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Smoker recs please
Posted on 7/21/19 at 3:35 pm
Posted on 7/21/19 at 3:35 pm
I’m a novice at grilling so I’m looking for a decent smoker to plug in that is smarter than I am. I’m guessing electric with a remote of some kind. Set it and forget it
TIA
TIA
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Posted on 7/21/19 at 3:39 pm to foj1981
I used to have a Masterbilt electric smoker and loved it. It had a remote with a meat probe, that ended up being well worth the extra cost.
Posted on 7/21/19 at 4:00 pm to foj1981
I have a pit barrel cooker. Pretty simple. Not a true "smoker" but it makes some good meat.
Posted on 7/21/19 at 4:18 pm to foj1981
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I’m looking for a decent smoker to plug in that is smarter than I am. I’m guessing electric with a remote of some kind. Set it and forget it
Pellet smoker/grill fits that description
Posted on 7/21/19 at 4:19 pm to foj1981
Green mountain pellet. Stay away from Traeger. It's shite.
Posted on 7/21/19 at 4:26 pm to foj1981
Go to Jay's.
Otherwise get a Weber kettle and have fun learning to smoke meat.
Those auto pellet jobs are boring as frick.
Otherwise get a Weber kettle and have fun learning to smoke meat.
Those auto pellet jobs are boring as frick.
Posted on 7/21/19 at 4:48 pm to TigerBait1971
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Those auto pellet jobs are boring as frick
That's what he's looking for. Not everyone wants an old school pit smoker that they have to mess with the fire wood constantly
Posted on 7/21/19 at 5:05 pm to Saskwatch
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Not everyone wants an old school pit smoker that they have to mess with the fire wood constantly
Gotcha. Different strokes I guess.
For me that's half the fun. Doing that while drinking whiskey does not make for consistency for sure.
Posted on 7/21/19 at 5:25 pm to foj1981
Get a decent smoker, an AMNPS maze pellet holder, and a good aftermarket dual probe thermometer. The only tending to (under 12 hours) is wrapping meat, unwrapping meat, flipping meat, or removing meat.
I have MES30, its bluetooth but I never use it. Im never changing temps. I have AMNPS and its set it and forget it for up to 12 hours loaded. For those that dont know its just a metal maze that allows pellets to burn like a fuse in snake pattern. Perfect amount of smoke and it just sits at the bottom of the smoker. The aftermarket thermo probes allow more accuracy and options.
Im finishing up a chicken on my grill right now. Brined 4 hours, smoked with apple in AMPNS for 2 hours to 150deg, now finishing to 165deg on grill. I tried a new seasoning my wife picked up, probably wont do that again as its charred. So no pics, its not my prettiest of birds Ive made
ETA: AMNPS goes 12 hours not 6
I have MES30, its bluetooth but I never use it. Im never changing temps. I have AMNPS and its set it and forget it for up to 12 hours loaded. For those that dont know its just a metal maze that allows pellets to burn like a fuse in snake pattern. Perfect amount of smoke and it just sits at the bottom of the smoker. The aftermarket thermo probes allow more accuracy and options.
Im finishing up a chicken on my grill right now. Brined 4 hours, smoked with apple in AMPNS for 2 hours to 150deg, now finishing to 165deg on grill. I tried a new seasoning my wife picked up, probably wont do that again as its charred. So no pics, its not my prettiest of birds Ive made
ETA: AMNPS goes 12 hours not 6
This post was edited on 7/21/19 at 6:05 pm
Posted on 7/21/19 at 5:44 pm to AutoYes_Clown
I also use MB electric smoker with meat probe and bluetooth...I like the bluetooth to monitor the internal temps of the meat on an app for my phone
Don't know what I am doing wrong with my amaznps but it alwaysdies out...
I bought a cold smoker that attaches to where you are supposed to put in your chips through the side that is good for up to 10 hours of smoke.
Don't know what I am doing wrong with my amaznps but it alwaysdies out...
I bought a cold smoker that attaches to where you are supposed to put in your chips through the side that is good for up to 10 hours of smoke.
Posted on 7/21/19 at 6:12 pm to Pepperidge
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Don't know what I am doing wrong with my amaznps but it always dies out...
Mine is pretty fool proof, load it, pack it a little, set it in preheated smoker, and light with propane torch. I keep the torch on it till it burns an inch or more. I turn off torch and let burn 30 seconds longer with flame before blowing out and closing door. This always works for me. I also make sure nothing will drip or fall onto it, ive had drippings put mine out.
Posted on 7/21/19 at 6:14 pm to TigerBait1971
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Different strokes I guess
Alot of smoker options out there. Stick, Charcoal, Pellet, Electric, Propane, etc...
Amazingribs.com has good reviews for all things bbq.
A good cold drink of choice always helps the pit master and should be enjoyed no matter what kind of pit.
Posted on 7/21/19 at 6:43 pm to Saskwatch
I want a Jambo or lonestar....would love a trailer pit but I would need space to keep it.
Posted on 7/21/19 at 6:51 pm to foj1981
Anyone have any experience with the Pit Boss smokers? They look very similar to a Traeger but less expensive.
Posted on 7/22/19 at 5:31 am to Pepperidge
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Don't know what I am doing wrong with my amaznps but it alwaysdies out...
Not enough air. Pull the chip tray out 1/2 way.
Posted on 7/22/19 at 5:43 am to LEASTBAY
I own a Traeger. Can confirm. Stay away.
Posted on 7/22/19 at 7:03 am to foj1981
Rec Tec
Posted on 7/22/19 at 7:21 am to Saskwatch
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Pellet smoker/grill fits that description
Posted on 7/22/19 at 9:24 am to foj1981
Bradley makes a good electronic smoker, uses the wood disks. Theyre proud of them though, look for an open box special on Amazon. I have a wood/charcoal pit, a gas fired rig, and the Bradley. Use the Bradley all the time bc it's so easy. They also have a cold smoke function for fish and cheeses if you want to play around with that.
Posted on 7/22/19 at 11:58 am to Duckhammer_77
First off ask your self Honestly do I really want to get into this as a once a month hobby can I wee me doing this for a couple years? How committed an I and what can I afford to spend based on my need. Ya can cobble something together for free or invest thousands which can or are willing to do. Just getting into it start cheap and simple to make sure ya like it. There will be a learning period all the advice in the world will not change this. If ya a fat cat with money to burn go big and if ya find its not for you it will make a fine gift for someone in da family
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