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I probe chicken/tri-tip/butt etc. just not the ribs as there are several ways of checking for doneness. But we all know this. I guess I have a good eye for some things. ;)

I honestly don't bother to read temps in this thing so I couldn't tell ya. Can't complain one bit about the results though. The only reasons I do half slabs is that I never have enough room in my freezer. And a full slab of ribs won't fit in my VacMaster 210. I rarely buy ribs to cook the same...

Haven't had the PBC for very long but I've been getting the hang of it. Last batch of babybacks I did came out dry. My fault as I lost track of time. But today was a different story. 1.5 hours then sauced for 30 minutes is perfect for a half slab. I don't like fall off the bone when...

Definitely a new SI.

It's just a single probe thermometer. I use one for my electric Smokin-it #2 to monitor meat temps. If you're wanting to monitor smoker temps, you'll need another thermometer.

Oops. Missed it. Happens when I'm mobile. lol Congrats! Hope the weather turns so you can get it going!

I have an electric Smokin-it #2 and am going to add a charcoal smoker eventually and am in the same boat as you. Leaning more towards the Pit Barrel, since I'd use my electric for longer smokes anyways (pork butts/brisket etc). Good luck in your decision! Let us know what you eventually choose!

I would also check the smokin-it forums themselves. There's a link on their homepage. Good luck!

I'm going to give a nod to the Smokin-it smokers. They have several sizes to choose from so you'll definitely find one that suits your needs. I would go with the standard analog controller since it will pick up where it left off in the event of a power failure whereas their new digital models...

Just invite your neighbors over for mealtime once in awhile. I doubt they'd complain then. ;)

Good choice! I have had my #2 for a few months and it's served me very well. I wouldn't worry about the new digital models. If there's a power outage while you're away, it'll just reset itself and you're SOL. With the analog, it'll pick up where it left off. Envious of your #3 but I only cook...

When I have used my SI2 enough, I'll just scrape the inside ceiling with a plastic scraper. Run the rack rails through the dishwasher too. Always clean my grates after a cook.

Ohhhh looks so good!

Test run of a small end piece of salmon went great. The rest is sitting out now, just waiting. :)

lol Let me at least get this thing seasoned! Just unpacked it and put the wheels on. It's outside seasoning right now. Probably won't get to using it until he weekend. But so far my impressions with build quality are very good. Thank dog this thing has handles now. It's heavy! Got my temp probe...

Ordered last night and got tracking already. Will update when I get it all set up. I've got chunks and chips on order. I did also order the mesh chip tray guard thingy too, so I'll be playing with it to see if I like chunks or chips better. Looking forward to contribution more! :)

Those are super cool.. And unfortunately out of my budget and a bit overkill for me. I already have a full-time natural gas grill so a smoker would just be a supplement. Love that they are up in Waukegan though. Not all that far from me. Something to keep in mind for the future. That's a killer...

Thanks! Still haven't pulled the trigger just yet. Trying to get things in order for the smoking station area. Slow going since I work so much too. But I'm not going anywhere. :biggrin:

Been a longtime lurker, and decided today was the day to actually sign up and try to contribute back to this community which has helped me a lot along the way. Going to eventually pull the trigger on the Smokin-it #2. Hopefully I don't miss the current sale price.  Looking forward to actually...