Inverting the racks for more space....

[Smokeville]

Hey folks;

I've searched the forum and have some answers but want to ask again.....

Anything special to be aware of if I invert my racks while doing salmon or trout? Does the smoke circulate enough?

Thanks, Rich

[FLBentRider]

I've done that for ribs, jerky and salmon.

No problems.

Just be careful when rotating racks.

[Habanero Smoker]

It works well as long as the fillets are not too thick. As mentioned it makes it a little difficult to rotate the racks, and it takes additional time to check the bottom racks for "doneness". When checking the bottom trays for doneness, I remove both racks from the smoker and place them on a table that has enough space for two racks. That way I can remove the top rack and set it on the table while I check the bottom rack.

[pensrock]

Works well, I do like habs stated. Remove both racks so you can check them well, then rotate and put back in.

[Smokeville]

Sounds really good.

I do mostly trout and salmon tails (instead of centre cuts) so thickness isn't an issue.

Rich

[Kummok]

I do it for every batch. Of course, my pieces are always sized right to fit.....Only problem I've ever had is pieces slipping off if I'm not careful when moving racks around.