Advice on which smoker to buy

Started by DarqMan, April 11, 2010, 08:27:23 PM

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Quote from: DarqMan on April 21, 2010, 08:39:51 PM
@jfgardner4 - I was originally interested in the digital model but ended up with the OBS (Original Bradley Smoker) from Amazon.  The price was very reasonable and as always I was pleased with Amazon's prompt delivery. The box arrived with no boo-boos and the unit was in perfect shape.  By the way, I've read negative reviews about the cover.  The cover I received was a heavy duty canvas so it looks like Bradley kicked the material up a notch.

I just executed a one click purchase for a 48 pack of Jim Beam briquettes for 18.00 with free shipping.  I'm thinking about brisket this weekend.  :-X

As I mentioned in my original post, I've been smoking with a wood smoker for years. I love smoked food.  The ribs I cooked last weekend were just as good, I'd say better, than any ribs I've ever smoked on a wood burning non-electric smoker.  When using a wood smoker, if you don't take the time to eliminate the bark from the logs it adds a bitter taste to the food.  I used to started my logs in a seperate fire and then transfered them to the fire box to prevent this bitterness, but with the Bradley smoker, the wooden bisquettes provide a clean, natural tasting flavor without all the hassle. 

If you are remotely considerng one of these smokers, I would encourage you to go for it. You will not be disappointed. 

Yep, you're HOOKED ! ;D

Ketch22

Welcome  Looks like you are haveing fun send pic

DarqMan

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Here's a few quick snapshots from my iPhone.  I didn't think to snap the ribs before they were woofed down, but I'll be sure to get a snap of the next dish.  I can't say enough about how great the table is for this smoker.  It's all stainless steel, sturdy and the casters are great.  

Did someone say I was hooked?  Why, yes I am  :o


Original Bradley Smoker with Dual probe PID, Traeger Texas BBQ075, Traeger Junior BBQ055, Bubba Keg with Stoker

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ArnieM

-- Arnie

Where there's smoke, there's food.

KevinG

Heck, now you're ready for food to go!
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ArnieM

Funny.  I worked with a woman.  People would ask her what her husband does.  "He sells drugs."  He worked as a salesman for a drug company.  If anyone asks me I just say "I smoke a lot."
-- Arnie

Where there's smoke, there's food.

DarqMan

I smoke a lot but I like to eat it too.   ;D
Original Bradley Smoker with Dual probe PID, Traeger Texas BBQ075, Traeger Junior BBQ055, Bubba Keg with Stoker

New car, caviar, four star daydream, think I'll buy me a football team.

ArnieM

DM, I have to warn you. 

You do ribs, pulled pork, roast beef, chicken, ABTs or whatever.  Then you go out to eat, look at your $25 dish and say "What is this crap?".

Nothin' like home cooking.
-- Arnie

Where there's smoke, there's food.

DarqMan

Arnie,  I know exactly what you're talking about.  I live pretty far out but there's a BBQ joint about 5 miles away.  They do an okay pulled pork but the ribs are no where close to the product I can put produce at home.  I do enjoy my home cooked meals!
Original Bradley Smoker with Dual probe PID, Traeger Texas BBQ075, Traeger Junior BBQ055, Bubba Keg with Stoker

New car, caviar, four star daydream, think I'll buy me a football team.