Todd Peterson
Well-Known Member
Good morning folks. As the title of the thread inquires, what is the gear that you have purchased to support your mead making hobby that was a game changer and worth the investment?
I’m a “buy once cry once” kind of guy. I do not mind the cash outlay (within reason) for good gear that provides a notable improvement in process or quality of final product.
I’m still relatively new to the hobby.
The gear that I have purchased so far that was worth the cost includes:
An Italian bottle capper constructed of metal. Seems like it is gear I could hand down to my kids one day. Does a great job, adjustable for all bottle sizes, and is very well built.
CO2 tank and regulator. I use this to purge headspace. I know it’s not a perfect science, but it helps me to not worry about oxidation in secondary or tertiary if the carboy is not full to the neck.
Insulated brewing bag. Primitive way to manage low temp of fermentation. Also serves as insurance policy against overflow. Mopping the ceiling = end of my hobby more than likely.
Things that I am looking to purchase:
PH Meter
AMMA membership
What have you found to be a game changer as far as gear is concerned.
Looking forward to hearing back from you all.
Thanks!
Todd Peterson
I’m a “buy once cry once” kind of guy. I do not mind the cash outlay (within reason) for good gear that provides a notable improvement in process or quality of final product.
I’m still relatively new to the hobby.
The gear that I have purchased so far that was worth the cost includes:
An Italian bottle capper constructed of metal. Seems like it is gear I could hand down to my kids one day. Does a great job, adjustable for all bottle sizes, and is very well built.
CO2 tank and regulator. I use this to purge headspace. I know it’s not a perfect science, but it helps me to not worry about oxidation in secondary or tertiary if the carboy is not full to the neck.
Insulated brewing bag. Primitive way to manage low temp of fermentation. Also serves as insurance policy against overflow. Mopping the ceiling = end of my hobby more than likely.
Things that I am looking to purchase:
PH Meter
AMMA membership
What have you found to be a game changer as far as gear is concerned.
Looking forward to hearing back from you all.
Thanks!
Todd Peterson
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