Quote Originally Posted by Bruck View Post
Actually that's my experience with good VA flakes as well - keeping them intact as possible while stuffing the pipe does bring out the flavor better. But... is challenging to keep lit.
That's been my experience as well with flakes and coins. A gentle fold and stuff provides a much more enjoyable smoke than rubbing it out. Takes a few extra lights but the flavors I get are well worth that minor inconvenience.