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re: In the market for a grill/smoker
Posted on 4/26/22 at 9:42 pm to jlovel7
Posted on 4/26/22 at 9:42 pm to jlovel7
If you want an all in one grill smoker combo a egg ceramic cooker is the way to go. It is a better grill than smoker. If you want a smoker only and you are on a budget go with a Weber Smokey Mt 22 inch. If you think you will really enjoy smoking meats especially ribs, butts and brisket go ahead and spend the money get a backwoods G2 chubby or a Lang patio model.
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Posted on 4/27/22 at 8:28 am to SingleMalt1973
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If you want an all in one grill smoker combo a egg ceramic cooker is the way to go.
I've got an Egg and a Weber gas grill. I've owned the Egg since 2015 and haven't lit the Weber since then.
Posted on 4/27/22 at 8:38 am to jlovel7
A month or so ago I purchased a Camp Chef 36" woodwind with the sidekick attachment after reading some reviews here. It was $1,500 or so all in.
I previously had a gas grill and a horizontal smoker. I wanted to be able to grill quickly if I just wanted a burger or something, but also was tired of tending the fire on my smoker every 30 minutes. I was worried about the cook times on the pellet smokers or heat up time. In hindsight, that wasn't a valid concern. It gets to cooking temps in 10 min or so.
I honestly wouldn't change a thing about this grill. Steaks are SUPER simple to get the nice rare to medium rare you want. Comes with meat probes. Cook to 100, then sear on the cast iron cook top. Chicken comes out juicier and more tender than I could ever get on the grill. Smoking meats, I can throw meat on the smoker and go to work all day and come home to a brisket ready to eat. And don't get me started on burnt ends. Everything has been delicious that I have cooked on this thing and it is 95% the grill. I couldn't find another grill other than Pit Boss that had a pellet smoker/gas grill top option. $1,500 is probably a bit on the higher end of the budget pellet smokers, but it was money well spent to me.
I previously had a gas grill and a horizontal smoker. I wanted to be able to grill quickly if I just wanted a burger or something, but also was tired of tending the fire on my smoker every 30 minutes. I was worried about the cook times on the pellet smokers or heat up time. In hindsight, that wasn't a valid concern. It gets to cooking temps in 10 min or so.
I honestly wouldn't change a thing about this grill. Steaks are SUPER simple to get the nice rare to medium rare you want. Comes with meat probes. Cook to 100, then sear on the cast iron cook top. Chicken comes out juicier and more tender than I could ever get on the grill. Smoking meats, I can throw meat on the smoker and go to work all day and come home to a brisket ready to eat. And don't get me started on burnt ends. Everything has been delicious that I have cooked on this thing and it is 95% the grill. I couldn't find another grill other than Pit Boss that had a pellet smoker/gas grill top option. $1,500 is probably a bit on the higher end of the budget pellet smokers, but it was money well spent to me.
Posted on 4/27/22 at 8:47 am to YOURADHERE
I'm considering a Kamado Joe but haven't pulled the trigger yet because they're a commitment at the price.
The New Orleans Costco has a Louisiana Grills roadshow / special events thing from May 6 through May 15.
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What do y'all know about Pit Bosses?
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I have their kamado grill, now sold at Costco under the Louisiana Grills branding. I've had it for almost 5 years now and have used the hell out of it, no complaints and it's held up great.
The New Orleans Costco has a Louisiana Grills roadshow / special events thing from May 6 through May 15.
Posted on 4/27/22 at 8:59 pm to Parrish
BGE all day
Posted on 4/28/22 at 1:33 pm to Irregardless
Check out Grilla Grills before you buy. If I ever buy a pellet that's probably the route I'll go.
Posted on 4/28/22 at 3:24 pm to WhiskeyThrottle
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A month or so ago I purchased a Camp Chef 36" woodwind with the sidekick attachment
I have the same thing. It's been an absolute dream.
Posted on 4/28/22 at 6:15 pm to TigerFanatic99
I also have a built in grill with an infrared sear station. Delta Heat is the brand. It's the entry level for Twin Eagles. Honestly, I think Weber cooks just as good as the $5k+ grills, but I needed a built in grill and this one is American made pretty solid.
