Yak's 1 Year Pass-a-Lot
Yakster
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I've been thinking of starting a pass with a twist for a bit and noticed I just got my 1 year badge so I figured now's the time. This is to show my appreciation to all the good BoTL and SoTL here that have made this forum my virtual home. My idea is to start out a pass with a twist, we get members to sign up for the pass and once the pass roster has been set I'll do a random draw for the member that gets it last keeps it. Sort of like a progressive bomb but with the normal takes and puts of a pass. Also I don't have to rebuild my mailbox. 
I haven't decided on a box limit, I know that the box for @90+_Irishman's pass got pretty big towards the end, we could cap this at a small or medium FRB (even allowing stuffing 2 small FRBs in a padded flat rate envelope), but I'd like some feedback from the participants on this, since they'll be paying the freight. Too keep this manageable, I'd also like to cap this at a max of 15 - 20 members. I'll collect the addresses of the members on the Pass-a-Lot and set the pass order once the random draw has taken place. Unlike other lotteries, you can't play for someone else, you're taking the hit.
Put in the same number you take and keep the same quality, if you're not sure, post here or send me a message for clarification. Post a picture showing your takes and puts. Keep the pass moving, if you're going to be out of town, let us know and we can see what we can do to re-arrange the order to include you in the pass.
This Pass-a-Lot(tery) will be open to members on the good trader's list. I know that we've got a lot of good CI members join us, my kind of people from what I can tell and, and I'd like to give them the opportunity to participate so I'll accept them into the pass contingent on a newbie trade being completed before the pass starts, if they're not already on the list.
Here's some excerpts from the ETIQUETTE - TRADES, PASSES, BOMBS, ETC. thread that may be helpful:
I haven't decided on a box limit, I know that the box for @90+_Irishman's pass got pretty big towards the end, we could cap this at a small or medium FRB (even allowing stuffing 2 small FRBs in a padded flat rate envelope), but I'd like some feedback from the participants on this, since they'll be paying the freight. Too keep this manageable, I'd also like to cap this at a max of 15 - 20 members. I'll collect the addresses of the members on the Pass-a-Lot and set the pass order once the random draw has taken place. Unlike other lotteries, you can't play for someone else, you're taking the hit.
Put in the same number you take and keep the same quality, if you're not sure, post here or send me a message for clarification. Post a picture showing your takes and puts. Keep the pass moving, if you're going to be out of town, let us know and we can see what we can do to re-arrange the order to include you in the pass.
This Pass-a-Lot(tery) will be open to members on the good trader's list. I know that we've got a lot of good CI members join us, my kind of people from what I can tell and, and I'd like to give them the opportunity to participate so I'll accept them into the pass contingent on a newbie trade being completed before the pass starts, if they're not already on the list.
Here's some excerpts from the ETIQUETTE - TRADES, PASSES, BOMBS, ETC. thread that may be helpful:
Definitions:
Cigar Bombs - An unsolicited gift of cigars (or cigar stuff) sent via the mail from a Sibling of the Leaf.
Trade - Pretty self explanatory but it is where two BOTLs engage in a swap of cigars with details worked out beforehand.
Pass - When a group of cigars are packaged up and sent to another BOTL with the intention that that BOTL will take a predetermined number of cigars out and replace them with cigars of equal value.
PIF - Pay It Forward- A game where you agree to be someone's "mooch" and accept a package of cigars from them. After agreeing to be their mooch you then post asking who wants to be your mooch and you in turn send a package of cigars to this person... If you have any questions about the rules feel free to PM a senior member who will give you the rules and inside scoop.
Some Guidelines:
1. It's the thought that counts. Do not be offended at the contents or value of the contents in a package you receive.
2. Games, PIFs or Bombing someone is not the way to get rid of your Swisher Sweets. Use the Golden Rule. Give unto others what you would hope they would give to you.
4. Acknowledge when you receive a package. The sender loves to see that happy reaction. Be aware that some people may wish that their package's contents remain classified. Ask before posting any details if you think the person may want the contents kept under-wraps.
8. Don't use the N-word (Newbie) to describe people who have just started smoking cigars. We were all there at one point. If you are a member of cigar.com you are a Sibling of the Leaf no matter what your experience level.
9. Send what you can. When participating in a game or when bombing someone send what you can. Be aware of rules, i.e. 3 cigar minimum for the PIF, but feel free to send more. However, don't feel guilty if you can only send 3. Everyone else knows the rules and shouldn't be expecting more than the minimum.
10. Pass Participation. If you agree to participate, follow through! Do not agree to participate in a pass and then when it gets to you bail out for any reason. If you don't like the cigars in the pass, buck up princess, thats how it goes sometimes, find the ones you hate the least or that you could give to someoneone you know will like them. If the cigars are too high end for you collection check with the other members of the pass to see how to go about this. It may have been that someone was trying to be generous and it will be ok if you do the best you can to match. However, pay attention to the value of a pass before you agree to be involved.
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Brett
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Roland
At any given time the urge to sing "In The Jungle" is just a whim away... A whim away... A whim away...
I want in too please.
What you can't forgive......you will become.
I din't read all that stuff you wrote. But I'm IN!
I'm gonna destroy that box
Bwahahahahaha
What you can't forgive......you will become.
I'm waiting on some addresses, I sent out PMs to those that I need addresses from still, then I'll do the lottery, set the pass order, and get this party started.
I'll post a list of the Pass-a-Lot order next and get the pass prepped to be shipped out this week.
At any given time the urge to sing "In The Jungle" is just a whim away... A whim away... A whim away...