The BBQ and Smoking Thread

[cidley69]

Looking to buy entry level smoker. Found a like new Weber smokey mountain 19" for $150, but not sure if maybe I should be starting with an electric version. Main factor is ease of use.

Any advice on cost effective starter model. Budget $2-300 ish.

[killramos]

Electric gets old quickly. It’s more of an appliance than a hobby.

Like if you need to process a half a deer into jerky? Electric smoker is the way to go.

If you want to get into the hobby of smoking and bbq? Get the Smokey Mountain.

[cidley69]

Sounds like solid advice.

A wireless thermometer seems like must have item. Anything specific to look for on these? Is there a certain model to get? What's fireboard about, worth the cost, compatible with briquette smoker?

[killramos]

I have a FireBoard. It’s sweet, multiple temp probes that graph, smartphone integration, integrated PID control to control temps on long (re overnight) cooks. It’s expensive, but much better results than my old cheapo.

That said, a fireboard will set you back more than that Smokey mountain will.

You can always get a $50 dollar one from Amazon and see how you like the hobby, I used one for years.

[ThePenIsMightier]

Purchase the Smokey Mountain immediately!! That's exactly the deal I got on mine and I don't regret it one bit.

You'll need a charcoal chimney starter and to quickly get the hang of lighting and heating charcoal. Just remember that it's never about hustling to get dinner ready quickly. It's about taking a long time and relaxing.

[killramos]

Correct. I do not advocate in any way for a charcoal grill to replace a gas or propane grill. Will never replace the ability to be grilling in 5-10 minutes.

Different purposes.

[cidley69]

Not looking to replace my grill, have a nice Napoleon NG that works great.

[cidley69]

Looking at buying this thermometer, anyone have user review of this brand?

https://www.amazon.ca/ThermoPro-Wire...ubstore&sr=1-6

[killramos]

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Looking at buying this thermometer, anyone have user review of this brand?

https://www.amazon.ca/ThermoPro-Wire...ubstore&sr=1-6

I got that one for My brother for his birthday last year. Haven’t heard any complaints.

[dirtsniffer]

I was happy starting with a kettle. Really versatile. Might as well get one now to go along with the smokey mountain

[cidley69]

This looks pretty sweet, anyone rocking one of these?

https://meater.com

[ThePenIsMightier]

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[haggis88]

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Looking at buying this thermometer, anyone have user review of this brand?

https://www.amazon.ca/ThermoPro-Wire...ubstore&sr=1-6

I have a different model ThermoPro, but it's been solid so far, even after being left out in the snow overnight last year

Seems fairly accurate when compared to the various analogue and other thermometers I have around

[killramos]

I always thought Meater would be awesome for rotisserie.

Also, get a thermapen as well. A leave in thermometer is only one tool in your arsenal, and a good instant read should be used to confirm the leave in isn’t reading a hot spot etc.

[Buster]

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I always thought Meater would be awesome for rotisserie.

Also, get a thermapen as well. A leave in thermometer is only one tool in your arsenal, and a good instant read should be used to confirm the leave in isn’t reading a hot spot etc.

i just assume everyone has a thermapen in their drawer.

[killramos]

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i just assume everyone has a thermapen in their drawer.

I’ve started buying them for everyone in the family who expects me to help with making dinner when I come over.

[bulaian]

Agreed, I have this one https://www.amazon.ca/ThermoPro-TP18...dp/B0793MSG7S/

[Buster]

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Agreed, I have this one https://www.amazon.ca/ThermoPro-TP18...dp/B0793MSG7S/

I'm sure it's good.

But thermapen.

[ercchry]

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I'm sure it's good.

But thermapen.

The issue I have is I like to drink while I BBQ and from time to time someone distracts me while I’m checking temp and I close the lid with the pen still in the meat… which then is a melted mess by the time I check the meat again… so I stick to cheap pens as I’m not to be trusted with the good ones

[ThePenIsMightier]

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The issue I have is I like to drink while I BBQ and from time to time someone distracts me while I’m checking temp and I close the lid with the pen still in the meat… which then is a melted mess by the time I check the meat again… so I stick to cheap pens as I’m not to be trusted with the good ones

Paging Betty Ford.