McClelland Packing/Lighting Tips Needed

[MyFathersKeeper]

This particular brand and I just aren't getting along. Both the Frog Morton Cellar and Across the Pond have been giving me issues staying lit. Which is a shame as I particularly enjoy the Cellar, but the constant attention is taking away from the experience. I am still quite new to the hobby. However, I've been able to get through quite a few bowls of different Dunhill blends recently with only 1 or 2 relights. Same for local blends from Straus, one from Stokkebye, and I've even had good luck with Gaslight. McClelland...not so much. Generally I use either the 3-step or German method to pack. Are there any other techniques/tips/tricks out there that could help with this issue? Am I alone in fighting this cut?

Thanks in advance for any advice.

 

[thedismaltrade]

Dry your tobacco before smoking it. Almost all blends require it. Out of all the blends I smoke, only a couple don't need dry time.

 

[CVAC085]

I'd say what Zack posted above is most likely the problem.

And I don't think re-lights are an issue either. I have times where I need 1 or 2 re-lights and some cases 5-6 re-lights maybe more.

Remember, you can always re-pack the bowl of your pipe too if something doesn't feel right. I've done it before....


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