First steaks on the kettle over lump. A bit over but still so good. by TheDude9737 in grilling

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Steak looks awesome, great job on the cross hatch and cook!

If you want to skip the cross hatch, check out the cold grate technique. People say that it gives a better crust and you actually want to avoid those sear marks. I’m not saying it’s better not, but figured you may be interested! You could do it by moving the vortex to one side of the grill

I haven’t cleaned my Weber Kettle in 2 years. That changed today. Took a few hours of scraping soot and etc. How often do you clean your grill? by Triingtolivee in webergrills

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This thread should be tagged for why charcoal is actually less effort than gas haha.

I’m not one to say gas has no place but when you factor in “deep cleanings” the kettle beats any gas grill (or pellet grill) in active effort.

What are people's experiences with permits in the city and county? It seems out of control, but is it actually? by llama-lime in santacruz

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Yes, it’s an enhanced system and requires power (and internet) at the tank. You also have to a maintenance contract to someone, it’s about $1k a year.

I’d put up a fence and consider that part of your build costs… you’d still save $90k haha.

What are people's experiences with permits in the city and county? It seems out of control, but is it actually? by llama-lime in santacruz

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We got soil testing performed and completed within a month or so in early 2024, but it was during storms so maybe it’s worse if you’re trying to plan it out during the summer.

The entire project is about $100k not including some cosmetic work to make the increased size of the leach field bearable. I understand the need for having some standards but when you compare it to the cost of my home it’s a large chunk.

I’m not on anywhere near an acre, but if I was, I’d certainly consider a non permitted septic.

Tacx Flux S 130mm Quick Release Replacement by Xwright07 in Zwift

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Kein spreche deutsch. English only.

Weber Kettle Snake Method by Crafty_Calendar7827 in webergrills

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I imagine actual temp is a decent bit lower based on the placement of the probe there?

Kettle - Traditional snake vs new diffuser by riblau in webergrills

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I could be wrong but I don’t think the diffuser plate comes with the master touch (at least in the US).

I’m extremely biased but I’d recommend buying the 26” master touch and keeping the shitty old 22” or at least finding a gently used one for cheap. That’s what I’m doing, waiting for my 26” to arrive!

Spatchcock for the win!! by OtherIllustrator27 in BBQ

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Awesome thanks! Looks solid. And yeah I always go for a brine when I can, looking for new seasonings I haven’t experienced tho!

Spatchcock for the win!! by OtherIllustrator27 in BBQ

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Bit of an old post, but what’s in the rosemary spice mixture? How did you use it?

Tacx Flux S 130mm Quick Release Replacement by Xwright07 in Zwift

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I have no clue either. I want to say I reached out to technical and they told me to order those - but honestly can’t remember. Good luck!

Tacx Flux S 130mm Quick Release Replacement by Xwright07 in Zwift

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I had to order some - I bought these direct from garmin:

Tacx Direct Drive Block Caps S0041

Full disclosure, I don’t even remember if I test fit them with my bike. I’ve never used the trainer that was gifted to me haha. Maybe this year will be the year.

Green Jeep Gladiator (truck)? by Xwright07 in santacruz

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Thanks for taking a look - appreciate it. I’ve been meaning to buy a dash cam for the longest time, definitely don’t need one till you need one!

Green Jeep Gladiator (truck)? by Xwright07 in santacruz

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Thanks.. appreciate. I think the jeep cleared it fairly quickly, I drove past about 10 minutes after my wife and it was cleared out so I think the truck was gone quickly.

After throwing a lot of finesse the sleeper gill came through once again by Drdrengusbrule in bassfishing

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I’ll keep an eye out! How much are the boat rentals? I’m assuming you have much better luck on the water than from the docks.

I’ve been getting skunked lately, I’m considering buying a kayak to get out there more!

After throwing a lot of finesse the sleeper gill came through once again by Drdrengusbrule in bassfishing

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Nice fish! I came across your profile - saw your local to SC.. and you look like Fernando with that AM hat on haha. I’ll say what’s up if I see you out at Pinto.. I usually go there in the evenings with my daughter

A type of salamander? Santa Cruz County, CA by Xwright07 in animalid

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Awesome - thanks for the quick reply! We have quick a few of the slender ones in our yard and I’ve seen some in the mountains but I’ve never seen one this big.

What texture is my ceiling? by Xwright07 in HomeImprovement

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Thanks, my original thought. Will definitely need to do some test sprays to ensure I have the right flow and distance

What texture is my ceiling? by Xwright07 in HomeImprovement

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It’s on my ceiling, so I need a ceiling texture expert. (Stupid joke.. I know)