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Homebrew Competitions / Re: NHC regional experiences

« on: May 03, 2013, 03:09:46 PM »

What does Mini-BOS being checked mean on the online entry page?

It means that your entry was part of what's called a "mini best of show" at the table where your beer was judged. At the NHC, that constituted the BJCP category it was entered into.

A mini best of show is a pool of the "best" entries each judge team chooses. From this "pool," the entries are judged in the same manner as the competition's overall best of show round - no Scoresheet is filled out for them typically.

For example, let's say there are 40 entries at the table and four pairs of judges working their way through them. Each judge pair is usually instructed by the head judge that they can advance a certain number of entries to the mini-BOS - the judges certainly do not have to advance any to a mini-BOS if they do not feel any they judged are worthy.

Let's say each judge pair sends three entries, so there are 12 entries in the mini-BOS pool. Two or more (preferably BJCP ranked) judges then evaluate each of the 12, choosing the first, second, and third place entries after discussion and debate.

Note that making it to the mini-BOS does not mean that an entry placed, it simply means that the entry stood out as a contender to place.

See http://www.bjcp.org/docs/MiniBOS.pdf for a more in-depth explanation.

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Homebrew Competitions / Re: Judging at 2nd round NHC

« on: May 01, 2013, 03:42:56 PM »

I'm in the same boat as the OP (Recognized with 1 pt).  I tried to register with no luck.  Is it to late to volunteer?  I was hoping to steward at the very least.

Mike,

Try this link to register to be a judge or steward at the Final Round: http://www.brewingcompetition.com/final/index.php?section=register&go=judge

I just tested it and it's working fine.

Geoff

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Events / Re: Have your NHC entries been wiped out?

« on: March 12, 2013, 07:21:05 AM »

this is related to today's events...

i was able to add 3 entries at Milwaukee before it closed/filled, but now when I login, it shows no entries.  anyone else have the same issue?

A message on my list of entries page says: If you notice any issues with your entry(s), please contact AHA Member Services at info@brewersassociation.org. I'd do just that.

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Events / Re: NHC Direct links email

« on: March 08, 2013, 03:32:17 PM »

Existing entries are still there and are now available after you log in. The original programming did not allow for people to see any entries, because most comps don't shut down and re-open. They simply open and stay open until their entry max is reached or their registration end date passes.

All is good now. Log in and you'll see your entries (if you already had some).

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Events / Re: Have your NHC entries been wiped out?

« on: March 08, 2013, 03:28:11 PM »

A fix was just implemented. Please log back in and check again.

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Events / Re: NHC 2013 Entry Problems - Possible Solutions?

« on: February 28, 2013, 10:23:01 AM »

As the "random guy in Colorado" I don't feel any need to defend myself or the software. The 100s of competitions that are using or have used this OPEN SOURCE and FREE software are more testament to its success than the issues experienced with the NHC registration on Tuesday.

I was honored that the AHA wanted to use the software for the NHC. I stand by it and welcome anyone's input into its continued development - like I said, it's open source. Admittedly, I am a self-taught php "programmer" - however, I saw a need for a particular product and filled that need for my own uses initially. I've put literally 1000s of hours into the continued development and happily dove into helping the AHA, modifying it to fit their needs.

It's true that the events of the 26th necessitate some serious consideration and remediation. Believe me, I've been in constant contact with the folks at the AHA since 1:05 PM on Tuesday. They are working long hours at 110% to make things right, analyze what went wrong, and figure our what to do about.

At least this "random guy in Colorado" did something about helping the homebrewing community in a way he feels reasonably competent instead of complaining about it in some forum.

That's all I am going to say about the subject.

Thanks,

Geoff

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Homebrew Competitions / Biere de Rock Belgian and French Ale Competition - Registration Is Open!

« on: November 02, 2012, 07:59:23 AM »

Biere de Rock

The Rock Hoppers Brew Club announces the 4th Annual Biere de Rock Belgian and French Ale Homebrew Competition. Registration is open!

Call for Judges and Stewards

If you are willing to be a judge or steward, please go to http://www.bierederock.com/register, register, and fill out the appropriate information.

Competition Contact
Geoff Humphrey - Competition Coordinator - http://www.bierederock.com/contact

Entries

To enter, please go to http://www.bierederock.com and proceed through the registration process.

Entry Deadline

All entries must be received by our shipping location or at a drop-off location by Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 5:00 PM, MST. Entries will not be accepted beyond this date.

Registration Deadline

Registration will close on Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 11:59 PM, MST. Please note: registered users will not be able to add, view, edit, or delete entries on the registration website after  this date.

Entry Fee

$6 per entry.

Payment

After registering and inputting entries, all participants must pay their entry fee(s). Accepted payment methods include:

• Check, made out to Rock Hoppers Brew Club
• PayPal.
• Google Wallet.

