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Member Since 30/12/2014
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The Captain replied to daydream on Garmin Vivoactive 5 Smartwatch $392.57 (Was $499) Delivered @ Amazon UK via AU
Yep you’ll have to pony up $750 for the Venu 3.
24/03/2024 - 19:55
The Captain commented on Corsair Gaming Mouse Pad Extended (93 x 30 cm) $27.95 + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Amazon AU
🤔What sort of liquid accidents are people having at their computer that they need this beast?
13/03/2024 - 14:47
The Captain commented on Renpho Digital Food Scale $26.24 (Was $34.99) + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Renpho via Amazon AU
I’ve got this scale. Has it for 12 months. Pretty good overall but not rechargeable batteries. App is pretty crappy. Just use it as a…
13/03/2024 - 10:01
The Captain replied to windCheater on ~~Garmin Epix (Gen 2) Carbon Gray DLC Titanium $799~~, Garmin Fenix 7X $836 Delivered @ Amazon AU & Germany
That version doesn’t have the Sapphire screen, and has only half of the storage (16 vs 32GB IIRC). And in my opinion, it isn’t as sweet…
01/03/2024 - 11:28
The Captain replied to Ash-Say on [Refurb] 20% off Eligible Items, 22% off for eBay Plus Members (Max $300 Discount) @ eBay
Not sure if you’ve seen. They have changed the T and Cs on the fuel lock limiting the maximum price delta they will pay. 20c from memory…
22/02/2024 - 16:32
The Captain commented on USB Clamp Hub: 4x USB 3.0 US$8.10 (~A$12.51), 3x USB 3.0 + USB-C US$8.79 (~A$13.58) + More Delivered @ Ton-Top Store AliExpress
Hmmm, probably TOO cheap for my liking. Wonder how much / quality of protection circuitry is included. Last thing I want to do is blow the…
16/02/2024 - 13:07
The Captain commented on Ken Hom Classic Wok 10-Piece Set - $49.99 Delivered @ Costco Online (Membership Required)
After a lot of research I ended up getting the Yosukata black carbon wok from Amazon. Absolutely love it. Not cheap, but after correct…
31/01/2024 - 16:37
The Captain replied to Shaunf on Garmin epix (Gen 2), Carbon Gray DLC Titanium with Black Band $847 Delivered @ Amazon AU
No. That's only on the Epix Pro (Gen 2).
14/12/2023 - 13:40
The Captain commented on ME Bank Home Loan Refinance Cashback: $2000 on Minimum $400,000 Loan, $3000 on Minimum $700,000 Loan, LVR up to 80%
I moved to ME Bank recently for a similar promotion. Their online banking and apps are definitely bare bones. It's like online banking with…
28/11/2023 - 08:13
The Captain commented on [Android, iOS] Wreckfest $1.49 (Was $13.49) @ Apple App Store & Google Play Store
I have it on an M1 iPad Pro. Plays unreal. Absolute no brainer at this price!
09/11/2023 - 21:20
The Captain commented on [Prime] The Good, The Bad And The Ugly 4K $27.28 Delivered @ Amazon US via AU
Is there really any benefit to a “4K” version of classic movies like this?
16/10/2023 - 08:34
The Captain commented on Arrosto 12" Portable Gas Pizza Oven $299 + $24.95 Delivery (Free Click & Collect) @ Barbecues Galore
I’ve got one. It’s very good for the price. Biggest challenge is that the heat is all from the back - so you need to rotate the pizza…
25/09/2023 - 19:59
The Captain commented on Nullarbor Coffee Blend 1kg for $38 & Free Delivery @ Nuddy Coffee
Hi coffee sounds nice. Can you confirm if it’s freshly roasted?
04/09/2023 - 11:34
The Captain commented on 8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Gamepad (G Classic Edition) $59 + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $39 Spend) @ Amazon AU
Best controller I've bought in years. VG price.
