Title: Bargain Alerts
Post by: irish_goat on March 25, 2015, 03:10:17 PM
Post by: irish_goat on March 25, 2015, 03:10:17 PM
Post any homebrew or beer related bargains you find online in this thread.
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Spotted this on DoneDeal. Not a bad price if you can collect.
http://www.donedeal.co.uk/hobbies-for-sale/vintage-beer-tap/8757795?offset=27
Would a specific thread dedicated to good deals spotted online be a good idea?
Edit: Apparently CARA has snapped this one up.
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Spotted this on DoneDeal. Not a bad price if you can collect.
http://www.donedeal.co.uk/hobbies-for-sale/vintage-beer-tap/8757795?offset=27
Would a specific thread dedicated to good deals spotted online be a good idea?
Edit: Apparently CARA has snapped this one up.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: delzep on March 31, 2015, 06:40:42 PM
Post by: delzep on March 31, 2015, 06:40:42 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/R2tcdG1l.jpg)
Garden hose disconnects for €1 in homestore and more. Always handy to have
Garden hose disconnects for €1 in homestore and more. Always handy to have
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on March 31, 2015, 09:23:50 PM
Post by: Will_D on March 31, 2015, 09:23:50 PM
Lidl have/will have them in brass for €6 as did Aldi
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: HomeBrewWest on March 31, 2015, 09:42:18 PM
Post by: HomeBrewWest on March 31, 2015, 09:42:18 PM
Excellent.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on April 04, 2015, 03:28:54 PM
Post by: dcalnan on April 04, 2015, 03:28:54 PM
Picked up a 12L stockpot in aldi for €24.99 it says it's induction hob compatible so I'm assuming it's stainless steel. it'll be handy for steeping grains or heating up water.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on April 04, 2015, 07:22:51 PM
Post by: Qs on April 04, 2015, 07:22:51 PM
Where?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on April 04, 2015, 08:12:58 PM
Post by: dcalnan on April 04, 2015, 08:12:58 PM
In Aldi, it seems to be part of the hurry while stock lasts, as I can't find it on their website, I got mine in Cork and there were a few left.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on April 04, 2015, 08:29:50 PM
Post by: Qs on April 04, 2015, 08:29:50 PM
Shite, I probably wont get to Aldi soon enough.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Covey on April 05, 2015, 08:12:39 AM
Post by: Covey on April 05, 2015, 08:12:39 AM
Can we keep this to just alerting people, just to keep it on topic, I probably come off as a pedantic pat, don't mean to. I know by posting this I'm breaking the suggested rule.......help I'm trapped in a paradox
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: johnrm on April 05, 2015, 11:29:32 AM
Post by: johnrm on April 05, 2015, 11:29:32 AM
Saturday 4th - Lidl Pumps and flexi tubs...
Sub pumps 50
Tubs 5
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/04/1d647c53e2636a8807b9fb22ff86cc73.jpg)
Sub pumps 50
Tubs 5
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/04/1d647c53e2636a8807b9fb22ff86cc73.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: CARA on April 07, 2015, 10:34:21 AM
Post by: CARA on April 07, 2015, 10:34:21 AM
Picked one up yesterday, pump is an animal
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: phynes1 on April 08, 2015, 01:48:37 PM
Post by: phynes1 on April 08, 2015, 01:48:37 PM
Lidl have bourbon vanilla pods in store, picked a few packets for 2 euro a pop the other day. Will come in nice for an imperial stout im planning.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Acott on April 12, 2015, 05:18:41 PM
Post by: Acott on April 12, 2015, 05:18:41 PM
Undercounter fridge for €25, said he would take €20, based in Drogheda.
http://www.donedeal.ie/otherelectronics-for-sale/whirlpool-kitchen-fridge/9009252
http://www.donedeal.ie/otherelectronics-for-sale/whirlpool-kitchen-fridge/9009252
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mcgrath on April 12, 2015, 06:39:17 PM
Post by: mcgrath on April 12, 2015, 06:39:17 PM
Quote from: Acott on April 12, 2015, 05:18:41 PM
Undercounter fridge for €25, said he would take €20, based in Drogheda.
http://www.donedeal.ie/otherelectronics-for-sale/whirlpool-kitchen-fridge/9009252
Worth asking if it has the freezer drawer though, or most fermenters and corny's wont fit in. Depends what you want it for..
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: giacomo on April 12, 2015, 06:41:23 PM
Post by: giacomo on April 12, 2015, 06:41:23 PM
My main doubt with those fridges is always whaterver they would fit a 30lt fermenter or not :(
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 12, 2015, 07:01:05 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 12, 2015, 07:01:05 PM
Another item might be of use for our wine makers
http://www.adverts.ie/other-home-decor/wine-brew-set-in-wicker-basket-25liters/6829714
http://www.adverts.ie/other-home-decor/wine-brew-set-in-wicker-basket-25liters/6829714
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: delzep on April 12, 2015, 10:01:04 PM
Post by: delzep on April 12, 2015, 10:01:04 PM
Bottle of erdinger and a bottle of full sail, only €12.80 in the laurels clondalkin
Bargain ???
Bargain ???
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on April 13, 2015, 08:18:58 PM
Post by: Will_D on April 13, 2015, 08:18:58 PM
The fridge of choice is the Larder fridge (No ice box) and no its not a Lada fridge!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 13, 2015, 08:23:47 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 13, 2015, 08:23:47 PM
Quote from: Will_D on April 13, 2015, 08:18:58 PMSo a man walks into the motor factors and asks "a door handle for a Lada" and the man behind the counter says "About right" :D
The fridge of choice is the Larder fridge (No ice box) and no its not a Lada fridge!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cruiscinlan on April 17, 2015, 10:33:40 PM
Post by: cruiscinlan on April 17, 2015, 10:33:40 PM
Quote from: mcgrath on April 12, 2015, 06:39:17 PMQuote from: Acott on April 12, 2015, 05:18:41 PM
Undercounter fridge for €25, said he would take €20, based in Drogheda.
http://www.donedeal.ie/otherelectronics-for-sale/whirlpool-kitchen-fridge/9009252
Worth asking if it has the freezer drawer though, or most fermenters and corny's wont fit in. Depends what you want it for..
Can you not just rip those out??
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mcgrath on April 17, 2015, 10:46:21 PM
Post by: mcgrath on April 17, 2015, 10:46:21 PM
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Can you not just rip those out??
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Usually have the refrigerant pipes running through the shelf.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mcgrath on April 18, 2015, 12:33:05 PM
Post by: mcgrath on April 18, 2015, 12:33:05 PM
Triple heated stir plate for 1/10th its cost price. Its a bit OTT, but stir plates are expensive and don't come up too often second hand:
http://www.adverts.ie/crazy-random-stuff/stuart-hotplate-stirrer/6918613
http://www.adverts.ie/crazy-random-stuff/stuart-hotplate-stirrer/6918613
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 18, 2015, 03:17:25 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 18, 2015, 03:17:25 PM
Wu hoo :) Just bought that hotplate. checked it out and it was cheap as chips for the price. :)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mcgrath on April 18, 2015, 03:22:07 PM
Post by: mcgrath on April 18, 2015, 03:22:07 PM
Quote from: DEMPSEY on April 18, 2015, 03:17:25 PMWell done, you can grow enough yeast to supply the whole club with that thing.. actually you could take out the heating elements and stick them to the bottom of your boiler..haha!
Wu hoo :) Just bought that hotplate. checked it out and it was cheap as chips for the price. :)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on April 18, 2015, 11:10:25 PM
Post by: Will_D on April 18, 2015, 11:10:25 PM
Just be careful about using the "heat" function! These lab stirrers can often get up to 350C or more and the regulation is not great!
So don't try to set 22C for a yeast starter - you may well cook it!
So don't try to set 22C for a yeast starter - you may well cook it!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: imark on April 22, 2015, 03:59:20 PM
Post by: imark on April 22, 2015, 03:59:20 PM
Free larder fridge and chest freezer...act fast! (Saw this on adverts. It's not mine)
http://www.adverts.ie/other-electronics/free-fridge-and-chest-freezer/7849023 (http://www.adverts.ie/other-electronics/free-fridge-and-chest-freezer/7849023)
http://www.adverts.ie/other-electronics/free-fridge-and-chest-freezer/7849023 (http://www.adverts.ie/other-electronics/free-fridge-and-chest-freezer/7849023)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: CARA on April 22, 2015, 06:41:14 PM
Post by: CARA on April 22, 2015, 06:41:14 PM
The warlock strikes again!!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 22, 2015, 08:11:19 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 22, 2015, 08:11:19 PM
;) can't bate a good deal when one see's one.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 23, 2015, 02:06:45 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 23, 2015, 02:06:45 PM
Thanks Imark for the heads up on the FREE FRIDGE AND FREE FREEZER. wu huu. :)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: imark on April 23, 2015, 04:41:11 PM
Post by: imark on April 23, 2015, 04:41:11 PM
You're welcome. Are they running OK? The freezer looked pretty grotty. You'll have to get the rubber gloves on to tackle that one.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: gazz on May 07, 2015, 05:48:15 PM
Post by: gazz on May 07, 2015, 05:48:15 PM
BOOK £3, handy if your buying some stuff from amazon as you get free delivery when you spend over £25
Home Brew Beer Hardcover – 2 Sep 2013 by Greg Hughes
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1409331768/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=1409331768&linkCode=as2&tag=bargaindeals-21&linkId=IJ367TXTKFWLHFXB
Home Brew Beer Hardcover – 2 Sep 2013 by Greg Hughes
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1409331768/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=1409331768&linkCode=as2&tag=bargaindeals-21&linkId=IJ367TXTKFWLHFXB
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Damien M on May 08, 2015, 12:08:22 PM
Post by: Damien M on May 08, 2015, 12:08:22 PM
Quote from: gazz on May 07, 2015, 05:48:15 PM
BOOK £3, handy if your buying some stuff from amazon as you get free delivery when you spend over £25
Home Brew Beer Hardcover – 2 Sep 2013 by Greg Hughes
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1409331768/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=1409331768&linkCode=as2&tag=bargaindeals-21&linkId=IJ367TXTKFWLHFXB
I have that book and has soem really good recipes. Not a lot of detail but good simple recipes!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: nigel_c on May 28, 2015, 05:03:35 PM
Post by: nigel_c on May 28, 2015, 05:03:35 PM
Spotted this on my beer and wine. Nice cheep cooler for anyone looking to switch to all grain.
http://www.mybeerandwine.ie/home/309-picnic-cooler-35-litre.html
http://www.mybeerandwine.ie/home/309-picnic-cooler-35-litre.html
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on August 24, 2015, 08:37:39 PM
Post by: dcalnan on August 24, 2015, 08:37:39 PM
Hoping to call to Ikea soon so was having a look at their website and saw these new jars, http://www.ikea.com/ie/en/catalog/products/90315048/ (http://www.ikea.com/ie/en/catalog/products/90315048/). They look perfect for storing yeast, and a euro cheaper than those Kilner ones in homestore and more/woodies.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: pob on August 24, 2015, 08:46:05 PM
Post by: pob on August 24, 2015, 08:46:05 PM
What about their own (even cheaper) 0.5l Kilner version for €1 http://m.ikea.com/ie/en/catalog/products/art/70213545/
I've one of these & should be fine for yeast.
The bigger sizes are only €2.25, €3.00, €3.75 for 1L, 1.8L & 2L.
I've one of these & should be fine for yeast.
The bigger sizes are only €2.25, €3.00, €3.75 for 1L, 1.8L & 2L.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on August 24, 2015, 08:55:48 PM
Post by: dcalnan on August 24, 2015, 08:55:48 PM
I had one of those, if fact I bought four of the kilner ones when they were on sale at one stage, but when I put yeast in one after a brew, mould grew on the rubber seal(after sterilizing). my thinking is that the lip of the jar is covered completely with the crew on lids and would hopefully prevent that in the future.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on August 30, 2015, 07:06:02 PM
Post by: dcalnan on August 30, 2015, 07:06:02 PM
A few things coming up this week, a vacuum sealer for 30 in Lidl on Thursday, http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=29364 (http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=29364) and also an infrared thermometer for 20 in aldi, also on Thursday, https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/thur-3-sept/products-detail-page/ps/p/infrared-thermometer/ (https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/thur-3-sept/products-detail-page/ps/p/infrared-thermometer/)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on August 30, 2015, 07:36:07 PM
Post by: Leann ull on August 30, 2015, 07:36:07 PM
The infrared thermometer yep, the vac sealer was reviewed by others before and it was not great.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Shanna on August 30, 2015, 07:45:42 PM
Post by: Shanna on August 30, 2015, 07:45:42 PM
400watt submersible garden pump to use in a water butt to pump water into an immersion chiller. http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=29292
I have one & it works great as it will comfortably pump water over 25 meters this includes two copper immersion chillers.
Shanna
I have one & it works great as it will comfortably pump water over 25 meters this includes two copper immersion chillers.
Shanna
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: darren996 on August 30, 2015, 10:40:44 PM
Post by: darren996 on August 30, 2015, 10:40:44 PM
Was in living island on talbot street , Dublin, last week and picked up a 20 l steel stock pot for 15 euro
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: bachus on September 01, 2015, 11:01:56 AM
Post by: bachus on September 01, 2015, 11:01:56 AM
Quote from: dcalnan on August 30, 2015, 07:06:02 PM
A few things coming up this week, a vacuum sealer for 30 in Lidl on Thursday, http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=29364 (http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=29364) and also an infrared thermometer for 20 in aldi, also on Thursday, https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/thur-3-sept/products-detail-page/ps/p/infrared-thermometer/ (https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/thur-3-sept/products-detail-page/ps/p/infrared-thermometer/)
GearBest: €7. Promo ends today.
http://www.gearbest.com/temperature-instruments/pp_218366.html
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Simon_ on September 01, 2015, 11:12:10 AM
Post by: Simon_ on September 01, 2015, 11:12:10 AM
2Kg Oxi Clean for €6 in B&Q
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on September 01, 2015, 11:35:17 AM
Post by: LordEoin on September 01, 2015, 11:35:17 AM
Quote from: bachus on September 01, 2015, 11:01:56 AMQuote from: dcalnan on August 30, 2015, 07:06:02 PM
A few things coming up this week, a vacuum sealer for 30 in Lidl on Thursday, http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=29364 (http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=29364) and also an infrared thermometer for 20 in aldi, also on Thursday, https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/thur-3-sept/products-detail-page/ps/p/infrared-thermometer/ (https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/thur-3-sept/products-detail-page/ps/p/infrared-thermometer/)
GearBest: €7. Promo ends today.
http://www.gearbest.com/temperature-instruments/pp_218366.html
Oh no... I'm going to spend so much money on this site.
FREE SHIPPING!!!1!!one
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: nigel_c on September 01, 2015, 12:09:06 PM
Post by: nigel_c on September 01, 2015, 12:09:06 PM
Do not get the Lidl vac sealer. It doesn't work. A few of us got them a few years back when they went if first and nobody had any success with them.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: bachus on September 01, 2015, 12:26:56 PM
Post by: bachus on September 01, 2015, 12:26:56 PM
Quote from: LordEoin on September 01, 2015, 11:35:17 AMDo not order for more than 22EURO - tax warning ;-) Some nice gizmos are delivered directly from the EU Warehouse.Quote from: bachus on September 01, 2015, 11:01:56 AMOh no... I'm going to spend so much money on this site.Quote from: dcalnan on August 30, 2015, 07:06:02 PM
A few things coming up this week, a vacuum sealer for 30 in Lidl on Thursday, http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=29364 (http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=29364) and also an infrared thermometer for 20 in aldi, also on Thursday, https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/thur-3-sept/products-detail-page/ps/p/infrared-thermometer/ (https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/thur-3-sept/products-detail-page/ps/p/infrared-thermometer/)
GearBest: €7. Promo ends today.
http://www.gearbest.com/temperature-instruments/pp_218366.html
FREE SHIPPING!!!1!!one
http://www.gearbest.com/measurement-analysis/pp_204417.html - €15 for 0-32 Percent Brix Refractometer
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cruiscinlan on September 01, 2015, 01:35:16 PM
Post by: cruiscinlan on September 01, 2015, 01:35:16 PM
Quote from: Ciderhead on August 30, 2015, 07:36:07 PM
The infrared thermometer yep, the vac sealer was reviewed by others before and it was not great.
FWIW I had very poor results using an IR thermometer in the past, and that was a lab standard unit that had been calibrated. It was 10C off or more at times.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: bachus on September 01, 2015, 02:01:50 PM
Post by: bachus on September 01, 2015, 02:01:50 PM
Quote from: cruiscinlan on September 01, 2015, 01:35:16 PMQuote from: Ciderhead on August 30, 2015, 07:36:07 PM
The infrared thermometer yep, the vac sealer was reviewed by others before and it was not great.
FWIW I had very poor results using an IR thermometer in the past, and that was a lab standard unit that had been calibrated. It was 10C off or more at times.
Emissivity corrections:
http://www.kayelaby.npl.co.uk/general_physics/2_3/2_3_4.html
http://www.monarchserver.com/TableofEmissivity.pdf
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 01, 2015, 08:18:10 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 01, 2015, 08:18:10 PM
IR are good of you don't want to be dipping your wick in so measuring during chilling
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 01, 2015, 08:19:46 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 01, 2015, 08:19:46 PM
Emissivity corrections:
http://www.kayelaby.npl.co.uk/general_physics/2_3/2_3_4.html
http://www.monarchserver.com/TableofEmissivity.pdf
I don't have time to be reading that where's the executive summary ;)?
http://www.kayelaby.npl.co.uk/general_physics/2_3/2_3_4.html
http://www.monarchserver.com/TableofEmissivity.pdf
I don't have time to be reading that where's the executive summary ;)?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: bachus on September 01, 2015, 09:14:54 PM
Post by: bachus on September 01, 2015, 09:14:54 PM
Quote from: Ciderhead on September 01, 2015, 08:19:46 PM
Emissivity corrections:
(...)
