Which stick burner to buy??

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Shipping is going to be the bear.....I looked at more expensive smokers, but the shipping was crazy. I settled on a COS OK Joe, couple of mods and it produces pretty good que.

I don't know....Horizon, Lang, Yoder, Gator Pit....it will still be the shipping.
 
Please give Craig Bell a break. He is a very small shop and sometimes things fall through the cracks. His product is first class and very well built. I have had mine over two years and if I was in the market, I'd buy another one. Craig is a great guy and most easy to work with. I have seen his business grow in the last two years and it's my opinion that he is just swamped with orders. Give him a call and talk through your problem. You will not be disappointed.

Great material quality, first class fabrication, heats well, holds heat well, great draft through exhaust.

Good luck and good smoking, Joe. :grilling_smilie:
 
All due respect Joe, it's much easier to say when you actually have a smoker. This is the second year in a row I've ordered a smoker to have by memorial day and the fourth of july, and the second straight year I've been screwed. Last year it was a custom builder in Virginia who led me on for months before finally telling me that he tore his rotator cuff and couldn't build it and this year bellfab dropped the ball. So two years later I still don't have a smoker. I'm sure you can understand my frustration.

At this point I guess I'll try again for next summer. I never said anything against this man's character, just the manner in which he handled my order.

MK
 
Have you looked into https://www.texasoriginalpits.com/ ?   Know how you feel about the research and falling down a google hole.  Choose these guys because of the shipping (free shipping on orders over $1250) and they took paypal.     Mine arrived last month and I love it,its very well fabricated and holds heat like a champ.  The other thing I like about it is the balance over the wheels is perfect, maneuvering it around the yard is not as hard as you would expect. 
 
Mike,

No matter who you decide to go with, if you need it by a specific time, maybe you need to order it a little sooner. I'm not trying to be crass, just trying to help all involved.
 
Have you looked into https://www.texasoriginalpits.com/ ?   Know how you feel about the research and falling down a google hole.  Choose these guys because of the shipping (free shipping on orders over $1250) and they took paypal.     Mine arrived last month and I love it,its very well fabricated and holds heat like a champ.  The other thing I like about it is the balance over the wheels is perfect, maneuvering it around the yard is not as hard as you would expect. 
Congratulations on your new smoker....they look real good. Free shipping helps!!
 
To save on shipping large heavy stuff check out u ship. You post pictures,description location information and people bid on your job. I shipped a 400lb snowblade from Ohio to Massachusetts for $140.

RG
 
Joe, just for the record. I ordered the Bell smoker in March, was told a 4 week lead time, so yes, I expected in by the 4th. IMHO if you can't can't deliver as promised you communicate that to the customer. That's just how I conduct business. I know you're going to defend your friend til the end so let's just agree to disagree.

Foghat, I had spoken to them during the initial search and was impressed. The only reason I was apprehensive is there wasn't much info/reviews out there. I'm glad to hear you're happy with yours. Definitely will look into them again!

Dan, I believe I looked into Shirley as well (not many I didn't look into!!), but the shipping was too high.

EJB I will check them out I believe that's one i initially missed.

Radio, thanks for the info.

Thanks everyone for all the great advice, it's really helpful. I have a Humphrey "weekender" at my restaurant that we use for fun mostly and does a nice job. That will hold me for this season, setting my sights for next summer for the home stick burner. Another year of research (which I thoroughly enjoy!).
 
 
Joe, just for the record. I ordered the Bell smoker in March, was told a 4 week lead time, so yes, I expected in by the 4th. IMHO if you can't can't deliver as promised you communicate that to the customer. That's just how I conduct business. I know you're going to defend your friend til the end so let's just agree to disagree.

Foghat, I had spoken to them during the initial search and was impressed. The only reason I was apprehensive is there wasn't much info/reviews out there. I'm glad to hear you're happy with yours. Definitely will look into them again!

Dan, I believe I looked into Shirley as well (not many I didn't look into!!), but the shipping was too high.

EJB I will check them out I believe that's one i initially missed.

Radio, thanks for the info.

Thanks everyone for all the great advice, it's really helpful. I have a Humphrey "weekender" at my restaurant that we use for fun mostly and does a nice job. That will hold me for this season, setting my sights for next summer for the home stick burner. Another year of research (which I thoroughly enjoy!).
HI Got my Shirley shipped  to New Jersey for $$
 
Joe, just for the record. I ordered the Bell smoker in March, was told a 4 week lead time, so yes, I expected in by the 4th. IMHO if you can't can't deliver as promised you communicate that to the customer. That's just how I conduct business. I know you're going to defend your friend til the end so let's just agree to disagree.

Foghat, I had spoken to them during the initial search and was impressed. The only reason I was apprehensive is there wasn't much info/reviews out there. I'm glad to hear you're happy with yours. Definitely will look into them again!

Dan, I believe I looked into Shirley as well (not many I didn't look into!!), but the shipping was too high.

EJB I will check them out I believe that's one i initially missed.

Radio, thanks for the info.

Thanks everyone for all the great advice, it's really helpful. I have a Humphrey "weekender" at my restaurant that we use for fun mostly and does a nice job. That will hold me for this season, setting my sights for next summer for the home stick burner. Another year of research (which I thoroughly enjoy!).
Hi Got my Shirley shipped to New Jersey for $400..Took awhile on U ship till I found a price I could live with. Was in the same boat as you looking at Yoder,Lang and ETC. Got the best bang  for my buck going with the Shirley.

Dan
 
Hi MK,

Just wanted to say that I really understand the spot you are in.  I'm in Richmond and have had the same issues for 3 years.

My first experience was with Custom Pits & Fabrication LLC with their guy in Ivor.  Went down there and met the guy.  Gave him explicit directions and drawings of the mods I wanted.  He was very nice and promised the moon.  We left laughing and shaking hands.  Nice visit.  After a couple of weeks waiting for a quote, he or any representative of the company out of Georgia would not return any emails or phone calls.

I then found the Old Country Brazos on the Academy site.  I checked everyday for months and finally they were back in stock.  Ordered one and waited. Finally getting a smoker!  However, I received a call from the shipper in Richmond saying that he cannot deliver a product that cannot be used.  He said the welds had failed in a lot of areas and sent it back.  I was one of the many people that got a bad welder in Mexico?  Academy did offer a discount on another but I had to pass.  I've heard you better pick one out in the store.

Good luck and message me if you find something but I've given up!

Stump
 
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