Newbie Sampler Thread III

[ashauler]

THIS IS THE NEWEST CHAPTER IN THE ON-GOING NEWBIE SAMPLER SAGA. THE SPONSOR LIST AND TRADE HISTORY IN THIS POST WAS BROUGHT FORWARD FROM THIS THREAD, AND THE RULES HAVE REMAINED UNCHANGED WITH THE EXCEPTION OF RULE 8 WHICH WAS ADDED ON 06-03-08:

http://www.cigarsmokers.com/t9159-ne...thread-ii.html

This is a fantastic way for any Newbs, or not so Newbs, out there to get a great selection of cigars, as well as gain some trading rep around here.

I am putting myself up as a sponsor and anyone else wishing to help out the newbs can PM me and I'll put you on the list.


HERE ARE THE RULES

Newbie Sampler Thread FAQ

1. What is the Newbie Sampler Thread?

A: A place where a Newbie (or anybody actually) can trade for a variety of Cigars. This thread was started with the idea of getting a newbie to trade with an "experienced" guy who wanted to get some cigars. The Newbie would buy the old guy what he wanted (or send cash) and the "experienced" guy would send the newbie a nice package of assorted singles to get the newbie started on some new favorites. Minimum trade value is $50 but most FOGS can handle trades of $100 or more.


2. Why would I want to trade with these people?

A: You are looking to sample a large variety of smokes. You can either go and overpay for a bunch of singles or you could get involved with a trade, receiving top quality sticks from a personally cared for selection of cigars that are ready for you to smoke. It's your choice.

3. How do I know I will actually get my cigars?

A: The people trading here have been doing so for quite some time, and are not going to screw around with a good thing for all parties (and not going to let anyone else screw it up for them), in order to screw you out of a few dollars.

4. How do I know I am not getting ripped off with a bunch of dog rockets?

A: Again, read the BB and you will get a feeling for those who trade here. May one or two of the cigars you receive be a dog rocket to you? Yes it is possible since taste is subjective, but how long do you think someone is going to be able to continue to trade if they are not giving fair (and to be perfectly honest you usually get MORE than fair value) in their trades. Why would anyone want to trade with them?


5. I haven't been around here long, but I have been smoking for _____ and I don't think I really should be qualified as a newbie.

A: You are. Get over it.

6. So how do I go about doing this? Who do I trade with?

The current trader (usually has "(Now Up!)" by their name), is the person that you would contact. You initiate a trade by sending a PM or E-Mail to that trader simply stating that you are interested in a Newbie Sampler Trade and any additional pertinent information including budget constraints. (i.e. "looking to do a Newbie trade in the ballpark of $60 - $80 dollars").

If for some reason that trader is unable to accomodate you (i.e. budget amounts don't work out or trader can not accomodate type of sampler desired), you move on to the next person on the list until someone can meet your needs.

7. Where can I get more information?

A: Yup, you’re a newbie. If you have a question, feel free to ask away. Most people will give you very good information.

8. How should I post regarding the receipt of my sampler?

A. A simple post to the newbie sampler thread that you have received your end and all is well is all that you NEED to do. This post lets everyone on the board know that the trade went smoothly. A statement along the lines of "Wow, what a selection, <member name> knocked my socks off" or something is cool too. Please don't post photo's of your sampler.

US Sponsors:

FunkyCold5 -- Completed with dustinpollock
spiffykyle -- Completed with Mizicke5273
WOXOF -- Completed with sammis
FunkyCold5 -- Completed with bhands
ashauler -- Completed with captbirde
spiffykyle -- Completed with Presideo
FunkyCold5 -- Completed with wild
heftysmokes -- Completed with mitch
Cabaiguan Juan -- Completed with Fat Freddy
FunkyCold5 -- Completed with Mrtr33
WOXOF -- Complete with JhnRls
ashauler -- Complete with rball5
Cabaiguan Juan -- Complete with debo08080
FunkyCold5 -- Completed with wesd88
heftysmokes -- Completed with logan37
WOXOF -- Completed with Jminnich500
Cabaiguan Juan -- Completed with cajunblaze
WOXOF -- Completed with Eville
Ashauler-- Completed with NorCalAaron
WOXOF --Completed with Alciabates
Cabaiguan Juan -- Completed with gaiden9
Ashauler -- Completed Silencei2
bigwhiteash--Completed with CWVA27
bigwhiteash--Completed with Silencei2
dustinpollock--Completed with ElSavior
WOXOF-- Completed with T-Roy
Sammis-- Completed with badwhale
Sammis-- Completed with Fro-nig
Ashauler-- Completed with EGQ
bigwhiteash-- Completed with Factoredreality
Funky Cold 5 --Completed with big_bill
dustinpollock---- Completed with kidcrash
WOXOF---Completed with daredog24
slcraiders---Completed with BurnDownKing
sammis---Completed with MasterCylinder
Jfellows---Completed with Nathanl
Funky Cold 5---Completed with Artyman1200
WOXOF----Completed with Fuma787
heftysmokes---Completed with LawDog2006
slcraiders-------Completed with Irish79
Sammis----completed with rich424
WOXOF----Completed with The Rich Life
Funkycold5-------Completed with ibarney5
mrtr33----Completed with pknitty
slcraiders-----Completed with gifters
heftysmokes---- Completted with Irish79
Sammis------ completed with aliaphagist
Ashauler--------- completed with biltritewave
mrtr33------completed with Carlos
Funkycold5---- completed with TravPSU
slcraiders----- in progress with arodgers
heftysmokes---- completed with silat
Sammis ----- completed with dmac
mrtr33----- completed with denver24
Funkycold5 ---- FELL THROUGH WITH SMEG
slcraiders---- completed with bluesmudge
Ashauler ------ pending with TheWarHound
sammis ----- completed with YoungForbes
sammis----- in progress with mtschust
slcraiders----- Now Up
Funkycold5--- on deck


Canadian Sponsors
Newfie (Canada) -- Complete with b_kim777;
Newfie (Canada) -- Complete with davearob
Newfie (Canada) -- Complete with smokntaz
drew_goring (Canada) -- Complete with craig
craig --- Completed with eproven
drew_goring----Now Up
craig --- On deck
Newfie---on the steps


Other Sponsors

stjohnroe (UK) -- completed with Rummstein
stjohnroe (UK) -- completed with Cyberfear

Douchenozzles denied a trade:
Bama

Please keep this thread updated with trades in progress and PM me when you are making a trade so I can keep the list current.