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M11
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: C10Wn]
#14133758 - 03/16/11 09:24 PM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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biologys said: dont worry about doc, he has a tendancy of if you dont do things HIS way then you're doing it wrong..lol
LOL me? I just am very tight on money, and I need something simple and none expensive...
He was referring to Doc_T. Anyway, look no further than the PF tek. You can steam sterilize with a normal stove pot; you don't need a PC when doing the PF tek. It is a great way to learn the basics too. I actually think monotubs are easier, but that is just my opinion.
-------------------- Of course, then there's the problem of eating vermiculite. On the bright side, it makes your poop and teeth glitter. Just pretend it's christmas. -RR Those mushrooms are fine. Your friend is a pussy. -RR Outdoor Patch
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M11
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: biologys]
#14133766 - 03/16/11 09:25 PM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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biologys said: some people get by once in awhile steam sterilizing grains, but its not recommended, and it has a high failure rate
I am 4 for 4. 
I bought a PC for peace of mind though.
-------------------- Of course, then there's the problem of eating vermiculite. On the bright side, it makes your poop and teeth glitter. Just pretend it's christmas. -RR Those mushrooms are fine. Your friend is a pussy. -RR Outdoor Patch
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C10Wn
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: biologys]
#14133774 - 03/16/11 09:27 PM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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biologys said: some people get by once in awhile steam sterilizing grains, but its not recommended, and it has a high failure rate
check out thrift stores, or goodwill, stuff of that matter, or talk to your parents/grandparents almost guarentee they have one laying around
as far as thrift stores or goodwill you can usually find PC's pretty cheap..
if you're going to stay in this hobby and succeed in it, you're going to have to get a PC
Alright, I will look into purchasing one of these! Because I am very much interested in this hobby, also are there any TEK's that do not acquire a PC, if not I will try the popcornwithout one and try with steam sterilizing and hope for the best! Or I might consider doing the PF Tek, seems good to me
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biologys
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: C10Wn]
#14133780 - 03/16/11 09:28 PM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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yeah the PF cakes
www.mushroomvideos.com < watch the PF Tek video's its very simple and no PC required.
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Doc_T
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: C10Wn]
#14133850 - 03/16/11 09:43 PM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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Can you afford to throw your money away? If you're poor, do it right the first time.
I'm done with this thread. If you won't follow the advice you've been given, you deserve whatever you get.
-------------------- You make it all possible. Doesn't it feel good?
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biologys
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: Doc_T]
#14133885 - 03/16/11 09:49 PM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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see, told ya lmao ;x
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: C10Wn]
#14134870 - 03/17/11 01:28 AM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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I Agree with Doc T. As someone said (however such facts do not often surface or are shown in ways that tell of its nature) "this is a expensive hobby" and that is very much true. You can get away with doing it cheap but there are a lot of possible obstacles that may have to be climbed. I only have some small experience and I think I have been lucky most of the way but so far the stuff set me back more than 500$ and this doesnt include consumption (verm, perlite etc etc) and one-use items such as the medical grade needles (15 dollars for 10, incl syringe) and so on and so on.
I dont feel that I can give much advice (Hell I am not Obi Wan Kenobi) but what I can say is this. That I am sure of.
Learn every step in both theory and practice. The first time I tried, I stood over my stove and basically fake prepared jars just to practice the steps. Believe me you will need it, it'll make the process flow easier and you wont stagger around wondering what to do next. Think of it as routine.
Learn the theory (this is equally important) behind whats going on and keep a close eye. Write stuff down. Make a picture library or a guide book for yourself (I did) That way you dont have to scroll like a mother****er through millions of pages later searching for that one piece of info that relates to the step youre on..
And finally; think of it as a routine..step one..step two..much like kung fu and learn in the same way...
And finally in the words of the chinese restaurant owner of the Simpsons..(god I love that guy)
Thissaaa Waaayy..yooo will masster the art of mussshrrooom groowing in no time..haha..hahahaha...:P
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ShadOWCrack
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: C10Wn]
#14135062 - 03/17/11 02:35 AM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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C10Wn said:
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biologys said: dont worry about doc, he has a tendancy of if you dont do things HIS way then you're doing it wrong..lol
LOL me? I just am very tight on money, and I need something simple and none expensive...
lol! than u might want to find a new hobby. iam not dogging on u its just easyer to do it right the first time. i tried doing it the cheap way and it didnt go to good.
than again "each to his own" right? i dont know about other ppl but i have a few bills in it, and i dont have all i wish i did lol. for me, jars are a bitch for the wm1/2pts are hard to find and when u do they rape u lol.
good luck and hit me up if ya have any ?'s
laterz
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M11
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I disagree with the above sentiments. Growing mushrooms is cheap and easy. If you can cook and exert a little patience, you can grow mushrooms. They really grow themselves.
Rye grain: $10 Coco coir: $15 Verm: $15 Gypsum: $5 Monotub: $10 Quart Jars: $15 Silicone: $5 Tyvek: Free Lighting: $20 Spores: $15
All of this for a little over $100 assuming you have a PC. You can pick up 4 quart 10 psi PCs at Wal-Mart for $40. You could even get better deals at yard sales, thrift stores, etc. Also, the prices I listed will provide you with enough material to do multiple bulk grows with GRAINS. PF tek is even cheaper.
-------------------- Of course, then there's the problem of eating vermiculite. On the bright side, it makes your poop and teeth glitter. Just pretend it's christmas. -RR Those mushrooms are fine. Your friend is a pussy. -RR Outdoor Patch
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ShadOWCrack
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: M11]
#14137456 - 03/17/11 03:52 PM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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than again "each to his own" right?
some ppl dont have 100$ just saying, also ppl not in the states cant find alot of that.
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ShadOWCrack
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: BlindBat]
#14137626 - 03/17/11 04:26 PM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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alot of ppl have mommy for that stuff too. or from next door??? my internet is only $20 so..............
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BlindBat
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: BlindBat]
#14137873 - 03/17/11 05:03 PM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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bro i wasnt trying to be an ass or anything,iam just my bad
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BlindBat
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Re: Easiest way to grow? [Re: BlindBat]
#14137939 - 03/17/11 05:14 PM (12 years, 10 months ago) |
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lol i didnt see it.
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