[Blaylock]

When I first started with cigars, I smoked flavored ones. When I first started with pipes, I smoked aromatics. I don't think there's anything wrong with that.

I would also suggest to any new pipe smoker getting a cheap "drugstore" blend and smoke it in your pipe until you get used to the mechanics of pipe smoking. I don't think you can really appreciate the flavors of pipe tobacco until you learn how to dry, pack, tamp, and puff properly. Once you're comfortable with all that, then you can focus on the flavors.

I'd buy small quantities (1-2 oz) of bulk tobacco at first. You'll probably find some you like and some you don't. Also remember that aromatics need alot more dry time before smoking.

Hope your "plan" turns out more rewarding for ya!