I plan on getting a pellet smoker and have the same questions that have been asked many times. Which pellet Grill; I’m open to the following and any others that meet my needs although I hope to get the list shorter, not longer;
MAK Grills 2 Star General
Yoder YS640S Yfi
Memphis Pro
Pitts & Spitts
Cookshack Fast Eddy’s
I had decided to buy a Yoder YS640S Yfi with Competition cart and just moved up the waiting list due to a cancelation. While researching I read the Yoder can be susceptible to rust. While I realize forums tend to blow issues out of proportion, I live in the damp PNW and rust is a concern.
I currently own a stainless steel LYNX L42PSFR Gas grill that is holding up very well after 5 plus years. My patio isn’t covered and I do grill in the rain and since I don’t like putting the cover over a wet grill, I leave it uncovered until it clears up and the grill dries. That doesn’t seem to hurt the grill at all. I am considering adding an awning so I can put the cover on as soon as the grill cools.
Based on that I am leaning towards a stainless steel pellet grill and since for the time being I plan on keeping the gas grill, high temperature searing with the infrared burner can be covered with gas. Of course, if I find the gas grill goes unused after getting a pellet grill, I may sell it and save some space. I do cook a lot of stakes on the LYNX and have it dialed in pretty well although without any smoke flavor added.
I like the fact MAK includes high quality stainless and seems to excel in smoking. I also like the fact it is made just over the Washington border in Oregon. The only concern is the cart and smaller wheels. I have a stamped concrete patio that makes rolling a bit bumpy and I hope to be able to wheel it around the side of the house over 10 yards of lawn and up a slight ramp into a planned shed when needed. The Yoder seems perfect for this and the Pitts & Spitts also has an 8 inch wheel option.
As empty nesters I usually don’t need a lot of cooking space but I do have three kids that bring their significant others over and we occasionally entertain groups of friends. I can’t know what I’ll typically cook not having a smoker before but know there will be lots of ribs, chicken and vegetables since in addition to steak, I use the grill of those already. I’m looking forward to adding many more BBQ meats to the menu once I get a pellet grill.
Other considerations: I have two dogs that love to lick up grease if accessible and how easy is it to keep clean (I would purchase a decent ash vacuum).
Thanks.
MAK Grills 2 Star General
Yoder YS640S Yfi
Memphis Pro
Pitts & Spitts
Cookshack Fast Eddy’s
I had decided to buy a Yoder YS640S Yfi with Competition cart and just moved up the waiting list due to a cancelation. While researching I read the Yoder can be susceptible to rust. While I realize forums tend to blow issues out of proportion, I live in the damp PNW and rust is a concern.
I currently own a stainless steel LYNX L42PSFR Gas grill that is holding up very well after 5 plus years. My patio isn’t covered and I do grill in the rain and since I don’t like putting the cover over a wet grill, I leave it uncovered until it clears up and the grill dries. That doesn’t seem to hurt the grill at all. I am considering adding an awning so I can put the cover on as soon as the grill cools.
Based on that I am leaning towards a stainless steel pellet grill and since for the time being I plan on keeping the gas grill, high temperature searing with the infrared burner can be covered with gas. Of course, if I find the gas grill goes unused after getting a pellet grill, I may sell it and save some space. I do cook a lot of stakes on the LYNX and have it dialed in pretty well although without any smoke flavor added.
I like the fact MAK includes high quality stainless and seems to excel in smoking. I also like the fact it is made just over the Washington border in Oregon. The only concern is the cart and smaller wheels. I have a stamped concrete patio that makes rolling a bit bumpy and I hope to be able to wheel it around the side of the house over 10 yards of lawn and up a slight ramp into a planned shed when needed. The Yoder seems perfect for this and the Pitts & Spitts also has an 8 inch wheel option.
As empty nesters I usually don’t need a lot of cooking space but I do have three kids that bring their significant others over and we occasionally entertain groups of friends. I can’t know what I’ll typically cook not having a smoker before but know there will be lots of ribs, chicken and vegetables since in addition to steak, I use the grill of those already. I’m looking forward to adding many more BBQ meats to the menu once I get a pellet grill.
Other considerations: I have two dogs that love to lick up grease if accessible and how easy is it to keep clean (I would purchase a decent ash vacuum).
Thanks.
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