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Other Cooking Equipment => Other cooking Eqipment => Accessories => Topic started by: Merrick Bill on November 10, 2016, 02:13:27 PM
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I ordered one of these and it's supposed to arrive today. I'm looking forward to giving it a try.
https://thesteakager.com/ (https://thesteakager.com/)
Bill
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Whew, not cheap...but then again I have never seen anything like this before for home use.
Please keep us posted on this one Bill..................
PS: How is the San Fernando Valley doing these days??
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Wow if this Steakager works as stated what a great invention for home grillers.
Thanks
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Yes, interesting device. If it works well it should pay for itself in the saved cost of aged beef. Or at least you would be getting better beef than you normally have the option of.
Do keep us posted.
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We buy a 5 pack of choice rib eye at a time from Sams Club, Vac Seal and in the freezer.
We could do the same in our outside fridge.
I will be waiting to see your review of this one.
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Whew, not cheap...but then again I have never seen anything like this before for home use.
Please keep us posted on this one Bill..................
PS: How is the San Fernando Valley doing these days??
They had a coupon code for $50 off around Halloween. That's when I pulled the trigger. All the videos I've watched seem to think it works well so I'm hoping it will be worth the money.
The Valley is good. Still nice and hot.
Bill
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We buy a 5 pack of choice rib eye at a time from Sams Club, Vac Seal and in the freezer.
We could do the same in our outside fridge.
I will be waiting to see your review of this one.
My understanding is that it works better with a roast than with individual steaks because of the hard outter skin that dry aging creates. You dry age the roast, trim the outer skin, and then cut it up into steaks.
Bill
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We buy a 5 pack of choice rib eye at a time from Sams Club, Vac Seal and in the freezer.
We could do the same in our outside fridge.
I will be waiting to see your review of this one.
My understanding is that it works better with a roast than with individual steaks because of the hard outter skin that dry aging creates. You dry age the roast, trim the outer skin, and then cut it up into steaks.
Bill
Well if that is the case we could revert back to the old day when we purchase a whole and cut into steaks.
In this case we could cut as needed. That is if it holds a complete roast.
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Bill how does the wire go out of the fridge? & what will the moist air leaving the unit do to the other food in the fridge?
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Bill how does the wire go out of the fridge? & what will the moist air leaving the unit do to the other food in the fridge?
Good questions. Now I know you asked Bill but I thought I would interject my thoughts if that is OK.
For me the wire would not be a problem through the gasket of our outside fridge becasue I already run a wire though when binning.
As far as the moist air well in my opinion and without seeing the Steakager I think the amount of moist air would be almost negotiable.
Now I hope I am right about that because if not that could be problem.
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Bill how does the wire go out of the fridge? & what will the moist air leaving the unit do to the other food in the fridge?
Good questions. Now I know you asked Bill but I thought I would interject my thoughts if that is OK.
For me the wire would not be a problem through the gasket of our outside fridge becasue I already run a wire though when binning.
As far as the moist air well in my opinion and without seeing the Steakager I think the amount of moist air would be almost negotiable.
Now I hope I am right about that because if not that could be problem.
Art I guess as the saying goes time will tell ;D ;D I think this is something that you would need an outside fridge as this would take up too much room inside. I will also guess the wire will be ok as it does not seem to be thick & hopefully people would not trip on it or snag it.
It would be fun to have but for me the price will keep me away for now.
Bill will be having fun with this toy I am sure
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It would be fun to have but for me the price will keep me away for now.
That is exactly where I am at IE to pricey for me.
What happen to entering the market at a low price to entice buyers and raise the price later.
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Need to follow this one ;)
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Ok I really like it. I would love to get a small fridge and one of these.
I have made my own dry-aged steaks before using the dry age bags and loved the results.
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Ok I really like it. I would love to get a small fridge and one of these.
I have made my own dry-aged steaks before using the dry age bags and loved the results.
I do have room in (Miser's Fridge") as Sweetie calls it but I think, as Tailgating does, the price is on the high end.
I will wait.
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Whew, not cheap...but then again I have never seen anything like this before for home use.