Competition Location and Date

Lone Tree Brewing Company
Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 8:00 AM, MST
8200 Park Meadows Drive  Lone Tree, Co 80124

Categories Accepted

• 16A Witbier
• 16B Belgian Pale Ale
• 16C Saison
• 16D Biere de Garde
• 16E Belgian Specialty Ale
• 17B Flanders Red Ale
• 17C Flanders Brown Ale/Oud Bruin
• 17D Straight (Unblended) Lambic
• 17E Gueuze
• 17F Fruit Lambic
• 18A Belgian Blond Ale
• 18B Belgian Dubbel
• 18C Belgian Tripel
• 18D Belgian Golden Strong Ale
• 18E Belgian Dark Strong Ale

Shipping Address

Biere de Rock c/o The Brew Hut

15108 East Hampden Avenue, Aurora, CO 80014-3906

Drop Off Locations

The Brew Hut
 15120 E. Hampden Ave. Aurora, CO  80014
(303) 680-8898

Beer at Home - Englewood
4393 South Broadway Englewood, Colorado
(303) 789-3676

Beer at Home - Westminster
1325 W 121st Ave Westminster, Colorado
(720) 872-9463

Hop To It Homebrew
2900 Valmont Rd.
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 444-8888

Stomp Them Grapes
4731 Lipan St.
Denver, CO 80211
(303) 433-6552

Hops And Berries
125 Remington St Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 493-2484

Awards

The awards ceremony will take place following lunch and once judging is completed.

Places will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each subcategory (for example, all 16A entries will be judged against each other). Medals will be awarded for the overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each category (for example, all category 16 entries).

Further, the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each overall category will advance to the Best of Show (BOS) round with a single, overall Best of Show beer selected. The Best of Show winner will receive a really big trophy and some other prizes.

Additional prizes may be awarded to those winners present at the awards ceremony at the discretion of RHBC.

Award Ceremony

Lone Tree Brewing
Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 12:30 PM, MST
8200 Park Meadows Drive Lone Tree, Co 80124

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Club Leadership & Organization / Re: Club By Laws / Constitution Examples

« on: October 24, 2012, 12:27:54 PM »

Here's a link to the Rock Hoppers Brew Club By-Laws.

We haven't incorporated as yet, but the by-laws were put into place early last year just in case.

http://www.rockhoppersbrewclub.com/page/rock-hoppers-brew-club-laws

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Events / Re: NHC 2014?

« on: June 26, 2012, 08:02:12 AM »

I didn't hear anything - they announced 2013 of course. Then again, I had been drinking...

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Homebrew Clubs / Re: What Denver area clubs are fairly active?

« on: June 19, 2012, 10:47:31 AM »

Our club, the Rock Hoppers, is very active in the Colorado homebrewing community. Our website is constantly updated and we meet consistently the second Thursday of every month in the Castle Rock/Parker area.

We've got a rotating contingent of members who attend NHC every year... we participate in Club Night and the Hospitality Suite, serving our members' beer to the masses (we even had a write up from a beer blogger that became a fan of our brews in Minnesota).

We host a competition in early December (Biere de Rock) and a golf tournament in August (Hop on the Green).

Other activities include:

• Hopper Happy Hours the third Thursday of every month at various Denver area beer bars and breweries
• Brew With Me! events
• Big Brew Day in May
• Brewers Rendezvous camping trip in July
• Annual Hop-o-ween Party in October
• Holiday beer exchange

Dues are $20 per year. That's cheap!!

Check us out at http://www.rockhoppersbrewclub.com, http://www.rhbc.co, and http://www.bierederock.com.

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General Homebrew Discussion / Re: Better Beer Scores-Craft Beer U

« on: May 29, 2012, 09:44:57 AM »

Timmy, I hope your experience was positive in taking the 12 week Better Beer Scores course. Please keep us posted here of your progress!

Some exiting news on our front especially relevant to this thread...

Due to the changes in the BJCP's testing methodologies, Better Beer Scores has been revised and re-launched - the  program is now comprised of three shorter (4-5 week) courses, each aligned with one of the three BJCP Exams (the BJCP Entrance Exam, the BJCP Tasting Exam, and the BJCP Written Proficiency Exam).

If anyone has any questions, please feel free to ask them here or PM me.

Geoff

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Events / Re: Advice for Shipping AHEM *Yeast Samples* to NHC

« on: May 26, 2012, 09:18:10 AM »

Welcome home Scott! Thanks for all your service in Afghanistan. Bet'll be nice to get back to brewing again...

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Events / Re: Advice for Shipping AHEM *Yeast Samples* to NHC

« on: May 24, 2012, 12:52:27 PM »

That's only 1300 miles. Must be Union Drivers. Maybe a couple of single guy members should do it. Less the 24 hours on the road. Doesn't get warm till western Idaho.

Unfortunately, we don't have the option this year. With the conference selling out so quick, our driving brothers and sisters weren't able to get tickets. Hopefully, there will be more offered next year so those with the penchant for road trips will be able to transport our kegs.

Anywhoo, we're thinking that the non-refrigerated transport is the way we'll go.

Thanks everyone for your advice!

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Events / Advice for Shipping AHEM *Yeast Samples* to NHC

« on: May 23, 2012, 12:29:43 PM »

My club is planning on shipping our kegs out to NHC this year via private courier. We've received quotes from two, one using a refrigerated truck and another a non-refrigerated trailer. Although we prefer to keep the stuff cold on its three day journey, the cost MUCH more for refrigerated transport (on the level of 250% more).

Should we not worry so much about whether the kegs are cold en route? Simply RDWHAHB?

Any advice is welcome...

Geoff

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Kegging and Bottling / Re: Beer Gun w/ highly carbbed beers...

« on: May 09, 2012, 08:36:20 AM »

Don't forget to vent the keg before putting it on the gas at 3 psi.

+1. Excellent advice.