Favorite Pipe Smoking Links

motie2

Elsewhere her I posted a list of favorite pipe smoking links and resources, reproduced here: 

• TobaccoReviews - For helpful reviews of nearly any blend (even those that were discontinued ages ago), this is the place to go. 
• PipeSmokerForum - From tobacco reviews, to advice for beginner smokers, to tips on growing tobacco, a pretty reliable source on a variety of pipe smoking topics.
• PipesMagazine - A great source for pipe and tobacco related news. 
  
• Chris' Pipe Pages - From old catalogs to scans of mysterious patents, there's some really cool stuff tucked away in Chris' Pipe Pages. 
  
• Pipedia - The most extensive resource for information on well-known makers and marques; a user-friendly wiki for all things pipe related. 
  
• G. L. Pease - A wealth of information on pipes, tobacco, and pipe smoking.
  
• Pipephil - Logos and Markings - A comprehensive study of logos, stamps, and pipe nomenclature; search for brands by country, name, or logo.
  
• Reddit - Another great and friendly place for beginners to ask questions and receive feedback from more experienced smokers.
  

Here's another:

Pipe Smoking Guide

• Art of Smoking a Tobacco Pipe
• Breaking In a New Pipe
• Buying a Tobacco Pipe
• Buying Estate Pipes
• Buying Pipe Tobacco
• Must Have Pipe Accessories
• Pipe Collection
• Review of MacQueen Pipe – Classic Churchwarden
• Tips and Tricks
• Tobacco Pipe Parts

motie2

Another rich resource begins at http://pipes.priss.org/

"THE PROFESSOR'S PIPE TOBACCO REVIEWS"

xDutchx

Excellent links motie, thanks for posting them up!

ghostsofpompeii

Thanks for the links. I can probably go there first before asking many of my silly questions.

PappyJoe

@ghostsofpompeii - There are no silly questions except the ones you don't ask.

However for every question asked there is a chance of silly answers...

motie2

Another useful tool is the Pipe Smoking Glossary at: 

https://www.smokingpipes.com/smokingpipesblog/glossary.cfm

motie2

The most satisfying explanation of pipe smoking I've found -- Why I Smoke a Pipe by Phil Webb -- may be read at: 

http://www.glpease.com/Articles/WISP.html

motie2

Here's a interesting one: The Pipe Smoker's Gazette

http://members.mailaka.net/gazette/index.htm

Hiker007

Glad I came across this post. Thank you.

thebadgerpiper

One of my all time favorite pipe links is pipes.org, which has been around for a long time on the internet.

http://www.pipes.org/

While the site has good information on it, I want to highlight especially on the rich history in the Pipes Digest section. Before the internet was as we know it today, there was an email digest sent around (monthly, I think) to the early computer owning pipe smokers. The earliest date I can find in the records is in #004, published on March 11th, 1989, so it's possible the digest started sometime in 1988.

Essentially, the digest issues compile emails sent in to the two members who were running the mailing group at the time. The digest is full of bits of information, stories, and musings on all things pipe tobacco, with some discussion on cigars occasionally. One of the more prolific contributors at the time was Richard Carleton Hacker, author of The Ultimate Pipe Book, and later Pipesmoking: a 21st Century Guide.

Back in the 90's, I stumbled upon the digest on accident and read some of the archives. Though it would be well over a decade before I first smoked a pipe, the stories I read on there stuck with me. Even now on my phone, I keep the archives open and read a digest or two when I'm bored.

If you decide to start reading the digest, you'll have over a decade's worth of material to get through. However, I think if you enjoy reading posts on a pipe forum, you'll enjoy what you find on there,

thebadgerpiper

Another site that I enjoy visiting is Oompaul.com. Olie Sylvester is the pipe master behind Monstrosity Pipes, a line of pipes for the bravest of pipe smokers. Olie is through and through an artist, and expresses his wild creativity with his unique pipes.

I recommend visiting Oompaul.com not just to check out Olie's pipes, but also the other sections on his site. For a few years he had his own pipe podcast, until he couldn't keep up with it. I used to listen to Olie's podcasts at work, and he had a great show where he interviewed different pipe makers and blenders.

