First off I hope LSG will chime in for others here on the board. I have many questions that I would like to see them respond to. Some may need to be sent PM.
Since I know this is all about LSG I expect bias, but also think I can get great info.
I have been looking at smokers for a while. I started looking at many different types. I thought I had it figured out. Well, I don't. I want to make this a purchase that will last as long as I want it to. That may be forever. In saying that I want to make the right choice.
I have looked at Pellet, GF,RF the only one I have yet to include is stick, and that will never be an option that I see for a multitude of reasons for me.
I was pretty set on a Humphrey's, but Chad has been out of the office for a week, and it gave me some time to look around. I have read this entire thread, and now once again I have question on what to get.
If anyone can break down the +, and - between the two builds it would be great. Simple is better.
I will be cooking for under 5 most the time, but also want the ability to cook for 20 or so people. I doubt I will ever reach 50, but just in case.
I think all will do so. I will be a backyard killer no comps.
Humphrey's I'm looking at the DEB or Qube'd Box. I stared looking at the BB, and Pint. Have up'd the game a bit.
Sell me on the LSG over the Humphrey's. I do think both are great as well as many others. I know both are great have great support, and great customer service.
I do have a few wink wink questions to start with.
Indirect Flow vs Reverse
which will cook better with or without water
which has easier clean up
which will produce better smoke flavor or adjustment
temp control, start up, and cool down
which has more features that actually matter, and what one do you feel has better build quality. Not just wt, and size.
What structure does LSG have the Humphrey's have tubular frames.
LSG Mini vs standard.
I feel the mini will easily serve my needs for amounts, and that will let me get more options on a mini. If I get the three added slots for racks, and order 3 to 4 more racks will the mini cook as well as the standard size? So will that allow me to pimp out a mini vs a standard. I know everyone wants bigger, but is it needed if not doing comps or large cooks( which I think the mini does).
I know everyone says bigger is better, but how do you know if its needed.
How many people will a mini/standard serve or how much can you fit per type of meat loaded, but not overloaded.
Side note I think the mini is larger than any of the Humphrey's I listed?
This leads to the next question
Cart or not? Is money served better in other options. Has anyone gotten one yet?
I do like the cart option, but is there a better choice such as a stand alone SS mobile table. I can get them for around $200 to $300.
The shipping cost will play a roll in some of this as well.
