New SNUSer!

[TabakJack]

Hi all, new snus user and first time poster. I might be a bit of an anomaly here, as I didn't start using snus as a "nicotine patch" to quit smoking. I did, however, smoke for some years, but haven't had a cigarette in ages. Smoking was as much habitual for me as it was enjoyable. I mean I really enjoyed my tobacco. Since quitting a couple of years ago, I've wanted to find a way to rekindle my relationship with tobacco but never liked the idea of tobacco stuck to my teeth, so American "dip" was just of no interest to me. I tried nasal snuff, and still use a bit of Poeschl Gletscher Prise from time to time, but it just doesn't always agree with my sinuses. I tried Camel snus (the only thing I had available from local retailers) recently, but found the execution to be poor. Too sugary, artifical tasting and no noticeable nicotine whatsoever. So with a little internet research, I found the wonderful world of real Swedish snus. I ordered a General sample pack, and WOW what a difference. I found the regular portions to be a little strong for me in the nic department, and I'm sure I'll work up to them over time, but I find the General Mini Mint is a great starter for me. Comfortable nic level, and nice minty/salty flavor. I look forward to trying more and more snus varieties! Cheers all!

[texasmade]

Welcome to snuson!!! general mini mint is a good starter snus. if you like minis you can try wise/oomph minis and the catch brand as well

[GoVegan]

Welcome and you find a nice home here if you want to learn more about snus. If you like General OP but want lower nicotine they do make a General OP in a mini form as well. Enjoy the journey!

http://www.getsnus.com/snus/index.as...n=General_Mini

[TabakJack]

Thanks for the welcome! Funny you should recommend those, tex. I was browsing various snus retailers online, and when searching for minis the wise/oomph caught my eye. Now that I have a recommendation for them, they're definitely on my to-try list. Thanks to you too GoVegan, the General OP minis are also on the list now!

[GoVegan]

I would just buy a can of everything until you find a few you really like as your taste will change over time. I used to love General mini mints but got sick of the taste after a while and only use them about once or twice a week now. In my own opinion, a sampler pack is a good way to go and I have seen mini portion sampler packs.

[texasmade]

i agree with Govegan. sampler packs have a good variety and are a good price.

[sagedil]

Welcome to Snuson TabakJack

What others said.

Question, did you ever consider smoking a pipe?? My latest obsession, added that after about a year of snuff use, 3 years of snus use. I too was looking to further explore the joys of tobacco and have fallen head over heels in love with my pipes.

And welcome again.

[TabakJack]

Thanks again for the welcome and the recommendations tex and vegan, I definitely see a sampler in my future.

Welcome to Snuson TabakJack

What others said.

Question, did you ever consider smoking a pipe??
And welcome again.

Thanks for the welcome! Yes, I have definitely thought about a pipe. I love the smell of burning pipe tobacco, and there's a great amount of nostalgia around pipes. I grew up around pipe smokers, and I can see myself investing in one some day. I really like the idea of mixing and creating your own blends, as well.

[sagedil]

Check in the Other tobacco section for a few pipe threads, you will read about my starting there, and why. Plus, everything that helped me along the way....

Or heck, just click here..... :lol:

http://www.snuson.com/viewtopic.php?t=7017


But for all the r3easons you said, and more, I am in love with all of it. Within 4 months, I have collected 15 pipes, 3 meerschaum, 10 briars, and 2 corn cobs. I already have over a year's worth of tobacco put away for aging. Far bigger "obsession" that snus for me now, snus is just predictable. Good predictable, but still predictable.