.

fail

Best post yet

G G · 05-09-2010, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by MarkinCA

Best post yet

honesty is the best policy my grandma always said.

G G · 05-09-2010, 09:33 PM

I always thought I was pretty smart and still do. The thing is, the older I get the more I discover that I don't know as much as I thought I did. That make any sense?

MarkinAZ · 05-09-2010, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ggainey

I always thought I was pretty smart and still do. The thing is, the older I get the more I discover that I don't know as much as I thought I did. That make any sense?

Yep! I do Google alot

G G · 05-09-2010, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by MarkinCA

Yep! I do Google alot

tell me about it.

G G · 05-09-2010, 09:45 PM

everyday's an edumacation though.

wolfandwhisky · 05-09-2010, 11:58 PM

I wonder if this is why there have been so many sales on 601s... seems like every day I turn around there are blues for $4 or a box of reds at 40-50% off. It has taken EXTREME willpower not to get a box of each...

Maybe people are trying to move what they have to expand their relationship (i.e. get better terms) with RP as distributor... who knows though.

So... anyone up for a rainbow box split?

05-10-2010, 03:17 PM

The thing that comes to mind is this, while Rocky has got his stuff everywhere a lot of retailers grump about the ability to get what they want when they want. If he can't keep his own stuff regularly in stores how will he do with someone elses?

Blueface · 05-10-2010, 03:47 PM

Tried calling Eric but got his voicemail.
Let's see if I can eventually get him to ask him.

05-09-2010, 05:25 PM	#1
Giant & 49er Fan Formerly known as RPguy Join Date: May 2009 First Name: Jaime Location: McCovey Cove! Posts: 1,318 Trading: (35)	RP annouces distribution take over for E.O. Brands - Thoughts? 601 - Cubao - Murcielago - Mi Barrio are now being distributed by Rocky Patel. Not sure how this will effect Pepin's hand in blending or producing the lines. Thoughts... __________________ "This cigar tastes like the weekend!" - JBoogie

05-09-2010, 05:42 PM	#4
mariogolbee Guest Posts: n/a	Re: RP annouces distribution take over for E.O. Brands - Thoughts? The only thing that comes to mind is that if nothing in the way of the blends will be affected then I may see more tastings of these brands. Rocky Patel seems to do a lot of tastings. Oe more thing just came to mind. There may be a greater chance of getting more online specials on these brands under RP distribution.

05-09-2010, 06:50 PM	#6
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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: RP annouces distribution take over for E.O. Brands - Thoughts? this was reportedly done to lower prices, which is not something you hear much about these days.... I would love for 3 of my top favorite smokes ever (601 blue and green and cubao). This hopefully would bring the mi barrio in line with reasonable pricing too. Just don't f*ck with the blends or construction. __________________ "...Ain't no dark till somethin' shines..."

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G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,725 Trading: (10)	Re: RP annouces distribution take over for E.O. Brands - Thoughts? I always thought I was pretty smart and still do. The thing is, the older I get the more I discover that I don't know as much as I thought I did. That make any sense?

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G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,725 Trading: (10)	Re: RP annouces distribution take over for E.O. Brands - Thoughts? everyday's an edumacation though.

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wolfandwhisky Resident Whisky Addict Join Date: Mar 2010 First Name: Matt Location: Arizona Posts: 521 Trading: (4)	Re: RP annouces distribution take over for E.O. Brands - Thoughts? I wonder if this is why there have been so many sales on 601s... seems like every day I turn around there are blues for $4 or a box of reds at 40-50% off. It has taken EXTREME willpower not to get a box of each... Maybe people are trying to move what they have to expand their relationship (i.e. get better terms) with RP as distributor... who knows though. So... anyone up for a rainbow box split? Last edited by wolfandwhisky; 05-09-2010 at 11:59 PM. Reason: clarity is a wonderful thing

05-10-2010, 03:17 PM	#19
Addiction Guest Posts: n/a	Re: RP annouces distribution take over for E.O. Brands - Thoughts? The thing that comes to mind is this, while Rocky has got his stuff everywhere a lot of retailers grump about the ability to get what they want when they want. If he can't keep his own stuff regularly in stores how will he do with someone elses?

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