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Na JK I hate Chicago its a cest pool for trash and corruption.

Im from the northwest suburbs. My friend who is a cigar guru has regularly talked cigars with me and been very generous in sharing pieces of his collection for me to try and enjoy for a while now. After trying one he said was perfect for what I wanted I decided to take the step and make my first real purchase to get off his teet and on my own two feet. I went ahead and purcahse two boxes of the cigar he swore I would love which was the Macanudo Hyde Parks. I know you all probably scoff at the guys who are simple minded (or tasted?) newbs and go for the sweet flavor but it is what it is. Im sure in time as I get in the swing of things I will branch out and start maturing my taste buds, but this will suffice for the time being.

Outside of the cigar circle I am quite the outdoor enthusiast. I have fished ever since I was a child with my old man and it has been a great staple in an admittedly rocky relationship. I am also a bit of a gun nut. Unfortunately my shooting does not reflect the monetary investment but I strive to improve each time I go out, bearing in mind it should be fun as well. What more....... I really enjoy just being outside in general. I had the pleasure of growing up next to a marsh with a creek just feet from my house. This was a huge factor in shaping my appreciation and love for the outdoors, and I still enjoy just taking a stroll through the marsh paths 20 and some odd years later. I feel that cigar smoking will definitely find a place in that aspect of my life.

Other things about me. I am 22. I am Christian. I am a mechanic and work for my father near Chicago. I have some college under my belt but at this point I am not sure where my path in life is. I enjoy hitting the gym and throwing weights around, however my body has become chewed up between over exerting myself and various injuries both in and out of the gym.

That about sums me up. I apologize for the short novel but if youre on a web forum I suppose youre bored enough to be reading it and im bored enough to be writing it. Such is life. Thank you for reading and cheers
 
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Craig Mac

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Welcome aboard, I think you'll find we all have a passion for cigars here(among other things), and very much a "smoke what YOU like" attitude.
 

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Welcome! I'm also from Chicago... which cigar shop in the area do you frequent?
 

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Hi Turbo!

:welcome: from Mnnesota :waving:

Good to have you here!

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Welcome from Oswego, IL. My very first cigar was a Mac Hyde Park. Your taste will develop and evolve over time.
 
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Welcome! I'm also from Chicago... which cigar shop in the area do you frequent?
As I am new I do not frequent any to be honest. The one I have been to most would Jorgios Cigars in Wheaton at the intersection of county farm + roosevelt. The selection seems pretty good, the people and atmosphere is nice, and most importantly the owner was a really nice guy. Ive been in many a hobbies in my life and I can tell you right now whether its a cigar shop, hobby shop, or a gun shop if youre arrogant I am not giving you my business.

Thank you all for your welcomes. Nice little community here
 

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welcome from the bluegrass state, and good to have you on board!

as for the mac's: quick show of hands, who started with macanudo? i did! it's like sam adams, it's consistent, practically everywhere, and a great place to start. or wind up, if it makes you happy. o)
 
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