Please keep us posted on this one Bill..................
PS: How is the San Fernando Valley doing these days??
They had a coupon code for $50 off around Halloween. That's when I pulled the trigger. All the videos I've watched seem to think it works well so I'm hoping it will be worth the money.
The Valley is good. Still nice and hot.
Bill
50.00 off will work. Nice and Toasty down here in the Inland Empire as well...................
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Bill how does the wire go out of the fridge? & what will the moist air leaving the unit do to the other food in the fridge?
The wire goes out the hinge side of the door. Apparently, the gasket form fits around it and there is no leak. As for the moist air, I believe that leaving the unit dissipates when the refrigerator door is opened. Also, there's a salt sack that is supposed to wick some of the moisture.
Bill
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It would be fun to have but for me the price will keep me away for now.
That is exactly where I am at IE to pricey for me.
What happen to entering the market at a low price to entice buyers and raise the price later.
from what I understand they entered the market with a price of $150 (via kickstarter). After they sold the first batch they made some improvements (bluetooth/wifi and stainless steel) at that point, the price went up to $250. However, they had a coupon code for $50 off for Halloween. I suspect they'll do the same around Thanksgiving and almost definitely for Christmas. I balked at $250 and wasn't going to get it, then I saw the cheaper price and decided to give it a try.
Bill
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It would be fun to have but for me the price will keep me away for now.
That is exactly where I am at IE to pricey for me.
What happen to entering the market at a low price to entice buyers and raise the price later.
from what I understand they entered the market with a price of $150 (via kickstarter). After they sold the first batch they made some improvements (bluetooth/wifi and stainless steel) at that point, the price went up to $250. However, they had a coupon code for $50 off for Halloween. I suspect they'll do the same around Thanksgiving and almost definitely for Christmas. I balked at $250 and wasn't going to get it, then I saw the cheaper price and decided to give it a try.
Bill
Thanks for the update and and I will say I would give it more thought at $150
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Bill how does the wire go out of the fridge? & what will the moist air leaving the unit do to the other food in the fridge?
The wire goes out the hinge side of the door. Apparently, the gasket form fits around it and there is no leak. As for the moist air, I believe that leaving the unit dissipates when the refrigerator door is opened. Also, there's a salt sack that is supposed to wick some of the moisture.
Bill
Bill thanks for the info! enjoy it looks to be a neat product
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Now that all the Thanksgiving food is out of the fridge I'm going to set up the Steakager and give it a try. For those interested in getting one in the near future they have a $50 off code for their website. Use the code getitquick.
Bill
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I bet this will work. (https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/616sfQwB%2BLL._SL1102_.jpg)
https://www.amazon.com/Leviton-1403-Outlet-Socket-Adapter/dp/B001F71O70/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480100443&sr=8-1&keywords=light+bulb+plug+in
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RAD it would except I believe the fridges use a smaller based bulb and the light shuts off when the fridge door closes so unless you modify the switch....
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Now that all the Thanksgiving food is out of the fridge I'm going to set up the Steakager and give it a try. For those interested in getting one in the near future they have a $50 off code for their website. Use the code getitquick.
Bill
Thanks Bill for the heads up. I am tempted to get one. I would get a small fridge(dorm room style) for it and add an internal power source(plug) in the fridge to provide power.
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Now that all the Thanksgiving food is out of the fridge I'm going to set up the Steakager and give it a try. For those interested in getting one in the near future they have a $50 off code for their website. Use the code getitquick.
Bill
Thanks Bill for the heads up. I am tempted to get one. I would get a small fridge(dorm room style) for it and add an internal power source(plug) in the fridge to provide power.
You don't need to add internal power. The power cord slips through the door's gasket. It seems like a well designed piece of equipment.
Bill
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RAD it would except I believe the fridges use a smaller based bulb and the light shuts off when the fridge door closes so unless you modify the switch....
Dang! Always a glitch. Thanks for pointing out the obvious Mike
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Now that all the Thanksgiving food is out of the fridge I'm going to set up the Steakager and give it a try. For those interested in getting one in the near future they have a $50 off code for their website. Use the code getitquick.
