Is it dangerous to try to smoke a 26lb. turkey??

[pineywoods]

Here is another article read about grilling then remember they figure smoking is at lower temps than grilling

http://origin-www.fsis.usda.gov/Fact...utes/index.asp

I personally would not recommend smoking a turkey that size its just easier and safer to get two smaller ones

 

[pignit]

Especially since you are new to smokin.... I'd go with the 2-13 pounders. Get some smoke time under your belt and then tackle the big bird. The advice here is excellent. Larger bird equals hotter smoke and carerful monitoring of internal temps to make sure you are out of the danger zone in time. Regardless of what your smoking, safety in what your serving or eatin yourself is the bottom line. Never take chances. Let us know how it turns out and don't forget to take pictures.