Olie also has a section on his site devoted to his musings and poetry on pipes. You'll find those links at the bottom of his website, and I can't recommend them enough. Olie has a great sense of humor, which comes out in his writing.

motie2

Basic Resources (I have a master list of hundreds.....) 

https://www.smokingpipes.com/smokingpipesblog/single.cfm/post/top-resources-for-pipe-smokers

TobaccoReviews - For helpful reviews of nearly any blend (even those that were discontinued ages ago), this is the place to go. It was actually a Laudisi property from 2001 to 2007 (we're now just one of several sponsors), and its smart "helpful/not helpful" rating system on reviews themselves allows you to find the most reliable content.

PipeSmokerForum - From tobacco reviews, to advice for beginner smokers, to tips on growing tobacco, Pipe Smoker's Forum is a pretty reliable source on a variety of pipe smoking topics.

PipesMagazine - Though less focused on detailed tobacco and pipe information, Pipesmagazine is a great source for pipe and tobacco related news. They even have a weekly radio show that's available on the majority of podcast sites and apps. The forums discuss a lot of general pipe smoking topics as well.

Chris' Pipe Pages - From old catalogs to scans of mysterious patents, there's some really cool stuff tucked away in Chris' Pipe Pages. It's often overlooked, but if you're willing to dig around a bit, you can find some pretty rare gems like a certain 1930s Rossi business card with quite a charming logo. 

Pipedia - Probably the most extensive resource for information on well-known makers and marques outside our site, Pipedia is a user-friendly wiki for all things pipe related. Editors work to keep each article accurate and up to date, generally with some really great pictures, too. As one of Pipedia's contributors, you'll find some of our content there too, in a format that's conveniently organized (one of our interviews appended to a pipemaker's bio or marque's history, for example). 

The Wood Database - Trying to identify accents, exotic woods, and the like can be a somewhat daunting task. The Wood Database offers examples of a variety of exotic and domestic hardwoods you'll find used in pipe making. With its enlargeable photos, detailed characteristics, and descriptions, it's a resource that Eric and I use almost every day. How else do you think we can distinguish Wenge from Macassar Ebony in our descriptions? We ask Adam — or check the Wood Database when even he's not sure. 

G. L. Pease - G. L. Pease is one of our best selling tobacco brands, and so it's necessary for us to know as much about the products as we can. Phone and email conversations with Greg have been quite helpful over the years, but for a quick and easy description and inspiration behind a particular blend, we often use Greg's site itself. And of course, Greg's commentary in his articles can be quite entertaining. 

Pipephil - Let's face it; some marques' stamping traditions are less than clear, making dating a certain vintage briar quite difficult at times. Luckily, there's Pipephil, a comprehensive study of logos, stamps, and nomenclature, to help with the process. It's user-friendly setup allows you to search for brands by country, name, or logo — making it much easier to figure out whether your Barling is pre- or post-transition. 

Reddit - Last, but certainly not least, we have Reddit's "pipe tobacco" sub-category. Completely open source, it's just a great and friendly place for beginners to ask questions and receive feedback from more experienced smokers. 

PappyJoe

@motie2 - you forgot to list the Country Squire Radio podcast. It is informative as well as entertaining.

PappyJoe

another one:

http://kaywoodie.myfreeforum.org/index.php

motie2

That was just the basics.....  Here's a few more:

Al Pascia
Cup O' Joes
E.A. Carey's Smokeshop
Lane Limited / STG 
Missouri Meerschaum
Mr. Brog Pipes
Pipes2Smoke.com
PipesandCigars.com
PipeStud.com
Savinelli Pipes / Iwan Ries
Seattle Pipe Club Blends
SmokingPipes.com
TobaccoPipes.com

Book Reviews

Out of the Ashes

Pipe & Tobacco Poetry

Pipe Babes

Pipe Cartoons

Pipe Clubs

Pipe Collecting

Pipe Lighters & Accessories

Pipe Manufacturer & Retailer Spotlight

Pipe News

Pipe Photo Galleries

Pipe Reviews & Pipe Makers

Pipe Shows

Pipe Smokers of the Past

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Jdalen

@motie2 et al. Wow! Where do I start? I'm familiar with some of the sites but the above should make for some great reading. Also, the pipe enthusiasts on YouTube. Some very good, some okay but glad to see the pipe enthusiasts out there.

