You should ask him the story. All I know is he got a few packs of beans from the man himself and grew out several phenos of several different TGA strains, none of which he was impressed with. I almost didn't get any of the beans because of this. He did however recommend Vortex and said something to the effect of "It was the only TGA strain that has a spot in my garden, and it barely made the cut." I had been wanting to try TGA gear for some time so needless to say I was a bit disappointed to hear he was unhappy with TGA, especially since I'd heard all positive reviews up 'til that point. I'm the kind of guy that needs to see for myself so I went ahead and purchased a pack after sub himself also recommended Vortex to me. All I can say is I really,
REALLY like Vortex! I totally respect Highlander's opinion though. Not every single strain is for everybody regardless of how potent or dank it may be. I do remember he said he didn't really like the smell or taste of a lot of the TGA strains. It all comes down to personal s a preference.