Big ring stogies

nutcracker · 04-24-2014, 04:32 PM

I was chatting to a fellow who was keen on the name sake of this forum - the Asylum 80.
I'm not certain an 80 ring gauge makes sense, but - what do you guys think of these cigars? Sounds like overkill ???

CRIMPS · 04-24-2014, 04:35 PM

Gimmick?

CRIMPS · 04-24-2014, 04:36 PM

Sorry, my comment was in regard to an 80 ring gauge. Not the asylum

bobarian · 04-24-2014, 04:51 PM

The trend is definitely towards larger RG cigars. While they may not suit the average Asylum smoker, if you look around at any cigar shop, most guys are smoking big cigars. A few years ago 60RG was a huge smoke, today they are common place. Recently, several manufacturers have come out with 70's are they are selling. Even Habanos SA has marked the trend by rolling it's largest stick ever, a 58RG.

jhedrick83 · 04-24-2014, 04:56 PM

The 60 ring gauge are typically not my favorite, I've seen some 70 rg cigars before but not 80. I think they in large part are playing on the idea that most consumers will think that more inherently equals better cigar or better value. I'm not saying there aren't great big rg smokes, I just usually steer clear.

the MacDonald · 04-24-2014, 05:19 PM

Definitely a gimmick and common denominator play. I like a few of the Kristoffs but the local B&M only carries the toro 6.5 x 56. In my humble opinion, anything over 50 is uncivilized and possibly vulgar.

icehog3 · 04-24-2014, 05:43 PM

I am holding out for a 90, hopefully something in maduro by NUB.

stearns · 04-24-2014, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

I am holding out for a 90, hopefully something in maduro by NUB.

Ive got an 86rg (i think) cigar i can send yas. its even in the shape of a bullet, you'll love it

A review would be necessary of course

CdnStogie · 04-24-2014, 06:32 PM

Kind of on topic - I have not been in the cigar game long enough to answer this myself -

But what is the difference in say a 60 rg to a 40 rg or smaller in terms of flavour? Would the same cigar taste noticeably different in different sizes?

icehog3 · 04-24-2014, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by stearns

Ive got an 86rg (i think) cigar i can send yas. its even in the shape of a bullet, you'll love it

A review would be necessary of course

I would review how I froze it and threw it at my neighbor's head, Ben.

icehog3 · 04-24-2014, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by CdnStogie

Kind of on topic - I have not been in the cigar game long enough to answer this myself -

But what is the difference in say a 60 rg to a 40 rg or smaller in terms of flavour? Would the same cigar taste noticeably different in different sizes?

Some opine that different wrapper to filler/binder ratios change flavor. I tend to agree in many cases.

the jiggler · 04-24-2014, 06:57 PM

Femur. 10x133. $70.00. You should say something.

https://www.cigarhustler.com/cromagn...le-p-2605.html

MUNKY · 04-24-2014, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by the jiggler

Femur. 10x133. $70.00. You should say something.

https://www.cigarhustler.com/cromagn...le-p-2605.html

Oh jiggler I just thought of something really evil and funny!

JenksAnejo · 04-24-2014, 07:24 PM

Quote:

I am holding out for a 90, hopefully something in maduro by NUB.

the jiggler · 04-24-2014, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MUNKY

Oh jiggler I just thought of something really evil and funny!

So many different ways to go with this....

sobranie10 · 04-24-2014, 07:39 PM

Tom me too a Barber Pole maduro and candela yum!

Quote:

Originally Posted by icehog3

I am holding out for a 90, hopefully something in maduro by NUB.

maninblack · 04-24-2014, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the MacDonald

Definitely a gimmick and common denominator play. I like a few of the Kristoffs but the local B&M only carries the toro 6.5 x 56. In my humble opinion, anything over 50 is uncivilized and possibly vulgar.

I guess I'm vulgar for smoking a 54 ring gauge then. Works for me. I like being a knuckle dragger.