Bill
Thanks Bill for the heads up. I am tempted to get one. I would get a small fridge(dorm room style) for it and add an internal power source(plug) in the fridge to provide power.
You don't need to add internal power. The power cord slips through the door's gasket. It seems like a well designed piece of equipment.
Bill
True but I do like a clean look(no cords dangling)
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The coupon expired. Just tried it
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The coupon expired. Just tried it
There was one for Halloween and one for Thanksgiving/Black Friday. I suspect there will be more between now and Christmas. Keep an eye out.
Bill
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The coupon expired. Just tried it
Looks like they have a new code today for $35 instead of $50. That seems kind of silly, to me. The new code is SBSCRUSH.
Bill
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I thought you guys might like an update. Here's my first attempt at dry aging beef with The SteakAger. Certified Angus Beef rib roast after almost 27 days. I'm planning to go to 35.
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b34/GrillWithBill/IMG_2427_zps3v5pmzvs.jpg) (http://s16.photobucket.com/user/GrillWithBill/media/IMG_2427_zps3v5pmzvs.jpg.html)
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Yes keep the updates coming Bill. I am interested in this device :thumbup:
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How much did the meat weigh going in?
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Looks interesting, but Kimmie would never go for it. She would say the steaks are bad and would toss hers in the garbage >:(
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How much did the meat weigh going in?
I don't know. The cut of meat that I got was too big to fit so I had to cut it down. I thought it would be disgusting to weigh it on the bathroom scale so I just put it in without weighing it.
Bill
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Looks interesting, but Kimmie would never go for it. She would say the steaks are bad and would toss hers in the garbage >:(
Don't show it to her until after it's cooked.
Bill
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Certified Angus Beef after 32 days in the SteakAger.
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b34/GrillWithBill/IMG_2452_zpsbpkfol5j.jpg) (http://s16.photobucket.com/user/GrillWithBill/media/IMG_2452_zpsbpkfol5j.jpg.html)
Here it is with the end trimmed.
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b34/GrillWithBill/IMG_2459_zpsb05ww77r.jpg) (http://s16.photobucket.com/user/GrillWithBill/media/IMG_2459_zpsb05ww77r.jpg.html)
Here it is cut into steaks.
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b34/GrillWithBill/IMG_2462%20cropped_zpsn19zezdk.jpg) (http://s16.photobucket.com/user/GrillWithBill/media/IMG_2462%20cropped_zpsn19zezdk.jpg.html)
The steaks after trimming off the pellicle.
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b34/GrillWithBill/IMG_2463_zpsk37vbpwu.jpg) (http://s16.photobucket.com/user/GrillWithBill/media/IMG_2463_zpsk37vbpwu.jpg.html)
And the scraps which will be used for broth.
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b34/GrillWithBill/IMG_2465%20cropped_zpsaonad1wz.jpg) (http://s16.photobucket.com/user/GrillWithBill/media/IMG_2465%20cropped_zpsaonad1wz.jpg.html)
I'm going to smoke and grill a couple tonight. I'll fill everyone in on the results.
Bill
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Looking forward to it Bill...We thought that the Steakager folks were going to become a sponsor here - but they failed to return any phone calls or e-mails after the first conversation. Hope they are doing o.k.....
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Well, here's the finished product.
(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b34/GrillWithBill/IMG_2469_zpslplf5fom.jpg) (http://s16.photobucket.com/user/GrillWithBill/media/IMG_2469_zpslplf5fom.jpg.html)
Coated in Char-Crust and then smoked with oak on a Weber kettle and reverse seared. Perfect medium rare. The family really enjoyed the taste and texture of the dry aged beef. I'm ready to start my second round of aging.
Bill
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Really nice steak Bill. Great deep red color on them!
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That looks great!
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Looks perfect
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Hey gang,
The company that makes the SteakAger has some scratch and dent items for sale. The price is pretty reasonable. I'm really happy with my SteakAger. Anyone interested should check it out before they're gone.
https://shop.trycelery.com/page/5644b9f3ef4eb50300980bab
Bill