Pipe Packing 101 - The Frank Method

[Neuromancer]

Great thread on pipe packing with links to the discussions, videos and pictures...

Pipe Packing 101

 

[schuellk]

Thanks for the info and link. I've been too lazy lately to smoke pipe...but I'm thinking with the weather lately it may be time to enjoy a few bowls to change up the usual cigar.

 

[Wasch_24]

I tried this method a few times when I started pipe smoking in October and never really liked it.

Although, I now use a modified version of this combined with the 'thirds' method.

 

[Boppa-Wasch]

I tried this method a few times when I started pipe smoking in October and never really liked it.

Although, I now use a modified version of this combined with the 'thirds' method.

Likewise! Just finished a Boswell sitter with Xmas Cookie. First light @ 8Am EDT, am now really close to the bottom of the bowl 11AM. Goes great with the Sunday paper and a 10 cup pot of coffee....minimum relights and great flavor all the way. Bowl is about 1 1/2 in deep. Another great smoke from a Boswell pipe.:smile: :applause: eace: :thumbsup:

 

[geckoheart]

Thanks for the link. Will give it a try wiuth my next bowl.

 

[xrundog]

Works pretty well!

 

[DocLogic77]

The link wasn't working for me.

 

[Wasch_24]

Worked for me. Weird.

Maybe you need to be a member at Club Stogie?

 

[DocLogic77]

Worked for me. Weird.

Maybe you need to be a member at Club Stogie?

Maybe...but for some reason I don't think that will happen. :smile:

 

[Wasch_24]

Oh shit, I forgot. :rofl:

Well, here...it is a dead link to a thread on pipes.org and a video.

Video

 

[-MM-]

The Frank method is what I use. Although my experience has been that almost any method works when tamping properly during the smoke.

 

[DocLogic77]

Thanks Wasch...good video despite the language. I smoked 3 bowls tonight mainly to get my packing straight. The first was way too loose, second better, but the third was a decent pack. I really enjoyed the third bowl despite it being Captain Black. I think this is a worthy enough hobby to get that starter kit. Thanks for the help guys.

 

[DocLogic77]

Ok, I just bought the beginner set from Boswell. I got an ounce of Christmas cookie and 5 ounces of Spice-N-Nice.

 

[Wasch_24]

Excellent choices!


Did you get a pipe?

 

[DocLogic77]

Yea, I did...he said he would send me something nice. I told him I trusted his judgement. I just wanted it a dark redish color. And, I have been reading about the Boswell tobaccos and it seems those are the most popular. You guys have anymore suggestions on different types Boswell has?

 

[Wasch_24]

Boswell's Best

Hunters Choice

Berry Cobbler

Northwoods


A few of my favorites!

 

[DocLogic77]

Very cool thanks!

 

[Boppa-Wasch]

Ok, I just bought the beginner set from Boswell. I got an ounce of Christmas cookie and 5 ounces of Spice-N-Nice.

I also enjoy Sweet Tea, Sweet&Mild and Bear Blend. Todd thinks The Bear Blend has a little "Latikia" (sp) in it.:thumbsup: Thre's also Hazel nut that's preety good. For a nice "mild" smoke, try Bowells Best or Dan's Blend.

 

[DocLogic77]

i just tried to change my order to a more diverisified group of smokes.

 

[DocLogic77]

Is it just me or does northwoods smoke like a pine tree?