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Offline John F

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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #30 on: January 18, 2011, 04:56:07 PM »
Stubbie....

You get it?
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #31 on: January 18, 2011, 05:03:43 PM »
I like it, but it must be used inverted.  As previously said, it makes a very different AP cup.  I get a touch of sludge in the bottom -- Vario ground finer than I use for my 3-cup Hario vac with felt filter.  Yesterday, I opted for the paper filter for C+ Panama Esmeralda.  I still used the inverted method, and was a bit surprised by the lack of oil-laden froth coming out on initial inverted plunge.  The disk always gives almost a foam.

Yup, it's a keeper!
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #32 on: January 20, 2011, 09:48:21 AM »
Quote from: John F on January 18, 2011, 04:56:07 PM
Stubbie....

You get it?

I did, and have run about 3 cups through it.  Very pleased so far and will most likely have to add this to the arsenal.  Now I see they have 2 different sizes, decisions...decisions. :)

-Stubbie
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #33 on: January 24, 2011, 09:18:22 AM »
I'm reluctantly ready to ship this off to Eric  :-\

It's been a fun little experiment, and as I said before it is definitely something I will be adding to the arsenal.  I do agree with John, it does take away some of the allure of an AP and morphs more into a cleaner FP.

I think it's too expensive...as is most everything in Coava's lineup.  Won't keep me from buying tho- addictions have their price.

Eric, PM me your addy and I'll get it in the mail to you.

-Stubbie
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #34 on: February 03, 2011, 06:24:22 PM »
Quote from: Stubbie on January 24, 2011, 09:18:22 AM
Eric, PM me your addy and I'll get it in the mail to you.

-Stubbie

The disk arrived today in good shape - I will give it a work out this weekend.  Do you guys think the disk will bring out all the smooth and sweet goodness promised by Starbucks® Natural Fusions Vanilla? 
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #35 on: February 03, 2011, 06:48:39 PM »
Quote from: EricBNC on February 03, 2011, 06:24:22 PM
Quote from: Stubbie on January 24, 2011, 09:18:22 AM
Eric, PM me your addy and I'll get it in the mail to you.

-Stubbie

The disk arrived today in good shape - I will give it a work out this weekend.  Do you guys think the disk will bring out all the smooth and sweet goodness promised by Starbucks® Natural Fusions Vanilla? 

If anything can, the Coava Disk can!
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #36 on: February 03, 2011, 07:56:23 PM »
One thing I notice right away is the hole size - my hand fabricated device has smaller holes than this disc.  I suspect the new smaller hole version from Coava would be a close match.
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #37 on: February 06, 2011, 03:28:54 PM »
Some first impressions - it works, but we already knew that.  The inverted method is not required - the vacuum in the plunger keeps the water from rushing out same as with a paper filter.  Sediment reminds me of a press pot cup, but we knew that too.  I like it but I like the one I made so this isn't a huge surprise for me.
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #38 on: February 06, 2011, 10:29:39 PM »
Hi fellas, I caved in and bought one a few days ago. Really like this filter as opposed to paper  that always seem to leave a taste. No need to keep me on the tryout list. These filters rock :)
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #39 on: February 08, 2011, 06:45:39 PM »
Who's got it next?
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Offline Richdel

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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #40 on: February 09, 2011, 05:01:44 AM »
Quote from: EricBNC on February 08, 2011, 06:45:39 PM
Who's got it next?

I think it was me.
However, I caved when the 15% off was offered,
and bought the set.  I use the AP everyday, so based on
early positive reports and my inability to wait for things I want,
it should be in my mailbox later this afternoon. 

Long story short, please skip me... ;D
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #41 on: February 09, 2011, 05:45:47 AM »
I was going to add my name to the list but, I too caved on the discount and feedback here. Got the disks last week and I have to say I really like them!
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #42 on: February 09, 2011, 06:05:08 AM »
Quote from: EricBNC on February 08, 2011, 06:45:39 PM
Who's got it next?

After going through the thread...looks like you're it

Unless you want to mail it back to me :)

-Stubbie
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Ray T

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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #43 on: February 09, 2011, 09:09:39 AM »
Quote from: Stubbie on February 09, 2011, 06:05:08 AM
Quote from: EricBNC on February 08, 2011, 06:45:39 PM
Who's got it next?

After going through the thread...looks like you're it

Unless you want to mail it back to me :)

-Stubbie

Anyone else ? If everyone who wants to try it has tried it then its yours Stubbie enjoy, its s great toy but not the cup of coffee  I prefer

Ray
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Re: Coava AP disk test drive
« Reply #44 on: February 10, 2011, 04:37:53 AM »
If anyone wants to try this let me know - till then, since there is no rush, I will keep it longer and experiment more with different new coffees I have on the way as well as log some head to head vs my home made device.

...and the last shall be first...
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