A Big Thanks to Premal

[taharris]

I just got back from the Mid-West Meet Up.

Thank you Premal for being a fantastic host and an all around great guy.

Between Tyler, Premal, Bill and all of the other great pipe makers there I learned more about pipe making in one day than I would in a year of working on my own.

I feel like I just had a graduate level course in pipe making.

I can't wait for next year!

Todd

[Alden]

Premal is the Godfodder of Pipesmaking.

[BigCasino]

Agreed Todd, thanks for hosting and thanks for the invitation Premmal, and thanks to Bill, Tyler, Nate, and everyone else who was so helpful this weekend, and it was awesome to meet everyone and goof off for a while

[Jthompson1995]

I'll add my thanks too. Premal, you are a very gracious host.

Also, many thanks to all the pipe makers who were so willing to share their advice and knowledge.

[Joe Hinkle Pipes]

Ill add A huge thank you to Premal, along with Nate, Tyler,Todd, Jesse, David, Wayne, Bill, and everyone that gave us such A warm welcome. I have fairly high social anxiety levels, and when A guy like David or Nate or Premal pats you on the shoulder and says welcome it helps you forget those problems for a little while. I cant thank you guys enough for that. so if you guys see A weird guy standing alone in the corner, he isnt being antisocial, he is trying not to yak on anyone's shoes. So thank you guys for the warm welcome and I hope to see you all at future shows.

[Ocelot55]

I must add my most humble gratitude to Premal, Steve Norse, and Drew Estate Sam for all the generosity.

Most fun I've had in a while. Thanks to all.

[wdteipen]

I can relate, Joe. I have a lot of social anxieties too. These guys really know how to make you feel at ease. It was really great to meet everyone in person. What a great opportunity for all of us to get together and share our ideas and techniques so freely. Premal is the man. Thanks Premal for being such generous host and putting this invaluable event together and thanks to all the experienced guys for taking the time to teach. What a great experience!

[wdteipen]

And special thanks to Steve Norse and Sam from Drew Estates for their donations.

[Joe Hinkle Pipes]

I forgot sam and steve, thanks guys! Also thanks for letting David Huber and Scott Klein in the door even though they didnt meet the requirements for facial hair or tattoos.

[Ocelot55]

I forgot sam and steve, thanks guys! Also thanks for letting David Huber and Scott Klein in the door even though they didnt meet the requirements for facial hair or tattoos.

Hold on now Joe, I'm pretty sure David has a tramp stamp that reads "Man Up." Just cause you can't see 'em doesn't mean they aren't there.

[scotties22]

That's right. I hide mine.......tattoos and facial hair

[LatakiaLover]

Premal's generosity and hospitality are absolutely astounding, both spiritually and financially. You had to have been there. The PipeWorld has rarely---if ever---had a classier act.

Buy stuff from him, people. Volunteer for his projects. Anything. Everything. Support Smokers Haven any way you can. Guys like Premal are our hobby's future.

[Tyler]

Premal is the man.

Thanks Premal, you were an amazing host and wonderful company.

[d.huber]

I forgot sam and steve, thanks guys! Also thanks for letting David Huber and Scott Klein in the door even though they didnt meet the requirements for facial hair or tattoos.

But... I have facial hair! >. <

And I've got tattoos in places you don't wanna see.

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[d.huber]

And a huge thank you to Premal and everyone who helped make this get together a reality. I had a fantastic time and really look forward to next year!

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[Alden]

Premal's generosity and hospitality are absolutely astounding, both spiritually and financially. The PipeWorld has rarely---if ever---had a classier act.

I couldn't have said it better.

[Joe Hinkle Pipes]

I forgot sam and steve, thanks guys! Also thanks for letting David Huber and Scott Klein in the door even though they didnt meet the requirements for facial hair or tattoos.

Hold on now Joe, I'm pretty sure David has a tramp stamp that reads "Man Up." Just cause you can't see 'em doesn't mean they aren't there.

This is disturbing.


George, I couldnt have said it better. In fact I tried to tell him before i left and fell vastly short.

[LittleBill]

I just rolled in the door after completing all my side trips. This was a great time! Thanks Premal, for putting it together and hosting it. Thanks to all of you who attended and took the time to answer my many questions. Thanks go to Bill for his help in the shop, and leave us not forget Steve of Vermont Freehand or Sam of Drew Estate for their contributions. Thank you, men!

All in all it was a great trip, and well worth the time and expense. I learned a whole BUNCH of stuff that I cannot wait to put into play in the shop.

[mredmond]

It was a great event. The generosity of money, time, knowledge, space, etc from a lot of people (Premal, most of all) made this a great event. I learned a lot from a lot of people and really enjoyed seeing old friends and making new ones. It's kind of crazy just how much fun, helpful info, and encouragement was packed into a relatively short amount of time.

[PremalChheda]

You are welcome my friends!

Just want to give a BIG Thank you to all!

Bill Shalosky - The Dude Abides
Tim West - Mentoring so many pipe makers
Chuck Sands - Participation and being such a cool dude at the event.
David Huber - Coming through when needed and making some awesome Trophies that I still need to distribute
Nate King The Dudette Abides - Getting us all together and making it fun
Micah Redmond - Thanks for the awesome time on Sunday night and helping out - Traveling so far to participate.
George Dibos - Our invaluable Contest Judge and providing critical critique for all of us - Traveling so far to participate.
Bill Grumbine - Traveling so far to participate and THANK you for the awesome flake bowl. Bringing an enthusiastic and positive vibe.
Todd Harris - Showing professionalism with all these kids (including me) - I love the HF apron!
Drew Estate Sam - Doood! Thank you so much! This event would not have been so cool without you.
Jesse Jones - Providing an example of proper Mustachioness - Traveling so far to participate.
Jason Thompson - MAPLE SYRUP! Traveling so far to participate. Thank you for making a PT run when we needed it.
Abe Herbaugh - Farm Fresh Eggs! Being a solid example for us and assisting in the instruction.
Michael Eady - Participation and being such a good friend.
Harry Crisman - Participation in the event and not killing George.
Wayne Teipen - Making the sacrifice from work to be here for the events and helping out.
Quinton Wells Travling so far and lending your expertise to all of us. Quinton is responsible for the VFD and 3 phase motor we all cherish.
Thomas James - Providing a solid example for all of us and helping out with the event.
Grant Batson - Mentoring so many of us for business and crafting and really showing us how ITS DONE!
Chris Merkle - Thanks for the Utensils in a hurry, and what you have done for our beloved profession and hobby.
Steve Morrisette - I can't thank you enough for the great example you have shown me and the work that you have not done yet to publicize this event.
Joe Hinkle - Making the trip in short notice and allowing me to give you some guidance.
Justin Kelemeyer - Participation in the event and being so enthusiastic and friendly to me.
Nick Caudill (Splitbeard Pipes) - Participation in the event and future plans.
Tyler - The Tall Dude Abides - Man, thank you so much for taking charge in the workshop and opening my eyes to things.
Scott Klein - Wow dude!, I am just so grateful that you came on such short notice and became a mentor to many of us.

Dave Galehouse- Participation in the event and making the effort to come hang with us on such short notice.

My Staff - They were AWESOME!

Thank you to all the Customers that could make it out!

Thank you to Benjamin & Tony for taking the time to judge the contest!

Thank you to our Resident Lounger Doug for keeping the coffee topped off!

And thank you all for supporting Smokers' Haven. The Saturday event went much better than expected both financially and emotionally.

And thank you to anyone I missed!