Just getting Started in Oregon

[33mike]

     WOW!  I didn't know there were so many choices out there.  I am looking to purchase my first pellet grill.  My budget is in the $800 range.  What a wealth of info on this sight.  I am leaning towards the GM.  Need to get it fairly soon would like to do the turkey for Thanksgiving and want to practice with it before then. 

 

[jrod62]

Welcome to SMF

 

[s2k9k]

Hi Mike! 

to SMF!!! We're happy you found us! You've come to the right place, we have over 40,000 members and over 800,000 posts so you should be able to find almost anything you want to know. Remember the search bar at the top can be your best friend for finding answers fast!

Would you do us a favor and update your profile to include your location, Thanks!

You might want to check out Jeff's Free 5 day E-course it will teach you all the basics and a whole lot more!

 

[33mike]

   Sorry I forgot to introduce myself.  I am Mike Stair from Gates Oregon.  It rains 8 months a year here.  I have been the pastor at the Gates Community Church for 21 years.  I love to hunt and fish and can't wait to smoke some bear or elk.  Looking forward to learning how to grill with pellet smoker. 

 

[roadkill cafe]

Welcome aboard Mike. Glad you found us. You're gonna love it here. Lots of great infomation and advice. Not to mention the folks are very friendly and always willing to share. Again,

 

[bmudd14474]

Welcome to SMF Mike. Glad to have you here with us. The GM gets great review and I think you would be happy with it.

 

[driedstick]

 

[smokinhusker]

Hello and welcome to SMF!

 

[vegassmokeout]

 to it and happy smoking!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[33mike]

Thanks.  I am hoping to go into town today to take a look at one.  How important is the bigger cooking surface 400" vs 600"?  We are a family of 4. 
 

 

[s2k9k]

Size really just depends on how much you plan on smoking at one time. If you are just planning on doing single meals for your family with some leftovers then 400" should be fine. I like to cook a lot at one time (saves on fuel) and then freeze and I have meat for weeks. You'll probably have a better idea once you look at them, you can judge the size better and figure how much space you might need. Just remember, if you get addicted to this like we are, you are going to want more space.