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I just brewed this on Saturday. Had a low OG. I think my sparging needs refining. My last few brews the OG was way off. Anyway, shes fermenting now and smells amazing.

You're fine with the lid blowing off since it was the first 24 hours. Just replace it with a blow off tube.

I think we found a new BJCP style! :cask:

Next time, if you know this may be an issue, couldn't you purge the carboy of O2 before racking?

I just opened two bottles from a winery in Wyoming that were slightly carbonated. Tasted great. Not sure why it would be necessary and I concur that it would naturally degas IMO.

Welcome! Homebrewing is a very rewarding, fulfilling hobby! Been at it for about 5 years and I can tell you that at the beginning, simplicity is key. Doing multi-step fermentation can cause unnecessary confusion (hence why you're asking the question), not to mention you have even more chances...

I've never thought about that, but you make a great point! Thanks!