I don't have time to be reading that where's the executive summary ;)?
tl;dr
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/11Iw0kQgqtL._SX300_.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 07, 2015, 05:02:47 PM
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 07, 2015, 05:02:47 PM
This is the burner part of the blichmann burner. Unreal bit of kit. Bargain at that price.
http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Bayou-Classic-Cast-Iron-Banjo-Burner/6584632/product.html?searchidx=1&AID=10668447&PID=6147116&SID=iea43pxudb001yio00092&CID=141950&fp=F
You could hack an old sanky keg to make your stand.
http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Bayou-Classic-Cast-Iron-Banjo-Burner/6584632/product.html?searchidx=1&AID=10668447&PID=6147116&SID=iea43pxudb001yio00092&CID=141950&fp=F
You could hack an old sanky keg to make your stand.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: imark on September 11, 2015, 11:37:04 AM
Post by: imark on September 11, 2015, 11:37:04 AM
Beer glasses in Lidl next week. Not sure I agree with the styles they're assigning the glasses though :o
(http://s2.postimg.org/b1691mlt5/2015_09_11_10_24_30.jpg)
(http://s2.postimg.org/b1691mlt5/2015_09_11_10_24_30.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: itsclinto on September 11, 2015, 11:43:07 AM
Post by: itsclinto on September 11, 2015, 11:43:07 AM
If you head to ikea, they have a few glasses cheaper again
http://www.ikea.com/ie/en/search/?k=Beer%20%26%20speciality%20glass
http://www.ikea.com/ie/en/search/?k=Beer%20%26%20speciality%20glass
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: PCBrewer on September 11, 2015, 12:28:44 PM
Post by: PCBrewer on September 11, 2015, 12:28:44 PM
not sure of the quality, but a decent price for a pair of corney keg disconnects
http://www.amazon.co.uk/ZFE%C2%AE-Cornelius-Style-Repair-DISCONNECTS/dp/B00QT21YS0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441970878&sr=8-1&keywords=keg+disconnect
(http://www.amazon.co.uk/ZFE%C2%AE-Cornelius-Style-Repair-DISCONNECTS/dp/B00QT21YS0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441970878&sr=8-1&keywords=keg+disconnect)
http://www.amazon.co.uk/ZFE%C2%AE-Cornelius-Style-Repair-DISCONNECTS/dp/B00QT21YS0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441970878&sr=8-1&keywords=keg+disconnect
(http://www.amazon.co.uk/ZFE%C2%AE-Cornelius-Style-Repair-DISCONNECTS/dp/B00QT21YS0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441970878&sr=8-1&keywords=keg+disconnect)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on September 11, 2015, 05:49:13 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on September 11, 2015, 05:49:13 PM
I've just noticed these urns in Aldi might suit for sparge vessel
https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/thur-10-sep/products-detail-page/ps/p/hot-water-urn-2/
https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/thur-10-sep/products-detail-page/ps/p/hot-water-urn-2/
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: imark on September 14, 2015, 07:03:52 PM
Post by: imark on September 14, 2015, 07:03:52 PM
Nisbets are selling the 3kW induction hob for €129.99 at the moment. It hasn't been that low in quite a while so if you've been procrastinating on buying one, now might be the time to go for it
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/14/ffa23df4de1b06781f7bf08267714449.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/14/ffa23df4de1b06781f7bf08267714449.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: armedcor on September 14, 2015, 07:20:25 PM
Post by: armedcor on September 14, 2015, 07:20:25 PM
That 129 doesn't include vat. It's 159 shipped.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: imark on September 14, 2015, 11:27:28 PM
Post by: imark on September 14, 2015, 11:27:28 PM
Quote from: armedcor on September 14, 2015, 07:20:25 PMUsually a lot more which is why I flagged it
That 129 doesn't include vat. It's 159 shipped.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: googoomuck on September 14, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
Post by: googoomuck on September 14, 2015, 11:32:59 PM
Quote from: imark on September 14, 2015, 07:03:52 PMThermo pen style probes for €9.99 also. Some good deals this month. I love when the new chef porn mag arrives.
Nisbets are selling the 3kW induction hob for €129.99 at the moment. It hasn't been that low in quite a while so if you've been procrastinating on buying one, now might be the time to go for it
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/14/ffa23df4de1b06781f7bf08267714449.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: armedcor on September 14, 2015, 11:37:44 PM
Post by: armedcor on September 14, 2015, 11:37:44 PM
Quote from: imark on September 14, 2015, 11:27:28 PMQuote from: armedcor on September 14, 2015, 07:20:25 PMUsually a lot more which is why I flagged it
That 129 doesn't include vat. It's 159 shipped.
True true, just warning people. I just bought one 😉
I have one of those termapen style thermometers as well. They're decent.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 15, 2015, 12:07:26 AM
Post by: Leann ull on September 15, 2015, 12:07:26 AM
Guys I did look at the Nisbetts temp probes before I pulled the trigger on a Thermopen, but for the extra €30 I was getting more accuracy and a quicker reading, I'm sure they are fine, but they are not the same. I think the Hygiplas like the thermopen also comes with a calibration cert?
Lifted straight off vendors websites
Hygiplas Easytemp Folding Thermometer
Accuracy: ±1°C
Temperature Range -50 degrees Celsius. to 300 degrees Celsius.
Resolution 0.1 degrees centigrade.
Response Time 15 seconds (approx).
Thermapen®
range -49.9 to 299.9°C
resolution 0.1 °C or 1°C - user selectable
accuracy ±0.4°C (-49.9 to 199.9 °C)
Response Time 3 seconds
I don't work for or get any commission from Thermopen ;)
Lifted straight off vendors websites
Hygiplas Easytemp Folding Thermometer
Accuracy: ±1°C
Temperature Range -50 degrees Celsius. to 300 degrees Celsius.
Resolution 0.1 degrees centigrade.
Response Time 15 seconds (approx).
Thermapen®
range -49.9 to 299.9°C
resolution 0.1 °C or 1°C - user selectable
accuracy ±0.4°C (-49.9 to 199.9 °C)
Response Time 3 seconds
I don't work for or get any commission from Thermopen ;)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Simon_ on September 15, 2015, 11:48:39 AM
Post by: Simon_ on September 15, 2015, 11:48:39 AM
I'll just leave this here (http://www.homebrewfinds.com/2012/11/hands-on-cdn-dtq450x-quick-read.html) :)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on September 17, 2015, 09:40:52 AM
Post by: Will_D on September 17, 2015, 09:40:52 AM
If you want a great vacuum sealre Amazon can save you €60.
A number of use these and they are great:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001HBP7HW/ref=pe_1973311_81668561_em_1p_0_lm (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001HBP7HW/ref=pe_1973311_81668561_em_1p_0_lm)
A number of use these and they are great:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001HBP7HW/ref=pe_1973311_81668561_em_1p_0_lm (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001HBP7HW/ref=pe_1973311_81668561_em_1p_0_lm)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Pheeel on September 17, 2015, 10:17:10 AM
Post by: Pheeel on September 17, 2015, 10:17:10 AM
Quote from: Will_D on September 17, 2015, 09:40:52 AM
If you want a great vacuum sealre Amazon can save you €60.
A number of use these and they are great:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001HBP7HW/ref=pe_1973311_81668561_em_1p_0_lm (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001HBP7HW/ref=pe_1973311_81668561_em_1p_0_lm)
Looks like a rebranded version of the one I bought. Best thing I bought in recent memory!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Shanna on September 18, 2015, 01:26:33 PM
Post by: Shanna on September 18, 2015, 01:26:33 PM
Quote from: Simon F on September 15, 2015, 11:48:39 AMPulled the trigger on one of these from Amazon after reading the link. Hopefully it will be accurate.
I'll just leave this here (http://www.homebrewfinds.com/2012/11/hands-on-cdn-dtq450x-quick-read.html) :)
Shanna
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: johnrm on September 18, 2015, 03:53:02 PM
Post by: johnrm on September 18, 2015, 03:53:02 PM
I bought on of the E20 IR Thermometers in Aldi.
Accuracy is +/1 1.5C or something.
Hmmm...
Accuracy is +/1 1.5C or something.
Hmmm...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Beermonger on September 28, 2015, 06:59:08 PM
Post by: Beermonger on September 28, 2015, 06:59:08 PM
@Will or Pheel.
That sealers looks good. I need one and am just ready to buy it.
But can it vacuum seal other (non-brand) bags or rolls? I see that it seems to employ to own-brand bags are channelled or something. Does it make and difference what bags are used in your experience?
Thanks!
That sealers looks good. I need one and am just ready to buy it.
But can it vacuum seal other (non-brand) bags or rolls? I see that it seems to employ to own-brand bags are channelled or something. Does it make and difference what bags are used in your experience?
Thanks!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on September 28, 2015, 07:57:09 PM
Post by: Will_D on September 28, 2015, 07:57:09 PM
You have to use bags designed to be vac sealed. They have channels in the inside surface that alow the air to be removed.
They will seal ordinary bags but will not pull a good vacuum.
You can buy vac bags from others sources online, maybe cheaper, maybe not!
They will seal ordinary bags but will not pull a good vacuum.
You can buy vac bags from others sources online, maybe cheaper, maybe not!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Beermonger on September 28, 2015, 08:27:22 PM
Post by: Beermonger on September 28, 2015, 08:27:22 PM
Right. I meant to specify that I was talking about vacuum sealer bags. I have loads of the rolls left over from the crappy lidl sealer. They're designed to work with that one, so they are vacuum sealer bags. I don't see any channelling on them; should it be visible or otherwise detectable?
Anyway, I guess you've answered my main question. If I get this sealer I won't be stuck with just one brand of possibly price vac seal bags. Cool, thanks for the tip.
Anyway, I guess you've answered my main question. If I get this sealer I won't be stuck with just one brand of possibly price vac seal bags. Cool, thanks for the tip.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Mc Doc on October 07, 2015, 10:04:49 PM
Post by: Mc Doc on October 07, 2015, 10:04:49 PM
25 litters - jerrycan
Free!
http://www.adverts.ie/crazy-random-stuff/25l-drum/9022049
Free!
http://www.adverts.ie/crazy-random-stuff/25l-drum/9022049
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on October 07, 2015, 10:15:09 PM
Post by: LordEoin on October 07, 2015, 10:15:09 PM
eww, they look rough.
Although, if you're planning on making a raft... ;D
Although, if you're planning on making a raft... ;D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: johnrm on October 08, 2015, 12:06:52 AM
Post by: johnrm on October 08, 2015, 12:06:52 AM
Or laundering diesel...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Eoin on October 08, 2015, 09:10:21 AM
Post by: Eoin on October 08, 2015, 09:10:21 AM
Quote from: johnrm on October 08, 2015, 12:06:52 AMI can never get it out of the washing machine once I put it in.
Or laundering diesel...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on October 09, 2015, 01:33:26 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on October 09, 2015, 01:33:26 PM
I was passing through Aldi in Santry today and they had a few of these extendable sink strainers, I have one which I use to strain my Biab, it takes the wet grain from my 5kg grain bill no problem
http://www.offerscheck.org/extendable-sink-colander/aldi/2015/kw-28/257746
http://www.offerscheck.org/extendable-sink-colander/aldi/2015/kw-28/257746
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Beerbuddha on October 12, 2015, 02:18:15 PM
Post by: Beerbuddha on October 12, 2015, 02:18:15 PM
This looks good for the price. Stainless double sink.
http://www.adverts.ie/other-diy-renovation/stainless-steel-dink/9049957
http://www.adverts.ie/other-diy-renovation/stainless-steel-dink/9049957
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Ed on October 12, 2015, 02:41:26 PM
Post by: Ed on October 12, 2015, 02:41:26 PM
Quote from: B.B. on October 12, 2015, 02:18:15 PM
This looks good for the price. Stainless double sink.
http://www.adverts.ie/other-diy-renovation/stainless-steel-dink/9049957
Looks like a great find - if I had the room I'd be on the way to Artane now...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Beerbuddha on October 12, 2015, 03:52:34 PM
Post by: Beerbuddha on October 12, 2015, 03:52:34 PM
I managed to get one few weeks ago same price best purchase I have done in a long time makes cleaning so much easier. That price is great most stainless stuff in the hundreds.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Ed on October 13, 2015, 11:14:19 AM
Post by: Ed on October 13, 2015, 11:14:19 AM
Same here, picked up a smaller one that will fit my space for the same price (but haven't had the time to fit it yet)... when I looked at the cost of a new one or even getting the steel to make one, it was some difference, easily a couple of hundred euros in materials alone.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: johnrm on October 16, 2015, 02:40:55 PM
Post by: johnrm on October 16, 2015, 02:40:55 PM
Best priced Dink I have seen in a looong time.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on October 16, 2015, 08:52:16 PM
Post by: Will_D on October 16, 2015, 08:52:16 PM
Is dis Dink Hugh?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: johnrm on October 16, 2015, 08:59:29 PM
Post by: johnrm on October 16, 2015, 08:59:29 PM
Yep, clink on the link for the dink
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Martin on November 26, 2015, 08:08:24 AM
Post by: Martin on November 26, 2015, 08:08:24 AM
Black Friday Sale - 28% off Beersmith 2.2 19.95$ = 18.80 €
http://beersmith.com/blog/2015/11/25/beersmith-black-friday-sale-great-deal-on-beersmith-software-malt-mill-videos-books/
http://beersmith.com/blog/2015/11/25/beersmith-black-friday-sale-great-deal-on-beersmith-software-malt-mill-videos-books/
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on November 26, 2015, 09:20:33 AM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on November 26, 2015, 09:20:33 AM
Quote from: Martin on November 26, 2015, 08:08:24 AMThe Beersmith software is still cheaper here
Black Friday Sale - 28% off Beersmith 2.2 19.95$ = 18.80 €
http://beersmith.com/blog/2015/11/25/beersmith-black-friday-sale-great-deal-on-beersmith-software-malt-mill-videos-books/
http://www.nationalhomebrewclub.ie/forum/index.php/topic,7953.msg99721.html#msg99721
At today's rate Aud$19.95 = US $ 14.42 =€13.58
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Martin on November 26, 2015, 09:30:59 AM
Post by: Martin on November 26, 2015, 09:30:59 AM
This is where I got my copy as well, didn't check if still available though :) Thanks for the update.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Ciaran on November 27, 2015, 10:56:09 AM
Post by: Ciaran on November 27, 2015, 10:56:09 AM
Not sure if this has been posted above but today there is a 10 year anniversary Black Friday event at
https://www.thehomebrewcompany.ie/ (https://www.thehomebrewcompany.ie/)
Edit: Actually see here http://www.nationalhomebrewclub.ie/forum/index.php/topic,9392.msg137215.html#msg137215
https://www.thehomebrewcompany.ie/ (https://www.thehomebrewcompany.ie/)
Edit: Actually see here http://www.nationalhomebrewclub.ie/forum/index.php/topic,9392.msg137215.html#msg137215
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: darren996 on November 27, 2015, 06:37:15 PM
Post by: darren996 on November 27, 2015, 06:37:15 PM
Was in supervalue kilkenny today and picked up two bottles of scneider weisse and a really nice glass in a box set for 6.49...Bargain
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on December 03, 2015, 10:00:13 AM
Post by: Will_D on December 03, 2015, 10:00:13 AM
Amazon UK are plugging some pretty cheap CO2 regs like this one:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00NC68VK0/ref=dra_a_cs_ss_hn_xx_P1200_1000?tag=dradisplay0bb-21&ascsubtag=54feb0f92a8c536bd3963e368b9dbbf3_S (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00NC68VK0/ref=dra_a_cs_ss_hn_xx_P1200_1000?tag=dradisplay0bb-21&ascsubtag=54feb0f92a8c536bd3963e368b9dbbf3_S)
Note the "Does not deliver to Ireland" so its ParcelMotel also you need to buy the tail separately.
There are a number of CO2 regs is you search Amazon
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00NC68VK0/ref=dra_a_cs_ss_hn_xx_P1200_1000?tag=dradisplay0bb-21&ascsubtag=54feb0f92a8c536bd3963e368b9dbbf3_S (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00NC68VK0/ref=dra_a_cs_ss_hn_xx_P1200_1000?tag=dradisplay0bb-21&ascsubtag=54feb0f92a8c536bd3963e368b9dbbf3_S)
Note the "Does not deliver to Ireland" so its ParcelMotel also you need to buy the tail separately.
There are a number of CO2 regs is you search Amazon
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: imark on December 03, 2015, 07:28:30 PM
Post by: imark on December 03, 2015, 07:28:30 PM
They've some nice false bottoms too (http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/03/76cfbdf8988dc128676a7814a8f70743.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: hopapotamus on December 03, 2015, 07:54:34 PM
Post by: hopapotamus on December 03, 2015, 07:54:34 PM
ah shur they all have lovely bottoms :P
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Pepin The Short on December 03, 2015, 09:30:12 PM
Post by: Pepin The Short on December 03, 2015, 09:30:12 PM
Hey 3.5 & 4 stars dont knock it lol Think l will look them up just so i can read the reviews . :o
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Tom on December 03, 2015, 09:42:10 PM
Post by: Tom on December 03, 2015, 09:42:10 PM
Seriously?! Only 3.5 stars? It's a rubber ARSE for under £3. What do people WANT?!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on December 04, 2015, 09:18:08 AM
Post by: LordEoin on December 04, 2015, 09:18:08 AM
a hole?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on December 04, 2015, 11:23:06 AM
Post by: DEMPSEY on December 04, 2015, 11:23:06 AM
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: ColdTurkey on December 04, 2015, 12:38:49 PM
Post by: ColdTurkey on December 04, 2015, 12:38:49 PM
Quote from: Will_D on December 03, 2015, 10:00:13 AMI have a brand new one of these for sale.
Amazon UK are plugging some pretty cheap CO2 regs like this one:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00NC68VK0/ref=dra_a_cs_ss_hn_xx_P1200_1000?tag=dradisplay0bb-21&ascsubtag=54feb0f92a8c536bd3963e368b9dbbf3_S (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00NC68VK0/ref=dra_a_cs_ss_hn_xx_P1200_1000?tag=dradisplay0bb-21&ascsubtag=54feb0f92a8c536bd3963e368b9dbbf3_S)
Note the "Does not deliver to Ireland" so its ParcelMotel also you need to buy the tail separately.