Posted on 4/28/22 at 8:16 pm to jlovel7
I have several types in my outdoor kitchen. I have a Napoleon built in gas grill....good quality, typical gas grill performance, least used. BGE...great flavor, holds temp pretty good, awesome if you like lump coal cooking. Traeger.....easiest/laziest cooking, has WiFi and can be operated by my phone, drawback is if you like heavy smoke flavor pellets do not do it, think of a convection oven powered by pellets. Blackstone griddle.....by far the most used piece of the bunch, enjoy the hell out of coming up with different recipes.
Posted on 4/29/22 at 9:38 am to jlovel7
A few years ago, I was looking to replace my smoker. Had it for years and was wanting to upgrade to a heavy and big smoker. Budget was in the $5,000 range. Lots of options and research to do! While I was considering my options, I knew I needed something to grill and smoke on until I pulled the trigger. I spent right at $200 for a Weber Kettle. Well, it does all I need to do. I bought a few accessories, read a lot and never did buy the $5,000 smoker.
I can do most anything I want on the Weber. Obviously not as much volume, but for my family, all we need.
Do your research. Find some of the YouTube video's on Weber Kettles, I think you will be pleased.
Good luck!
I can do most anything I want on the Weber. Obviously not as much volume, but for my family, all we need.
Do your research. Find some of the YouTube video's on Weber Kettles, I think you will be pleased.
Good luck!
Posted on 4/29/22 at 9:40 am to LSUBoo
I have a Weber charcoal grill, smokey mountain for smoking and a gas grill for quick and easy cooks. Ever since I got my Kamado Joe I have not used any of those. Yes it is expensive, but I can't stress enough how amazing these ceramic cookers are.
Posted on 4/29/22 at 10:04 am to jlovel7
Lots of great options suggested. I’ll say this, if you decide to go with a charcoal, stick burner or pellet grill for all the obvious reasons, but still want the convenience of a gas grill for quick cooks, you might look at the Weber Q to add to whatever you pick.
They are small, portable and reasonably priced. And they cook like a charm. No flare ups, even heating and fun to cook on.
I have a BGE, RecTec and all kinds of other devices but I love grilling on that thing... So well designed.
Weber Q
They are small, portable and reasonably priced. And they cook like a charm. No flare ups, even heating and fun to cook on.
I have a BGE, RecTec and all kinds of other devices but I love grilling on that thing... So well designed.
Weber Q
Posted on 4/29/22 at 11:19 am to Professor Dawghair
Looks like that little fella will only hold about 3 hamburgers huh? Or is the pic misleading?
Posted on 4/29/22 at 11:21 am to GeauxTigers0107
I've cooked 8 on mine no problem. They supposedly can fit 12 when you use their press.
I love my Q. They also make a bigger version if you need it, but the linked one is perfect for our use at tailgates, Mardi Gras, etc.
I love my Q. They also make a bigger version if you need it, but the linked one is perfect for our use at tailgates, Mardi Gras, etc.
Posted on 4/29/22 at 11:47 am to GeauxTigers0107
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Looks like that little fella will only hold about 3 hamburgers huh? Or is the pic misleading?
6-8 burgers easily. And probably 4 steaks.
It’s a nice size for what it is. Very nice sear. Love cooking on it. Also easy to travel for tailgating etc.
Posted on 4/29/22 at 12:24 pm to GeauxTigers0107
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Looks like that little fella will only hold about 3 hamburgers huh? Or is the pic misleading?
Very misleading. I had to use one as my primary grill for a few months and it handled a lot more food than I thought possible. 8 large burgers, easily.
Posted on 4/30/22 at 9:19 am to LNCHBOX
Oh damn. Ok. Yeah that pic is definitely misleading then.
Posted on 4/30/22 at 9:24 am to Jax-Tiger
I didn't scroll down and read about it but does it run on those little green camping bottles? I've got about 6 pits/smokers and none of them are gas but I've been entertaining the idea of getting something if only for searing (insert food here).
Posted on 4/30/22 at 11:00 am to Jax-Tiger
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I also have a built in grill with an infrared sear station. Delta Heat is the brand.
I’m trying to decide between Delta and Blaze line for my outdoor kitchen project. How do you like the Delta?
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