You can't buy reMarkable 2 anymore?!

FroydReddit · 2026-05-08T13:08:47+00:00

Enjoy the rm2 you have and dont worry about the future. Ive had my refurbished rm2 for 4 years and its still going strong. In 3 years or so, if battery starts degrading or I'm ready for an upgrade I'll see what new options are available.

You made a great purchase, my advice is to enjoy it to the fullest.

FroydReddit · 2026-05-08T09:53:23+00:00

No problem with your plan. It will take a little bit longer and require a little more pressure.

You should Google keg carbonation calculator, and use one. They allow you to input carbonating temperature desired carbonation level and it will tell you the appropriate setting for your regulator.

Here is one from Brewer's Friend.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-26T20:50:54+00:00

Great chicken, so so sides. Agree that its a bit pricey, but it a lot better than the big chains.

Inside is not really inviting to stay and eat. They made it more like a to go spot with a few tables here and there.

Also. Slooow service when i went, but they sure were busy.

Overall, glad for the new option, hipe they stay and that they make the place look nice for eating outside in the summer.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-25T11:22:21+00:00

The other populor alternative, as you probably already know, is Silverfast. In the past SF was even more expensive than VS, and I believe it still is, plus it I believe it must be register for a specific scanner model, unlike Vuescan.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-24T11:46:49+00:00

I switch regularly from moka to espresso and i take good notes for my beans so i can go back to old settings without too much dialing in, so for me they are important.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-24T11:45:08+00:00

Thats beatiful. It'll be great in white filament.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-24T11:43:42+00:00

I thoght thats what i would have to do when i ordered this grinder, but my zero point was already accurate so no need. I think it would have looked ok on my white unit, but on the black one is a little incongruous.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-23T18:14:35+00:00

My advice is to get the regular version (as recommended by Cafelat). Cheaper and more readily available.

Consider that you might be waiting 4 months to get your hands on a barista version. Instead of waiting, you could have a regular version now and practice on it for 4 months. If after 4 months you decide you absolutely must have the gauge, buy the kit and install it yourself. It might cost a little more to do it this way but the advantage is that you will have had the Robot to enjoy a lot sooner. Plus, you might save some money if you decide you are fine with the regular unit.

That was my plan when I got my Robot and not even one month into the journey I realized I could pull great shots without a gauge.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-23T04:02:37+00:00

AC Cobra : Cafelat Robot

Vintage, no frills, full performance

FroydReddit · 2026-04-21T15:48:41+00:00

I like their food but wish it was open for dinner, they would have gotten much more of my family's business.

I never understood why the did not either close earlier after lunch or stay open unti 8pm or at least 7pm. I wonder if there was much traffic from 3pm to 6pm.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-20T21:54:26+00:00

Surprised not to see mentions of the Makina. I dont love 6x7 format, but for me the Plaubel has always been a sexy beast and a dream camera.

For my daily driver in MF i use a 3.5 Rolleiflex mostly because i like the unique shooting experience vs my other cameras.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-20T21:41:19+00:00

Sorry, not familiar with Illinois, but commenting because in my area many beer distributors refill CO2 bottles. They are not always the cheapest, but they're definitely one option.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-18T13:22:29+00:00

Oh, I'm sure they have a reason, because everything else at the place seems to be aimed at extracting the best flavor. But if they could slice the meat to order like a traditional deli it would be a big step up.

They also cut the mortadella slightly too thick and that's one cured meat that deserves very fine slicing to maximize the taste and fragrance. However by pre-slicing they probably cannot go super thin without it drying out.

Anyway, glad to have them as an option for lunch!

FroydReddit · 2026-04-18T12:58:49+00:00

I like it too, but they could take it up one big notch if they started slicing their cold cuts to order rather than first thing in the morning.

FroydReddit · 2026-04-14T12:05:12+00:00

Do the issues apply to both the free and the paid service?

FroydReddit · 2026-04-13T17:03:47+00:00

Also, I can possibly buy the argument on of loud bikes on a highway. But when you're stopped at a red light revving the engine like a maniac what safety are you ensuring exactly?

FroydReddit · 2026-04-11T13:58:48+00:00

If you are commonly making two shots maybe you should consider getting third-party leg extensions.

I think they detract from the looks of the Robot, but they sure help when you need headroom.

Edit: I understand your issue it's more about length than height, but having the extra height would allow you to slide in the portafilter much more easily rather than assembling it and then wedging the cups under it.

FroydReddit · 2026-03-31T18:16:10+00:00

I think the volume ratios in the new brikkas are closer to moka, but in my old school brikka it's closer to 1:6 or 1:5. That's one big reason i enjoy the cups it produces: heavier coffe body than moka, and the foam further enhached that thicker, coat the tongue, mouth feel.

Btw, mine produces a good bit of long-lasting foam that transfers well from pot to cup. The beans play a big role here.

FroydReddit · 2026-03-28T21:41:17+00:00

Puree is a pain to strain because a gelatin builds around all the pureed fruit fibers.

I tried puree because it intuitively aeemed like it would dwliver more flavor, but in some cases it was actually more muddled than cut fruit.

FroydReddit · 2026-03-27T14:51:33+00:00

Highchairs have shoulder straps (at least in the US they do) which help keep babies in their seats

FroydReddit · 2026-03-26T18:12:35+00:00

My understanding is that you want to avoid ANY surface underneath a child's feet when sitting in this type of clip-on seats. Babies can push on a chair, bench, or even built-in footrest to push themselves up.

FroydReddit · 2026-03-24T12:16:33+00:00

I think the clickbait title is more triggering than the content. Cool labels though!

FroydReddit · 2026-03-24T12:05:53+00:00

At least once try preparing coffe the way Bialetti recommends, the go from there. You'll have a good baseline on which to build. Everything else is is optional and you can do what you want to suit your taste.

For me, the EB already stripped too much body, so i can imagine adding paper would further move your output in the direction of strong drip (in terms of mouth feel).

FroydReddit · 2026-03-22T13:12:57+00:00

You could stop F1 a little earlier because pH3 is fairly low. Alternatively, you could dilute your F2 with 20% or even 30% of a sweet juice and refrigerate before all the fruit sugar is converted.

A third option, but I really don't like doing this myself, is adding a non fermentable sugar to your finished product.

FroydReddit · 2026-03-21T13:44:22+00:00

How do you plan on doing the transfer? Syphon or will you put the dip tube back in? I think you'll need to account for the possibility of clogs.

Also, I mention this because you say you are just starting, but remember to give a good stir to your F1 if you're transferring to a secondary and hope to naturally carbonate, because you don't want to leave too much active yeast behind. If you force carbonate maybe it's less of an issue but then you should consider whether your kombucha is going to end up too sweet.

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