There are a number of CO2 regs is you search Amazon
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cruiscinlan on December 09, 2015, 05:12:59 PM
Post by: cruiscinlan on December 09, 2015, 05:12:59 PM
Cheapest base malt I can find is Viking 2 Row Pilsner 2.8 to 4.5 EBC @€21.95/25kg or €20.85 post discount.
http://www.homebrewwest.ie/viking-2-row-pilsner-malt-28-to-45-ebc-25-kg-5558-p.asp
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Flanagan on December 10, 2015, 11:11:10 PM
Post by: Flanagan on December 10, 2015, 11:11:10 PM
Quote from: cruiscinlan on December 09, 2015, 05:12:59 PM
Cheapest base malt I can find is Viking 2 Row Pilsner 2.8 to 4.5 EBC @€21.95/25kg or €20.85 post discount.
http://www.homebrewwest.ie/viking-2-row-pilsner-malt-28-to-45-ebc-25-kg-5558-p.asp
Used this malt a while back with a 60 minute boil.... WON'T be making that mistake again!
I had read a few bit and pieces about how the way grain is malted these days eliminates the need for a 90 minute boil even with pilsener malt, but this malt gave off a bad dose of DMS. It was an otherwise decent beer.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: nigel_c on December 11, 2015, 09:27:35 AM
Post by: nigel_c on December 11, 2015, 09:27:35 AM
A good while back its switched to 90 min boils for all my beers.
As far as DMS goes I've never found any.
It's good practice and would recommend it.
As far as DMS goes I've never found any.
It's good practice and would recommend it.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on December 11, 2015, 01:26:47 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on December 11, 2015, 01:26:47 PM
Quote from: nigel_c on December 11, 2015, 09:27:35 AMSo does one from the North county Brewers now refer to one self as ITS instead of I :D Beats the queen with her "well one does does'nt one :P
A good while back IT'S switched to 90 min boils for all my beers.
As far as DMS goes I've never found any.
It's good practice and would recommend it.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: nigel_c on December 11, 2015, 02:08:17 PM
Post by: nigel_c on December 11, 2015, 02:08:17 PM
Haha. It's all for show. Don't worry. ;)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on December 11, 2015, 04:45:02 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on December 11, 2015, 04:45:02 PM
Quote from: Flanagan on December 10, 2015, 11:11:10 PMIt would be interesting to see the specs of this maltQuote from: cruiscinlan on December 09, 2015, 05:12:59 PM
Cheapest base malt I can find is Viking 2 Row Pilsner 2.8 to 4.5 EBC @€21.95/25kg or €20.85 post discount.
http://www.homebrewwest.ie/viking-2-row-pilsner-malt-28-to-45-ebc-25-kg-5558-p.asp
Used this malt a while back with a 60 minute boil.... WON'T be making that mistake again!
I had read a few bit and pieces about how the way grain is malted these days eliminates the need for a 90 minute boil even with pilsener malt, but this malt gave off a bad dose of DMS. It was an otherwise decent beer.
Usually you would be looking at an SMM (S- Methyl Methionine) ( which is the DMS precursor ) typical value of 2-6 mg/kg for a lager malt, with the lower the value the better
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cruiscinlan on December 11, 2015, 05:23:41 PM
Post by: cruiscinlan on December 11, 2015, 05:23:41 PM
Specs are:
http://www.homebrewwest.ie/viking-2-row-pilsner-malt-28-to-45-ebc-25-kg-5558-p.asp
Specifications:
moisture % max 5.0
extract fine % dm min 81
colour °EBC 2.8 – 4.5
protein % dm max 11.7
soluble nitrogen mg/100 g malt 620 – 800
free amino nitrogen mg/l min 130
b-glucans mg/l max 250
Other analytical information
pH 5.8 – 6.1
saccharification min max 15
viscosity mPas max. 1.60
friability % min 78
degree of fermentation app. % min. 80
diastatic power WK dm min 240
By the way Flanagan thanks for the tip on the boil length!!
http://www.homebrewwest.ie/viking-2-row-pilsner-malt-28-to-45-ebc-25-kg-5558-p.asp
Specifications:
moisture % max 5.0
extract fine % dm min 81
colour °EBC 2.8 – 4.5
protein % dm max 11.7
soluble nitrogen mg/100 g malt 620 – 800
free amino nitrogen mg/l min 130
b-glucans mg/l max 250
Other analytical information
pH 5.8 – 6.1
saccharification min max 15
viscosity mPas max. 1.60
friability % min 78
degree of fermentation app. % min. 80
diastatic power WK dm min 240
By the way Flanagan thanks for the tip on the boil length!!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on December 11, 2015, 05:31:46 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on December 11, 2015, 05:31:46 PM
Thanks Cruiscinlan unfortunately the SMM value is not listed, this value would give a better indication of expected DMS, if the value is low you would need to look elsewhere for the cause of DMS, eg vigour and time of boil as already mentioned, plus cooling time at the end of the Boil.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Flanagan on December 11, 2015, 07:08:34 PM
Post by: Flanagan on December 11, 2015, 07:08:34 PM
Just to add a bit of detail since some of you took an interest.
It was Viking 2 Row Pilsener Malt making up 89% of grain bill.
It was a good thorough rolling boil for 60 mins, I have an electric urn and the pre boil vol was about 15-16L.
It was cooled to 20C or so in about 40 mins. You know the story, about 15mins to get it down to 35-40 then longer for the last 15 degrees or so.
I knew it was DMS, the old tin of corn, but I brought it into a brewday in Galway Bay a few weeks and the dude (Fursey I think) confirmed DMS, with also a little bit of yeast strain. Otherwise I think it would have been a nice beer, 5% belgian blonde job. I have been drinking it but I'm sick of it now, just can't get past that DMS...
It was Viking 2 Row Pilsener Malt making up 89% of grain bill.
It was a good thorough rolling boil for 60 mins, I have an electric urn and the pre boil vol was about 15-16L.
It was cooled to 20C or so in about 40 mins. You know the story, about 15mins to get it down to 35-40 then longer for the last 15 degrees or so.
I knew it was DMS, the old tin of corn, but I brought it into a brewday in Galway Bay a few weeks and the dude (Fursey I think) confirmed DMS, with also a little bit of yeast strain. Otherwise I think it would have been a nice beer, 5% belgian blonde job. I have been drinking it but I'm sick of it now, just can't get past that DMS...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on December 11, 2015, 08:02:03 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on December 11, 2015, 08:02:03 PM
Hi Flanagan
This was no critique on your brewing technique just some background info regarding smm levels in wort and their impact on DMS you are right in that Lagers are better boiled for 90 minutes due to the lower level of colour required during malting/kilning but if this malt stands out it would be nice to see the SMM value to compare
This was no critique on your brewing technique just some background info regarding smm levels in wort and their impact on DMS you are right in that Lagers are better boiled for 90 minutes due to the lower level of colour required during malting/kilning but if this malt stands out it would be nice to see the SMM value to compare
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Tom on December 11, 2015, 11:20:10 PM
Post by: Tom on December 11, 2015, 11:20:10 PM
Sorry to disturb the Viking malt bit, but here's a potential bargain:
https://www.donedeal.ie/antiques-for-sale/beer-pumps/11077972
It's a 4 tap Gaskell and Chambers type pump, built in Dublin. Could have a fair bit of age to it. No price, but have a look at the ebay prices and make a conservative offer based on that. For example:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Antique-traditional-mounted-beer-hand-pull-pump-engine-Shirebrook-Drum-/121834700327?hash=item1c5de9fe27:g:ifsAAOSwys5WUvx4 for £99.
https://www.donedeal.ie/antiques-for-sale/beer-pumps/11077972
It's a 4 tap Gaskell and Chambers type pump, built in Dublin. Could have a fair bit of age to it. No price, but have a look at the ebay prices and make a conservative offer based on that. For example:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Antique-traditional-mounted-beer-hand-pull-pump-engine-Shirebrook-Drum-/121834700327?hash=item1c5de9fe27:g:ifsAAOSwys5WUvx4 for £99.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mcgrath on December 12, 2015, 01:13:47 AM
Post by: mcgrath on December 12, 2015, 01:13:47 AM
Quote from: Tom on December 11, 2015, 11:20:10 PMI'm pretty sure I saw these for sale before and it said the pipework was lead. I would check with seller if you are interested. Lead pipework just doesn't sit well with me..!
Sorry to disturb the Viking malt bit, but here's a potential bargain:
https://www.donedeal.ie/antiques-for-sale/beer-pumps/11077972
It's a 4 tap Gaskell and Chambers type pump, built in Dublin. Could have a fair bit of age to it. No price, but have a look at the ebay prices and make a conservative offer based on that. For example:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Antique-traditional-mounted-beer-hand-pull-pump-engine-Shirebrook-Drum-/121834700327?hash=item1c5de9fe27:g:ifsAAOSwys5WUvx4 for £99.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on January 11, 2016, 10:51:56 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on January 11, 2016, 10:51:56 PM
I was in lidl today and noticed yoga exercise mats for around €6 which looked like they might make good vessel insulation.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Mc Doc on February 14, 2016, 06:35:48 PM
Post by: Mc Doc on February 14, 2016, 06:35:48 PM
Blanchardstown Shopping center,
Debenhams,
Beer and Cider. Few boxes only.
(http://s019.radikal.ru/i603/1602/de/145c0cbde001.jpg)
(http://s017.radikal.ru/i424/1602/71/f036ddc349e1.jpg)
Debenhams,
Beer and Cider. Few boxes only.
(http://s019.radikal.ru/i603/1602/de/145c0cbde001.jpg)
(http://s017.radikal.ru/i424/1602/71/f036ddc349e1.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on February 14, 2016, 06:47:56 PM
Post by: Leann ull on February 14, 2016, 06:47:56 PM
10 pints in 48 hours fooking hell what is that shit
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: delzep on February 14, 2016, 06:53:18 PM
Post by: delzep on February 14, 2016, 06:53:18 PM
Alcomiwadi?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Jonnycheech on February 14, 2016, 10:21:24 PM
Post by: Jonnycheech on February 14, 2016, 10:21:24 PM
Naturally cloudy - I'm sure it would be if you drank it after 48hours from pitching....eeeeew!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on February 15, 2016, 10:09:54 PM
Post by: Will_D on February 15, 2016, 10:09:54 PM
10 pints for €22-50/15-75/11.25??
10 pint bottles of Bulmers pear is about €22
Are mugs still being born every day?
Oh btw I have a great business idea: Based in the south seas its making designer Bubbles filled with pear cider!
Aka: The "Great South Sea Pear Cider Bubble":
See here [but no mention of Pear Cider]:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Sea_Company (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Sea_Company)
10 pint bottles of Bulmers pear is about €22
Are mugs still being born every day?
Oh btw I have a great business idea: Based in the south seas its making designer Bubbles filled with pear cider!
Aka: The "Great South Sea Pear Cider Bubble":
See here [but no mention of Pear Cider]:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Sea_Company (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Sea_Company)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: gazz on February 26, 2016, 11:38:09 AM
Post by: gazz on February 26, 2016, 11:38:09 AM
Guinness - Trivet.
€1.70 was €12.79
The perfect place to rest your hot pots and pans
http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/2441698.htm&referrer=COJUN
€1.70 was €12.79
The perfect place to rest your hot pots and pans
http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/2441698.htm&referrer=COJUN
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on February 26, 2016, 11:48:49 AM
Post by: LordEoin on February 26, 2016, 11:48:49 AM
out of stock all across cork :(
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: ColdTurkey on February 26, 2016, 01:44:48 PM
Post by: ColdTurkey on February 26, 2016, 01:44:48 PM
For a relatively cheap diy wort chiller Woodies are doing 20% off at the minute.
I got a copper coil in there for about €18 last time round
Text this to yourself
SAVE 20% at Woodie's Fri26-Mon29. Just SHOW THIS TEXT instore. T&Cs apply, not valid on discount items, Sheds, Showers, LrgAppliances Unsub txt REMOVE to 50015.
And show them the text at checkout
I got a copper coil in there for about €18 last time round
Text this to yourself
SAVE 20% at Woodie's Fri26-Mon29. Just SHOW THIS TEXT instore. T&Cs apply, not valid on discount items, Sheds, Showers, LrgAppliances Unsub txt REMOVE to 50015.
And show them the text at checkout
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on February 28, 2016, 09:32:13 AM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on February 28, 2016, 09:32:13 AM
This fridge would make somebody a sexy fermentation chamber http://www.donedeal.ie/view/11648495
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on February 28, 2016, 09:42:44 AM
Post by: Leann ull on February 28, 2016, 09:42:44 AM
Nice spot and cheap but those glass fronted fridges cost a bloody fortune to run because of their inefficiency, tall larder fridge a better bet.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on February 29, 2016, 07:11:17 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on February 29, 2016, 07:11:17 PM
It's probably more to do with the amount of times the door is opened for sales etc.
Anyway the centre isle in Lidl have kitchen timers today with the ability to set three seperate times, ideal for hop additions http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=36893
Anyway the centre isle in Lidl have kitchen timers today with the ability to set three seperate times, ideal for hop additions http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=36893
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on February 29, 2016, 11:33:15 PM
Post by: Will_D on February 29, 2016, 11:33:15 PM
These eat batteries for breakfast!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mcgrath on March 01, 2016, 12:00:03 AM
Post by: mcgrath on March 01, 2016, 12:00:03 AM
I'd put the money towards beersmith. It does your hop alarms and much more...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on March 07, 2016, 05:12:32 PM
Post by: dcalnan on March 07, 2016, 05:12:32 PM
Just saw aldi are getting the brass hose accessories in on Thursday,
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on March 07, 2016, 05:27:36 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on March 07, 2016, 05:27:36 PM
They are great to use with silicone hose :) :)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Shanna on March 08, 2016, 07:43:19 AM
Post by: Shanna on March 08, 2016, 07:43:19 AM
Quote from: DEMPSEY on March 07, 2016, 05:27:36 PMNot so great with garden hose though especially the cheaper hoses as they tend to cause the hose to split. I have found the plastic connectors better over the long term.
They are great to use with silicone hose :) :)
Shanna
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DCLavs on March 08, 2016, 11:01:26 PM
Post by: DCLavs on March 08, 2016, 11:01:26 PM
https://www.aldi.co.uk/4-part-hose-accessories-set/p/092959017798300
You can now order from Aldi's website and delivery is free atm.
You can now order from Aldi's website and delivery is free atm.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: imark on March 14, 2016, 11:02:59 AM
Post by: imark on March 14, 2016, 11:02:59 AM
Buffalo 3kW induction hob is at a low price now if anybody is looking to go induction. http://www.nisbets.ie/Buffalo-Induction-Hob-3000W/CE208/ProductDetail.raction (http://www.nisbets.ie/Buffalo-Induction-Hob-3000W/CE208/ProductDetail.raction)
This is the unit I use and I can't fault it.
(http://www.nisbets.ie/asset/en/product/large/ce208.jpg)
This is the unit I use and I can't fault it.
(http://www.nisbets.ie/asset/en/product/large/ce208.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Bubbles on March 14, 2016, 11:09:32 AM
Post by: Bubbles on March 14, 2016, 11:09:32 AM
Quote from: imark on March 14, 2016, 11:02:59 AM
Buffalo 3kW induction hob is at a low price now if anybody is looking to go induction. http://www.nisbets.ie/Buffalo-Induction-Hob-3000W/CE208/ProductDetail.raction (http://www.nisbets.ie/Buffalo-Induction-Hob-3000W/CE208/ProductDetail.raction)
This is the unit I use and I can't fault it.
(http://www.nisbets.ie/asset/en/product/large/ce208.jpg)
What volume is the pot you use on this? Does the pot need to exactly fit the ring on the hob?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: delzep on March 14, 2016, 11:16:55 AM
Post by: delzep on March 14, 2016, 11:16:55 AM
I have one and use a 34L pot on it no bother. It's a bit bigger than the hob and it's grand
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: bachus on March 14, 2016, 01:05:03 PM
Post by: bachus on March 14, 2016, 01:05:03 PM
Quote from: dcalnan on March 07, 2016, 05:12:32 PM
Just saw aldi are getting the brass hose accessories in on Thursday,
Oh yes, and very nice 210 Litre fermenting barrel just only for €39.9 >:D
(http://s29.postimg.org/of2z5w66f/ferm.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on March 14, 2016, 01:50:31 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on March 14, 2016, 01:50:31 PM
Eaah not as a fermentor unless your hard of hearing and are looking to grow a third ear :D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: armedcor on March 14, 2016, 02:32:56 PM
Post by: armedcor on March 14, 2016, 02:32:56 PM
I use that induction hop with my 10gallon ss brewtech pot. Works like a champ, though I did put some insulation around the pot to speed things up!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on March 14, 2016, 02:37:24 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on March 14, 2016, 02:37:24 PM
Is that Irish 10 gallon's :)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: bachus on March 14, 2016, 02:47:21 PM
Post by: bachus on March 14, 2016, 02:47:21 PM
Quote from: DEMPSEY on March 14, 2016, 01:50:31 PMI'm quite certain that will be perfect for cheap "barrel-aged" green beer. ;-)
Eaah not as a fermentor unless your hard of hearing and are looking to grow a third ear :D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on March 14, 2016, 03:20:08 PM
Post by: Leann ull on March 14, 2016, 03:20:08 PM
If you have had all the children in life you want and don't want an extra testicle or "moob" this is perfect for your water or fermentation.
Made from "scrubbed" (to remove the paint) recycled car bumper material and non food approved carbon black colouring this would be perfect.
Made from "scrubbed" (to remove the paint) recycled car bumper material and non food approved carbon black colouring this would be perfect.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: imark on March 14, 2016, 04:11:23 PM
Post by: imark on March 14, 2016, 04:11:23 PM
Quote from: bachus on March 14, 2016, 02:47:21 PMI'll have a new image in my mind ( a less romantic one) next time I get a barrel aged beer. ;D
I'm quite certain that will be perfect for cheap "barrel-aged" green beer. ;-)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: bachus on March 14, 2016, 04:18:32 PM
Post by: bachus on March 14, 2016, 04:18:32 PM
Quote from: CH on March 14, 2016, 03:20:08 PM
If you have had all the children in life you want and don't want an extra testicle or "moob" this is perfect for your water or fermentation.
Made from "scrubbed" (to remove the paint) recycled car bumper material and non food approved carbon black colouring this would be perfect.