BHalbrooks · 04-24-2014, 09:26 PM

I smoke Femurs daily.

TJarv · 04-24-2014, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the MacDonald

Definitely a gimmick and common denominator play. I like a few of the Kristoffs but the local B&M only carries the toro 6.5 x 56. In my humble opinion, anything over 50 is uncivilized and possibly vulgar.

I like quite a few cigars that are 54 rg, but I'm from the south and we're pretty uncivilized

maninblack · 04-24-2014, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by BHalbrooks

I smoke Femurs daily.

Me too. They are an easy 8 hour smoke.

04-24-2014, 04:32 PM	#1
nutcracker Shameless epicurian Join Date: Apr 2014 First Name: Neil Location: Winnipeg, Canada - Home of the Jets! Posts: 1,631 Trading: (26)	Big ring stogies I was chatting to a fellow who was keen on the name sake of this forum - the Asylum 80. I'm not certain an 80 ring gauge makes sense, but - what do you guys think of these cigars? Sounds like overkill ???

04-24-2014, 04:35 PM	#2
CRIMPS Benn/Seguin best friends Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: Zach Location: North Texas Posts: 1,520 Trading: (50)	Re: Big ring stogies Gimmick?

04-24-2014, 04:36 PM	#3
CRIMPS Benn/Seguin best friends Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: Zach Location: North Texas Posts: 1,520 Trading: (50)	Re: Big ring stogies Sorry, my comment was in regard to an 80 ring gauge. Not the asylum

04-24-2014, 04:51 PM	#4
bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: Big ring stogies The trend is definitely towards larger RG cigars. While they may not suit the average Asylum smoker, if you look around at any cigar shop, most guys are smoking big cigars. A few years ago 60RG was a huge smoke, today they are common place. Recently, several manufacturers have come out with 70's are they are selling. Even Habanos SA has marked the trend by rolling it's largest stick ever, a 58RG.

04-24-2014, 04:56 PM	#5
jhedrick83 GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2013 First Name: Jesse Location: Knoxville Posts: 402 Trading: (0)	Re: Big ring stogies The 60 ring gauge are typically not my favorite, I've seen some 70 rg cigars before but not 80. I think they in large part are playing on the idea that most consumers will think that more inherently equals better cigar or better value. I'm not saying there aren't great big rg smokes, I just usually steer clear.

04-24-2014, 05:19 PM	#6
the MacDonald Grey beard, funky wierd Join Date: May 2010 First Name: Joe Location: Windsor CT Posts: 148 Trading: (9)	Re: Big ring stogies Definitely a gimmick and common denominator play. I like a few of the Kristoffs but the local B&M only carries the toro 6.5 x 56. In my humble opinion, anything over 50 is uncivilized and possibly vulgar. __________________ Cry havoc, and unleash the dogs of war

04-24-2014, 05:43 PM	#7
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,308 Trading: (60)	Re: Big ring stogies I am holding out for a 90, hopefully something in maduro by NUB. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

04-24-2014, 06:32 PM	#9
CdnStogie Fooore! Join Date: Mar 2014 First Name: Jeff Location: Ontario Posts: 153 Trading: (2)	Re: Big ring stogies Kind of on topic - I have not been in the cigar game long enough to answer this myself - But what is the difference in say a 60 rg to a 40 rg or smaller in terms of flavour? Would the same cigar taste noticeably different in different sizes?

04-24-2014, 06:57 PM	#12
the jiggler ¡taste my pirate paddy! Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Craig Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 917 Trading: (24)	Re: Big ring stogies Femur. 10x133. $70.00. You should say something. https://www.cigarhustler.com/cromagn...le-p-2605.html __________________ Hecho exclusivamente para el jefe. Support the Troop Support Contest 2014!!!

04-24-2014, 09:26 PM	#18
BHalbrooks Have My Own Room Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: B Location: Texas Posts: 1,122 Trading: (5)	Re: Big ring stogies I smoke Femurs daily.