Robert from Colorado

[smokinhigh]

Hello all. My name is Robert and I am in Colorado trying to make good barbecue at my cabin at 9,000 feet.  I am originally from Oklahoma and used a Hasty Bake for 20 years which I was alway able to smoke some great ribs on and make killer steaks.  I have had to retire the Hasty Bake and have been trying to find a good alternative that I can smoke on at high altitude.  I tried a Bradley electric which worked well (for a while) but the flavor was short compared to good Oklahoma barbecue I grew up with.  I also have a Weber Performa which is tough to keep going due to the thin air thus not too good for a long smoke.  I am currently testing out a Landmann propane smoker which I have not been able to control well yet.  I am a feeble amateur at best but my perfect Sunday is to ride my bike in the mountains and cook barbecue for my family.

 

[s2k9k]

Hi Robert! 

 to SMF!!! We're happy you found us!

 

[scarbelly]

Hello  Robert and 

to SMF - glad to have you here 

 

[smokinhusker]

Hello Robert and welcome to SMF, from another Colorado lady smoker! I know exactly what you are talking about when referring to 9,000 ft altitude...that's approximately the altitude I reside at. 

I have an MES40 that runs anywhere from 25-50* cooler than the set temp, which can be challenging on it's own, but I've managed to turn out some pretty good BBQ if I do say so myself.

Anyway, take a look at this for some helpful hints:

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/121132/high-altitude-cooking-information