1. https://goo.gl/NvnoiK ;-)
2. Just to confirm - I am using plastic fermenters very occasionally. I am big fan of the glass demijohns/carboys. Plastic fermenters are great for cultivating mold and other microorganisms. All small scratches are perfect for bacteria/microorganisms and sanitation/cleaning process is not always killing all of them. .
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on March 14, 2016, 06:07:35 PM
Post by: Leann ull on March 14, 2016, 06:07:35 PM
Plastic fermenters are cost effective as long as you use a soft cloth to to clean them.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Pheeel on March 14, 2016, 06:17:54 PM
Post by: Pheeel on March 14, 2016, 06:17:54 PM
Glass carboys are more of a pain to clean. I haven't bothered with glass for over a year. Also they make a lot more mess if you drop them while full (got the t-shirt!!)
Title: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on March 14, 2016, 07:17:08 PM
Post by: Leann ull on March 14, 2016, 07:17:08 PM
Technique for cleaning and carrying have you not seen my patent pending process?
Handle is essential but only for steering not load bearing
Handle is essential but only for steering not load bearing
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Motorbikeman on March 23, 2016, 03:32:40 PM
Post by: Motorbikeman on March 23, 2016, 03:32:40 PM
Undercounter Fridge on Adverts with no freezer compartment by the looks of it.
20 euro in Blanch .. Im sure some could make use of it here.
http://www.adverts.ie/fridges/fridge/10114414
20 euro in Blanch .. Im sure some could make use of it here.
http://www.adverts.ie/fridges/fridge/10114414
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on March 30, 2016, 11:56:41 AM
Post by: Qs on March 30, 2016, 11:56:41 AM
Theres someone on the homebrew Ireland fb group selling cornys for €25, looks like he has a good few.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on March 30, 2016, 09:04:49 PM
Post by: dcalnan on March 30, 2016, 09:04:49 PM
Thanks for that , collecting some tomorrow.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: gazz on April 01, 2016, 01:46:23 PM
Post by: gazz on April 01, 2016, 01:46:23 PM
Kindle edition of clone brews £2.45
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B003UV8ZSU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_twi_kin_2?qid=1459514711&sr=8-1&keywords=clone+brews
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B003UV8ZSU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_twi_kin_2?qid=1459514711&sr=8-1&keywords=clone+brews
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: gazz on April 01, 2016, 10:28:19 PM
Post by: gazz on April 01, 2016, 10:28:19 PM
Banggood which I have used a good few times (usual China shipping times) have
11% Off Coupon: BREW11 End date: 25/04/2016
http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-Beer-Brewing-Equipment-c-4204.html?bid=20895&bid=20855?p=ET2409786761201409VD
11% Off Coupon: BREW11 End date: 25/04/2016
http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-Beer-Brewing-Equipment-c-4204.html?bid=20895&bid=20855?p=ET2409786761201409VD
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: gazz on April 04, 2016, 06:42:27 PM
Post by: gazz on April 04, 2016, 06:42:27 PM
Add 800w with heatstick for $1
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-Travel-Heater-Element-Mini-Boiler-Hot-Water-Coffee-Immersion-800W-220V-mar14/32627976279.html?
Could be a load of shite but ordered for the $1, I have a 2.6kw buffalo boiler so this might just help
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-Travel-Heater-Element-Mini-Boiler-Hot-Water-Coffee-Immersion-800W-220V-mar14/32627976279.html?
Could be a load of shite but ordered for the $1, I have a 2.6kw buffalo boiler so this might just help
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: nigel_c on April 04, 2016, 06:47:07 PM
Post by: nigel_c on April 04, 2016, 06:47:07 PM
Handy for making a cut of tea when your mash is on. That's about it.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on April 04, 2016, 06:48:17 PM
Post by: Leann ull on April 04, 2016, 06:48:17 PM
Big fan of this guy at the moment
http://youtu.be/EViyccc2t9w
Where's the earth
http://youtu.be/EViyccc2t9w
Where's the earth
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: gazz on April 04, 2016, 07:27:58 PM
Post by: gazz on April 04, 2016, 07:27:58 PM
$1 bit of electronics that your sticking in water, shuh what could go wrong......Think ill throw it in the bin >:(
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Damofto on April 04, 2016, 10:25:47 PM
Post by: Damofto on April 04, 2016, 10:25:47 PM
German beers on Groupon 23 for €39.99
https://www.groupon.ie/deals/gg-sim-buy-15-2?p=1&nlp=&CID=IE_CRM_1_0_0_95&utm_source=channel_goods&utm_medium=email&sid=a6c7a00e-e8f8-48a9-a226-fb1af8d260d0_0_20160404&eh=5f81ac3cd669422d880735dc0c8826003ac0f00180a58e23c89428e6fe8f7fa5&date=20160404&sender=rm&s=body&c=title&d=deal-page&utm_campaign=gg-sim-buy-15-2-90973763
https://www.groupon.ie/deals/gg-sim-buy-15-2?p=1&nlp=&CID=IE_CRM_1_0_0_95&utm_source=channel_goods&utm_medium=email&sid=a6c7a00e-e8f8-48a9-a226-fb1af8d260d0_0_20160404&eh=5f81ac3cd669422d880735dc0c8826003ac0f00180a58e23c89428e6fe8f7fa5&date=20160404&sender=rm&s=body&c=title&d=deal-page&utm_campaign=gg-sim-buy-15-2-90973763
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on April 04, 2016, 10:26:47 PM
Post by: Leann ull on April 04, 2016, 10:26:47 PM
I'm sure it works, but I'd be crapping myself using it.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 04, 2016, 11:01:34 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on April 04, 2016, 11:01:34 PM
https://www.donedeal.ie/cateringfittings-for-sale/bar-equipment-reduced/9702511
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Frequent Sequence on April 08, 2016, 04:29:14 PM
Post by: Frequent Sequence on April 08, 2016, 04:29:14 PM
Aldi have hurleys up to 28" for 8.99. perfect for diy mash paddles.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: gazz on April 10, 2016, 02:39:01 PM
Post by: gazz on April 10, 2016, 02:39:01 PM
CloneBrews, 2nd Edition: Recipes for 200 Commercial Beers...Reduced again only £1.58 for the kindle edition,bargain!
http://amzn.to/1SpObuL
http://amzn.to/1SpObuL
QuoteBrew your own clones of Magic Hat #9, Ithaca Brown, Moose Drool, Samuel Adams Boston Ale, and 196 more commercial beers! Revised, improved, and expanded, this second edition of CloneBrews contains 50 brand-new recipes, updated mashing guidelines, and a food pairing feature that recommends the best fare to match every beer. With basic brewing equipment and a bit of know-how, you can duplicate all of your favorite lagers and ales from home.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Motorbikeman on April 10, 2016, 09:08:38 PM
Post by: Motorbikeman on April 10, 2016, 09:08:38 PM
Quote from: gazz on April 10, 2016, 02:39:01 PM
CloneBrews, 2nd Edition: Recipes for 200 Commercial Beers...Reduced again only £1.58 for the kindle edition,bargain!
http://amzn.to/1SpObuLQuoteBrew your own clones of Magic Hat #9, Ithaca Brown, Moose Drool, Samuel Adams Boston Ale, and 196 more commercial beers! Revised, improved, and expanded, this second edition of CloneBrews contains 50 brand-new recipes, updated mashing guidelines, and a food pairing feature that recommends the best fare to match every beer. With basic brewing equipment and a bit of know-how, you can duplicate all of your favorite lagers and ales from home.
Can the kindle edition be downloaded and viewed on a windows laptop?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: pob on April 10, 2016, 09:35:05 PM
Post by: pob on April 10, 2016, 09:35:05 PM
What version of Windows?
On 8 or 10, there is a Kindle App (https://www.microsoft.com/en-ie/store/apps/kindle/9wzdncrfj3vn)
Or Windows 7 from Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/gp/kindle/pc/download)
On 8 or 10, there is a Kindle App (https://www.microsoft.com/en-ie/store/apps/kindle/9wzdncrfj3vn)
Or Windows 7 from Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/gp/kindle/pc/download)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: gazz on April 10, 2016, 09:43:47 PM
Post by: gazz on April 10, 2016, 09:43:47 PM
Yeah Kindle also have good apps for reading on your phone
Another cheap book,only 99p Kindle version (£14 paperback)
http://amzn.to/1Q27WHl
Home Brewing: A Complete Guide On How To Brew Beer Kindle Edition
Another cheap book,only 99p Kindle version (£14 paperback)
http://amzn.to/1Q27WHl
Home Brewing: A Complete Guide On How To Brew Beer Kindle Edition
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Motorbikeman on May 24, 2016, 08:43:50 PM
Post by: Motorbikeman on May 24, 2016, 08:43:50 PM
Tesco naas last night at 11pm.
They will be discounted in every Extra store.
(http://s33.postimg.org/9r2rvq01r/20160523_215028.jpg)
They will be discounted in every Extra store.
(http://s33.postimg.org/9r2rvq01r/20160523_215028.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mr hoppy on May 24, 2016, 10:24:07 PM
Post by: mr hoppy on May 24, 2016, 10:24:07 PM
I wonder what's unique and patentable about their plastic bucket?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on May 25, 2016, 12:26:14 AM
Post by: LordEoin on May 25, 2016, 12:26:14 AM
the krausen collar and tap design
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mr hoppy on May 25, 2016, 01:09:45 PM
Post by: mr hoppy on May 25, 2016, 01:09:45 PM
what's a krausen collar?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on May 26, 2016, 07:13:15 AM
Post by: LordEoin on May 26, 2016, 07:13:15 AM
it's a removable collar between the main bucket and the lid.
It gives extra head space for fermentation.
Then once the krausen dies down you can remove the collar, reducing the headspace and removing the krausen ring.
It gives extra head space for fermentation.
Then once the krausen dies down you can remove the collar, reducing the headspace and removing the krausen ring.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Dunkel on June 08, 2016, 11:24:18 AM
Post by: Dunkel on June 08, 2016, 11:24:18 AM
Stainless steel drainer in Lidl from tomorrow - might be of some use.
http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=40965
http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=40965
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Frequent Sequence on June 08, 2016, 09:34:22 PM
Post by: Frequent Sequence on June 08, 2016, 09:34:22 PM
I have one of those strainers Dunkel. Very handy for BIAB.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: SprocketFuel on June 09, 2016, 07:34:15 PM
Post by: SprocketFuel on June 09, 2016, 07:34:15 PM
https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/sun-12-june/products-detail-page/ps/p/dolly-trolley-3/
Could be handy for moving full buckets from the kitchen to storage
Could be handy for moving full buckets from the kitchen to storage
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Simon_ on June 10, 2016, 01:10:15 PM
Post by: Simon_ on June 10, 2016, 01:10:15 PM
Quote from: Stecleary84 on June 09, 2016, 07:34:15 PM
https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/sun-12-june/products-detail-page/ps/p/dolly-trolley-3/
Could be handy for moving full buckets from the kitchen to storage
In the same vein I got one of these Ikea trolleys (http://www.ikea.com/ie/en/products/tools-fittings-curtain-rails/tools-fittings/frakta-trolley-blue-art-30129959/) recently for €8 'family' price
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Pheeel on June 10, 2016, 01:31:26 PM
Post by: Pheeel on June 10, 2016, 01:31:26 PM
I use the ikea trolley too. Works a treat :)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: oconn on June 10, 2016, 03:30:04 PM
Post by: oconn on June 10, 2016, 03:30:04 PM
@Frequent Sequence do you pour the mash thru this or use it as an extra mesh layer ?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Frequent Sequence on June 10, 2016, 03:44:04 PM
Post by: Frequent Sequence on June 10, 2016, 03:44:04 PM
when doing brew in a bag I let the bag drain sitting on the strainer. like this
(http://i.imgur.com/1ngqioc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/1ngqioc.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on June 10, 2016, 06:22:59 PM
Post by: Leann ull on June 10, 2016, 06:22:59 PM
I've recently started pumping from MT through an old spider very similar to the GB ones from Bridgwater and I'm amazed even using herms how much "fluff" I catch going into the boiler so something like this would be ideal, hot side aeration is a Homebrewers myth btw boiling for an hour takes care of any oxygen in any case
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Johnjerm on June 20, 2016, 12:26:44 PM
Post by: Johnjerm on June 20, 2016, 12:26:44 PM
Would this induction hob from Aldi be any way useful?
https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/hurry-while-stocks-last/hurry-while-stocks-last/ps/p/single-induction-hob-2/
https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/hurry-while-stocks-last/hurry-while-stocks-last/ps/p/single-induction-hob-2/
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Pheeel on June 20, 2016, 01:09:50 PM
Post by: Pheeel on June 20, 2016, 01:09:50 PM
Yep I use one like that for sparge water. I normally start it up 30 minutes before sparge o'clock
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: shweeney on June 20, 2016, 03:53:55 PM
Post by: shweeney on June 20, 2016, 03:53:55 PM
would an induction hob like that be enough to boil (say) 15L of wort in a stockpot. Under pressure to "take it outside, beerboy" - I considered a gas ring but I'd need to keep a spare cyclinder on hand and gas is expensive (and really inefficient if it's in any way windy).
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: armedcor on June 20, 2016, 04:34:30 PM
Post by: armedcor on June 20, 2016, 04:34:30 PM
I boiled 28 litres of wort on my 3kw buffalo induction hob last week. Works a treat.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: shweeney on June 20, 2016, 05:19:33 PM
Post by: shweeney on June 20, 2016, 05:19:33 PM
Quote from: armedcor on June 20, 2016, 04:34:30 PM
I boiled 28 litres of wort on my 3kw buffalo induction hob last week. Works a treat.
this Aldi one's only 2kW but is 1/4 the price...
at the price of the Buffalo hob, I'd probably be looking at one of these (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271824440789) instead (it's out of stock at the moment, hence the ridiculous price. normally about £120).
boiling calculator here (https://www.easycalculation.com/physics/thermodynamics/water-boiling-time-calculator.php) suggests 49 minutes to get 15L from 15C to boiling @ 2kW (assuming 90% efficiency) - that's pretty slow, though I'm not sure how long it takes on my kitchen (gas) hob currently
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: armedcor on June 20, 2016, 05:22:41 PM
Post by: armedcor on June 20, 2016, 05:22:41 PM
I got my buffalo hob as a referb unit on eBay. Works perfectly and only cost me about 130 euro. I had the ss brewtech kettle which is induction ready so it was a no brainer. The aldi one should be able to handle 15 litres though... That was the point of my post.
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Pheeel on June 20, 2016, 05:32:08 PM
Post by: Pheeel on June 20, 2016, 05:32:08 PM
Quote from: shweeney on June 20, 2016, 05:19:33 PM
boiling calculator here (https://www.easycalculation.com/physics/thermodynamics/water-boiling-time-calculator.php) suggests 49 minutes to get 15L from 15C to boiling @ 2kW (assuming 90% efficiency) - that's pretty slow, though I'm not sure how long it takes on my kitchen (gas) hob currently
Why would you be going from 15c to boiling? Wouldn't you be going from sparge temp (67cish) to boiling?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: shweeney on June 20, 2016, 05:39:49 PM
Post by: shweeney on June 20, 2016, 05:39:49 PM
Quote from: Pheeel on June 20, 2016, 05:32:08 PMQuote from: shweeney on June 20, 2016, 05:19:33 PM
boiling calculator here (https://www.easycalculation.com/physics/thermodynamics/water-boiling-time-calculator.php) suggests 49 minutes to get 15L from 15C to boiling @ 2kW (assuming 90% efficiency) - that's pretty slow, though I'm not sure how long it takes on my kitchen (gas) hob currently
Why would you be going from 15c to boiling? Wouldn't you be going from sparge temp (67cish) to boiling?
assuming it comes out of the tap @ 15C... 15-->66 (mash) 66-->100 (boil).
Actually that's probably not much slower than my hob, takes the best part of half an hour to get to mash temp, and then what seems like forever to get to a rolling boil; I'd say it is the best part of an hour in total.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: armedcor on June 20, 2016, 06:55:59 PM
Post by: armedcor on June 20, 2016, 06:55:59 PM
Yea it's definitely not the fastest. I have my kettle wrapped in reflectix which you can't do on gas which is a plus! I think I got 20 litres from 18 to 68 degrees in about 20 mins give or take a few mins. I wasn't watching very closely.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Skittlebrau on June 20, 2016, 08:19:23 PM
Post by: Skittlebrau on June 20, 2016, 08:19:23 PM
Quote from: Johnjerm on June 20, 2016, 12:26:44 PM
Would this induction hob from Aldi be any way useful?
https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/hurry-while-stocks-last/hurry-while-stocks-last/ps/p/single-induction-hob-2/
I started using this hob recently. 14L of Water from 20C to 70C in 25 minutes. 70C to Boiling in 20 minutes. This is with a stainless steel stock pot wrapped with insulation.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: shweeney on June 20, 2016, 11:22:11 PM
Post by: shweeney on June 20, 2016, 11:22:11 PM
For me the point may be moot - just checked my stockpot and it's only very slightly magnetic so I don't think it would work with induction.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Motorbikeman on June 21, 2016, 05:13:24 PM
Post by: Motorbikeman on June 21, 2016, 05:13:24 PM
There is a lad selling empty kegs on adverts for 15 a pop.
www.adverts.ie
www.adverts.ie
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on June 21, 2016, 05:53:12 PM
Post by: dcalnan on June 21, 2016, 05:53:12 PM
He's also selling full ones underneath, expect a call from Guinness in 3,2,1...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Motorbikeman on June 24, 2016, 08:37:54 PM
Post by: Motorbikeman on June 24, 2016, 08:37:54 PM
Tesco has all home brew stuff reduced to clear. It seem all the kits are down to a 5 or 6 euro from 22.
Plus loads of equipment priced to disappear.
I got a load of bit and bobs .. Naas.. not much left . But they have loads of beer kit still there.
They will be the same price nation wide.
(https://s25.postimg.org/rqgrvs2z3/P1020441.jpg)
Plus loads of equipment priced to disappear.
I got a load of bit and bobs .. Naas.. not much left . But they have loads of beer kit still there.
They will be the same price nation wide.
