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  1. StPatrickPiper

    Boswell Northwoods

    I found the cut was hard to get lit. Kinda chunky. It was also a bit wet. But the flavour is good, consistent, and simple. Nothing too complex.
  2. StPatrickPiper

    How Much is Too Much?

    I may have exaggerated. SIGNIFICANTLY reduces some factors rather.
  3. StPatrickPiper

    How Much is Too Much?

    I might be wrong but I feel like there's so many factors involved with smoking pipe that it cannot possibly be compared to cigarette use. If you don't inhale that eliminates so many issues right there already. Smoking quality tobacco with no additives etc.
  4. StPatrickPiper

    Pack and Tap: Is my Strange Way Wrong?

    I sometimes stick a pipe cleaner in when I pack. All it takes is one silly little particle of tobacco to get sucked into the draft hole and your smoke is over. But again, this could be remedied by running a pipe cleaner through as soon as you notice
  5. StPatrickPiper

    Gurgles . . . . .

    I find (as one gentleman had mentioned) that the more I smoke a pipe the drier it gets. The cake on the bowl must help some. A new pipe is always kinda wet for me anyways. I second the chamfer on the tenon. It stops the smoke from condensing at that spot.
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    How Much is Too Much?

    I realize there is so much good info here but heres my 2 cents. I smoke as much as it compliments my lifestyle. I don't want to be a person that can't be separated from my pipe, but I love what the pipe and tobacco add to my life. I don't want my life to be utterly consumed with it, but it is...
  7. StPatrickPiper

    Favorite Morning Blend

    Ironically, GLP Quiet Nights
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    There.. I did it.

    I put aromatics or other wet tobaccos in a bowl under a desk lamp. It is surprising how fast the warmth from the lamp dries the tobacco. I have to watch that some stuff doesn't get crispy.
  9. StPatrickPiper

    How Often Do You Smoke a Pipe?

    The dopamine from doing such a simple, pleasurable and habitual activity is definitely "addicting" Our bodies like habit and routine.
  10. StPatrickPiper

    Looking for Pipemakers Nearby

    All good. I figured it out.
  11. StPatrickPiper

    Looking for Pipemakers Nearby

    I'm sorry, with all the usernames and being new to the forum it took me a bit to catch on to that. Mr sasquatch is from Alberta? 🤔
  12. StPatrickPiper

    Looking for Pipemakers Nearby

    Actually not too bad. Alberta is a beautiful province to visit.
  13. StPatrickPiper

    Hey Folks! Cypriot Piper Living in Ottawa!

    Welcome from a fellow Canadian!
  14. StPatrickPiper

    How Often Do You Smoke a Pipe?

    I agree with many here in that the timing has to be right. I guess I'm not experienced enough to just light up a bowl anywhere anytime and relax. Usually weekends I'll have 4-6 bowls. Just easier if I'm not under pressure. Sometimes once or twice during the week if I'm feeling it.
  15. StPatrickPiper

    Looking for Pipemakers Nearby

    I don't know if this is the right place to ask, but I'll give it a shot. I've been making pipes for a few years and I am not aware of anyone nearby that does the same thing. I am interested in meeting more experienced pipemakers and learning from them. If there is anyone remotely close to me I...