So I've only been brewing for about 6 months now. I did 2 extract kits from my LHBS. The rest have been AG and I've done 9 5 gallon batches of AG so far. One of the guys at work wants to learn and like most, didn't know where to start or how and was afraid of starting out AG. He came over today and we brewed a Pale Ale. I chose this for him because of the simple grain bill and one hop. It was a success and I am sure that very soon he will be brewing his own. I have had great success so far thanks to all of you on this board. Just wanted to say thanks from me and my friend, we are all helping to keep the art alive.