(https://s25.postimg.org/rqgrvs2z3/P1020441.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: nigel_c on June 24, 2016, 10:38:11 PM
Post by: nigel_c on June 24, 2016, 10:38:11 PM
Ah staff discount. I glad in not the only one.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: 2401keith on June 25, 2016, 03:35:56 PM
Post by: 2401keith on June 25, 2016, 03:35:56 PM
Quote from: Motorbikeman on June 24, 2016, 08:37:54 PMDo all tesco do home brew gear or just naas never seen in there in my area (drogheda)
Tesco has all home brew stuff reduced to clear. It seem all the kits are down to a 5 or 6 euro from 22.
Plus loads of equipment priced to disappear.
I got a load of bit and bobs .. Naas.. not much left . But they have loads of beer kit still there.
They will be the same price nation wide.
(https://s25.postimg.org/rqgrvs2z3/P1020441.jpg)
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: johnrm on June 25, 2016, 05:05:58 PM
Post by: johnrm on June 25, 2016, 05:05:58 PM
Only the bigger ones afaik.
If they are reduced to clear then they have given it a go and are probably discontinuing.
If they are reduced to clear then they have given it a go and are probably discontinuing.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Motorbikeman on June 26, 2016, 08:34:36 AM
Post by: Motorbikeman on June 26, 2016, 08:34:36 AM
Its not going completely by the looks of it. As lots of stuff is still at full price.
All the wine stuff and lots of kits are still full price. The section has always been a steady seller.
All the wine stuff and lots of kits are still full price. The section has always been a steady seller.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Greg2013 on June 26, 2016, 11:34:29 AM
Post by: Greg2013 on June 26, 2016, 11:34:29 AM
Very few Tesco sell home brew stuff nationwide,most get it in for a while and give up.I have only ever seen it for sale once in Tesco in Waterford but not anymore,pity because it would be dead handy for emergencies. ;D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: 2401keith on June 26, 2016, 09:32:24 PM
Post by: 2401keith on June 26, 2016, 09:32:24 PM
Ya It would be good postage is a killer if your stuck for something small!! any hidden sellers out there????
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: 2401keith on June 28, 2016, 08:31:14 PM
Post by: 2401keith on June 28, 2016, 08:31:14 PM
Tesco has some home brew if your willing to pay 22 euro for a can iv coopers I'd say mottly brew won't loose any sleep over the Competition
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Simon_ on July 12, 2016, 11:19:44 PM
Post by: Simon_ on July 12, 2016, 11:19:44 PM
Inkbird itc308 for £24 on Amazon (http://uk.camelcamelcamel.com/Inkbird-Digital-Temperature-Controller-Thermostat/product/B018JPUZKC?active=price_new&context=home_tracked_deals). It's lowest price there. Free delivery but only to UK so used parcel wizard
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 13, 2016, 10:32:17 AM
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 13, 2016, 10:32:17 AM
27 PET bottles 750ml for €27 on adverts http://www.adverts.ie/crazy-random-stuff/27-pet-bottles/10899885
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: paddyp on July 13, 2016, 11:05:35 AM
Post by: paddyp on July 13, 2016, 11:05:35 AM
Quote from: DEMPSEY on July 13, 2016, 10:32:17 AM
27 PET bottles 750ml for €27 on adverts http://www.adverts.ie/crazy-random-stuff/27-pet-bottles/10899885
30 new is €26 (plus postage obviously)
http://www.homebrewwest.ie/coopers-15-by-740ml-pet-bottles-5875-p.asp
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 15, 2016, 11:37:02 AM
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 15, 2016, 11:37:02 AM
Beer cooler in Limerick
http://touch.adverts.ie/other-celebrations-and-occasions/beer-cooler/10915184
http://touch.adverts.ie/other-celebrations-and-occasions/beer-cooler/10915184
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: tullaroan on July 15, 2016, 11:51:38 AM
Post by: tullaroan on July 15, 2016, 11:51:38 AM
Is anyone familiar with that? I can't see how it would work. Looks too small for kegs !
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on July 15, 2016, 12:00:15 PM
Post by: Leann ull on July 15, 2016, 12:00:15 PM
its no bargain they are typically 80-100 ;)
https://www.donedeal.ie/otherhome-for-sale/beer-cooler/12613924
https://www.donedeal.ie/otherhome-for-sale/beer-cooler/12613924
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 15, 2016, 12:19:24 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 15, 2016, 12:19:24 PM
You run the beer through it and it flash cools it as it passes through it.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 15, 2016, 12:35:32 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 15, 2016, 12:35:32 PM
Who be he
https://www.donedeal.ie/hobbies-for-sale/homebrew-supplies/11709014
https://www.donedeal.ie/hobbies-for-sale/homebrew-supplies/11709014
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 15, 2016, 12:43:06 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 15, 2016, 12:43:06 PM
Anyone going pro and want to do some filtration,this is for you.
https://www.donedeal.ie/cateringfittings-for-sale/beverage-filter/12623039
https://www.donedeal.ie/cateringfittings-for-sale/beverage-filter/12623039
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on July 15, 2016, 04:32:55 PM
Post by: Leann ull on July 15, 2016, 04:32:55 PM
Nice Larder fridge for somebody in Tip.
https://www.donedeal.ie/kitchenappliances-for-sale/house-clearance/12796759
Just plug it in to hear it run before you leave with it
https://www.donedeal.ie/kitchenappliances-for-sale/house-clearance/12796759
Just plug it in to hear it run before you leave with it
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Greg2013 on July 16, 2016, 12:57:00 AM
Post by: Greg2013 on July 16, 2016, 12:57:00 AM
Quote from: DEMPSEY on July 15, 2016, 12:35:32 PM
Who be he
https://www.donedeal.ie/hobbies-for-sale/homebrew-supplies/11709014
They have been around since i started homebrewing,think it's a couple of old dears,can't remember names now,they only advertise through dondeal,no website etc. ;D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mr hoppy on July 16, 2016, 08:46:18 AM
Post by: mr hoppy on July 16, 2016, 08:46:18 AM
You're not thinking of Bob Tansey are you? He was in Glengarriff in west Cork. He was still going last year - you'd see him at the market in Bantry on Fridays.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Jonnycheech on July 16, 2016, 05:23:03 PM
Post by: Jonnycheech on July 16, 2016, 05:23:03 PM
I think this might have been posted before but it's worth a repost.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Classic-SuperFast-Thermapen-professional-thermometer/dp/B01AAAD9ZW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468684954&sr=8-1&keywords=thermapen
Calibrated Thermapen 3, £24 down from £48, if you don't have a problem with the colours blue or purple.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Classic-SuperFast-Thermapen-professional-thermometer/dp/B01AAAD9ZW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468684954&sr=8-1&keywords=thermapen
Calibrated Thermapen 3, £24 down from £48, if you don't have a problem with the colours blue or purple.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on July 16, 2016, 05:31:02 PM
Post by: Qs on July 16, 2016, 05:31:02 PM
Thats a great price. You'd be mad not to get one at that.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: pob on July 16, 2016, 09:03:15 PM
Post by: pob on July 16, 2016, 09:03:15 PM
Perfect timing, old digital one just died today.
Ordered.
Ordered.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on July 16, 2016, 10:20:30 PM
Post by: Leann ull on July 16, 2016, 10:20:30 PM
I can't rate them highly enough and showed me when I had issues on even what I thought were good thermometers
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Motorbikeman on July 18, 2016, 03:43:20 PM
Post by: Motorbikeman on July 18, 2016, 03:43:20 PM
Thanks for bringing the thermopen to my attention. just what i needed
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DCLavs on July 19, 2016, 04:56:37 PM
Post by: DCLavs on July 19, 2016, 04:56:37 PM
What's the main advatage in buying a thermopen?
Are the cheaper thermometers not accurate?
Are the cheaper thermometers not accurate?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cunnol on July 19, 2016, 05:31:14 PM
Post by: cunnol on July 19, 2016, 05:31:14 PM
Would this not be handier than the thermo pen?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B015DYX5S6/ref=pd_aw_sim_79_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=41FQ%2BF1EFsL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C100_&psc=1&refRID=YB5BWMDN9SVJXS21NP2V (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B015DYX5S6/ref=pd_aw_sim_79_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=41FQ%2BF1EFsL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C100_&psc=1&refRID=YB5BWMDN9SVJXS21NP2V)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B015DYX5S6/ref=pd_aw_sim_79_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=41FQ%2BF1EFsL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C100_&psc=1&refRID=YB5BWMDN9SVJXS21NP2V (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B015DYX5S6/ref=pd_aw_sim_79_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=41FQ%2BF1EFsL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C100_&psc=1&refRID=YB5BWMDN9SVJXS21NP2V)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Motorbikeman on July 19, 2016, 05:32:42 PM
Post by: Motorbikeman on July 19, 2016, 05:32:42 PM
25 quid is cheap though.
From all its reviews I have seen, it seems that it's the last one you will buy.
From all its reviews I have seen, it seems that it's the last one you will buy.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DCLavs on July 19, 2016, 05:40:17 PM
Post by: DCLavs on July 19, 2016, 05:40:17 PM
Quote from: Motorbikeman on July 19, 2016, 05:32:42 PM
25 quid is cheap though.
From all its reviews I have seen, it seems that it's the last one you will buy.
8 quid is cheaper https://www.amazon.co.uk/Habor-Thermometer-Ultra-fast-Accurate-Stainless/dp/B01DZ7DIDU/ref=cm_wl_huc_item
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on July 19, 2016, 05:48:31 PM
Post by: Leann ull on July 19, 2016, 05:48:31 PM
Thermopens are all calibrated and come with a cert of calibration if you want hyper accuracy go with the thermopen.
Did you read the reviews of that
1.0 out of 5 starsTerrible quality. And you cannot replace the battery.
ByMartin Beldersonon 19 June 2016
Colour: Pen Clip|Verified Purchase
Looks far more impressive in the photo than in reality. You cannot even recalibrate it (mine was 2℃ off) and you cannot change the batter. It lasted a week before it stopped working. Very poor build quality. It looks and feels like a cheap Chinese knock-off of a better thermometer which is what I should have bought in the first place. My advice is to spend more on something you will be able to rely upon.
ByAmazon Customeron 26 May 2016
Colour: Pen Clip|Verified Purchase
When inserted into meat it tells me random temperatures all over the place. I inserted the probe into a pork shoulder that had been cooking for 8 hours and it told me the temperature was -20. I tested it a few other times and the temperatures were completely erratic.
Did you read the reviews of that
1.0 out of 5 starsTerrible quality. And you cannot replace the battery.
ByMartin Beldersonon 19 June 2016
Colour: Pen Clip|Verified Purchase
Looks far more impressive in the photo than in reality. You cannot even recalibrate it (mine was 2℃ off) and you cannot change the batter. It lasted a week before it stopped working. Very poor build quality. It looks and feels like a cheap Chinese knock-off of a better thermometer which is what I should have bought in the first place. My advice is to spend more on something you will be able to rely upon.
ByAmazon Customeron 26 May 2016
Colour: Pen Clip|Verified Purchase
When inserted into meat it tells me random temperatures all over the place. I inserted the probe into a pork shoulder that had been cooking for 8 hours and it told me the temperature was -20. I tested it a few other times and the temperatures were completely erratic.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DCLavs on July 19, 2016, 06:06:44 PM
Post by: DCLavs on July 19, 2016, 06:06:44 PM
57 out of 63 are 5 star reviews....sounds like a couple of faulty ones the 1 stars.Think I'll risk it.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on July 19, 2016, 06:19:55 PM
Post by: Leann ull on July 19, 2016, 06:19:55 PM
Please do come back here crying when the most important bit of kit in your entire brewing process turns out to be a crock ;D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DCLavs on July 19, 2016, 06:21:17 PM
Post by: DCLavs on July 19, 2016, 06:21:17 PM
Quote from: CH on July 19, 2016, 06:19:55 PM
Please do come back here crying when the most important bit of kit in your entire brewing process turns out to be a crock ;D
Will do Mystic CH :D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on July 19, 2016, 07:10:10 PM
Post by: Leann ull on July 19, 2016, 07:10:10 PM
I can give you tomorrows lottery numbers as well if you like ;)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DCLavs on July 19, 2016, 07:20:40 PM
Post by: DCLavs on July 19, 2016, 07:20:40 PM
Quote from: CH on July 19, 2016, 07:10:10 PM
I can give you tomorrows lottery numbers as well if you like ;)
:D go for it.I like a gamble.
I have http://tinyurl.com/h5tp88n and http://tinyurl.com/h5tp88nr so the 8 quid one should be an upgrade :)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: armedcor on July 19, 2016, 07:22:15 PM
Post by: armedcor on July 19, 2016, 07:22:15 PM
You say that but there's a good chance it won't. I mean by the time you add the three purchases together and include shipping you might have well have bought one Thermopen....
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on July 19, 2016, 08:30:44 PM
Post by: Leann ull on July 19, 2016, 08:30:44 PM
I've had about 4-5 shit thermometers, the thermopen is where I'm at now
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: nigel_c on July 19, 2016, 09:11:11 PM
Post by: nigel_c on July 19, 2016, 09:11:11 PM
An industry calibrated thermometer is an investment. Clubs should invest in one and people can calibrate their thermometers to it. Or for the price of the one posted, get your own.
A badly calibrated thermometer be the difference in a beer finishing at 1.010 or 1.015. BIG difference in final product.
A badly calibrated thermometer be the difference in a beer finishing at 1.010 or 1.015. BIG difference in final product.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Motorbikeman on July 19, 2016, 09:19:21 PM
Post by: Motorbikeman on July 19, 2016, 09:19:21 PM
Quote from: armedcor on July 19, 2016, 07:22:15 PM
You say that but there's a good chance it won't. I mean by the time you add the three purchases together and include shipping you might have well have bought one Thermopen....
Thats the mistake I made.
I bought a meat probe from argos http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/9013775/Trail/searchtext%3ETHERMOMETER.htm which goes a bit nuts when steam hits it.
one of these.. complete waste of time.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Digital-Food-Probe-Oven-Thermometer-for-Cooking-Baking-Meat-Temperature-Sensor-/131881959464?hash=item1eb4c70028:g:3b0AAOSwa-dWk3Wd
And a regular brewing glass thermometer from brewing shops. Not great..
I don't really trust any of them and now use one of my stc1000. And I have no confidence in that either.
I really hope this is the end of my wows...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: BrewDorg on July 20, 2016, 12:34:05 PM
Post by: BrewDorg on July 20, 2016, 12:34:05 PM
Picked up a thermapen just now. Hard to resist at that price.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DCLavs on July 22, 2016, 03:01:55 PM
Post by: DCLavs on July 22, 2016, 03:01:55 PM
After all that I've just ordered one :D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on July 22, 2016, 11:26:00 PM
Post by: Will_D on July 22, 2016, 11:26:00 PM
Commercially you just buy a calibrated thermometer per year.
Why?
Coz: its cheaper than having one recalibrated and certified in '.dubland'
The older ones are then relegated to "secondary standards/use" and are cross calibrated to the one that is "in cert"
End of Elf'n'Effin safety Regs!
Why?
Coz: its cheaper than having one recalibrated and certified in '.dubland'
The older ones are then relegated to "secondary standards/use" and are cross calibrated to the one that is "in cert"
End of Elf'n'Effin safety Regs!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: nigel_c on July 22, 2016, 11:39:30 PM
Post by: nigel_c on July 22, 2016, 11:39:30 PM
Quote from: Will_D on July 22, 2016, 11:26:00 PM
The older ones are then relegated to "secondary standards/use" and are cross calibrated to the one that is "in cert"
Or they disappear. I "know a place" that dumps calibrated box probes when that batteries go. I shit you not. I have spares.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 28, 2016, 08:37:11 AM
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 28, 2016, 08:37:11 AM
Beer bottles and crates in Donegal https://www.donedeal.ie/otherhome-for-sale/homebrew-100bottles-0-3litre-in-5-beer-crates-orig/12772414
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: irish_goat on July 28, 2016, 08:45:04 AM
Post by: irish_goat on July 28, 2016, 08:45:04 AM
Quote from: DEMPSEY on July 28, 2016, 08:37:11 AM
Beer bottles and crates in Donegal https://www.donedeal.ie/otherhome-for-sale/homebrew-100bottles-0-3litre-in-5-beer-crates-orig/12772414
Pick up at the pier, must be coming from Arranmore. Either way, that's properly out in the sticks!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: john.morris22 on August 05, 2016, 09:38:47 PM
Post by: john.morris22 on August 05, 2016, 09:38:47 PM
Grolsh swing top 4 for €9 in tesco at the moment
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on August 06, 2016, 11:03:51 AM
Post by: Leann ull on August 06, 2016, 11:03:51 AM
Prefer 3 KPA for €9 in Supervalu
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: SprocketFuel on August 07, 2016, 08:47:02 PM
Post by: SprocketFuel on August 07, 2016, 08:47:02 PM
Dunnes do them 4 for 10 at times.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Greg2013 on August 07, 2016, 09:13:49 PM
Post by: Greg2013 on August 07, 2016, 09:13:49 PM
Quote from: CH on August 06, 2016, 11:03:51 AM
Prefer 3 KPA for €9 in Supervalu
You mean Kinsale's Black IPA i presume ? If so yesssss please,lovely beer that. ;D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: delzep on August 07, 2016, 09:38:04 PM
Post by: delzep on August 07, 2016, 09:38:04 PM
Quote from: CH on August 06, 2016, 11:03:51 AM
Prefer 3 KPA for €9 in Supervalu
€2.30 a can in dunnes
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on August 08, 2016, 01:11:17 AM
Post by: Leann ull on August 08, 2016, 01:11:17 AM
About the same price as bottle is 500ml. Having said that I much prefer can bacause of the flavour preservation.
Title: Mill drill for £10 plus Parcelwizard
Post by: Simon_ on September 01, 2016, 10:46:39 AM
Post by: Simon_ on September 01, 2016, 10:46:39 AM
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/rrgAAOSwtnpXlhaY/s-l500.jpg)
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/einhell-impact-drill-650w-240v-9-96-ebay-maplin-spend-4p-more-for-free-delivery-2504456
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/einhell-impact-drill-650w-240v-9-96-ebay-maplin-spend-4p-more-for-free-delivery-2504456
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on September 09, 2016, 01:53:34 PM
Post by: dcalnan on September 09, 2016, 01:53:34 PM
Extremely cheap stainless camlock, http://www.kegkingdom.co.uk/collections/cam-lock-disconnect-fittings?page=1 (http://www.kegkingdom.co.uk/collections/cam-lock-disconnect-fittings?page=1) I got some delivered today and very happy with the quality. Quick delivery using parcelmotel/wizard but use parcel wizard as they're sent by dpd in the UK.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cruiscinlan on September 09, 2016, 04:33:45 PM
Post by: cruiscinlan on September 09, 2016, 04:33:45 PM
Quote from: nigel_c on July 22, 2016, 11:39:30 PMQuote from: Will_D on July 22, 2016, 11:26:00 PM
The older ones are then relegated to "secondary standards/use" and are cross calibrated to the one that is "in cert"
Or they disappear. I "know a place" that dumps calibrated box probes when that batteries go. I shit you not. I have spares.
