Big-time reader, infrequent poster here. Always appreciate the information I get here. I've searched and read a lot of the previous posts regarding pellet smoker advice, but there is nothing like getting a little advice directly within the context of what I have and what I envision I would like.
I've been thinking about a smallish pellet smoker for some time now for a variety of reasons.
1. I've used Weber kettle grills for near 30 years and if I want to grill some burgers or brats and play backyard dad for a while that is what I'll go to. For about a 15 years I also used it as my smoker. I think I have the "Grill" area covered.
2. I also have a Backwoods Party smoker. If I want to throw a half dozen racks of ribs or a few pork butts or put a full packer brisket on or host a good old fashioned Wisconsin party I will fire her up. She works great, but it is an all day and "supervisory" experience which I know is part of the experience.
3. To be honest, I love "Big Alice" but sometimes she is a little much for me. Sometimes I'd love just to set a rack or two of ribs or one chicken or one butt on, set the temp, and let her go. I wouldn't mind doing some grilling on one, but I realize they don't always achieve the temperature necessary like a real grill - but may be I'm wrong on that.
Having read my thoughts, am I heading down the right direction?
I've investigated the following and I'd be interested to hear any advice:
These seem like the Cadillac's with the caddy price:
1. Yoder YS480s
2. Pitts & Spitts Maveric 850
3. MAK 1
These seem to be the next level:
1. Rec-Tec RT-590
2. Grilla Silverbac (I think the Chimp would be too small)
3. Traeger Pro 575
4. Smoking Brothers 24"
So what do I need to think about? What's your advice? What is your Experience? What haven't I thought about?
Thanks in advance,
Rob
I've been thinking about a smallish pellet smoker for some time now for a variety of reasons.
1. I've used Weber kettle grills for near 30 years and if I want to grill some burgers or brats and play backyard dad for a while that is what I'll go to. For about a 15 years I also used it as my smoker. I think I have the "Grill" area covered.
2. I also have a Backwoods Party smoker. If I want to throw a half dozen racks of ribs or a few pork butts or put a full packer brisket on or host a good old fashioned Wisconsin party I will fire her up. She works great, but it is an all day and "supervisory" experience which I know is part of the experience.
3. To be honest, I love "Big Alice" but sometimes she is a little much for me. Sometimes I'd love just to set a rack or two of ribs or one chicken or one butt on, set the temp, and let her go. I wouldn't mind doing some grilling on one, but I realize they don't always achieve the temperature necessary like a real grill - but may be I'm wrong on that.
Having read my thoughts, am I heading down the right direction?
I've investigated the following and I'd be interested to hear any advice:
These seem like the Cadillac's with the caddy price:
1. Yoder YS480s
2. Pitts & Spitts Maveric 850
3. MAK 1
These seem to be the next level:
1. Rec-Tec RT-590
2. Grilla Silverbac (I think the Chimp would be too small)
3. Traeger Pro 575
4. Smoking Brothers 24"
So what do I need to think about? What's your advice? What is your Experience? What haven't I thought about?
Thanks in advance,
Rob
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