bolivr Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 I see a non-cuban cigar company is marketing shorter cigars based on the idea that this is the best part of the cigar so why make them longer. I reckon this is wrong since to get to that final 3rd of the smoke the flavour has developed from smoking the first two 3rds. There are no short cuts to a big final 3rd of a good cigar. What do you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grasso Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 » I reckon this is wrong since to get to that final 3rd of the smoke the » flavour has developed from smoking the first two 3rds. There are no short » cuts to a big final 3rd of a good cigar. That pretty much hit the nail right on the head. I've smoked one of the Nubs, and while the flavor was decent, I just felt awkward holding a 64rg or whatever smoke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asc Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 That...and the fact that I just have this issue with putting something called a nub in my mouth. I'll stick with Partagas, Bolivar, and Robaina (said with deep, full of Latin gusto, tella novella voice) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSteelers Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 Who do they think they are fooling with this marketing???? I was gifted one of these and when it started getting good at all it was done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamuraiJack Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 I totally agree. However, they are decent smokes nonetheless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShortFatHokie Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 » I see a non-cuban cigar company is marketing shorter cigars based on the » idea that this is the best part of the cigar so why make them longer. » I reckon this is wrong since to get to that final 3rd of the smoke the » flavour has developed from smoking the first two 3rds. There are no short » cuts to a big final 3rd of a good cigar. » What do you think? But, but, but, even with a Nub, there is still a first 1/3, a second 1/3, and a third 1/3...they are just much shorter than that of a "normal" cigar...all marketing for the dolts of the world...and I agree, still not a bad smoke... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tandblov Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 I tried one. I didn't like it at all. Not only did it taste mediocre, but the size was completely off putting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colt45 Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 » What do you think? I've not tried any of the line, so I can't comment on the flavor, construction, etc. Speaking strictly on my opinion of the concept - not my cup of tea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KB24 Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I have had worse cigars than the Nub. I had one of the torpedos so I didn't have to dislocate my jaw bone like a Boa to smoke it. I am a fan of mild cigars, but for those who like em strong, you're probably not going to be into it. Regarding the whole idea behind the Nub, not sure it's possible. I think the smoking of a whole cigar provides that ideal point in the cigar that Nub was trying to capture in the short and fat format. -Patrick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackFriar Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 » Nubs, and while the flavor was decent, I just felt awkward holding a 64rg 64 Ring Gauge! Christ, you practically have to dislocate your jaw to get a decent grip on it. I like smaller formats, but I wish the cigar world's pendulum would swing back to narrower ring gauges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brooklyn Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 To each his own, but I do agree with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolivr Posted September 25, 2008 Author Share Posted September 25, 2008 What I meant to go on with was to speculate - what if Habanos releases their own versions? While I would not necessarily rush out to buy them, it has been proven by the regular release of new cigars as EL or new 'models' that the cigar world is revitalised by new releases. As long as they don't discontinue our favourite and classic vitolas..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamuraiJack Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 I think it would be a shame if Habanos went even further down the road of hype and fad. They can mess with packaging all they want (love those travel tubes), but man, don't start following crazy NC fads like Nubs, extreme box press, etc. I am already a bit suspect about the quality vs. marketing ratio of the EL's. I am no expert tho. I say keep perfecting the classics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miami101 Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Guys I have posted my list of non CUban cigars to pickup! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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