No chance you'd let the rest of us in on it :P
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cruiscinlan on September 11, 2016, 07:39:53 PM
Post by: cruiscinlan on September 11, 2016, 07:39:53 PM
https://www.donedeal.ie/tools-for-sale/beer-cooler/13259715
Cooler, gas, tubing and maybe a reg as well for €40
Cooler, gas, tubing and maybe a reg as well for €40
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on September 12, 2016, 09:13:51 AM
Post by: LordEoin on September 12, 2016, 09:13:51 AM
that went fast :D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: onesoma on September 14, 2016, 12:02:07 PM
Post by: onesoma on September 14, 2016, 12:02:07 PM
Is this the same seller 'ETI Ltd' who was selling the cheap thermapens linked above?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Classic-SuperFast-Thermapen-professional-thermometer/dp/B005Z02NZK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1473850688&sr=8-2
£24 seems to good to be true: did anyone buy one from this seller? Bit worried it's a knockoff.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Classic-SuperFast-Thermapen-professional-thermometer/dp/B005Z02NZK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1473850688&sr=8-2
£24 seems to good to be true: did anyone buy one from this seller? Bit worried it's a knockoff.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: pob on September 14, 2016, 12:06:32 PM
Post by: pob on September 14, 2016, 12:06:32 PM
ETI (http://thermapen.co.uk/)are the manufacturer, picked one up last time at that price, v happy with it.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: onesoma on September 14, 2016, 12:16:34 PM
Post by: onesoma on September 14, 2016, 12:16:34 PM
OK, guess I should have googled - no chance it's a knockoff so - thanks Pob!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Acott on September 14, 2016, 12:39:28 PM
Post by: Acott on September 14, 2016, 12:39:28 PM
I also got one, great job!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Simon_ on September 22, 2016, 01:02:20 PM
Post by: Simon_ on September 22, 2016, 01:02:20 PM
Octoberfest Drinking Hat
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003X7P5C0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=hombrefin-20&linkId=5201ab000c089ee43d18ae911e30b32e
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51gkn0e71gL._UX385_.jpg)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003X7P5C0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=hombrefin-20&linkId=5201ab000c089ee43d18ae911e30b32e
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51gkn0e71gL._UX385_.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 22, 2016, 01:36:59 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 22, 2016, 01:36:59 PM
The equivalent of kiss me quick I'm Irish?
Look forward to seeing you in one of those at NCB meet
Look forward to seeing you in one of those at NCB meet
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Simon_ on September 22, 2016, 01:54:35 PM
Post by: Simon_ on September 22, 2016, 01:54:35 PM
Nah! couldn't find matching lederhosen so left it.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: nigel_c on September 22, 2016, 03:55:14 PM
Post by: nigel_c on September 22, 2016, 03:55:14 PM
Group buy :)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 23, 2016, 10:52:39 AM
Post by: Leann ull on September 23, 2016, 10:52:39 AM
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: pob on September 23, 2016, 04:17:46 PM
Post by: pob on September 23, 2016, 04:17:46 PM
Aldi from Sunday 25th, for your keggles, mash tuns, etc
Multipurpose Insulation Wrap, 7.5m x 600mm € 14.99 (https://www.aldi.ie/multipurpose-insulation-wrap/p/072948065089400)
(https://cdn.aldi-digital.ie/Multipurpose-Insulation-Wrap-A.jpg?o=Ui%24NYRjNtZ3POAxTcJJDCxc%402zwj&V=akN8&w=480&h=600&p=2&q=77)
Multipurpose Insulation Wrap, 7.5m x 600mm € 14.99 (https://www.aldi.ie/multipurpose-insulation-wrap/p/072948065089400)
(https://cdn.aldi-digital.ie/Multipurpose-Insulation-Wrap-A.jpg?o=Ui%24NYRjNtZ3POAxTcJJDCxc%402zwj&V=akN8&w=480&h=600&p=2&q=77)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: pob on September 23, 2016, 04:21:10 PM
Post by: pob on September 23, 2016, 04:21:10 PM
& for the woodburnerists amongst you, Aldi again
Stove Fan € 34.99 (https://www.aldi.ie/stove-fan/p/072454062316400)
(https://cdn.aldi-digital.ie/Stove-Fan-A.jpg?o=967icPTtndWfONcCbJiuFnvv%40aQj&V=fAaj&w=480&h=600&p=2&q=77)
Normally those Stirling engines are approx €100
Stove Fan € 34.99 (https://www.aldi.ie/stove-fan/p/072454062316400)
(https://cdn.aldi-digital.ie/Stove-Fan-A.jpg?o=967icPTtndWfONcCbJiuFnvv%40aQj&V=fAaj&w=480&h=600&p=2&q=77)
Normally those Stirling engines are approx €100
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Bazza on September 23, 2016, 04:39:17 PM
Post by: Bazza on September 23, 2016, 04:39:17 PM
That's some price. I paid the guts of £100 for mine >:(
-Barry
-Barry
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: pob on September 23, 2016, 04:48:14 PM
Post by: pob on September 23, 2016, 04:48:14 PM
What's even more annoying is that it is only GBP £25 (https://www.aldi.co.uk/stove-fan/p/072454062316400) ~ 29 euro, so we're getting ripped off a further €6 down here.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on September 23, 2016, 11:49:47 PM
Post by: Will_D on September 23, 2016, 11:49:47 PM
Quote from: pob on September 23, 2016, 04:17:46 PM
Aldi from Sunday 25th, for your keggles, mash tuns, etc
Multipurpose Insulation Wrap, 7.5m x 600mm € 14.99 (https://www.aldi.ie/multipurpose-insulation-wrap/p/072948065089400)
(https://cdn.aldi-digital.ie/Multipurpose-Insulation-Wrap-A.jpg?o=Ui%24NYRjNtZ3POAxTcJJDCxc%402zwj&V=akN8&w=480&h=600&p=2&q=77)
FFS! I am NOT going to the beer fest wearing that shinny stuff!
Thought this was about LederHosen
Title: Bargain Alerts
Post by: pob on September 24, 2016, 12:23:36 AM
Post by: pob on September 24, 2016, 12:23:36 AM
It could be, not silver but ...
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160923/b4f409e2034008349fdb0f5cbeb6dc6a.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160923/b4f409e2034008349fdb0f5cbeb6dc6a.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 10:53:05 AM
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 10:53:05 AM
Simon I'm buying these for you luv!!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 10:54:14 AM
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 10:54:14 AM
Here's a good one that everyhomebrewer in the country should have!
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160924/9c4681c2e6ded44c200569ccf3f7602c.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160924/9c4681c2e6ded44c200569ccf3f7602c.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: nigel_c on September 24, 2016, 11:09:00 AM
Post by: nigel_c on September 24, 2016, 11:09:00 AM
I have one. Not very accurate but handy for when cooling starters.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Bazza on September 24, 2016, 11:12:18 AM
Post by: Bazza on September 24, 2016, 11:12:18 AM
Mmmm... I keep adding them and unadding them to my Amazon basket. Just can't justify replacing my wee probe thermometer. It's quick, accurate and has survived years of rough treatment.
- Barry
- Barry
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 12:12:48 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 12:12:48 PM
I got a cheap one from China and it was out a degree and now one I have from Amazon is 0.5
Even at a degree as Nigel says for watching starter wort temps or temps at the end of a boil for pitching to stop you having to insert your "wee probe" which may introduce something that shouldn't be there.
I'll get one and post a comparison vs what I have vs Thermo pen
Even at a degree as Nigel says for watching starter wort temps or temps at the end of a boil for pitching to stop you having to insert your "wee probe" which may introduce something that shouldn't be there.
I'll get one and post a comparison vs what I have vs Thermo pen
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: delzep on September 24, 2016, 12:35:50 PM
Post by: delzep on September 24, 2016, 12:35:50 PM
They only check the temperature at the surface of a liquid surely?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 02:41:50 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 02:41:50 PM
Yep, but the top surface is usually the hottest part by a degree or 2.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: molc on September 24, 2016, 02:45:32 PM
Post by: molc on September 24, 2016, 02:45:32 PM
I just have a probe in the boil the entire time to control the Pwm, so use that to tell me when it's cooled to temp. Why get infrared when you can overspend om your boiler setup 
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 03:04:15 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 03:04:15 PM
I have a 3 inch blichman dial and it's less that useless
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: delzep on September 24, 2016, 03:43:40 PM
Post by: delzep on September 24, 2016, 03:43:40 PM
I have a dial in my mash tun and yeah it's useless which is why I shrink the infrared ones are useless too as they only check the temperature of a localised area. I use a thermometer from Nisbet which is the dogs
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 03:45:40 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 24, 2016, 03:45:40 PM
you can take a couple of measurements around your boiler and the difference will be a degree of 2, enough to know its ok to pitch
also monitor ferment temps without sticking things in or having to open the bucket or carboy
also monitor ferment temps without sticking things in or having to open the bucket or carboy
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on September 24, 2016, 09:31:02 PM
Post by: Will_D on September 24, 2016, 09:31:02 PM
Boring Science Alert!
These IR thermometers measure emitted radiation.
So what says you?
Consider two saucepans:
One is a black cast iron/black aluminium pot.
T'other is a shinny stainless yoke.
Both are at the same temperature(like filled with boiling water - just off the boil).
The dark pot will read higher that the shinny ss pot.
Expensive IR thermometers have an Emissivity input to compensate!
These IR thermometers measure emitted radiation.
So what says you?
Consider two saucepans:
One is a black cast iron/black aluminium pot.
T'other is a shinny stainless yoke.
Both are at the same temperature(like filled with boiling water - just off the boil).
The dark pot will read higher that the shinny ss pot.
Expensive IR thermometers have an Emissivity input to compensate!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on September 24, 2016, 10:54:49 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on September 24, 2016, 10:54:49 PM
I noticed these 5 litre Pet Food Storage containers reduced to clear at €1:99 in Homestore and More. When I opened them to check there was a strong chemical/plastic smell. It would probably dissipate over time. They might suit for storing speciality grains, but I'd bag them before storing them in these.
http://www.homestoreandmore.ie/pet-food/wham-pet-food-storer-5-litre/invt/069338
http://www.homestoreandmore.ie/pet-food/wham-pet-food-storer-5-litre/invt/069338
Title: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 25, 2016, 04:16:27 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 25, 2016, 04:16:27 PM
DO NOT BUY THIS INFRARED DEVICE
Tested at a range of temps and it's shit
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/d866e292e43e0158d661ead74daed90d.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/06bc9efc570dd7bdece0192b10001cb9.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/42e6dab9d045b528e01a76eafe2188e6.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/e38b9b8aadc4110e46e738e442862083.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/646d08df513ee7c3e07017aa9c1b979a.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/ae482fddc3e5a1d4b18da6a099b1b057.jpg)
Great door stop though
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/e39b841637be0f096fb313af0b1ea0e8.jpg)
Quote from: CH on September 24, 2016, 10:54:14 AM
Here's a good one that everyhomebrewer in the country should have!
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160924/9c4681c2e6ded44c200569ccf3f7602c.jpg)
Tested at a range of temps and it's shit
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/d866e292e43e0158d661ead74daed90d.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/06bc9efc570dd7bdece0192b10001cb9.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/42e6dab9d045b528e01a76eafe2188e6.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/e38b9b8aadc4110e46e738e442862083.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/646d08df513ee7c3e07017aa9c1b979a.jpg)(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/ae482fddc3e5a1d4b18da6a099b1b057.jpg)
Great door stop though
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160925/e39b841637be0f096fb313af0b1ea0e8.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on September 26, 2016, 01:18:13 AM
Post by: LordEoin on September 26, 2016, 01:18:13 AM
i have one and realized it was crap too.
but it does come in handy for gettting a rough idea of how close you are to a boil.
but it does come in handy for gettting a rough idea of how close you are to a boil.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: garciaBernal on September 26, 2016, 09:24:33 AM
Post by: garciaBernal on September 26, 2016, 09:24:33 AM
They are really for only measuring the surface of something. It won't read the center of the water. The surface could naturally be cooler/warmer.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Simon_ on September 26, 2016, 09:36:45 AM
Post by: Simon_ on September 26, 2016, 09:36:45 AM
I bought one a year or two ago. Have never used it. It's in the Aliexpress drawer of regret
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Bazza on September 26, 2016, 10:16:46 AM
Post by: Bazza on September 26, 2016, 10:16:46 AM
Hah,
So we've gone from:
'here, this is on offer in Aldi -buy it'
to
'Never ever buy this or anything like it for that matter'
All I can say is cheers for helping me save the money I was more than likely going to waste on one of these in the near future :)
If only Brendan Rodgers had followed similar advice during his ill-fated stint with Liverpool :-\
-Barry
So we've gone from:
'here, this is on offer in Aldi -buy it'
to
'Never ever buy this or anything like it for that matter'
All I can say is cheers for helping me save the money I was more than likely going to waste on one of these in the near future :)
If only Brendan Rodgers had followed similar advice during his ill-fated stint with Liverpool :-\
-Barry
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Simon_ on September 26, 2016, 10:58:08 AM
Post by: Simon_ on September 26, 2016, 10:58:08 AM
(https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTzlQtM5FyrRIJp6YeoOEUTKPvtHGU87_k7qFpCBQ0Af_O9SHsI)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Bazza on September 26, 2016, 11:19:01 AM
Post by: Bazza on September 26, 2016, 11:19:01 AM
Hah!
BR: Here, Mario, stick your finger in this liquid and tell me how hot it is.
MB: Ouch! It's pretty hot, boss.
BR: Great work lad. You showed real character there. It was just a matter of finding a niche for you at the club.
-Barry
BR: Here, Mario, stick your finger in this liquid and tell me how hot it is.
MB: Ouch! It's pretty hot, boss.
BR: Great work lad. You showed real character there. It was just a matter of finding a niche for you at the club.
-Barry
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 26, 2016, 11:31:38 AM
Post by: Leann ull on September 26, 2016, 11:31:38 AM
The other one I have from China is accurate to 0.2-0.5 across the range, measure against a thermopen before you write it off O0
Feic yez all I should have lets yez all buy it. :P
To repeat myself these are great for measuring cooled starters to avoid thermal shock, heat rises so thats the hottest part, you will get an accurate reading from wort, no use for hlt.
Equally before I pour into carboy I want to make sure I'm at pitch temp, I can measure with out sticking anything in it or dripping into it, I've seen pics of some of you fellas brewing, it aint pretty
Feic yez all I should have lets yez all buy it. :P
To repeat myself these are great for measuring cooled starters to avoid thermal shock, heat rises so thats the hottest part, you will get an accurate reading from wort, no use for hlt.
Equally before I pour into carboy I want to make sure I'm at pitch temp, I can measure with out sticking anything in it or dripping into it, I've seen pics of some of you fellas brewing, it aint pretty
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Shanna on September 26, 2016, 07:46:04 PM
Post by: Shanna on September 26, 2016, 07:46:04 PM
Quote from: CH on September 26, 2016, 11:31:38 AMYou sharing the holiday pics again CH >:D
The other one I have from China is accurate to 0.2-0.5 across the range, measure against a thermopen before you write it off O0
Feic yez all I should have lets yez all buy it. :P
To repeat myself these are great for measuring cooled starters to avoid thermal shock, heat rises so thats the hottest part, you will get an accurate reading from wort, no use for hlt.
Equally before I pour into carboy I want to make sure I'm at pitch temp, I can measure with out sticking anything in it or dripping into it, I've seen pics of some of you fellas brewing, it aint pretty
Shanna
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on September 26, 2016, 10:11:41 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 26, 2016, 10:11:41 PM
Nope, here's one of my holiday snaps
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160926/725ccd87e2f3204a7157cbee838eae03.png)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160926/725ccd87e2f3204a7157cbee838eae03.png)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: johnrm on September 26, 2016, 10:32:43 PM
Post by: johnrm on September 26, 2016, 10:32:43 PM
Didn't Daire suggest a strip of black tape as the target for these?
Stick tape I your vessel and target that.
Stick tape I your vessel and target that.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on September 26, 2016, 11:58:34 PM
Post by: Will_D on September 26, 2016, 11:58:34 PM
RTFP #265 >:D
These work on IR emissions!
They are NOT imersion thermometers
These work on IR emissions!
They are NOT imersion thermometers
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Shanna on September 27, 2016, 07:49:34 AM
Post by: Shanna on September 27, 2016, 07:49:34 AM
Quote from: CH on September 26, 2016, 10:11:41 PMTouche :) not sure which of the two ape pictures is more off putting.
Nope, here's one of my holiday snaps
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160926/725ccd87e2f3204a7157cbee838eae03.png)
Shanna
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Dracusse on September 29, 2016, 08:09:58 PM
Post by: Dracusse on September 29, 2016, 08:09:58 PM
Nice summer beer in lidl ;) and good 07 bottles for afteruse ;)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Fal on September 30, 2016, 02:48:49 PM
Post by: Fal on September 30, 2016, 02:48:49 PM
Radiator reflectors on sale in LIDL too. Might be handy for wrapping around brewers or mash tuns(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160930/4ab034b5ddf61165ae21a1e5f3244582.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: pob on September 30, 2016, 02:51:47 PM
Post by: pob on September 30, 2016, 02:51:47 PM
The Lidl version isn't as robust as the Aldi bubble wrap version, it is just very thin expanded polystyrene-type foam with the silver backing.
Doesn't stand up to too much bashing around when moving/storing your gear.
