These last couple questions raised a question that has been in the back of my mind. When using the 5g paint straining bags for BIAB, how many batches do people typically re-use the bags for? I like that it is only $5 for 2 bags, but if I have to replace them frequently the idea of having a bag made specifically for brewing starts to make more sense.
I've only done 1 batch of AG BIAB, and used the bag for both mashing grains and adding hops in the boil. I rinsed it out and had planned on using it again and again, but I really don't want to waste an entire batches worth of grain if the bag ever splits mid-process?