Anybody into BBQ/Smoking?

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stangman67
stangman67 Posts: 2,197
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Such a beautiful day here in Maryland, so I got a 10 pound brisket in my smoker right now. 8 hours in and only at 167 degrees! Lots of time left to go. Anybody else got a smoker?

Zach
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  • Conradicles
    Conradicles Posts: 6,052
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    Yes Sir one of my hobbies. I smoked some trout and lobster tails last weekend. Good times Zach!
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  • stangman67
    stangman67 Posts: 2,197
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    That's awesome. I haven;t experimented with fish. For now I am using the Akorn Kamado style smoker but looking to upgrade into a ceramic kamado. Going to Sam's tomorrow to see if they have any of the Visions in stock. What do you use?
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  • adb3da
    adb3da Posts: 506
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    Oh yeah me too. I use a 22.5" Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker. I mainly do pork butts and ribs but I enjoy brisket as well. I'm in the mood for a cook too!
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  • trav0810
    trav0810 Posts: 1,056
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    Smoked brisket is my favorite food. Got my mouth watering!
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  • stangman67
    stangman67 Posts: 2,197
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    This is my smoker. I have a Auber PID to control temps but even with that I cannot keep it at 225, the fire slowly dies and then I have to open the top vent up completely to revive it, and then it way overshoots and its a constant struggle. If I set it to 240ish it does alright but I still need to watch it. Definitely time to go ceramic I think. I'll post some pics of the brisket when its done, probably gonna be another 5 or 6 hours though

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  • treitz3
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    Got the BGE but I haven't used it so far this season. Got a little lazy last year after the purchase of a propane grill. The BGE has been in use for over a decade or so, love the end results.

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  • stangman67
    stangman67 Posts: 2,197
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    I'm not so sure could ever use a gas grill again. Sure it is convenient but man the results out of a charcoal smoker is fantastic, and I find it incredibly fun as well. Throw back some beer and sit outside
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  • stangman67
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    12 and a half hours of fighting with this grill (no I didn't wrap while on the smoker). Just need to let it sit for a while before sampling. Took it off at 199 degrees.

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  • treitz3
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    I got the gas grill for breakfast items and things that only take 5-10 minutes to cook. The BGE is for longer cooking items like what is pictured above. I am liking the gas grill for the convenience of quick cooking items. Got tired of spending more time prepping the BGE than actual cooking time. Know what I mean?

    The BGE ain't goin' anywhere. She's a workhorse.

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  • stangman67
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    I get where you are coming from Tom. I had a gas grill when I first got the Akorn and I found myself wanting to use the gas grill for convenience , but I really preferred the results when using the akorn, even for the quick jobs such as burgers and steaks. It is definitely more of a commitment but I am enjoying it for now
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  • marvda1
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    this is my smoker, a rockin' w 24"by 48" insulated firebox smoker.
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  • stangman67
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    Wow look at that beauty! You must be throwing some big parties with a smoker of that size. I'm not sure I have enough friends to warrant a smoker like that
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  • Conradicles
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    I use an old school R2D2. Will upgrade one of these days. I find it fun to smoke things most folks don't think about trying.
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  • txcoastal1
    txcoastal1 Posts: 13,134
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    la2vegas wrote: »
    Wow Marv! That smokin rig says you mean business. Ain't no rookie drivin that big rig.

    I've known Marvin for 6yrs now, several gatherings and 6 LSAF's and not a single sample of his BBQ....WTH
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  • WagnerRC
    WagnerRC Posts: 2,139
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    Damn and that is one impressive smoker. I use a traeger pellet here. Nice smoker marv
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  • kharp1
    kharp1 Posts: 3,453
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    I'll smoke a good cigar.

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  • oldmodman
    oldmodman Posts: 740
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    Love smoking beef and pork. Never have good luck with fowl.
    I used to use my big horizontal smoker. it took a lot of lump coal and wood.
    Now I just use my Weber kettle and the "snake" method.
    Here is the snake method. it works incredibly well, it is easy to do, it uses way less wood, and it's nearly automatic.

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  • deucekazoo
    deucekazoo Posts: 146
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    I have a Green Mountain Pellet grill. I love that thing and smoke/grill all year round. I just smoked some pork shoulder for the Super Bowl. It turned out really good, but made way too much. I also like smoking cheese. I only use the grill as a holder. I have a smoking tube I use so the cheese does not melt(cold smoke). Only down side with cheese is that you have to let it rest in the fridge for a month before you can try it.
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  • erniejade
    erniejade Posts: 6,317
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    I smoked a 9 lb pork shoulder yesterday. 225 @ just shy of 17 hours. Took it up to 200. Wrapped it up in foil after 6 -7 hours when it hit the stall.
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  • erniejade
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    After I trimmed it up, it was probably more towards 8 lbs or 8. whatever before smoking.
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  • tonyb
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    Don't have a smoker, love them but not sure I have the patience for the time it takes.

    Speaking of BBQ, Chicago was 65 degrees, I was eating outside on the deck in February...in Chicago. Had to throw some ribeye and fillet mignon on the grill just to smell that smell again....and of course eat. Dang, I could never be a vegetarian.
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  • polrbehr
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    stangman67 wrote: »
    12 and a half hours of fighting with this grill (no I didn't wrap while on the smoker). Just need to let it sit for a while before sampling. Took it off at 199 degrees.

    IMG_20170219_202916_zps5gf9uuoc.jpg

    Now that's impressive. What kind of rub do you use?
    So, are you willing to put forth a little effort or are you happy sitting in your skeptical poo pile?


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  • thsmith
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    stangman67 wrote: »
    This is my smoker. I have a Auber PID to control temps but even with that I cannot keep it at 225, the fire slowly dies and then I have to open the top vent up completely to revive it, and then it way overshoots and its a constant struggle. If I set it to 240ish it does alright but I still need to watch it. Definitely time to go ceramic I think. I'll post some pics of the brisket when its done, probably gonna be another 5 or 6 hours though

    IMG_20170219_161112_zpstq2dctrf.jpg

    Keep the top vent open at least half way always. Control temps with intake.
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  • stangman67
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    Doesn't work like that on this akorn, too leaky. If I keep the top open half and the bottom closed it will get way too hot. My PID barely ever activates the blower to keep temp, even with the top barely cracked on my Akorn.
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    polrbehr wrote: »

    Now that's impressive. What kind of rub do you use?

    I just used an off the shelf Bone Suckin Sauce Steak Rub. Turned out ok, little bit dry which I attribute to the smoker getting too hot at times and dried the meat out. Actively looking at ceramic cookers at the moment, will probably order one today at some point

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  • txcoastal1
    txcoastal1 Posts: 13,134
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    Here's my tailgator smoker pit. The last pic is a factory pic
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  • stangman67
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    That thing is cool! I just pulled the trigger on a ceramic Kamado. WIll take a few weeks to get here, but will give me time to try and sell my Akorn
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  • Erik Tracy
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    Yup. Got a 18.5 WSM
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    Last cook was St. Louis ribs done to smoked tender deliciousness
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  • rooftop59
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    @Erik Tracy how do you like the WSM? Has it held up well? Can you smoke a full brisket on it? I am thinking that might be my b-day/father's day gift this year...if I have any say ;-)
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  • stangman67
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    I don't have personal experience with the WSM but have heard great things. I do recommend the Akorn though. Available at 299.99 at Home Depot and Lowe's. It is just as happy smoking a brisket for 14 hours as it is searing a steak at 700. For me it was a stepping stone to something that will be a lifetime investment but for many people it is an end all grill
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