I guess I was fortunate.....didn't have a friend like that.
I've been using BIAB since its introduction in the 90's and have always found it to be a useful product.
Glad to hear you took the chance and I hope you get full enjoyment. You will find this forum a wealth of information, and a great group of people with answers to your questions. Welcome!!
Now, I wish I had discovered gold, oil, NASA, East Indian spices, etc. Then I could probably afford the latest update.
