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Keeping a log

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wydog

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So I have log of cigars I smoke. I put the band in it and then write a little bit on how it lights and burns, the taste, the body, and what I was doing during the smoke. I find that not only is it interesting to go back and look at past enteries but also it forcs me to think about the cigar. How many of you guys do something similar? For those of you that do this do you make a log og every cigar even if you've smoked that particular one multiple times? At what point do you stop loging it if you have a box for example? Thanks.
 
If you don't remember how each cigar
from your humi taste,then I guess you have a really large collection.
I myself don't keep a log,as Nimrod said you need to enjoy your cigars.
The little I did was putting a blank band on a couple of cigars which had age on them.
So I just wrote the age.
 
When I smoke it is typically because I am stressed (work or wife) and need to unwind. I thinl you have a good idea, but I just want to enjoy the smoke in my hand. Kudos to you nonetheless
 
I keep one as well - it appeals to my OCD nature a little. Unfortunately I don't have an answer to your question.
 
I have a log...I haven't used it since I made it...Well, I take that back. I DO use the "inventory" part to keep track of aging, but that's about it. I thought making an online log would make it so much easier for me to make notes and things like that...but I just never got into taking notes while I was smoking.
 
I do not have a log but now try at least to date each stick or box before they go in the cooler. I think a log or dossier (sp?) is a great idea and if it makes you more connected to the hobby then go for it. Just make sure that if you do it, you put the same thought and effort into each of your reviews in the log so when you go back you can make accurate comparisons. Best of luck!
 
Whatever it takes to turn your nasty, smelly vice into a hobby is fine by me.

Doc.
 
The only ones I log are ones I do a review on, which aren't many, other than that I just enjoy them and remember which ones I liked the best.
 
I used to be a log nut. Then I found (just recently) that it really distracts you from enjoying the cigar. So what I have gone to is buying a couple of the same cigar. Smoke one for pure enjoyment the first time around and then if I want to review or log I have the other one for that purpose. That said I still don't log nearly as much as I use too. You remember what you like and you certainly remember EVERY dog rocket.
 
in2xshp said:
The only ones I log are ones I do a review on, which aren't many, other than that I just enjoy them and remember which ones I liked the best.
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I'm with you on this one. The only log I keep is the reviews I do here. I do write them down on a piece of paper, but it's all scribbles so I can write them on here. Now with the cool ass review program that got written that's all I need!
 
wydog said:
So I have log of cigars I smoke. I put the band in it and then write a little bit on how it lights and burns, the taste, the body, and what I was doing during the smoke. I find that not only is it interesting to go back and look at past enteries but also it forcs me to think about the cigar. How many of you guys do something similar? For those of you that do this do you make a log og every cigar even if you've smoked that particular one multiple times? At what point do you stop loging it if you have a box for example? Thanks.
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I recently joined up here and on another board, so in between Newbie samplers and a bunch of gifted smokes, I ended up with over 60 singles at the beginning of this month. I'm using a couple spreadsheet pages (one for maduro, one for natural) to make a one-line comment for each one smoked and to rank and group them. If I started the process over again, I'd add another column to record which cigar that I previously smoked was most similar to the cigar being smoked. Previously for singles I didn't do anything other than noting which ones might be worthy of a box purchase.

For reviews, I have a form that I made up to organize and record thoughts. There are a few such forms around, but I didn't find one that did what I wanted to do. I usually don't go through the full review process for a single, but I will for boxes. I use StogieRate from Doc StogieFresh to record the results of each review form (although I don't use his reviewing system) and for inventory, but there are a few other software possibilities. I record the review results in the software to figure out when I should next try another stick from that box, and then when the box should be put into rotation. Once in rotation, I ignore all the logging/review/ratings stuff and just smoke'em.

I saw a really nice hardcover blank journal a few months ago intended to record one's cigar experiences, space for bands and everything, just like gardeners use. Sorry, but I can't remember where I saw it on-line.
 
I can understand taking the time to record notes on the cigars we enjoy. People who visit this site are a different breed of cat and there is an intellectual component that we all seem to crave. I applaud your organization as I sit and sift through my pile of notes made during the time I spend on line.
 
I tried to keep a spreadsheet to track what I had, when I bought it, and when I smoked it, etc. To be honest, after you are here for a while you buy, sell, trade, bomb, and smoke cigars so often that I couldn't keep up. The only time now that I "kinda" inventory my cigars is when I am in a pass so I know what I have, and can figure out msrp for puts and takes. It was to much work, and didn't make this hobby that enjoyable.
 
I used to use a small book that I'd put in the band, a small comment and rating. I'd then leave it around in case my g/f wanted to get me a cigar for a gift. All she'd have to do is peruse it or bring it with her to show the shop keeper. Been working so far. :)
 
For those of you that do this do you make a log og every cigar even if you've smoked that particular one multiple times? At what point do you stop loging it if you have a box for example? Thanks.
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I log when I want to, if I feel like tearing down the the smoking experience. If I want to relax and enjoy then I do not take notes, or even try to look to deep into the cigar as I enjoy it.

I stop logging when I think I know what to expect from the cigar. I usually just add notes to my previous logs.

Tim
 
What rolls down stairs alone or in pairs
Rolls over your neighbor's dog?
What's great for a snack and fits on your back?
It's Log, Log, Log!

It's Log, Log, it's big, it's heavy, it's wood.
It's Log, Log, it's better than bad, it's good!
Everyone wants a log! You're gonna love it, Log!
Come on and get your log! Everyone needs a Log!
 
I'm loving the Stogie Rate software I bought a few months ago. But it feeds the geek in me - allows me to list all the stats and facts I want, especially my own rating/comments. I don't re-rate if I have something over and over again - but most certainly do if I have same blend in a diff size.

Good luck.

John
 
My log is in my head. I have three categories:
That was really good! (will probably remember the cigar and buy it again)
That was ok (might remember the cigar. I'm old; you never know)
That one sucked (will probably remember to not buy that one again)

One thing I've found over many years of smoking. A cigar is like sex or pizza. Even when it's not very good, it's pretty good.
 
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