motie2

Jdalen - On YouTube, I enjoy Bradley, at StuffandThings. He only smokes and reviews English and VaPers and I'm an aro fan, but both his regular channel and his Sunday Smokes channel are both very engaging. He also maintains a large collection of his pipe tobacco reviews. I recommend him to your attention. 

motie2

Hey, @Jdalen, more?  (And look, maximum formatting garbage included, free of charge...........)

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Pipe Smoking Celebrity Interviews
Pipe Smoking Fiction
Pipe Smoking Lifestyle
Pipe Smoking Satire
Pipe Tobacco Reviews
Pipe Videos
PipeSmoke
Put that in Your Pipe
Radio Talk Show
The Gentleman Smoker
The Pipe Pundit
The Speakeasy
Tobacco Policies & Legislation

English Blends and Latakia Blends - One in the Same?

Routine Tobacco Pipe Cleaning (With Videos)

Dedicating Tobacco Pipes to Pipe Tobacco Blends

A Few Pipe Lighter Reviews

Flake Pipe Tobacco Preparation

Tobacco Pipe Packing Methods - Part 1

Tobacco Pipe Packing Methods - Part 2 (Videos)

Reading Between The Lines

Pipe Smoking Tips

Re-Hydrating Pipe Tobacco

Pipe Tobacco Storage

Interview with Greg Pease of G.L. Pease Tobacco - Part 1

Interview with Greg Pease of G.L. Pease Tobacco - Part 2

Interview With Master Blender Russ Ouellette - Part 1

Interview With Master Blender Russ Ouellette - Part 2

Interview With Master Blender Russ Ouellette - Part 3

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Jdalen

@motie2, thanks for the effort. Much, much appreciated!

Woodsman

@motie2 Very impressive listings, great work.

motie2

Bradley at StuffandThings over at YouTube has posted 78 English and Va/Per reviews, all gathered together at 

https://www.youtube.com/embed/videoseries?list=PL5bk8l-rKXpF9loCe9j9evXu-3Q_zRHHg

motie2

And speaking of Amphora, this comes from Smokingpipes.com

<<Don't Judge A Tobacco By Its Packaging Thursday, September 21, 2017 by Andrew Wike

I have a strong distrust of any pipe tobacco that comes in a pouch. It's not exactly a fair distrust, more of a mistrust really, having derived from a singular, albeit terrible experience with a particularly soupy tobacco that left me with tongue bite for a week straight. So when Adam O'Neill encouraged (read: forced) me to smoke a specific pouched tobacco a few days ago, you could say I was hesitant. In reality, I was clinging to my chair screaming, "No! No! You can't make me do it!" But he double dog dared me, so I had no choice. I tried it. As I unsealed the plastic wrappings, I expected to be smacked in the face by a pungent aroma of boozy chocolate or fruits; I found the sweet, bready fragrance of Burley instead. "Hmm... smells nice but I'm still skeptical," I thought. The tobacco was fairly moist, but not goopy or even terribly wet. I could see some lighter Virginias in the mix, and even some darker specks that could've been Perique or dark-fired Kentucky. My confidence growing, I pulled out a couple of pinches and set them to dry on my desk. After several minutes of glancing back and forth between the pile of tobacco and the foiled packaging, I finally started packing my pipe; the ribbons stacked up well in the bowl, with a nice springiness to the touch once I'd finished. I began the charring light, half expecting to startle some dormant monster hidden within the leaf. No beast came, just the semi-sweet taste of quality Virginias, creamy black Cavendish, and a little smoky spice, along with a very subtle hint of dark chocolate. I puffed away for a bit, and looked over at Adam, only to see him cutting a smug grin — his arms crossed, one eye brow raised as if to say, "See you big baby, I told you so." And he wasn't wrong. It was good stuff, a solid Burley blend with a good bit of complexity and only a barely discernible top note. It burned well throughout the whole bowl, and all the flavors complemented each other with aplomb. Now, at this point, you're probably curious to know what tobacco our cheeky Australian wanted me to smoke. You've been patient with me so far, so here's the answer: it was Amphora's Original Blend. If you haven't tried it, give it a smoke. If anything, you'll learn that you can't judge a tobacco by its packaging.

