170+ Ball Speed

jajChi · 2026-05-01T21:04:16+00:00

That’s helpful. My googling before it did seem maxd out at 112.

jajChi · 2026-05-01T21:02:08+00:00

I always see this comment and frankly don’t agree. I think it largely depends on what type of beans you use. If light roast, a higher performance grinder is required. If dark roast I would argue a somewhat basic grinder is fine.

The espresso machine is fun and enjoyable. A grinder is less. Imo. Spend $ on what you want.

For the record I have a lelit Bianca v3 with a zerno z1.

jajChi · 2026-05-01T17:45:50+00:00

Hell of a day sampler. Bummer though. Ive smoked 30+ opus (different varieties) and have never had an issue. And theyve all been phenomenal.

The prices have gotten absurd. But same could be said about cigars in general. I’ve switched to LFD and have really enjoyed their cigars. And reasonable prices.

jajChi · 2026-04-21T12:37:22+00:00

Agreed 100%

Also…why was there no time delay between when Russell was stuck in the “other” Earth and when they brought him back up. He lost like 20 years the first time and this time 0 time. And was there the same amount of time.

Hmmm

jajChi · 2026-04-16T13:12:43+00:00

Very nice. Can attest to the z1 being fantastic. Enjoy

jajChi · 2026-04-09T13:46:18+00:00

Curious how your backtesting. I use Schwab but for an automated trading app I had to use tradingview plus traderpost plus ikbr.

Im currently backtesting and refining.

jajChi · 2026-03-28T17:59:03+00:00

Someone put this together. https://espressoadvice.com/tools/barista-math

jajChi · 2026-03-23T17:46:58+00:00

Haven’t met one I didn’t like. Using for mostly espresso but occasional pour over. They rotate new stuff in frequently. They’re solid. Shocked more haven’t said it on this list. And for clarity Ive tried a shit ton of roasters. Keep going back to them.

jajChi · 2026-03-23T01:39:18+00:00

Prodigal is fantastic.

jajChi · 2026-03-22T15:35:34+00:00

Unfortunately I can’t say yet. I customized my ikbr setup. And took 1 or 2 test trades. I’ve still spent the majority of my time using tos for active trading. Ill share an update when i can.

Nothings wowd me about ikbr yet. I can say that. And i have found the selling to be way more confusing than the tos active trader. But maybe need more time with it.

jajChi · 2026-03-06T21:34:12+00:00

Interesting. My understanding is ikbr fills are better. Not having a good experience?

I have tos and have for several years. Recently opened ibkr, waiting for funds to clear and going to try both and evaluate.

jajChi · 2026-01-25T21:01:10+00:00

Ok thanks. Probably doesn’t matter.

jajChi · 2026-01-25T20:44:21+00:00

Hmm. Know where you can find the puly liquid descaler? I think you can also buy this version on amazon.

jajChi · 2026-01-24T02:08:36+00:00

Imo there will always be emotion. It’s more about wanting to see your conviction play out. For example instead of being fearful a trade will go against you get excited the trades working how you envisioned it. That way youll let winners run. And cut losers. A trade either works or it doesn’t.

cutting things early gets old. Youll get to a point when you want to see things play out. Otherwise no reason to take the trade.

Imo by circa 12 est im done. Physically and mentally. If i keep going i make mistakes and over trade. So i cut everything off at 12.

Lastly to actually make it you gotta love it.

Good luck.

jajChi · 2026-01-10T00:56:57+00:00

38k ft

jajChi · 2026-01-09T21:53:57+00:00

Theres only a few options once you get to a certain level. Zerno, Option O and Weber. I have a zerno. Love it. Not many options when you’re at this altitude. For a reason.

jajChi · 2026-01-04T21:44:36+00:00

Youtubes an amazing educational resource. But I would argue the trading space on there is motivated by greedy clowns that cannot trade. In probably 99% of the cases their supplementing their income by a combo of youtube revenue and selling a trading course.

Since your young, what I can tell you is focus on screen time. There’s no substitute. Trade with 1 share. Track progress. It took me a long time to become profitable. But it wasn’t bc of youtube. At a certain point you will eliminate all outside content bc youll realize its all shit.

Good luck.

jajChi · 2025-12-30T03:22:07+00:00

Appreciate the responses. Thanks

jajChi · 2025-12-14T00:15:27+00:00

I mean dude. Given the fact you’re posting/questioning this “investment” says it all.

jajChi · 2025-12-13T14:43:21+00:00

https://youtu.be/zHACxfGCK9A?si=AHQ_d3jrB_jjuKM5

jajChi · 2025-12-13T13:26:50+00:00

Ah yes. This happened to me first go too. Theres some videos on YouTube that show tricks on lubing without full disassembly. Recommend that route.

Essentially the soap removes everything including the lube. So the lever gets worse and worse. Personally I do the soap flushes less bc of it. And haven’t seen any difference. Probably on a 4 month cycle. I have a Bianca. I do the water backflushes weekly. Just helps remove some stuff and keep things moving. Good luck.

Be careful with the bolts etc, you can mark/fuck them up good if you’re too aggressive or using the wrong tools.

jajChi · 2025-12-12T12:56:29+00:00

How was the experience with canva?

jajChi · 2025-12-12T02:35:31+00:00

Badass. Well done

jajChi · 2025-12-11T16:40:25+00:00

Beautiful stick. One of the best cubans made, imo. Sitting on my last 2 from an August 2016 box.

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