This is why I play EVE guys. The game is fuckin' awesome, if you tried it before and gave up, forget mining, focus on pew pew pew and try again.
'cause it's awesome. and spaceships.
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Thursday, September 9, 2010
A Cigar I Like
Construction Notes
The Cameroon wrapper on this cigar looks a little drab at first, but I’ve noticed that it changes quite a bit once lit, this wrapper must be really sensitive to heat. A minute or two after lighting oils come to the surface and the wrapper shines.
The color is consistent and there is the occasional glue smear. The roll is firm and regular, and the draw is just right. Occasionally a cigar with this type of foot will offer resistance until the burn reaches the main body of the stick, but I haven’t encountered this problem with the Short Story.
The perfecto “nipple” makes this an extremely easy cigar to light. One match is usually all it takes. The burn can be a little uneven until the cinder has reached the main shank of the cigar, but from that point it evens out. The ash is firm — with any luck you won’t need to ash this cigar but once, if at all.
Tasting Notes
The Short Story is surprisingly complex for such a small cigar. It opens up with a strong sweet cedar flavor and a touch of mint, the hallmark of Cameroon wrapper. The smoke is medium to full in texture with a spicy tang.
After a few more puffs the flavor gets earthier and there is a touch of black pepper on the tongue. This is a medium bodied cigar in terms of both smoke density and power, but it has a lot of character. The aroma is a bit piney — sweet and spicy.
The finish grows a little bit toward the end, the aroma weakens somewhat, and the flavors muddy slightly. And then it’s done. That’s the only problem with this cigar, it’s over way too soon.
The Cameroon wrapper on this cigar looks a little drab at first, but I’ve noticed that it changes quite a bit once lit, this wrapper must be really sensitive to heat. A minute or two after lighting oils come to the surface and the wrapper shines.
The color is consistent and there is the occasional glue smear. The roll is firm and regular, and the draw is just right. Occasionally a cigar with this type of foot will offer resistance until the burn reaches the main body of the stick, but I haven’t encountered this problem with the Short Story.
The perfecto “nipple” makes this an extremely easy cigar to light. One match is usually all it takes. The burn can be a little uneven until the cinder has reached the main shank of the cigar, but from that point it evens out. The ash is firm — with any luck you won’t need to ash this cigar but once, if at all.
Tasting Notes
The Short Story is surprisingly complex for such a small cigar. It opens up with a strong sweet cedar flavor and a touch of mint, the hallmark of Cameroon wrapper. The smoke is medium to full in texture with a spicy tang.
After a few more puffs the flavor gets earthier and there is a touch of black pepper on the tongue. This is a medium bodied cigar in terms of both smoke density and power, but it has a lot of character. The aroma is a bit piney — sweet and spicy.
The finish grows a little bit toward the end, the aroma weakens somewhat, and the flavors muddy slightly. And then it’s done. That’s the only problem with this cigar, it’s over way too soon.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Knives
So aside from playing video games, working part time, going to school full time, smoking cigars, working on cars, I also like to collect knives.
My latest purchase is a Spyderco Manix 2. It's a bit of a heavy sucker and the stainless steel liners under the G10 handle slabs certainly don't help. It's my second knife with 154cm blade steel, and I'm a big fan. It holds an edge beautifully, but diamond stones are a must if you want to sharpen the edge without taking forever.
My latest purchase is a Spyderco Manix 2. It's a bit of a heavy sucker and the stainless steel liners under the G10 handle slabs certainly don't help. It's my second knife with 154cm blade steel, and I'm a big fan. It holds an edge beautifully, but diamond stones are a must if you want to sharpen the edge without taking forever.
EVE Online
I've been playing this game for the last three years now and I can't seem to get enough. I currently run two accounts, my main is in some 0.0 alliance while my alt is currently running level 4s in Caldari space.
Do any of you play?
If you do, leave your name as a comment.
Do any of you play?
If you do, leave your name as a comment.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
The Quest for 50
C'mon guys, if you visit my blog, click the follow button up there.
I only need 12 more to hit the 50 follower milestone. Help me make my dream a reality!
I only need 12 more to hit the 50 follower milestone. Help me make my dream a reality!
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