I need a homebrewer

[Mark C]

Thanks for all the info guys. Regarding the freezer, I'm planning something like this: http://www.oregonbrewcrew.com/freezer/freezer.html I like the idea of being able to put everything back together again should I ever need to. All my carboys are tied up with wine for the next few months anyway so I've got plenty of time to setup the freezer, and wait for sales on equipment.

How long does a bottle of CO2 last? Space is a little bit of a concern, and I'm only thinking a max of 2 or 3 kegs down the road (1 at first), is a 5 lb bottle enough?

I do enjoy a good stout, but I don't want to jump down this slope TOO fast, going to start with regular ol' ales first. The nitro system is on my 'somewhere in the future' list though.

Sean - I make it a point to get back to BB once a year, usually for football but with gas prices and my work schedule I missed this year. I've got a buddy living down there so I'm thinking about catching a basketball game, or maybe just wait for warmer weather and go for a visit. I'll look you up when I do.