Doesn't stand up to too much bashing around when moving/storing your gear.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on October 01, 2016, 02:14:24 PM
Post by: Qs on October 01, 2016, 02:14:24 PM
€2 for 500ml bottle of Dark Arts Porter in Lidl.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Skittlebrau on October 03, 2016, 10:20:14 PM
Post by: Skittlebrau on October 03, 2016, 10:20:14 PM
Buffalo 3000w induction burner. £119.98 on Amazon and delivered through parcel motel. Bought one a few days ago (upgraded from 2000w), very impressed with the performance
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Buffalo-1074-CE208-Induction-Hob/dp/B007TKFC84/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475529301&sr=8-1&keywords=Buffalo+induction
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Buffalo-1074-CE208-Induction-Hob/dp/B007TKFC84/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475529301&sr=8-1&keywords=Buffalo+induction
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on October 04, 2016, 02:04:12 PM
Post by: Qs on October 04, 2016, 02:04:12 PM
Quote from: Skittlebrau on October 03, 2016, 10:20:14 PM
Buffalo 3000w induction burner. £119.98 on Amazon and delivered through parcel motel. Bought one a few days ago (upgraded from 2000w), very impressed with the performance
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Buffalo-1074-CE208-Induction-Hob/dp/B007TKFC84/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475529301&sr=8-1&keywords=Buffalo+induction
What size pot do you use on that? It looks great but I feel like I wouldn't be able to balance my brew kettle on her.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Skittlebrau on October 04, 2016, 03:08:28 PM
Post by: Skittlebrau on October 04, 2016, 03:08:28 PM
I use a 19L/ 32cm Pot on it. There's enough of the pot base on the plate for it to function. For BIAB method I used on Friday, 14.5L of wort from Mash to Boil in a little over 15 minutes (insulated pot). The good thing about this specific plate is the power is set by a knob from off-full power; so I had a timer set for the plate to turn on long enough to reach mash-in temp for when I arrived home from work. Most induction plates seem to switch on to a menu screen which is no good to pre set a mash temp easily.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cruiscinlan on October 04, 2016, 06:45:50 PM
Post by: cruiscinlan on October 04, 2016, 06:45:50 PM
Quote from: Skittlebrau on October 04, 2016, 03:08:28 PM
I use a 19L/ 32cm Pot on it. There's enough of the pot base on the plate for it to function. For BIAB method I used on Friday, 14.5L of wort from Mash to Boil in a little over 15 minutes (insulated pot). The good thing about this specific plate is the power is set by a knob from off-full power; so I had a timer set for the plate to turn on long enough to reach mash-in temp for when I arrived home from work. Most induction plates seem to switch on to a menu screen which is no good to pre set a mash temp easily.
I take it you're doing mini-batches? Where did you get the induction-ready pot from at all?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: imark on October 04, 2016, 07:21:13 PM
Post by: imark on October 04, 2016, 07:21:13 PM
I use a 36L pot on mine. Been using one for about 3yr now. No complaints.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: armedcor on October 04, 2016, 10:32:13 PM
Post by: armedcor on October 04, 2016, 10:32:13 PM
I use a 10 gallon ss brewtech kettle on that induction hob with full boils. Works a treat.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Skittlebrau on October 05, 2016, 08:38:42 AM
Post by: Skittlebrau on October 05, 2016, 08:38:42 AM
Quote from: cruiscinlan on October 04, 2016, 06:45:50 PMQuote from: Skittlebrau on October 04, 2016, 03:08:28 PM
I use a 19L/ 32cm Pot on it. There's enough of the pot base on the plate for it to function. For BIAB method I used on Friday, 14.5L of wort from Mash to Boil in a little over 15 minutes (insulated pot). The good thing about this specific plate is the power is set by a knob from off-full power; so I had a timer set for the plate to turn on long enough to reach mash-in temp for when I arrived home from work. Most induction plates seem to switch on to a menu screen which is no good to pre set a mash temp easily.
I take it you're doing mini-batches? Where did you get the induction-ready pot from at all?
I picked my induction pot up on amazon. It's worth getting a pot with good induction properties; otherwise you may not get the full heating benefit from the Induction plate.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on October 06, 2016, 09:52:51 PM
Post by: Qs on October 06, 2016, 09:52:51 PM
Quote from: armedcor on October 04, 2016, 10:32:13 PM
I use a 10 gallon ss brewtech kettle on that induction hob with full boils. Works a treat.
I've the 20 gal of the SS kettle but usually only boil 35Lish in it. Might pick one up. Probably need something to balance it though
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: armedcor on October 06, 2016, 10:48:18 PM
Post by: armedcor on October 06, 2016, 10:48:18 PM
Yea I wouldn't be confident with the 20G. I'd definitely want some kinda frame around it. I forgot to mention I have a reflectix jacket on mine as well.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cruiscinlan on October 06, 2016, 10:57:27 PM
Post by: cruiscinlan on October 06, 2016, 10:57:27 PM
Quote from: Skittlebrau on October 05, 2016, 08:38:42 AMQuote from: cruiscinlan on October 04, 2016, 06:45:50 PMQuote from: Skittlebrau link=topic=927
I picked my induction pot up on amazon. It's worth getting a pot with good induction properties; otherwise you may not get the full heating benefit from the Induction plate.
Any recommendations on buying online? Or is there a recognised standard for induction pots?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Dracusse on November 20, 2016, 09:49:05 PM
Post by: Dracusse on November 20, 2016, 09:49:05 PM
If any one wants just up on fb...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on November 21, 2016, 07:29:58 AM
Post by: LordEoin on November 21, 2016, 07:29:58 AM
whereabouts is that?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Dracusse on November 21, 2016, 07:38:46 AM
Post by: Dracusse on November 21, 2016, 07:38:46 AM
Mullingar
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on November 21, 2016, 07:39:55 AM
Post by: LordEoin on November 21, 2016, 07:39:55 AM
cheers
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on November 21, 2016, 08:21:24 AM
Post by: Leann ull on November 21, 2016, 08:21:24 AM
lots of new fridges bought this time of year, which means lots of old ones between now and Jan.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: SprocketFuel on November 21, 2016, 11:34:33 AM
Post by: SprocketFuel on November 21, 2016, 11:34:33 AM
and i thought i done well getting this for €40 yesterday ???
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Dracusse on November 21, 2016, 11:43:05 AM
Post by: Dracusse on November 21, 2016, 11:43:05 AM
Got that one for 25 . Week ago . Repaint yesterday for 3e
Fits only 3 cornys .think as well i was rushing to much...
Fits only 3 cornys .think as well i was rushing to much...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: vinyljunkie on November 21, 2016, 12:28:59 PM
Post by: vinyljunkie on November 21, 2016, 12:28:59 PM
Quote from: Dracusse on November 20, 2016, 09:49:05 PMI bought this exact fridge two weeks ago on adverts - it fits 3 cornys, you will just need to saw off some for the door shelving. Loads of room for bottles then at the top.
If any one wants just up on fb...
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Jonnycheech on November 22, 2016, 06:07:06 AM
Post by: Jonnycheech on November 22, 2016, 06:07:06 AM
I have that fridge too. I use it for fermenting, love it!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on December 04, 2016, 08:37:02 PM
Post by: Leann ull on December 04, 2016, 08:37:02 PM
Cheap fridge for somebody in NE
http://www.adverts.ie/11867120
http://www.adverts.ie/11867120
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Parrot on December 05, 2016, 07:28:33 PM
Post by: Parrot on December 05, 2016, 07:28:33 PM
Cam Lock Fittings: I tried for a long time to get realistic prices for Part A and Part C Cam Lock fittings in Ireland but the best couldn't beat the prices being offered by Brew Builder in Bristol, UK. I just got delivery and at the equivalent of €3.55 for Part A and €5.90 for Part C the saving was significant. I used Address Pal to get them from the UK at lowest cost - total €11.70 - but Brew Builder will post direct to Ireland at a slightly higher cost.
They also have a good price on Silicone tubing. 12mm ID X 21mm OD Platinum Cured Silicone Hose at a little over €5 per Meter.
They also have a good price on Silicone tubing. 12mm ID X 21mm OD Platinum Cured Silicone Hose at a little over €5 per Meter.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on December 05, 2016, 07:59:19 PM
Post by: dcalnan on December 05, 2016, 07:59:19 PM
I used keg kingdom for my part a £2.6 0 b £4.50 d £4.80 f £2.00 I got the big part c's from brewbuilder , they were both tag along items on an order and postage for both was around the €10 mark. http://www.kegkingdom.co.uk/collections/cam-lock-disconnect-fittings
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on December 05, 2016, 08:04:52 PM
Post by: Leann ull on December 05, 2016, 08:04:52 PM
Yep he has expanded his range alright, don't touch his type c's though they really restrict flow, other vendors have open bore options.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on December 06, 2016, 11:11:58 AM
Post by: Will_D on December 06, 2016, 11:11:58 AM
The (w)hole point about bsp sizes is the Bore size.
So a 1/2" bsp screwed pipe will have a bore of 1/2" and an od of approx 20+ mm
So 1/2 camlock fittings should all allow a 1/2" test finger into the bore!
When it comes to hose tails it is a different story. A 1/2" cam lock hose tail should also have a bore of 1/2" and to allow for this (the tail will be about 22m od) you will need silicon tubing of approx 22mm id!.
HTH Will
So a 1/2" bsp screwed pipe will have a bore of 1/2" and an od of approx 20+ mm
So 1/2 camlock fittings should all allow a 1/2" test finger into the bore!
When it comes to hose tails it is a different story. A 1/2" cam lock hose tail should also have a bore of 1/2" and to allow for this (the tail will be about 22m od) you will need silicon tubing of approx 22mm id!.
HTH Will
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on December 06, 2016, 12:27:45 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on December 06, 2016, 12:27:45 PM
The issue as I see it with hose tails is there's no point in investing in a centre inlet chugger which has a 3/4 " thread and trying to feed this through a hose tail with a 3/8 " id bore. It's asking for cavitation problems, and can be a root cause of people not generating a whirlpool.
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Parrot on December 06, 2016, 05:50:41 PM
Post by: Parrot on December 06, 2016, 05:50:41 PM
The Part Cs I got are the big bore option. The tail pipe on these has an ID of 16mm and an OD of 19mm. With the use of a little hot water the silicone hose I got from Damo, with an ID of 14mm, fitted over the tailpipe with a little encouragement from me - otherwise known as BF & I. The fit is very secure given the length of the tail pipe.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on December 06, 2016, 10:49:25 PM
Post by: Leann ull on December 06, 2016, 10:49:25 PM
can you post a pic?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: garciaBernal on December 07, 2016, 11:05:41 AM
Post by: garciaBernal on December 07, 2016, 11:05:41 AM
Tempted by this offer but don't recognise any of the beers! Anyone? https://www.groupon.ie/deals/24-different-german-beers?CID=IE_AFF_5600_225_5383_1&utm_medium=afl&utm_campaign=207436&mediaId=953405&utm_source=GPN&subs_group=afl
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Parrot on December 07, 2016, 02:21:13 PM
Post by: Parrot on December 07, 2016, 02:21:13 PM
Quote from: CH on December 06, 2016, 10:49:25 PM
can you post a pic?
Here's the ones I got,
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on December 12, 2016, 07:52:26 AM
Post by: LordEoin on December 12, 2016, 07:52:26 AM
3 beer taps for €60
http://www.adverts.ie/other-antiques-collectables/beer-taps/11897559
(http://a0.amlimg.com/NmFhN2ZjZTZmODZkYTY0M2I5ZmNmODJkNTg4YzQzNzEDJTOELXoObgmwR2SPV9Y3aHR0cDovL21lZGlhLmFkc2ltZy5jb20vMzgwNjA4NDJlNjg1YThhMzcxMzYwZmRiYjVlNDU3ODQ5ODM0NTA5NDMzNzhlYjFiNDRmOGE2YzRhYWMyNzBmOC5qcGd8fHx8fHwzOTZ4MjkyfGh0dHA6Ly93d3cuYWR2ZXJ0cy5pZS9zdGF0aWMvaS93YXRlcm1hcmsucG5nfHx8.jpg)
2 uds taps for €40
http://www.adverts.ie/crazy-random-stuff/2-beer-taps-for-sale/11749452
(http://a0.amlimg.com/ZTNiODQxZGY5MTYzZjM5ZjIzYmYxYmJiNzQ2YmRkYTngcG0NRWND-7bykRwW3_UVaHR0cDovL21lZGlhLmFkc2ltZy5jb20vMjA4MzA4Njk1Y2JjMmViNjU5MWI2YjczNzJjMjg2Y2FhMDMxY2UwZjE2ZGE3NTZmMDc2NTAyMGZkMWJlNmQxYS5qcGd8fHx8fHwzOTZ4MjkyfGh0dHA6Ly93d3cuYWR2ZXJ0cy5pZS9zdGF0aWMvaS93YXRlcm1hcmsucG5nfHx8.jpg)
vintage beer tap €15
http://www.adverts.ie/memorabilia/vintage-beer-tap/11873896
(http://a1.amlimg.com/OGMyMzA2YTliMWQ5ZGZjMGFjN2ZmZDllOWU5OTcwM2G7Vu53NBy-7-j8qkL7euaUaHR0cDovL21lZGlhLmFkc2ltZy5jb20vNDQwZWY3MjE5NzY0NzhiYzFiNjRlYjBjZGE4ZTJlMjgxZTk2MzA1ZTgwMzYxMDc0YWMzMzNjNTRkMmRmZmY1Ny5qcGd8fHx8fHwzOTZ4MjIzfGh0dHA6Ly93d3cuYWR2ZXJ0cy5pZS9zdGF0aWMvaS93YXRlcm1hcmsucG5nfHx8.jpg)
http://www.adverts.ie/other-antiques-collectables/beer-taps/11897559
(http://a0.amlimg.com/NmFhN2ZjZTZmODZkYTY0M2I5ZmNmODJkNTg4YzQzNzEDJTOELXoObgmwR2SPV9Y3aHR0cDovL21lZGlhLmFkc2ltZy5jb20vMzgwNjA4NDJlNjg1YThhMzcxMzYwZmRiYjVlNDU3ODQ5ODM0NTA5NDMzNzhlYjFiNDRmOGE2YzRhYWMyNzBmOC5qcGd8fHx8fHwzOTZ4MjkyfGh0dHA6Ly93d3cuYWR2ZXJ0cy5pZS9zdGF0aWMvaS93YXRlcm1hcmsucG5nfHx8.jpg)
2 uds taps for €40
http://www.adverts.ie/crazy-random-stuff/2-beer-taps-for-sale/11749452
(http://a0.amlimg.com/ZTNiODQxZGY5MTYzZjM5ZjIzYmYxYmJiNzQ2YmRkYTngcG0NRWND-7bykRwW3_UVaHR0cDovL21lZGlhLmFkc2ltZy5jb20vMjA4MzA4Njk1Y2JjMmViNjU5MWI2YjczNzJjMjg2Y2FhMDMxY2UwZjE2ZGE3NTZmMDc2NTAyMGZkMWJlNmQxYS5qcGd8fHx8fHwzOTZ4MjkyfGh0dHA6Ly93d3cuYWR2ZXJ0cy5pZS9zdGF0aWMvaS93YXRlcm1hcmsucG5nfHx8.jpg)
vintage beer tap €15
http://www.adverts.ie/memorabilia/vintage-beer-tap/11873896
(http://a1.amlimg.com/OGMyMzA2YTliMWQ5ZGZjMGFjN2ZmZDllOWU5OTcwM2G7Vu53NBy-7-j8qkL7euaUaHR0cDovL21lZGlhLmFkc2ltZy5jb20vNDQwZWY3MjE5NzY0NzhiYzFiNjRlYjBjZGE4ZTJlMjgxZTk2MzA1ZTgwMzYxMDc0YWMzMzNjNTRkMmRmZmY1Ny5qcGd8fHx8fHwzOTZ4MjIzfGh0dHA6Ly93d3cuYWR2ZXJ0cy5pZS9zdGF0aWMvaS93YXRlcm1hcmsucG5nfHx8.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on December 12, 2016, 09:00:41 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on December 12, 2016, 09:00:41 PM
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I picked up these Nozzle Brushes in Homestore and More in the bakery section, very handy for cleaning out taps etc
https://www.homestoreandmore.ie/baking-tools+utensils/tala-originals-nozzle-brushes/invt/063862
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I picked up these Nozzle Brushes in Homestore and More in the bakery section, very handy for cleaning out taps etc
https://www.homestoreandmore.ie/baking-tools+utensils/tala-originals-nozzle-brushes/invt/063862
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Dracusse on December 21, 2016, 03:00:18 PM
Post by: Dracusse on December 21, 2016, 03:00:18 PM
500g frozen cherries and rasberryes for 3.50 in polonez shops
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: delzep on December 21, 2016, 03:57:31 PM
Post by: delzep on December 21, 2016, 03:57:31 PM
I got those sour cherries in a Moldova shop for the same price
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on December 21, 2016, 08:21:48 PM
Post by: Leann ull on December 21, 2016, 08:21:48 PM
How does that compare to mainstream retailers folks?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: delzep on December 21, 2016, 09:51:30 PM
Post by: delzep on December 21, 2016, 09:51:30 PM
No idea, was an impulse buy for me and I've never bought sour cherries before
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: TheSumOfAllBeers on December 21, 2016, 10:25:13 PM
Post by: TheSumOfAllBeers on December 21, 2016, 10:25:13 PM
Those prices seem as good as the best on line prices I hav seen. The best prices I have seen for cherries are for about £9 / kg purée (destined)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cruiscinlan on December 22, 2016, 01:18:02 AM
Post by: cruiscinlan on December 22, 2016, 01:18:02 AM
Quote from: TheSumOfAllBeers on December 21, 2016, 10:25:13 PM
Those prices seem as good as the best on line prices I hav seen. The best prices I have seen for cherries are for about £9 / kg purée (destined)
Puree is more concentrated though? I was able to piggyback on a restaurant order before and get 2.5kg of frozen sour cherries for €10 before.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DCLavs on February 17, 2017, 03:42:54 PM
Post by: DCLavs on February 17, 2017, 03:42:54 PM
Fill your boots - Tesco half price sale: https://www.tesco.com/direct/diy-car/all-home-brewing/cat35700009.cat?catId=4294737423
Most stores do free pickup.
