Was looking at pipes on Etsy and came across this gem:
http://alturl.com/dywpu
Interesting. Why were you looking at pipes?
I've never actually tried one before, so I thought maybe it was something I'd look into, get a little variety in my smoking experience.
I'm sure Rick and Tony can give you some pointers, so you don't have to stumble in blindly.
I have some tobaccos and a few pipes but don't really know what I'm doing. Haven't actually smoked one in about 5 years.
I'm sure I'll just pick a cheapish pipe and some tobacco I like the smell of and dive right in. Not really a better way to explore than that. Plus, it gives me an excuse to go to a B&M and explore their options. Now would be a good time to be close to a CI store, since the superstore has that whole room with pipe tobacco.
That being said, I welcome some pointers from Rick.