{"product_id":"subminimal-flick-wdt-espresso-distribution-tool","title":"Subminimal Flick WDT Espresso Distribution Tool","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-lead\"\u003eThe Subminimal Flick is a Weiss Distribution Technique (WDT) tool for espresso, designed for home baristas who want more consistent extraction from every puck. Six stainless steel needles break up clumps and distribute grounds evenly in the portafilter basket before tamping. The Flick ships in Black or Silver, each with the same aluminium construction and retractable-needle mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDistribute Evenly, Extract Consistently\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUneven coffee grounds in the portafilter basket create channels where water finds the path of least resistance, producing an uneven, often bitter or sour shot. The Flick's six fine needles stir through the grounds and break up clumps before tamping, giving water a uniform bed to pass through. The practical payoff is more consistent extraction shot to shot, and the difference is especially noticeable with light roast beans, which are denser and more prone to channelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRetractable Needles, No Fuss Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost WDT tools leave needles exposed all the time, which is a snag hazard and makes storage awkward. The Flick solves this with a magnetic retraction mechanism: one press of the button extends the needles for use, and a flick of the wrist sends them back in. The needles are never out when they don't need to be, which makes the tool safe to set down, pick up, and store without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo Needle Sizes, One Hex Key, Ready to Go\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flick ships with 0.5mm needles pre-installed. That thicker diameter is intentional: it protects the needles during transit. Inside the box are two sets of 0.35mm replacement needles, the size most users prefer for WDT because the finer tip moves through grounds with less resistance. Swapping needles requires the included hex key and takes under a minute. A sturdy aluminium stand and a self-adhesive magnetic wall mount are also included, so the Flick has a home on the counter or on the machine from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic retraction mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e one-click extends needles, a flick of the wrist retracts them for safe, clean storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo needle diameters included:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5mm pre-installed for shipping durability, plus two sets of 0.35mm replacements preferred for WDT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatte anodised aluminium body:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110 x 18mm, 48g, built for daily use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel needles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42mm length, six needles arranged in three pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo mounting options included:\u003c\/strong\u003e aluminium stand (22mm wide x 25mm tall) and self-adhesive magnetic wall mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHex key included:\u003c\/strong\u003e for needle swaps, no separate tools needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBody material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAluminium, matte anodised finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNeedle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBody dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e110 x 18mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e48g\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNeedle count\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e6 (3 sets of 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNeedle length\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e42mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePre-installed needle diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eReplacement needle diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.35mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStand dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e22mm wide x 25mm tall\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRetraction mechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMagnetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAvailable colours\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlack, Silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIn the box\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFlick WDT tool, 6 replacement needles (two sets of 0.35mm), aluminium stand, self-adhesive magnetic mount, hex key, instructions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Is For and Isn't\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-yes\"\u003eThe Flick suits home espresso brewers who pull shots regularly and want to reduce channelling without adding complexity to their workflow. It is particularly effective for anyone dialling in light roast beans, where even distribution has the most audible impact on extraction quality. The compact size and included stand or magnetic mount make it easy to fit into any counter setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-no\"\u003eThe Flick is a manual puck-prep tool and does not automate tamping or any other step beyond distribution. It is not suited to portafilter baskets that cannot be stirred with a 42mm needle length, and it does not replace a tamper. Replacement needles are sold separately once the included sets are used up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is WDT and why does it matter for espresso?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eWDT stands for Weiss Distribution Technique. It involves stirring ground coffee in the portafilter basket with thin needles before tamping, breaking up clumps and levelling the bed so water flows evenly through the puck during extraction. The Flick WDT tool performs this step with six stainless steel needles and a magnetic retraction mechanism that keeps the needles safely retracted when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhich needle size should I use for everyday WDT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Flick ships with 0.5mm needles pre-installed to survive transit without bending. For daily WDT use, the included 0.35mm replacement needles are the recommended size: the finer diameter moves through grounds more freely and is the diameter most users settle on. Swapping to the 0.35mm needles requires the included hex key and takes under a minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat mounting options does the Flick come with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eEvery Flick WDT tool includes two storage options: a sturdy aluminium stand (22mm wide, 25mm tall) that sits on the counter, and a self-adhesive magnetic disc that mounts to a wall or the side of an espresso machine. Both are in the box; no additional purchase is needed to get the tool off the counter or within reach of the portafilter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eHow do I swap the needles when I want to change diameter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Flick WDT tool ships with a hex key sized for its needle-retention screws. Loosen the screws, remove the installed needles, insert the replacement set, and re-tighten. The process takes under a minute. Two sets of 0.35mm replacement needles are included in the box; additional replacement packs are available separately from CoffeeRoast Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eIs the Flick effective with light roast espresso specifically?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eLight roast beans are denser and grind into a finer, more compacted bed that is especially prone to channelling. Using the Flick WDT tool to break up clumps and distribute grounds evenly before tamping is particularly effective with light roasts, where an uneven puck has a more pronounced effect on extraction consistency and cup flavour than it does with darker, more forgiving roasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Subminimal","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":68211052609757,"sku":"SUB-FK-01-BL","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":68211052642525,"sku":"SUB-FK-01-SL","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/3315\/1709\/files\/Flick.jpg?v=1792205569","url":"https:\/\/coffeeroastco.com\/ja\/products\/subminimal-flick-wdt-espresso-distribution-tool","provider":"CoffeeRoast Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}