Dec 31, 2017, 6:09 am
Last edit by: jc94
This new annual thread has been carved out of the previous thread in an effort to reduce the number of megathreads on the AC forum. For those interested previous versions are the original 2004 - 2014 thread , 2015 edition, 2016 edition and 2017 edition
The original thread started by accident but quickly became a popular place to come and discuss off topic things such as hockey, new movies, or almost anything that wouldn't fit into existing AC forum threads. More Air Canada or Aeroplan topics such as flight feedback, in-flight services issues or mileage earning/redemption are all topics that should go into existing AC forum threads so others can benefit from this information. Topics about hotels or airlines and/or their loyalty programs should be posted elsewhere on FT as should topics better suited to other forums such as Travel Products for questions about luggage or Travel Photography for discussion about cameras.
While the conversation is more relaxed as it would be in a lounge that doesn't mean however that the FT rules don't apply here as they definitely do so please refrain from controversial topics such as politics or religion, avoid profanities and treat other lounge patrons with the same respect you expect.
The original thread started by accident but quickly became a popular place to come and discuss off topic things such as hockey, new movies, or almost anything that wouldn't fit into existing AC forum threads. More Air Canada or Aeroplan topics such as flight feedback, in-flight services issues or mileage earning/redemption are all topics that should go into existing AC forum threads so others can benefit from this information. Topics about hotels or airlines and/or their loyalty programs should be posted elsewhere on FT as should topics better suited to other forums such as Travel Products for questions about luggage or Travel Photography for discussion about cameras.
While the conversation is more relaxed as it would be in a lounge that doesn't mean however that the FT rules don't apply here as they definitely do so please refrain from controversial topics such as politics or religion, avoid profanities and treat other lounge patrons with the same respect you expect.
The Forum Lounge Thread (2018)
Jan 14, 2018, 6:38 pm
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Has anyone ever installed a soda fountain at home?
I'm looking at options, and it seems like I'd need a "counter electric" model. It's a little taller than I'd like (it would block access to a significant amount of cupboard space), but I don't want a system that needs to be constantly topped up with ice.
I'm looking at options, and it seems like I'd need a "counter electric" model. It's a little taller than I'd like (it would block access to a significant amount of cupboard space), but I don't want a system that needs to be constantly topped up with ice.
Jan 14, 2018, 8:54 pm
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The Flames have been surging lately.
Jan 14, 2018, 8:56 pm
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https://www.google.ca/search?q=sodas...nIhbwYbyjeOMM:
Its like Keurig
Its like Keurig
Jan 14, 2018, 8:58 pm
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A Sheraton property let me use a Sodastream with several flavour packs as a "welcome gift", but it wasn't mine to keep.
I thought it was lame (both the gift-non-gift, and the Sodastream itself).
I thought it was lame (both the gift-non-gift, and the Sodastream itself).
Jan 14, 2018, 9:51 pm
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Jan 15, 2018, 12:28 am
#202
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Has anyone ever installed a soda fountain at home?
I'm looking at options, and it seems like I'd need a "counter electric" model. It's a little taller than I'd like (it would block access to a significant amount of cupboard space), but I don't want a system that needs to be constantly topped up with ice.
I'm looking at options, and it seems like I'd need a "counter electric" model. It's a little taller than I'd like (it would block access to a significant amount of cupboard space), but I don't want a system that needs to be constantly topped up with ice.
You hook up a small internal or external CO2 tank or cartridge and either a water jug with pump or water line, and buy Coke Zero concentrate at a Sams Club or Costco Business Center. Costs about $60 for 5gal which makes 30gal. Always exactly 34 degrees F, and perfectly mixed.
Jan 15, 2018, 9:29 am
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Jan 15, 2018, 12:44 pm
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https://www.google.ca/search?q=sodas...nIhbwYbyjeOMM:
Its like Keurig
Its like Keurig
Coca cola breakmate. google it or go to mrbreammate.com I own about 12, you can have one for free. Difficulty is that it is around 70lbs... I have one you can try out if you ever come visit.
You hook up a small internal or external CO2 tank or cartridge and either a water jug with pump or water line, and buy Coke Zero concentrate at a Sams Club or Costco Business Center. Costs about $60 for 5gal which makes 30gal. Always exactly 34 degrees F, and perfectly mixed.
You hook up a small internal or external CO2 tank or cartridge and either a water jug with pump or water line, and buy Coke Zero concentrate at a Sams Club or Costco Business Center. Costs about $60 for 5gal which makes 30gal. Always exactly 34 degrees F, and perfectly mixed.
Though it does seem tempting. But your "perfectly mixed" remark seems to be disputed by Gizmodo
Originally Posted by https://gizmodo.com/the-lost-history-of-coca-colas-biggest-failure-1518088646
The Breakmate turned out to be an especially finicky device. The pour quality was wildly inconsistent, cross-contamination of soda flavors was an occurrence, and the devices themselves demanded near-constant upkeep to operate properly. And while the system was designed to deliver a 6.5 ounce beverage at an average cost of 25.6 cents, the service calls quickly turned the Breakmate from a money-maker to a money pit.
As such, Coke pulled the plug on the Breakmate in 2007 when it stopped furnishing replacement parts, and buried the failed system in 2010, when it halted sales of the device's 1-liter syrup tanks. For now, we'll have to get our soda the same way we have since 1899: In a bottle.
As such, Coke pulled the plug on the Breakmate in 2007 when it stopped furnishing replacement parts, and buried the failed system in 2010, when it halted sales of the device's 1-liter syrup tanks. For now, we'll have to get our soda the same way we have since 1899: In a bottle.
Is it exactly 70 pounds? I believe that's our baggage allowance, right?
Jan 15, 2018, 1:17 pm
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Jan 15, 2018, 1:30 pm
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Ask your dentist what she thinks about a home pop machine. My dentist is rather outspoken about sugary drinks.
Jan 15, 2018, 1:35 pm
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Jan 15, 2018, 2:24 pm
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Jan 15, 2018, 3:03 pm
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