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12-29-2007, 10:50 AM
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Did anyone have to buy a new blender for the liquid stage? If so, can you recommend something that'll pulverize the crap outta the fruit & ice I make into smoothies? Thanks!
PS - I can't spend like, $100 on a blender....
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12-29-2007, 11:15 AM
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I didn't go crazy expense wise myself for this stage - I got at Target the Hamilton Beach Personal Blender w/Travel Lid $16.99. Worked great & I still use it.
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12-29-2007, 12:53 PM
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AHH! I understand! I am broke and can never afford anything fancy!! I however got what's called a "Shake and Take" for Christmas which is a small blender (which works VERY well) and the cannister that everything blends in, doubles as a travel bottle! It makes things SOOOO Easy for me, and now there is no excuse to eat junk because I'm "in a hurry" or "too busy". My mom said it was $20 at a store like Walmart... heres the link to buy it! SHAKE N TAKE - Taylor Gifts
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12-29-2007, 12:56 PM
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I have the Magic Bullet and it is wonderful. You can get it at Wal-Mart for $54.97. It's a little pricey, but so worth it.
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12-29-2007, 01:07 PM
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The travel blenders look nice, but I do not think they'll blend the frozen fruit I use. I am looking for more motor strength than the one I have now. I saw something akin to a magic bullet selling for $19.99, so maybe I'll get that. The blade just kind of freaks me out, because it's right there after you take off each cup --- does it freak you out at all, ggirl? Thanks to everyone!
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12-29-2007, 01:08 PM
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i got the bullet, too...just finished a protein drink i blended with ice and a little peanut butter
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12-29-2007, 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by crackedpepper  I saw something akin to a magic bullet selling for $19.99, so maybe I'll get that. The blade just kind of freaks me out, because it's right there after you take off each cup --- does it freak you out at all, ggirl? Thanks to everyone! | At first it did a little, but now that I know how to use it, it's all good. What is the name of the blender that is similar to the magic bullet and where do you get it? I was thinking of getting one for my sister (she's getting married) but if there is one that is similar and cost less, I'd rather get that one.
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12-29-2007, 01:31 PM
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It is from Bella Cucina -- hang on, I'll get you a link, I just saw it on Macy*s website... I'm sure they ship if there isn't one near ya.
Here it is... hopes this helps: Macy*s - Kitchen - Bella Cucina 17-Piece Rocket Blending System
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12-29-2007, 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by crackedpepper | Wow, if I were you, I would order now. It seems to be very similar to the magic bullet. That's a great deal! Thanks for the info.
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12-29-2007, 01:43 PM
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I was just crabbing about my blender last night! Is the bullet as great as they advertise? I have a hamilton beach and HATE it. Never blends the ice up very well. Grrrr.
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12-29-2007, 01:46 PM
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In my experience, the stuff they tote on TV is usually crappy, or a crappier form of something good (like they have that new ped-egg commerical out, but I have the real foot thing, from Microplane -- though I have not used the ped-egg). I am still researching some blenders online, deciding whether to go to Macy*s or Bed & Bath... This is the one I really want, but the cheapest I can find it is like $85: Waring Pro Blender - Professional Blender (Retro Green) PBB212
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12-29-2007, 01:48 PM
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Originally Posted by L.A. I was just crabbing about my blender last night! Is the bullet as great as they advertise? I have a hamilton beach and HATE it. Never blends the ice up very well. Grrrr. | Yes, the magic bullet is wonderful, it works so much better than any other blender I've ever owned. I just ordered the Bella Cucina from Macy's for my sister. It seems very similar to the MB and it's on sale for $19.99. I'm all about saving money and this is a great deal.
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12-29-2007, 01:50 PM
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#13 | chalk full nutty goodness
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Originally Posted by crackedpepper | Read the reviews. Seems like a lot of people have had issues with some rubber rings breaking or sliding down and jamming the blades. Enough un-happy reviews that I am going to check out somehting else. Thanks for the link!
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12-29-2007, 01:51 PM
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Georgiagirl - maybe I will get that too, if you say the bullet is so good... decisions decisions!
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12-29-2007, 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by L.A. Read the reviews. Seems like a lot of people have had issues with some rubber rings breaking or sliding down and jamming the blades. Enough un-happy reviews that I am going to check out somehting else. Thanks for the link! | Eek, I just saw that! I wonder what kind of plastics are used in these things... you should only use things that are food grade plastic, like polycarbonate...
GG, I'm sorry if I've led you astray!
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