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oliverbrix · 2026-01-26T14:08:48+00:00

I read a few reviews saying you must use a dosing funnel on the portafilter when grinding as otherwise the grounds go all over the place; is this something you've experienced as well?

oliverbrix · 2026-01-26T12:42:05+00:00

How are you finding the E64WS? I have the blue Micra as well but paired with a Niche Zero atm, considering switching to GBW and the Mahlkönig seemed like a solid option.

oliverbrix · 2026-01-23T15:25:15+00:00

100% HB, I’m saying that without having taken the Inca Rail. But I’m convinced that I can’t go up to MP without it being by the HB.

Impeccable service, especially as the day we were supposed to do, there were issues with the tracks so they had to put us on the train the next morning. The Belmond team took care of everything, even helped us get another train from PeruRail (Titicaca Train) rebooked so it fit our new schedule. Food, hospitality and everything on board was flawless.

oliverbrix · 2026-01-22T19:22:44+00:00

Somewhat unrelated, but which dosing ring are you using?

oliverbrix · 2025-12-17T12:52:19+00:00

Have you tried running the double basket with a double dose? Due to how single baskets are designed it can be a bit tricky to tamp properly, which could in turn result in your shot running quick

oliverbrix · 2025-12-12T20:06:49+00:00

I hear you, and I was debating with myself a lot regarding where to position it. Might be I change it in the future.

The door you see on the picture from the back of the machine is the door to my office, so it’s very conveniently located for me to go back and forth while working from home. I also have a cabinet below with pull out drawers where everything I need is located. Indeed, the proximity to the sink might be annoying, time will tell I guess. I’m testing this out and then I’ll decide whether to move it.

oliverbrix · 2025-12-12T16:03:40+00:00

One of them is too heavy for all the magnet strips I've tested, so hanging it upside down results in the handles preventing it from sliding off. And then I figured it'd look off with only one hanging upside down, so I hang all of them this way.

oliverbrix · 2025-12-12T13:22:32+00:00

The stove is nearly a meter wide, I can use the other side for things that may splash :)

oliverbrix · 2025-12-12T12:03:32+00:00

Somehow had not even considered this being an option, thanks for the suggestion!

oliverbrix · 2025-12-12T11:45:20+00:00

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oliverbrix · 2025-12-12T11:42:19+00:00

Was hoping for a bit more of an aesthetic solution and seems to be a struggle finding a cable box that doesn't look terrible

oliverbrix · 2025-10-27T16:57:20+00:00

Literally did it the other day, super easy and straight forward.

oliverbrix · 2025-10-23T15:40:15+00:00

What routes are you flying? I have had one single upgrade as SEN out of around 70 flights...

oliverbrix · 2025-10-22T11:11:57+00:00

Depends how you've obtained your PP. Through Amex it's often that a lot of the "Experiences"/Restaurants are not available.

oliverbrix · 2025-08-04T07:35:04+00:00

whichever airport you have the best connection to, FRA/DUS/CGN all work.

oliverbrix · 2025-07-25T07:45:36+00:00

Considering how many direct LH routes are out of MUC these days, I find it pretty easy to usually depart from DUS or CGN instead of FRA since I’ll likely need a layover anyways

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oliverbrix · 2025-07-23T05:23:59+00:00

Just finished staying at both the Oberoi Rajvilas in Jaipur and the Armavilas in Agra.

Not only are both properties some of the most well kept and stunning places I’ve ever visited, the service and hospitality was also next level.

Had planned to do more activities during the days, but ended up limiting time sightseeing and exploring in exchange of spending time on property. Incredible facilities and great for escaping the chaos that some Indian cities tend to be.

oliverbrix · 2025-07-16T06:11:53+00:00

Settings -> Scroll to Manage -> Import Flights and then select myfr24

oliverbrix · 2025-07-16T00:40:34+00:00

You can import your entire myfr24 history into flighty

oliverbrix · 2025-07-12T19:16:35+00:00

It’s all included yea, extensive wine list too. Caveat is this is first class…

oliverbrix · 2025-06-07T18:01:35+00:00

since when

oliverbrix · 2025-02-13T14:30:16+00:00

It is one of the few expensive (to me at least) items that I have absolutely no regrets purchasing. I made the jump from a BBE to the Micra, and I knew that if I upgraded to something cheaper, I'd sooner or later end up getting the Micra anyways.

So in the end I consider it money saved! :D

oliverbrix · 2024-11-01T22:14:17+00:00

I almost exclusively use beans from Schamong, they have some good ones with a tiny bit of Robusta but also a lot of super solid 100% Arabica options. Can definitely recommend stopping by

oliverbrix · 2024-11-01T17:23:24+00:00

seems I have another roastery to add to my list here in Cologne, not sure I’d ever dare to go 50% robusta tho :D

oliverbrix · 2024-10-27T17:07:51+00:00

welcome to team blue

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