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Advaita · 07-04-2009, 07:49 AM

I am eight days without a cigarette, after 29 years of smoking, and am using only snus.

I cut down for a couple of weeks with an e-cig, but decided it wasn't for me. So I briefly went back to normal smoking, then turned to snus and Stonewall dissovables.

At first I only had the dissovables and American Camel Snus, neither of which seem to satisfy my nicotine needs, but I got some stronger snus and now am fairly comfortable as far as nicotine goes.

Basically, I think snus are a good way to quit smoking.

TropicalBob · 07-04-2009, 02:29 PM

Advaita: Since this forum is for e-cig users, you'll find a bunch of great snus-minded folks at snuson.com. Join that group, too. I'm there several times a week, since I use snus all day, in addition to e-cigs, etc. There are fewer fistfights over there than on this forum! A few, but not many. Do read the Health section there.

WerkIt · 07-04-2009, 04:22 PM

I think the reason it is so easy to quit cigs with snus is because snus delivers the nicotine Michael Jackson style - straight to the veins, much like an nicotine IV drip. I received some REALLY GOOD baccys in the mail this week via trade. I smoked Mon-Wed of this week, I think it was. Having run out of tubes to inject the baccy, I had one last stick which I smoked yesterday morning. (It was 2/3 British Virginia & 1/3 double toasted burley, so was SCRUMPTIOUS!) After that, I was right back on the snus. For me, the cigs and snus are interchangeable as far as addictions, except the nic delivery of the snus is FAR superior.

Advaita · 07-05-2009, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by TropicalBob

Advaita: Since this forum is for e-cig users, you'll find a bunch of great snus-minded folks at snuson.com. Join that group, too. I'm there several times a week, since I use snus all day, in addition to e-cigs, etc. There are fewer fistfights over there than on this forum! A few, but not many. Do read the Health section there.

Thanks TropicalBob, I've actually been reading that forum, just haven't got around to joining it yet. Seems a little advanced for this newbie, lol. I've read, enjoyed, and learnded from many of your posts both here and there. Haven't read much of the health section, but I'll check it out.

It was actually one your posts that got me to try the Stonewalls. I really like the Javas, but they don't seem to do anything for me nicotine-wise. Maybe they will once I get further away from the cigs. I'd actually prefer to use them over Snus, but right now nic relief is paramount.

Dirty Dog · 07-08-2009, 08:32 PM

Hi all!
I am now 11 days, analog free. Woot!
I have to thank Camel and their disgusting SNUS for making me curious enough to find this site. I used the Camel product until my DSE901 arrived a couple days ago. I also have a snus order from Northerner due any day now. I intend to use snus as a backup in case something goes wrong with my e-cig or if I just dont feel like vaping.
I really think this is the last time I am quitting, with so many weapons at our disposal, there is no excuse to crawl back to the filthy butts.

Good luck guys and gals.

Advaita · 07-09-2009, 07:35 AM

Congrats Dirty Dog! I'm on day 13 myself. I agree, the camel snus are pretty damn bad.

bdrevolution · 07-27-2009, 01:32 AM

i quit smoking on july 5th and must say it wasnt bad the 1st day. I wanted to smoke but was pretty comfortable bc i was using some nic gum. i decided to buy some snus bc the gum tastes like crap and to my surprise, never using smokeless tobacco of any kind, found it damn good and cheap. I still using snus for the real bad cravings and on average use 3-4 a day. I like the 'mellow' flavor more than 'frost' but the 'frost' isnt too bad. I never liked menthol cigs and thats what it reminds me of. I would recommend snus to anyone trying to quit smoking. Not only do i find it a healthier alternative but also way cheaper. It's ab $4.50 in NY for 15 pouches and some places have trial sizes 12 pouches for $3. Not too bad considering a pack of smokes averages $7-$9.

hermex · 11-18-2009, 07:15 AM

I ordered a bunch of Swedish snus in all flavors and varieties. The purified snus are indeed the quickest nicotine hit, despite being dry and flavorless. Also, the makers claim they are free of nitrosamines and therefore even safer than normal snus which have much less of the cancer-causing chemicals than cigarettes. It seems at least as safe as that nasty, expensive gum.

Anyhow, I have successfully (so far) distracted myself from smoking with snus. I still want to smoke sometimes, but I can limp through it. It's great not to stink like smoke, and yet not have to deny myself the occasional nicotine buzz. My lungs are happy with the arrangement too.

