Question for Rec Tec owners

[CaptainMike]

We're travelling to Reno next week for my nephew's college graduation and I have been tapped with grilling up a bunch of tri tips. There is a Rec Tec RT680 available for the task.

The ceremony is in the morning, with the celebration BBQ in the afternoon. I plan on SV'ing the roasts while we attend the ceremony, then finish them on the grill for the party.

Questions: Can I get a good sear with the RT, and is there any nuances I should consider with the RT?

I have used my trusty old Traeger for years so I'm familiar with pellet pooper concepts.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

[sorensen_j]

I wouldn’t count on a good sear with the Rec Tec unless you have the grill grate searing kit. Maybe get your hands on a cast iron pan and throw it on to get a good sear.

[Rod]

I've done several tri tips on my Rec Tec, but always sear on my gasser. It just doesn't get hot enough.

[JakeT]

Sorry no help hear either, I always reverse sear with my rectec then sear on the weber kettle or my kamado. No access to a weber 22"?

[SMOG MAN]

I agree you would want Grill Grates or maybe a cast iron griddle, maybe preheating somewhere before the sear.

[DWCowles]

I have never try to sear on my RecTec.

[CaptainMike]

Thanks all for the responses, it's pretty much what I thought. I'll bring a couple of CI skillets to the party for final sear.