How do you keep track of what you have/had?

farinahome

Obviously you can write everything in a notebook or in a simple word document on your computer? Anyone come up with anything more sophisticated?

KCW

There are several Apps for Smart Phones. I use "Rate My Cigar". If guys/gals are doing it on their computers (I used to), a lot use an Excel Spreadsheet.

KingoftheCove

excel - sticks tracked by............
count
date in
alphabetically
location (what humi, and precise location in humi)
comments
ratings

programmed it myself
there are others available (excel) for free on the Net

boydmcgowan

I'm a keep it simple kind of guy and this hobby is all about relaxing for me, so I keep it all in my head.

If I don't remember smoking it, it obviously wasn't that memorable and I don't worry about the details and won't get more of them. If its real bad it might scare off an entire brand, but if its like that I'll probably remember it. If I really enjoy something, I'll get more and I'll remember why i got more of them everytime I see a stack of them in humi. So I just sorta wing it and that works for me.

Now I do keep lists of cigars I want to try on my to try list and I usually plan out my purchases at least 6 months in advance with some new and some old favorites because that keeps me ordering smartly.

DSWarmack

boydmcgowan:

I'm a keep it simple kind of guy and this hobby is all about relaxing for me, so I keep it all in my head.

If I don't remember smoking it, it obviously wasn't that memorable and I don't worry about the details and won't get more of them. If its real bad it might scare off an entire brand, but if its like that I'll probably remember it. If I really enjoy something, I'll get more and I'll remember why i got more of them everytime I see a stack of them in humi. So I just sorta wing it and that works for me.

Now I do keep lists of cigars I want to try on my to try list and I usually plan out my purchases at least 6 months in advance with some new and some old favorites because that keeps me ordering smartly.

you are SMART!

Russ55

boydmcgowan:

I'm a keep it simple kind of guy and this hobby is all about relaxing for me, so I keep it all in my head.

If I don't remember smoking it, it obviously wasn't that memorable and I don't worry about the details and won't get more of them. If its real bad it might scare off an entire brand, but if its like that I'll probably remember it. If I really enjoy something, I'll get more and I'll remember why i got more of them everytime I see a stack of them in humi. So I just sorta wing it and that works for me.

Now I do keep lists of cigars I want to try on my to try list and I usually plan out my purchases at least 6 months in advance with some new and some old favorites because that keeps me ordering smartly.

This is what I do.

beatnic

3 ring binder and a glue stick

kuzi16

steel trap mind...

and my catalog. clearly not every smoke i have had is in there, but a bunch are.

Shaun.Harrison87

I save the bands of each stick I smoke...or at least I try to...memory on how it was and tasted

danielzreyes

beatnic:

3 ring binder and a glue stick

I'd love to see that collection someday

boydmcgowan

beatnic:

3 ring binder and a glue stick

Dude, thats a really good idea.

jgibv

This website, it loads nicely on the iPad screen too. Not so good on the iPhone/mobile browser though.

jlmarta

I use Mobile Stogie Pro on my iPhone. Works pretty darned good. And, for those rare occasions when the stick you're looking for is too new to be included in the database, you can add it yourself.

Works for me!!!

deejmemixx

photographic memory

jlmarta

deejmemixx:

photographic memory

Yeah, riiigghhtt!

Jaydabomb88

Actually just started keeping track myself. I'm using the free app Evernote. It's easy to keep electronic records and pictures. Plus easy to share and auto synchs to all your devices you have it on. Definitely like the bands in a three ring binder though. Might try that.

Salem

beatnic:

3 ring binder and a glue stick

I love that!! Stealing your idea...........:)

SaVas

I have a very good memory. Trying to keep records is too much like work and if I know its a cigar I like, I just keep buying more of them when I get low, so they stay in my rotation.

Krieg

I write down what I smoke and glue the label inside my cigar dossier book. Which if im not mistaken, u can buy here at ccom.

beatnic

Krieg:

I write down what I smoke and glue the label inside my cigar dossier book. Which if im not mistaken, u can buy here at ccom.

OK, yea, thanks. That's my home made "dossier" book. How could I be so uncivilized. LOL

Bucking_W

I have this same method plus it's kinda a hobby keeping the bands. However I put some small notes with the bands to remind me.

ddubridge

Great idea! I just keep the bans in a envlope for now. might have to graduate to the binder.

DSWarmack

beatnic:

Krieg:

I write down what I smoke and glue the label inside my cigar dossier book. Which if im not mistaken, u can buy here at ccom.

OK, yea, thanks. That's my home made "dossier" book. How could I be so uncivilized. LOL

+1 +1 I've done both, along with a digital back up with rate my cigar for android. I like the three ring binder because you can change the page layout if needed. I am actually thinking about using an old franklin covey dayplanner and making a smaller version that is easier to pack.

ejenne87

Shaun.Harrison87:

I save the bands of each stick I smoke...or at least I try to...memory on how it was and tasted

that's what I do. I have a big ol' Nub box filled and I'm starting on my second. if you have a smart phone there are apps for notes and humi numbers and everything you can think of! time for the new Galaxy Note so I can catch back up haha

laker1963

I have a mind like a sprung trap ! LMAO. I always remember a GREAT cigar. I also always remember a TERRIBLE stick. Anything in between I just smoke 'em to various degrees of satisfaction.

RBeckom

I write A short summery of each cigar when I have the time. If I'm pressed for time I record the name and date. So far I have three notebooks full. Electronics would be A better way but I'm old school.

kaspera79

laker1963:

I have a mind like a sprung trap ! LMAO. I always remember a GREAT cigar. I also always remember a TERRIBLE stick. Anything in between I just smoke 'em to various degrees of satisfaction.

This is the way I would describe my smoking experiences too. I keep searching for that WOW cigar.

docbp87

Memory, and occasionally... blog, which I have really been slacking with for the winter. Just too cold to enjoy a cigar.

Bobbo2009

I keep track of everything on an excel spreadsheet. I start with what is in each of my humis, along with: Date I got it, how I got it/paid for it and how many I have. The other sheet is my notes on what I thought of it when I smoked it: Date I smoked it, how I got it/how much I paid for it, date I got it, and what I thought of the stick. I also color code what I have smoked with don't like, like,k great, and I have to buy a box.

I also use the My Cigar Book app so I can keep track of things while I am smoking or on the road.

gmill880

I don't write anything down . That way I can pretend I have never tried anyting and always have an excuse to BUY IT ! The wife can never dispute this as NOTHING is on paper !!! Muwaahahahahaha !!!!!!

edelrionyc

I have a personal Facebook page where I keep a folder named Cigars. I take a pic of whatever new cigar I smoke and upload it to that folder. I then name the pic and give my review. This way it's safe and always accessible and everyone that's a friend on FB can view my suggestions on cigars.