New Smoker - what to smoke????

[buzzard767]

Looks like it turned out good Buzz, so how did it taste? You are correct in that assessment about that smoker I posted. Once this one is done that or one like it will replace it.

It was really good, Joe. The smoke ring wasn't as deep as I expected but then again what do I know?

 

[joec]

It was really good, Joe. The smoke ring wasn't as deep as I expected but then again what do I know?

It seems to get their as the smoker breaks in at least it did with mine. Probably next time you will see more of a ring but don't expect much more than a 1/4" under perfect conditions. After the meat gets to 140 deg. according to earlier in this tread you won't get any more. I usually just load the wood chamber the first time with soaked wood chips. They usually last a good 2 hours and by then I usually don't add more wood just letting if finish cooking. I get a solid 1/4 most of the time now though the first time I didn't.

 

[RobsanX]

I'm not messing around on my next smoker it will be one from these people, though maybe not this particular model it will be one of the Digital types.
http://www.amazon.com/Bradley-Digital-4-Rack-Smoker/dp/B000FJZ150/ref=pd_sbs_ol_13

I really, really, really, wanted to get one of those smokers, but I talked myself out of it. I wanted to make sure that I enjoyed smoking before I made the investment. I don't regret getting the one I have, but I still wish I had that Bradley!

 

[joec]

I'm actually on my second one like I have now. These last about 5 to 10 years if treated well but the Bradleys will last most a life time. Just so much better built.