Most stores do free pickup.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on February 17, 2017, 09:25:43 PM
Post by: LordEoin on February 17, 2017, 09:25:43 PM
christ... I've seen homebrew shops with less stock ;D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Dunkel on February 18, 2017, 12:12:20 PM
Post by: Dunkel on February 18, 2017, 12:12:20 PM
The one that makes me smile is Cooper's European Lager down from £25 to £20 - it's only €15.95 in all the homebrew shops :D
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on February 21, 2017, 09:33:46 AM
Post by: Will_D on February 21, 2017, 09:33:46 AM
Aldi are doing a nice SS stockpot:
https://www.aldi.ie/p/068396007523400?utm_source=Aldi&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=SpecialbuyEmail20thFebruary
https://www.aldi.ie/p/068396007523400?utm_source=Aldi&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=SpecialbuyEmail20thFebruary
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on February 21, 2017, 02:53:46 PM
Post by: Qs on February 21, 2017, 02:53:46 PM
Induction too, great price.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mac2k on February 28, 2017, 04:18:20 PM
Post by: mac2k on February 28, 2017, 04:18:20 PM
Anyone get one. Couldn't find any in North county Dublin
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on February 28, 2017, 06:44:30 PM
Post by: Qs on February 28, 2017, 06:44:30 PM
Nah I went to Aldi and the lad said they didn't get half the stuff they were supposed to this week.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: dcalnan on February 28, 2017, 06:49:40 PM
Post by: dcalnan on February 28, 2017, 06:49:40 PM
It was over the storms I think, I had my eye on the drill for my malt mill, and it said it was delayed on the website.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: mac2k on February 28, 2017, 11:20:14 PM
Post by: mac2k on February 28, 2017, 11:20:14 PM
Ok, might be worth keeping an eye in the stores so.... Thanks lads
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on March 14, 2017, 03:37:11 PM
Post by: Qs on March 14, 2017, 03:37:11 PM
Wife just picked up one of these in Aldi today so might be worth checking out for those who were looking for them.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DCLavs on March 14, 2017, 05:30:29 PM
Post by: DCLavs on March 14, 2017, 05:30:29 PM
Quote from: Qs on March 14, 2017, 03:37:11 PM
Wife just picked up one of these in Aldi today so might be worth checking out for those who were looking for them.
What part of the country are you in?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on March 14, 2017, 06:25:02 PM
Post by: Qs on March 14, 2017, 06:25:02 PM
She got it in the City. She works near Jervis so where the nearest Aldi is around there.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Simon_ on March 15, 2017, 09:27:46 AM
Post by: Simon_ on March 15, 2017, 09:27:46 AM
Quote from: DCLavs on March 14, 2017, 05:30:29 PM
What part of the country are you in?
Quote from: Qs on March 14, 2017, 06:25:02 PM
She got it in the City.
8) Love it
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: delzep on March 18, 2017, 12:57:21 PM
Post by: delzep on March 18, 2017, 12:57:21 PM
Aldi induction pot is only 12 litres
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Skittlebrau on March 18, 2017, 03:15:02 PM
Post by: Skittlebrau on March 18, 2017, 03:15:02 PM
I was at Coolmine recycling centre today, there were some fridges put to one side for disposal. A lot of good functioning stuff tends to get thrown out to recycling centers to be replaced by newer models. If the fridge's still work they would be grand for brewing after a thorough cleaning. If they don't work just bring it back.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on March 18, 2017, 03:18:37 PM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on March 18, 2017, 03:18:37 PM
They have signs up to say goods are not to be removed
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: irish_goat on March 18, 2017, 03:28:19 PM
Post by: irish_goat on March 18, 2017, 03:28:19 PM
We don't allow people to take stuff from the skip sites in Derry either but if you speak to the staff you might find they are willing to turn a blind eye. We definitely get the odd fridge that is in perfect working order and has just been dumped because a person is upgrading or remodelling etc.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on March 18, 2017, 03:46:19 PM
Post by: Leann ull on March 18, 2017, 03:46:19 PM
The reason you can't is because somebody took one from a recycling centre about 10 years ago, it was faulty started a garage fire and the recipient sued the council, can't remember which one it was in the midlands Laois or Offaly I think.
They won the case as judge ruled that they were a responsible party and should have ensured, even though it was free it was of merchantable quality
They won the case as judge ruled that they were a responsible party and should have ensured, even though it was free it was of merchantable quality
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on March 18, 2017, 06:52:19 PM
Post by: Qs on March 18, 2017, 06:52:19 PM
Judges love making simple stuff complicated don't they.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DCLavs on March 18, 2017, 10:02:37 PM
Post by: DCLavs on March 18, 2017, 10:02:37 PM
Quote from: Will_D on February 21, 2017, 09:33:46 AM
Aldi are doing a nice SS stockpot:
https://www.aldi.ie/p/068396007523400?utm_source=Aldi&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=SpecialbuyEmail20thFebruary
Got one of these in Aldi Buncrana this evening....they had 3 left if anyone in the North-West is after one.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on March 18, 2017, 10:52:09 PM
Post by: Leann ull on March 18, 2017, 10:52:09 PM
It was a guy down the Murrough told me as there was a fridge I had my eye on 
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on March 19, 2017, 09:43:28 AM
Post by: Sorcerers Apprentice on March 19, 2017, 09:43:28 AM
I think it's also to deter the Pickaroonies, who used to frequent the old land fill sites
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on March 19, 2017, 01:15:43 PM
Post by: Qs on March 19, 2017, 01:15:43 PM
Quote from: CH on March 18, 2017, 10:52:09 PM
It was a guy down the Murrough told me as there was a fridge I had my eye on
At least you managed to get to talk to him in the 3 hour window they work every week.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Leann ull on March 19, 2017, 01:41:21 PM
Post by: Leann ull on March 19, 2017, 01:41:21 PM
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Will_D on March 19, 2017, 06:42:36 PM
Post by: Will_D on March 19, 2017, 06:42:36 PM
They should just cut off the plug!
That way it is no longer functional and cannot be used as is.
Now if I fit a plug to use then its my responsibility.
That way it is no longer functional and cannot be used as is.
Now if I fit a plug to use then its my responsibility.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Motorbikeman on March 27, 2017, 01:04:00 PM
Post by: Motorbikeman on March 27, 2017, 01:04:00 PM
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dumpster_diving
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Ciaran on April 26, 2017, 01:17:57 PM
Post by: Ciaran on April 26, 2017, 01:17:57 PM
In May 2017 Go Outdoors offers magazine. Possibly only of use to those in the north? Could potentially make a cheap mash tun for someone.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on May 01, 2017, 10:58:22 AM
Post by: LordEoin on May 01, 2017, 10:58:22 AM
UDS taps for €15 each in Gorey
http://www.adverts.ie/memorabilia/vintage-beer-taps/12718867 (http://www.adverts.ie/memorabilia/vintage-beer-taps/12718867)
http://www.adverts.ie/memorabilia/vintage-beer-taps/12718867 (http://www.adverts.ie/memorabilia/vintage-beer-taps/12718867)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: cruiscinlan on May 01, 2017, 04:23:03 PM
Post by: cruiscinlan on May 01, 2017, 04:23:03 PM
Anyone know where I'd get a very big cooler box? Maybe two of them?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: LordEoin on May 01, 2017, 09:06:54 PM
Post by: LordEoin on May 01, 2017, 09:06:54 PM
here's one anyway, free:
http://www.adverts.ie/other-home-garden/picnic-cooler-box/12786293
http://www.adverts.ie/other-home-garden/picnic-cooler-box/12786293
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on May 01, 2017, 11:29:41 PM
Post by: Qs on May 01, 2017, 11:29:41 PM
Quote from: cruiscinlan on May 01, 2017, 04:23:03 PM
Anyone know where I'd get a very big cooler box? Maybe two of them?
How big? Amazon have good size coleman ones but they're not cheap.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: ac13 on May 02, 2017, 08:48:09 AM
Post by: ac13 on May 02, 2017, 08:48:09 AM
Quote from: Ciaran on April 26, 2017, 01:17:57 PM
In May 2017 Go Outdoors offers magazine. Possibly only of use to those in the north? Could potentially make a cheap mash tun for someone.
Passed a few of a similar looking size coolbox in my local Centra yesterday - €8 each
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Slev on May 02, 2017, 10:17:43 AM
Post by: Slev on May 02, 2017, 10:17:43 AM
Just like these
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on June 07, 2017, 11:43:39 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on June 07, 2017, 11:43:39 PM
Spotted these on donedeal,Firkins for all cask ale lovers. https://www.donedeal.ie/otherbusiness-for-sale/bear-barrells/15165620
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Bazza on June 08, 2017, 08:33:38 AM
Post by: Bazza on June 08, 2017, 08:33:38 AM
Ach!
Got my hopes up there for a minute. I've been on the lookout for ages for some type of storage solution for my bears, but those things look totally unsuitable. At best you might squeeze a koala into one, if you hacked the end off as a makeshift lid, but for anything bigger it just doesn't work.
Disappointed.
-Barry
(sorry; tried to resist, but am a weak and troubled man)
Got my hopes up there for a minute. I've been on the lookout for ages for some type of storage solution for my bears, but those things look totally unsuitable. At best you might squeeze a koala into one, if you hacked the end off as a makeshift lid, but for anything bigger it just doesn't work.
Disappointed.
-Barry
(sorry; tried to resist, but am a weak and troubled man)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Slev on June 11, 2017, 09:18:43 PM
Post by: Slev on June 11, 2017, 09:18:43 PM
€3 in Dunnes. They are 500ml to the brim. Solid beer glass.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Rathbaner on June 13, 2017, 04:11:20 PM
Post by: Rathbaner on June 13, 2017, 04:11:20 PM
Picked up a hop plant for sale in my local Lidl yesterday in among various clematis and other climbers. No info on what particular type it was though.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on June 13, 2017, 04:52:09 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on June 13, 2017, 04:52:09 PM
I think it's prima donna
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Donny on June 13, 2017, 04:57:57 PM
Post by: Donny on June 13, 2017, 04:57:57 PM
Quote from: Rathbaner on June 13, 2017, 04:11:20 PM
Picked up a hop plant for sale in my local Lidl yesterday in among various clematis and other climbers. No info on what particular type it was though.
Someone was saying on the Facebook page that they are decorative only and no suitable for beer if they are prima Donna/First gold you're sorted.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Pat_buttercups on June 13, 2017, 06:30:47 PM
Post by: Pat_buttercups on June 13, 2017, 06:30:47 PM
Quote from: Donny on June 13, 2017, 04:57:57 PMyeah Id say they are, theres so many homebrewers with hops that are happy to share cuttings/rhysomes that you dont have to do that guesswork though if you just ask :D that or just use willingham nurserysQuote from: Rathbaner on June 13, 2017, 04:11:20 PM
Picked up a hop plant for sale in my local Lidl yesterday in among various clematis and other climbers. No info on what particular type it was though.
Someone was saying on the Facebook page that they are decorative only and no suitable for beer if they are prima Donna/First gold you're sorted.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: phynes1 on June 14, 2017, 08:34:45 AM
Post by: phynes1 on June 14, 2017, 08:34:45 AM
Another source says that they are golden tassle hops.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: oblivious on June 14, 2017, 10:22:13 AM
Post by: oblivious on June 14, 2017, 10:22:13 AM
Its usually golden tassel/first gold as they are favour for ornamental use , but make a nice wet hop beer too :)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Rathbaner on June 15, 2017, 05:43:25 PM
Post by: Rathbaner on June 15, 2017, 05:43:25 PM
Quote from: DEMPSEY on June 13, 2017, 04:52:09 PMI wrote to Lidl and asked. Here's the reply
I think it's prima donna
We refer to your query regarding the variety of Humulus that we recently sold. Our supplier has confirmed the variety is "Challenger".
We hope that this answers your query. Should you have any further questions or queries please do not hesitate to contact us.
Assuring you of our best intentions at all times.
Regards, A. Harrison
Quality Assurance Department
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: phynes1 on June 16, 2017, 08:15:22 AM
Post by: phynes1 on June 16, 2017, 08:15:22 AM
Deadly, Great work!
I wonder if they know what the %AA is?
I wonder if they know what the %AA is?
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: johnrm on June 16, 2017, 09:37:46 AM
Post by: johnrm on June 16, 2017, 09:37:46 AM
Lidl will hopefully do their special in October on Spectrophotometers. O0
Disappointed I missed out on these last year.
https://www.homebrewersassociation.org/forum/index.php?topic=4172.0
Disappointed I missed out on these last year.
https://www.homebrewersassociation.org/forum/index.php?topic=4172.0
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Frequent Sequence on June 16, 2017, 12:10:07 PM
Post by: Frequent Sequence on June 16, 2017, 12:10:07 PM
:D
Quote from: johnrm on June 16, 2017, 09:37:46 AM
Lidl will hopefully do their special in October on Spectrophotometers. O0
Disappointed I missed out on these last year.
https://www.homebrewersassociation.org/forum/index.php?topic=4172.0
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Fatcontro11er on June 21, 2017, 08:52:34 AM
Post by: Fatcontro11er on June 21, 2017, 08:52:34 AM
The plant doesn't have a AA value it's the hops it produces that has the AA and that varies from year to year on the same plant! Sun, rain, soil type and a whole host of factors influence, in fact there could be a range of AA values in the hops from the one plant!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: phynes1 on June 21, 2017, 09:39:05 AM
Post by: phynes1 on June 21, 2017, 09:39:05 AM
Challenger has an AA that ranges from 6.5-8.5. Go with the average (7.5), you cant go wrong!!!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Simon_ on June 21, 2017, 09:53:23 AM
Post by: Simon_ on June 21, 2017, 09:53:23 AM
It can be a bit of an interesting novelty making a beer with hops you grow in your back garden but don't expect anything amazing. Expect spiders, green fly and a pain in the bollocks.
If anything it'll give you a new found appreciation that good fresh bought hops aren't actually all that expensive because there is value added in how they are processed.
If anything it'll give you a new found appreciation that good fresh bought hops aren't actually all that expensive because there is value added in how they are processed.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: irish_goat on June 27, 2017, 10:30:10 AM
Post by: irish_goat on June 27, 2017, 10:30:10 AM
Possible bargain at Aldi. Arcana Irish Red Ale from Italy (6.7%) comes in a fliptop bottle. It's a shorter, stubbier bottle than the standard German ones too, which I think is better. No idea what the beer is like. There was also no price tag available.
(https://s11.postimg.org/82j1w9y0z/20170624_192041.jpg)
(https://s11.postimg.org/82j1w9y0z/20170624_192041.jpg)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Bazza on June 27, 2017, 11:16:47 AM
Post by: Bazza on June 27, 2017, 11:16:47 AM
Quote from: irish_goat on June 27, 2017, 10:30:10 AM
Possible bargain at Aldi. Arcana Irish Red Ale from Italy (6.7%) comes in a fliptop bottle. It's a shorter, stubbier bottle than the standard German ones too, which I think is better. No idea what the beer is like. There was also no price tag available.
Had one of those out of Lidl recently. As fair as I remember it wasn't that bad; nothing earth-shattering. Can't give you a price either, as it was my wife who picked it up for me.
Good if you're collecting 500ml flip tops!
-Barry
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: KDeath on June 27, 2017, 11:26:30 AM
Post by: KDeath on June 27, 2017, 11:26:30 AM
They have a blonde ale I think as well, I got em for the bottles but both beers were fairly meh. They're doing decent glass sets, tulip, stout and teku-type glasses, €4 for a pack of 2.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Gerryjo on July 01, 2017, 06:15:36 PM
Post by: Gerryjo on July 01, 2017, 06:15:36 PM
Have had both the Blonde and Amber and actually are not too bad.LIDL have also a few IPA's on the shelf but would not be so keen.
Picked up another two today as they are quite sessionable plus the bottle so bonus...
Gerry
Picked up another two today as they are quite sessionable plus the bottle so bonus...
Gerry
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Shane Phelan on July 17, 2017, 11:21:39 AM
Post by: Shane Phelan on July 17, 2017, 11:21:39 AM
Decent price (https://www.tomtop.com/temperature-humidity-instrument-191/p-h10126.html?mid=10000005460&utm_source=EDM&utm_medium=Normal+EDM&utm_campaign=H10126&utm_design=2430&utm_content=2958&aid=TTEDM170717) for a temperature controller. Valid for the next 14 hours.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: johnrm on July 18, 2017, 09:48:26 AM
Post by: johnrm on July 18, 2017, 09:48:26 AM
Looks Dodgy to me. They don't show the front of the controller!
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: pob on July 18, 2017, 11:31:43 AM
Post by: pob on July 18, 2017, 11:31:43 AM
Looking at pics, it appears that it only has one switch for controlling, i.e. it can only heat or cool, not both at the same time (other connector will be for thermocouple probe)
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 24, 2017, 12:48:04 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 24, 2017, 12:48:04 PM
This is up on adverts http://touch.adverts.ie/crazy-random-stuff/fast-ferment-conical-fermenter-and-stand-brewing-equipment/13394587
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on July 24, 2017, 01:09:48 PM
Post by: Qs on July 24, 2017, 01:09:48 PM
If he gets €100 for that I think I'll sell mine too.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: jawalemon on July 24, 2017, 04:19:43 PM
Post by: jawalemon on July 24, 2017, 04:19:43 PM
Are they any use?
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Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Qs on July 24, 2017, 04:38:08 PM
Post by: Qs on July 24, 2017, 04:38:08 PM
I thought it was great at first but I had trouble getting beer into the keg without a load of trub. They're good for pulling off clean yeast though if thats a concern for you. Main issue for me though is it takes up my whole fridge so I can only do 1 beer at a time.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 24, 2017, 04:51:21 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on July 24, 2017, 04:51:21 PM
I think there great. I have one and you can fill a corner easy using the adapter.
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Donny on August 19, 2017, 11:35:29 AM
Post by: Donny on August 19, 2017, 11:35:29 AM
I know some of us had issues with geterbrewed but this is a very good offer.
Brewferm kits 50% off
http://www.geterbrewed.ie/brewferm-beer-brew-25-combo-pack/
Brewferm kits 50% off
http://www.geterbrewed.ie/brewferm-beer-brew-25-combo-pack/
Title: Re: Bargain Alerts
Post by: Dracusse on October 14, 2017, 02:56:17 PM
Post by: Dracusse on October 14, 2017, 02:56:17 PM
Just seen that on facebook .. somebody might be interested