Very much a Newbie!!!

[appwsmsmkr1]

Hi, I'm from the east coast and I am brand new to smoking meat.

I've wanted a smoker for quite some time but was debating weather or not to get the WSM 18" or the 22.5". My thoughts were initially, i could do multiple racks of ribs 1-2 times in the summer for a cook out. I did find a lot of great tips on everything on this forum. This site is very helpful!!! Being said, my hubby bought me a 22.5" which came in damaged. (we are working on the replacements)

Basically, im just debating whether or not to return it for the 18" for the following reasons:

Will it be to overwhelming?

Do i have to cook so much meat/chicken etc?

If I do, what do i do with the unused portions?

Do i have to load it up a lot for short smokes, IE. chicken?

Can I also do a side on the smoker as well to make up for the unused space? (suggestions)

Please give me your sucesses, downfalls of having the 22.5". Especially if you have used both tiers. Right now the temperature out here is about 33* so I have to wait a month or two to give it that initial smoke.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my post. Your advise is very much appreciated!!

appwsmsmkr1

 

[s2k9k]

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!

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You might want to post your questions in the "Charcoal Smokers" forum or in "General Discussions", I think you would get a lot more exposure over there, a lot of people don't always read the "Roll Call" threads. 

 

[oldbbqdude]

Welcome to the forum, appwsmsmkr1!

With temps that low, I enjoy year round smoking with my SmokinTex 1400 and/or 1500.

The insulated stainless steel cabinet helps it keep solid, steady temps no matter what the weather.  I've smoked butts in a snowstorm!

Again, welcome to the forum!

 

[appwsmsmkr1]

Thank you!