[aicez]

I've found that befriending a roaster can get your price down by half. YMMV

[Arch-TK]

Do you think stalking James Hoffman is a good way to make friends with him? Just taking notes.

There are lots of local roasters but I'm a little bit too introverted to make friends that easily.

I think making an electronically controlled hot air roaster and just roasting at home is less effort than what you suggest. ;)