Brewster 59 · 11-18-2009, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by bdrevolution

i quit smoking on july 5th and must say it wasnt bad the 1st day. I wanted to smoke but was pretty comfortable bc i was using some nic gum. i decided to buy some snus bc the gum tastes like crap and to my surprise, never using smokeless tobacco of any kind, found it damn good and cheap. I still using snus for the real bad cravings and on average use 3-4 a day. I like the 'mellow' flavor more than 'frost' but the 'frost' isnt too bad. I never liked menthol cigs and thats what it reminds me of. I would recommend snus to anyone trying to quit smoking. Not only do i find it a healthier alternative but also way cheaper. It's ab $4.50 in NY for 15 pouches and some places have trial sizes 12 pouches for $3. Not too bad considering a pack of smokes averages $7-$9.

www.getsnus.com cheaper and better than Camel myfav is Ettan original

Mordred · 11-18-2009, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by hermex

Anyhow, I have successfully (so far) distracted myself from smoking with snus. I still want to smoke sometimes, but I can limp through it. It's great not to stink like smoke, and yet not have to deny myself the occasional nicotine buzz. My lungs are happy with the arrangement too.

I had that too the first couple of days, it was like "I want a cigarette, let's have some snus", but now it's just "I want some snus". Seriously, the desire for cigarettes is almost completely gone. And for those moments when I really want to blow some smoke rings, I still got my e-cig and plenty of funky flavors with that. Only wish I had a bigger lip, since normal portions are still a bit uncomfortable... ah well.

Edit: May I recommend www.buysnus.com ? At least for me in Europe, it takes 2 days for the package to get here and I find their prices and selection quite reasonable.

11-18-2009, 07:15 AM	#18
hermex Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 1	purified snus I ordered a bunch of Swedish snus in all flavors and varieties. The purified snus are indeed the quickest nicotine hit, despite being dry and flavorless. Also, the makers claim they are free of nitrosamines and therefore even safer than normal snus which have much less of the cancer-causing chemicals than cigarettes. It seems at least as safe as that nasty, expensive gum. Anyhow, I have successfully (so far) distracted myself from smoking with snus. I still want to smoke sometimes, but I can limp through it. It's great not to stink like smoke, and yet not have to deny myself the occasional nicotine buzz. My lungs are happy with the arrangement too.

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07-04-2009, 07:49 AM	#11
Advaita Full Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 10	I am eight days without a cigarette, after 29 years of smoking, and am using only snus. I cut down for a couple of weeks with an e-cig, but decided it wasn't for me. So I briefly went back to normal smoking, then turned to snus and Stonewall dissovables. At first I only had the dissovables and American Camel Snus, neither of which seem to satisfy my nicotine needs, but I got some stronger snus and now am fairly comfortable as far as nicotine goes. Basically, I think snus are a good way to quit smoking.

07-04-2009, 02:29 PM	#12
TropicalBob ECF Veteran Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Port Charlotte, FL USA Posts: 5,076	Advaita: Since this forum is for e-cig users, you'll find a bunch of great snus-minded folks at snuson.com. Join that group, too. I'm there several times a week, since I use snus all day, in addition to e-cigs, etc. There are fewer fistfights over there than on this forum! A few, but not many. Do read the Health section there.

07-04-2009, 04:22 PM	#13
WerkIt Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 225	I think the reason it is so easy to quit cigs with snus is because snus delivers the nicotine Michael Jackson style - straight to the veins, much like an nicotine IV drip. I received some REALLY GOOD baccys in the mail this week via trade. I smoked Mon-Wed of this week, I think it was. Having run out of tubes to inject the baccy, I had one last stick which I smoked yesterday morning. (It was 2/3 British Virginia & 1/3 double toasted burley, so was SCRUMPTIOUS!) After that, I was right back on the snus. For me, the cigs and snus are interchangeable as far as addictions, except the nic delivery of the snus is FAR superior.

07-08-2009, 08:32 PM	#15
Dirty Dog Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 5	Hi all! I am now 11 days, analog free. Woot! I have to thank Camel and their disgusting SNUS for making me curious enough to find this site. I used the Camel product until my DSE901 arrived a couple days ago. I also have a snus order from Northerner due any day now. I intend to use snus as a backup in case something goes wrong with my e-cig or if I just dont feel like vaping. I really think this is the last time I am quitting, with so many weapons at our disposal, there is no excuse to crawl back to the filthy butts. Good luck guys and gals.

07-09-2009, 07:35 AM	#16
Advaita Full Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 10	Congrats Dirty Dog! I'm on day 13 myself. I agree, the camel snus are pretty damn bad.

07-27-2009, 01:32 AM	#17
bdrevolution Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 7	i quit smoking on july 5th and must say it wasnt bad the 1st day. I wanted to smoke but was pretty comfortable bc i was using some nic gum. i decided to buy some snus bc the gum tastes like crap and to my surprise, never using smokeless tobacco of any kind, found it damn good and cheap. I still using snus for the real bad cravings and on average use 3-4 a day. I like the 'mellow' flavor more than 'frost' but the 'frost' isnt too bad. I never liked menthol cigs and thats what it reminds me of. I would recommend snus to anyone trying to quit smoking. Not only do i find it a healthier alternative but also way cheaper. It's ab $4.50 in NY for 15 pouches and some places have trial sizes 12 pouches for $3. Not too bad considering a pack of smokes averages $7-$9.