21/08/2023 - 20:12
The Captain replied to dwarves on 50% off Selected Items + $6 Delivery ($0 for Members) @ POC Sports
Yeah think you’re correct. Either way, saved myself a good couple of pineapples.
18/08/2023 - 10:11
The Captain commented on 50% off Selected Items + $6 Delivery ($0 for Members) @ POC Sports
I’m waiting for their next 67% off sale 😜 Still surprised that they followed through with my order. Love my new helmet!
18/08/2023 - 08:38
The Captain commented on ME Bank Refinance up to $4000 Cashback, Minimum Loan $250,000 - and LVR up to 80%
I moved to ME bank recently from Macquarie. Just a note that their internet banking looks like it was developed in the early 2000s - with…
05/07/2023 - 08:07
The Captain replied to GregFiona on Dyson Gen5 Detect Absolute Cordless Vacuum Cleaner $1042 + Delivery ($0 C&C) @ The Good Guys
Got it in the last deal and the laser light really makes a difference to seeing how dirty the floors are and where you have missed spots.
01/07/2023 - 15:22
The Captain replied to tunzafun001 on Pic’s Peanut Butter 380g $3.75 @ Coles
Mayvers used to use Aussie peanuts but demand outstripped local peanut supply. The Aussie peanuts had a much richer taste than the imported…
05/06/2023 - 10:53
The Captain commented on DeLonghi 1500W Radia S Oil Column Heater w/Timer $111 + Delivery ($0 C&C) @ The Good Guys Commercial (Membership Required)
I just bought this heater last week! Great unit - I use it to heat up only the study when im WFH as opposed to using the central heating to…
02/06/2023 - 09:40
The Captain replied to mrhorse on [Afterpay] Dyson V15 Detect Complete Cordless Vacuum Cleaner $922.50 Delivered @ Dyson eBay
I got it in the last deal for $921. It is amazing! There's a good youtube on the difference between the 2. Get the Gen5detect.
01/06/2023 - 20:11
The Captain replied to doobey1231 on MacBook Pro 13" M2 8-Core CPU 10-Core GPU 8GB/256GB Space Grey $1797 + Delivery ($0 to Metro) @ Officeworks
Yeah it is basically an update of the old version just with the M2. Good overview at Ars Technica…
31/05/2023 - 10:11
The Captain commented on MacBook Pro 13" M2 8-Core CPU 10-Core GPU 8GB/256GB Space Grey $1797 + Delivery ($0 to Metro) @ Officeworks
Just in case potential buyers aren’t aware, this is the ancient design. Would stay away and get an M2 Air, unless you really want the…
31/05/2023 - 08:45
The Captain replied to Mentok on Garmin Edge 540 $540 Delivered @ Salter Cycles
Same here. My old 520 lasts only about 3hrs - especially now it’s cold. … Also need to seek approval from the head of finances….
22/05/2023 - 11:12
The Captain replied to kandaichus on Garmin Edge 540 $540 Delivered @ Salter Cycles
Check out DC Rainmaker’s review on YouTube. He reckons that due to the latest complexity of the software, this is the first time he…
21/05/2023 - 14:43
The Captain replied to bilbies on Macap M2E Domus Coffee Grinder - Black - $649.00 + Delivery ($0 MEL C&C) @ Talk Coffee
I’ve been a customer of them for many years. Very happy with their after sales service. And no I don’t work there or are connected to…
19/05/2023 - 17:59
The Captain replied to frugaI on Dyson Gen5detect Absolute Vacuum Cleaner $921 Delivered @ Dyson eBay
Me too. V6 Slim is 6.5yrs old and pretty much on its last legs
16/05/2023 - 21:38
The Captain replied to expatOz on Dyson Gen5detect Absolute Vacuum Cleaner $921 Delivered @ Dyson eBay
Great to hear. Appreciate your thoughts!
16/05/2023 - 13:59
The Captain replied to expatOz on Dyson Gen5detect Absolute Vacuum Cleaner $921 Delivered @ Dyson eBay
How do you find it? Happy with its performance?
16/05/2023 - 13:17
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