Newbie BIF Hints & Hauls

Discussion in 'Beer It Forward' started by LehighAce06, Aug 27, 2015.

  1. SRBush1974

    SRBush1974 Initiate (0) Apr 18, 2015 New Jersey

    I was missing a flash cable, so I had to cheat with photoshop (2 photos, one for background and one for the beer). One nikon flash behind aimed at the background and another to the camera left with a small softbox. Masked in some of the bottle (label) and glass. Too time consuming and not what I like. Also, should have put a filter on the background flash as I don't like it blue. Background was a black card table, same as what I used to put the glass and bottle on. Next time, I'll take a setup photo for you.
     
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  2. Eziel

    Eziel Pooh-Bah (2,109) Jan 31, 2013 Ohio
    Pooh-Bah Trader

    If anyone is trying to land Huna tickets, feel free to send me a BM with your info. Some people over in the SWer thread are teaming up. If you do get in, try to book 2 tickets and then reach out to see who may need that second one. I think we're all here to help if we can... fingers crossed...
     
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  3. Yourahoser

    Yourahoser Initiate (0) Nov 18, 2014 Florida

    I'm also mulling tickets for some folks.
     
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  4. Greeny87

    Greeny87 Initiate (0) May 23, 2011 Pennsylvania

    I'm on the fence still. Really interested in heading down, just need to sort it all out. If a spare ticket pops up let me know, I'll most likely snag it.
     
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  5. Coldstorage

    Coldstorage Initiate (0) Oct 1, 2014 California

    Ok the last(?) box from this round will be landing late this week.
    Welcome back @Greeny87!
     
  6. Yourahoser

    Yourahoser Initiate (0) Nov 18, 2014 Florida

    I've still got a piece of swag that will be delivered to @Homebrew.
     
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  7. NDogg44

    NDogg44 Zealot (708) Oct 21, 2015 Texas
    Trader

    I'm trying to buy two, so I won't be able to offer a second one. Good luck to everyone trying to buy tickets!
     
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  8. Greeny87

    Greeny87 Initiate (0) May 23, 2011 Pennsylvania

    Sounds good! Can't wait for new brews!
     
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  9. smanson56

    smanson56 Pooh-Bah (2,070) Feb 15, 2014 New Hampshire
    Pooh-Bah

    Looks great but I didn't see any arrive at my house!
     
  10. smanson56

    smanson56 Pooh-Bah (2,070) Feb 15, 2014 New Hampshire
    Pooh-Bah

    I'd try to buy tickets if I thought it would help but I have other commitments at that time and they are saying none transferable so best of luck to you all.
     
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  11. Homebrew

    Homebrew Initiate (0) Sep 5, 2012 Connecticut

    Came out pretty good, I'm still having trouble smokin bacon. It's either still raw (this time) or way crispy (last time)
     
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  12. smanson56

    smanson56 Pooh-Bah (2,070) Feb 15, 2014 New Hampshire
    Pooh-Bah

    It's all in the temperature control and I cheat because I use a gas fired smoker.
     
  13. Greeny87

    Greeny87 Initiate (0) May 23, 2011 Pennsylvania

    Sending out a follow up box tomorrow to my Round 2 target. Has a small swag item, and two beers. One is a want item.. while the other goes with the small swag.
     
  14. Homebrew

    Homebrew Initiate (0) Sep 5, 2012 Connecticut

    I do too, usually keep it 180-200. Never have a problem with any other meat just bacon
     
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  15. Misterphinister

    Misterphinister Initiate (0) Feb 17, 2015 Michigan

    Stoked that you got to enjoy this one as I never was able to snag one for myself. I've been in Michigan all of 3 days but I already have an offer on a house that should be responded to by tomorrow. If it all goes through, I'll be setting up a BIF as promised. No more NY beers but hopefully I can find some MI beers to make up for it. Cheers guys!
     
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  16. Elkevjoe

    Elkevjoe Crusader (430) Jan 4, 2015 Ohio
    Trader

    Did you get em? Renee got ours said it was a pain in the ass!
     
  17. SRBush1974

    SRBush1974 Initiate (0) Apr 18, 2015 New Jersey

    Been setting up a trade with @Elkevjoe for some Hoof Hearted, mainly Dragonsaddle. Box arrived yesterday and with the colder weather finally hitting NJ, beers arrived safely and ready to drink.

    Opened the box to this. LOL! And my kids raided the small box of Lemonheads. Thanks!
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    Beers were safely packed and no lost soldiers. Good to see the beer carriers you put in there!

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    Hoof Hearted Dragonsaddle - Major want! Will see how it is compared to All Green Everything.
    Hoof Hearted Everybody Wants Some Equinox - Cracked one of these open right away. Very tasty!

    The rest were all extras and Kevin did some research, as I've only had one and most are wants.

    Fat Heads Head Hunter - Major want and haven't had. Excited to get this one open tonight.
    Jackie O's Oil of Aphrodite - Should have been a want. Been enjoying some stout's lately and I love walnuts.
    Brew Kettle Kitka Coconut Chocolate Milk Stout - Sounds great!
    Brew Kettle White Rajah - Another major want and excited to finally try this.
    Jackie O's Mystic Mama - Only one of the box I've had and glad to have again.

    Thanks Kevin! Way too generous. Will hopefully get your box out tomorrow.
     
  18. Eziel

    Eziel Pooh-Bah (2,109) Jan 31, 2013 Ohio
    Pooh-Bah Trader

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    I got them Kevin... see you guys down there!!
     
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  19. Elkevjoe

    Elkevjoe Crusader (430) Jan 4, 2015 Ohio
    Trader

    I usually don't put together such a hop forward box,but I didn't want to push you into new styles:wink: Enjoy!
     
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  20. smanson56

    smanson56 Pooh-Bah (2,070) Feb 15, 2014 New Hampshire
    Pooh-Bah

    I've found when wrapping things in bacon you need to take the temperature to about 225* to get the bacon to crisp
     
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