Up until yesterday I had never used pellets so I can't really speak from experience. I just got my AMNPS from A MAZE N on Friday but while it was in transit I did some checking at Academy to see about finding other stuff that's more readily available and less expensive. They have a 20# bag of pellets for about $10 but after reading the label I got the distinct impression that they are loaded with fillers and binders to hold the pellets together. Todd's pellets are 100% pure wood with none of the additives. That in itself goes a long way with me. I did a rack of ribs yesterday and smoked them for three hours. Since it was the first run I kept the amount of pellets down a bit so as not to chance over-smoking the meat but I only used 1 1/2 to 2 ounces of pellets. When you consider how long a bag will last and knowing that the pellets are pure wood, the cost difference (IMHO) is inconsequential to have the additional quality. I was not able to "research" the Traeger pellets so can't comment on those.
Robert
Sadly, this isn't true in Canada. If you double the quantity, the shipping cost doubles. I have gone to my local dealer and asked him to consider stocking Todd's products but I am not hopeful from the response.I buy from Todd, also. You always know what you're getting from him, and as stated above, his customer service is second to none.
One way to keep the costs down are to buy the pellets in the larger bags, and do it in one order to save on shipping. You will get an even better value.
Your words are true. A person in Ontario can't legally buy BC wine online, by phone or mail order. However, I would never give up some of our social programs.Disco, I live within a 1-1/2 hour drive of Vancouver, BC. I visit quite often. I've been to Banff and Calgary, and many places in between. Canada is a spectacularly beautiful country, with awesome, friendly people.
But you have some of most backward laws regarding some commerce. Prices and shipping of wine and alcohol in particular, even from province to province. Over the border? Forget it. It is even worse than here, and that is saying something.
Good luck with your search!
Mike
I refuse to get into a political debate on a smoking forum.I am glad I am not having to chose to between social programs and free market commerce.