thebadgerpiper

@motie2 That's a nice review of Amphora Original. I picked up a pouch of the Full Aroma earlier this year, and I've been pleased with it. It doesn't smoke like a drugstore blend at all. I've added a few pouches to my cellar for when my current pouch runs out.

motie2

http://www.pipemakersforum.com/

"Gallery" area doesn't seem to connect

motie2

Here is a 2013 list of Pipe Clubs. Cannot say how many are still active. Try your luck!

US AREA PIPE CLUBS
Florida:

Lakeland

Lakeland Society of Pipe Enthusiasts​

• www.facebook.com/LakelandPipeClub
• Membership:
• Meets: Every other Saturday an noon (some members come every Saturday)
• Venue: Edward's Pipe and Tobacco in Lakeland, FL
• Local BOTL: stukibuilt

​

Illinois:

Chicago

Chicago Pipe Collector's Club​

• Membership:
• Meets:
• Venue:
• Local BOTL: rdomfoto

Rob's Monthly Pipe Herf (pending)​

• Membership: open
• Meets: (pending)
• Venue: (pending)
• Local BOTL: rdomfoto

​

Indiana:

Ft. Wayne

Fort Wayne Cigar (& Pipe) Club​

• www.fortwaynecigarclub.com
• Membership: Free
• Meets:
• Venue: Varies month to month
• Local BOTL: Hoshneer

​

Maryland:

Frederick

Pipe Club​

• Membership:
• Meets: 3rd Tuesday of every month
• Venue: Quartermasters Cigars in Frederick, MD
• Local BOTL: Grrrrr609

​

Minnesota:

Minneapolis/St. Paul

Great Northern Pipe Club​

• greatnorthernpipeclub.org/
• www.facebook.com/GreatNorthernPipeClub
• Membership: $20/yr ($15 for those out of the area, free to select approved pipe makers, shop owners, & international members)
• Meets: 3rd Sunday of every month
• Venue: Golden Leaf Tobacco in St. Paul, MN (unless otherwise noted)
• Local BOTL: cgraunke

​

New Jersey:

Vineland

Pipe Smokers of New Jersey (PSNJ)​

• Membership:
• Meets: 3rd Saturday of every month
• Venue: Williams Totally Tobacco 137 S. Delsea Dr. Vineland, NJ 08360
• Local BOTL: K Williams

​

New York:

Manhattan

New York Pipe Club​

• http://www.newyorkpipeclub.com
• www.facebook.com/groups/131726723570994/
• Membership: $25/yr (guests & visitors welcomed)
• Meets: 2nd Tuesday of every month
• Venue: Florio's restaurant in Manhattan's Little Italy, 192 Grand Street, (212-226-7610)
• Local BOTL: K Williams

​

Ohio:

Cincinnati

Cincinnati Area Pipe Society (CAPS)​

• Membership:
• Meets: 4th Saturday of every month at 11 a.m.
• Venue: Straus Tobacconist in Florence, KY
• Local BOTL: cigarblunk

​

Virginia:

Winchester

Winchester Pipe Club​

• Membership:
• Meets: 1st Tuesday of every month
• Venue: JB Hayes in Winchester, VA
• Local BOTL: Grrrrr609

​

CANADA AREA PIPE CLUBS
Alberta:

Edmonton

Pipe Club​

• Membership: Free
• Meets:
• Venue:
• Local BOTL: Newfiepipe, crperkins

​

motie2

There's also this article: http://pipesmagazine.com/blog/category/pipe-clubs/

motie2

See attached .pdf on Pipe smoking and nicotine links

pipeman83

Don’t forget the Cleveland Pipe Club.

motie2

Of course.

Remember that was a 2013 list.

thebadgerpiper

There's also a Kenosha, WI pipe club. Haven't made it to one yet, but it was started by one of the members of our forum. There's a facebook group for them.