Lighters for golfing

[CoventryCat86]

Zippos are supposedly windproof but my personal experience says otherwise.....

[CptnBlues63]

Zippos are supposedly windproof but my personal experience says otherwise.....

I have to agree. While better than a Bic lighter in the wind, they're definitely not perfect. Also, (and more importantly in my book) Zippo's also use lighter fluid (eg: Ronsonol) and that stuff makes whatever you're smoking taste like lighter fluid. I used to use a Zippo for years when I still chain smoked cigarettes and I wouldn't use them with a cigar.........ever!

I have a couple Xikar lighters and find the "torch" style lighters are better at handling wind than anything else I've tried. Unlike TheGreekTitan I've had great luck with my Xikars. I bought a single and a double torch style and the double did stop firing off the spark shortly after I purchased it. I sent it in and they sent me back a brand new one. It's been working perfectly ever since. That was at least 2 years ago. I've never had a problem with my single torch and I've had it at least 4 years now. It's worth noting I bought several single torch Xikar's as gifts for friends and all 3 of those have worked flawlessly for years without issue.

[CoventryCat86]

I've used Zippos in the past with cigars and never really noticed any difference in the taste of the cigar. My senses of smell and taste aren't all that great.

[grateful1]

Jetlite by Ronson - Under $6 at Walmart stores.

[Eville]

I used to have a Blue Rhino triple flame torch that always worked until I lost it. Now I just stick to the Ronsons. The only thing I don't like about them is they are touchy on the flame adjustment. Too much or too little and it won't light.