I think the giveaways are great for new people just starting out and people like me who are always interested in trying something new but I can see what you mean. I think I got one last year and most of the stuff that came is still stuffed in some random box in the basement and I couldn't begin to guess where so I guess I see your point.

I'm not buying anything this year, we're trying to easy up on the spending (or so I'm told) but I was looking at a few pipes they have and if I had it to spend I'd definitely be scooping up. As for tobacco, about the only thing I've been wanting to pick up is some tins of FVF to cellar and they always seem to be out so guess I'll pass on the deals this year.