I am a blessed man

[hawgheaven]

As Mrs. Hawg and I were walking around the Diamond State BBQ Competition a couple of weeks ago, I had mentioned that I'd really like to do this... compete in some of the local/not-so-far-away comps. I also mentioned that because we can't afford a new Lang just yet, I could do this with one more Char-Griller... giving me twice the capacity with the twins.

I have a trailer to haul the twins, a canopy, an ECB for backup/overflow, Webers, the desire to do it, plus most of the equipment I need.

She was very receptive to the idea and is going to take the KCBS judging course with me in December.

Now, I need to find someone to hook up with and get some real-time experience. If anyone ever needs help and would like to help a newbie at learning competitions, just yell!

 

[peculiarmike]

Go for it Hawg - you will surprise yourself.

 

[Deer Meat]

I know you will do a great job. Maybe you will win some $$$ to buy the lang you are dreamin about.

 

[monty]

Heya, Hawg!

Follow your dreams, man! And it seems your dreamboat wants to be by your side! How much better can it be?

GO FOR IT! And never look back!

Here's wishing you a fun and rewarding adventure!

Cheers!

 

[ron50]

I can't wait to hear of your experiences and successes in competition. Sounds like it should be a lot of fun.

 

[desert smokin]

Go for it. Just know you'll be successful in a competition.

 

[hawgheaven]

Thanks y'all!! I am pumped!

 

[ba_loko]

You have every right to be pumped! I have no doubt you will do well in a competition. Every q-view you post looks like the food has come out most excellent! Go for it!

 

[moltenone]

good luck Hawg,i hope you get that break and do well!



Mark

 

[meowey]

Cool!

Take care, have fun, and do good!

Regards,

Meowey

 

[hillbillysmoker]

I look forward to following your adventure. Sounds like a dream come true and I have confidence that you will make it come true. Good Luck.

 

[gofish]

Hawg

Keep me posted on "local" comp's. I am about 35 miles south of Annapolis. I dont mind a little driving and would love to lend a hand & any equipment to your efforts if needed. Where is the KCBS course in December?

Its great to have that kind of support at home! Bravo to Mrs Hawg

 

[allen]

Hey Hawg, Maybe I can help out a little, On the judging side there is presentation, no drips or dirty turn ins, the meat uniformly laid out,there are certain greens you can use for your pres. The judges are after taste, juiceyness and I believe color of the meat.You can only use charcoal and or wood for your fire K.C.B.S will let you use propane to (START)your fire box but that is it. You have to keep your meat on ice , they will have inspectors check a few hours before turn ins. I went to 2 comps. last year for fun with 4 friends and this year I joined. It is fun but hectic. I'll find out more if I can.You can enter as many entries you want but it's time consuming. FUN ALL THE WAY

 

[richtee]

Wow... I'm trying not to be jealous! Great for you guys, Hawg. If ya get West...or at least Mid- drop me a note. The Silver Lake one here is pretty big I guess.. I'm gonna make it there next year. Probably won't compete just yet, but ya never know!

Good luck!

 

[hawgheaven]

Hey Randy, I appreciate the offer... I'll keep ya' posted!

The KCBS course in December is in Salisbury, MD... here's a link (ps... don't call the phone number listed, it is wrong...):

http://www.kcbs.us/classes.php?type=...nth=12&id=1045

 

[hawgheaven]

Thanks Allen! I anticipate having the most fun I can have with my clothes on!

 

[fatback joe]

Good luck. Keep practicing and win enough money to buy that Lang.

You may want to check out http://www.barbecuenews.com/ The National BBQ News is pretty much geared towards competions if you decide to subscribe. The forums there are have quite a few competition teams active on there as well.

 

[hawgheaven]

Thanks Joe!