dsp2
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Hi, all. After deliberating for probably 1000 hours, I've finally decided to enter the world of all wood BBQ. I've been debating this for a while but told myself I'd (arbitrarily) want to get something by this summer. I'm a few days late.
I've been BBQ'ing for about 20 years. I have a lot of different kinds of grills and smokers. Have several Smokey Joe's, a Jumbo Joe, a 22 inch kettle. A Weber Gas Go Anywhere I never use. A Small BGE (I gave away a small and mini BGE many years ago when moving...this is the replacement). A Portable Kitchen, an electric smoker, an Orion. And an 18 inch WSM that is my workhorse of late.
All that said, last year when I started reading about central texas q before a trip to austin, I started reading a lot about all wood q on offset pits and have been debating ever since.
I haven't actually clicked through but I'm planning to get the Old Country Wrangler from Academy shipped. I debated the Pecos, and I know Smitty likes that bigger size better. I actually want something smaller, and I figure the slightly smaller footprint will make my wife happy and the slightly thicker metal may make me happy. Thought about the O/U, but thinking I'll start with a traditional offset first. Thought a lot about the Yoder Cheyenne or Meadow Creek SQ 36, but those are closer to $1k plus $300 shipping to me. With the Wrangler, it's $499 plus a $29 cover and $80 to ship.
I also debated getting a 22 or 14 inch WSM as a safer addition. But after thinking of it, I really don't NEED anything new. This is a hobby, and that sort of justifies some level or irrational thinking. Plus this is something truly new - offset all wood fires.
Sharing with you all since I've learned so much from you all, and I know some of you like reading about people like me obsessing over things like this
I am thinking I may buy a small BBQ cart from Amazon now and then get some wood. I have looked on Craigslist. Will likely order the Wrangler tonight after work then order some wood. Would be amazing if I got this in time for July 4 weekend, though not sure if that's in the cards at this point.
Thank you for listening, thank you for all you've taught me so far, thank you for all you'll teach me in the future, and God Bless America!
dsp2
I've been BBQ'ing for about 20 years. I have a lot of different kinds of grills and smokers. Have several Smokey Joe's, a Jumbo Joe, a 22 inch kettle. A Weber Gas Go Anywhere I never use. A Small BGE (I gave away a small and mini BGE many years ago when moving...this is the replacement). A Portable Kitchen, an electric smoker, an Orion. And an 18 inch WSM that is my workhorse of late.
All that said, last year when I started reading about central texas q before a trip to austin, I started reading a lot about all wood q on offset pits and have been debating ever since.
I haven't actually clicked through but I'm planning to get the Old Country Wrangler from Academy shipped. I debated the Pecos, and I know Smitty likes that bigger size better. I actually want something smaller, and I figure the slightly smaller footprint will make my wife happy and the slightly thicker metal may make me happy. Thought about the O/U, but thinking I'll start with a traditional offset first. Thought a lot about the Yoder Cheyenne or Meadow Creek SQ 36, but those are closer to $1k plus $300 shipping to me. With the Wrangler, it's $499 plus a $29 cover and $80 to ship.
I also debated getting a 22 or 14 inch WSM as a safer addition. But after thinking of it, I really don't NEED anything new. This is a hobby, and that sort of justifies some level or irrational thinking. Plus this is something truly new - offset all wood fires.
Sharing with you all since I've learned so much from you all, and I know some of you like reading about people like me obsessing over things like this
I am thinking I may buy a small BBQ cart from Amazon now and then get some wood. I have looked on Craigslist. Will likely order the Wrangler tonight after work then order some wood. Would be amazing if I got this in time for July 4 weekend, though not sure if that's in the cards at this point.
Thank you for listening, thank you for all you've taught me so far, thank you for all you'll teach me in the future, and God Bless America!
dsp2