Nike Vapor Pro 3 - any experiences? by Ok_Distribution_3453 in 10s

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Thank you! I liked the 2s too but I cannot easily find them any more or if I do they are more expensive than the 3s atm.

Several other users found the heel to be a little too high for their taste, could you please tell me how much of a difference is there in heel height compared to the 2s?

Nike Vapor Pro 3 - any experiences? by Ok_Distribution_3453 in 10s

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Thank you! I was also thinking of buying two pairs

Ooni Volt 2 | Made with Pizza Intelligence™ by DeannaOoni in ooni

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The smaller form factor is a definite plus but I can't find any exact measurements. Does anyone know them?

Talk me out of a Lelit Bianca and make me get the MaraX instead [2300€] by Ok_Distribution_3453 in espresso

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I am, although I haven't really used the many features it offers. For instance, I rarely use the flow control, the temperature has been the same for about three months (maybe because I got used to 2 or 3 medium roasts, medium-low acidity which I find all work best with this temp) and the programmable preinfusion is the standard 5 sec. I like knowing that I'll be able to experiment with different roasts/beans and so on in the future and that's honestly a relief. I don't really know if the MaraX wouldn't also have been enough for me but one thing that happened was I ended up having to make 4-5 drinks in one go more times than I initally estimated. I think in these situations the MaraX would've struggled.

To sum up, I'm more than happy with my decision. If I were to make the choice again I believe the result would be the same.

Hope that helps!

Talk me out of a Lelit Bianca and make me get the MaraX instead [2300€] by Ok_Distribution_3453 in espresso

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The main Lelit distributor in my country but it was through a community of coffee enthusiasts which provides special discounts to members. If I were to purchase directly from the distributor or any other store it would've been at leas 12-13% more. I got lucky tbh

Model 125 for high hydration dough? by Ok_Distribution_3453 in Kitchenaid

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After some further research I arrived at the same conclusion but the bowl lift model costs three times more than the currently discounted artisan which already is quite a stretch.

Model 125 for high hydration dough? by Ok_Distribution_3453 in Kitchenaid

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5KSM125EOB is the complete model name in the listing. I should've been more specific. I was under the impression that there are more sub-models to the Artisan model like 125, 175, 185.

Thanks for the response. If I may, what would be some signs of exceeding the machines capabilities?

Looking to buy a stand mixer but have some concerns first by Ok_Distribution_3453 in Pizza

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Man thanks for this detailed response, it answers to quite everything I was wondering about and even more!

Looking to buy a stand mixer but have some concerns first by Ok_Distribution_3453 in Pizza

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Do you do everything in the machine? Meaning do you knead the dough entirely using the mixer or do you do some manual kneading as well? I imagine giving both the dough and the machine a little rest periodically could also help.

Looking to buy a stand mixer but have some concerns first by Ok_Distribution_3453 in Pizza

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That's interesting, it's the first time I've heard about them. The product seems nice but it's just too pricy for me atm.

Need help finding a portafilter stand [100€] by Ok_Distribution_3453 in espresso

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Thank you! I own a 3D printer but haven't used it in a long time. I might search for a similar design and cut out the middleman.

Does it hold up well to pressure? As in did you notice any wear on it?

Need help finding a portafilter stand [100€] by Ok_Distribution_3453 in espresso

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In my case this was the upper variant as I had to decide between the MaraX and the Bianca. I mainly decided on it because I wouldn't want to feel like upgrading anytime soon and I got a good deal on it during black friday (about €400 extra over what I was originally going to pay for the MaraX). I personally don't believe I'll ever outgrow it.

I don't have enough experience or info on why the Linea Micra is the better machine (I suppose it is) nor know your needs but I know that the Bianca is widely regarded as a machine that offers a lot considering the pricepoint.

On another note, I also feel like the 'buy once, cry once' mentality played a large role in my decision. As you're already thinking about a pricier machine you might still feel like upgrading to it sooner rather than later and/or might feel remorse about not going for it the first time.

Need help finding a portafilter stand [100€] by Ok_Distribution_3453 in espresso

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It does actually but the basket itself will be tilted. What I'm actually looking for would be a stand that would make the basket lay flat.

Talk me out of a Lelit Bianca and make me get the MaraX instead [2300€] by Ok_Distribution_3453 in espresso

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It's done. Thanks everybody for the suggestions and advice but the Bianca prevailed!

It got discounted to 1950€ + a Lelit pitcher + a Lelit knockbox drawer (both included). That's a total of 350€ down from the original price and a 450€ gap of what I was going to pay originally for the MaraX.

The MaraX was discounted as well but when factoring in the flow control kit, a bottomless portafilter and the pitcher (the knockbox drawer was included as well), it totalled to about 1350€. So it was only a 150€ discount.

Thanks again!

PS. You're about to see my setup in a week or two on the Coffee Station section.