What smoker to get? Bullet or side-by-side? I am about to take the plunge and buy a smoker. I have been looking at both styles but don't know which will be the better investment. I won't be cookng for a lot of people. More than 8-10 at any one time. What smoker to get? Bullet or side-by-side? I am about to take the plunge and buy a smoker. I have been looking at both styles but don't know which will be the better investment. I won't... » Read More What smoker to get? Bullet or side-by-side? I am about to take the plunge and buy a smoker. I have been looking at both styles but don't know which will be the better investment. I won't be cookng for a lot of people. More than 8-10 at any one time. « Show Less
805793
I have been BBQ for a while and have my own catering company. I only use the WSM as i have been frusrated by all the others in the past. These are great units and make it easy for a beginner to learn on.
805794
I've owned both... I no longer have the side-by-side.(and own 6 WSM's)For me, I choose WSM's (and don't cheap yourself, don't bother with the Brinkman, unless you like frustration. I've owned a brinkman too... I threw it out, I wouldn't even give it away).
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Bullet. Check out virtualweberbullet web site for info. There are two sizes now, I would get the smaller Bullet unless you intend to do a lot of large picnics. The smaller bullet can easily smoke 15 - 20 lbs of Boston butt at once.
1788720
since its a butane flame i think you should go with a normal zippo, cause you could get burned. This should be a better option: Zippo Pipe Black Matte Lighter
81640
I use the regular size one - there are just 2 of us too. It works just fine for small amounts (such as a couple of pieces of salmon). This weekend I smoked a brisket in it for about an hour, then switched to the oven. It was delicious - and it never would have fit into the mini. If you have the storage space by all means give yourself the flexibility of the regular size smoker
362296
Doesn't matter.... Don't buy it. It's plagued with problems. Do yourself a favor, save your money for a pellet smoker or if u must buy a masterbuilt instead.
1961081
I rarely have to cut something to cook it in this smoker. As long as the meat isn't larger than the grill it is sitting on the smoke gets on everything. I've only smoked on it 5 times or every weekend I've owned it + 6 on Thanksgiving in the morning. I plan to smoke a turkey at 6:00 am. All has come out well so far from tenderloin, ribs, brisket, chicken and turkey legs. Tomorrow's Turkey will be good.
1818365
Yes! Yes! Yes! I had never had a smoker before I bought this one. It is really easy to use, and almost foolproof. The price is incredibly reasonable, and you will have a great time smoking chicken, steak, fish, and everything else.I have absolutely no connection to the manufacturer or seller. I just love this smoker and you can't go wrong.
1104607
I think that they are two different experiences. I love my Bradley and wouldn't trade it for a conventional smoker. The flavor is amazing and it's a great product to use.
1652553
I smoke boston butts and once you do your initial tweaking for the beginning of your cook it stays solid. My boston butt needed to be at 200. The water doesnt evaporate quickly like other smokers do you which is great. I love this smoker, amazing deal.
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The flames on lighters will point vertically regardless of the exit hole (unless it's a torch-style lighter, of course) so I don't see the advantage of a side hole to be that much better than this one. I'll agree with you on the look - it does maintain the "stock" look of the Zippo. I've had no issues of lighting like the other people, fortunately. I've had the flame up for up to a minute with no loss in intensity while firing up my cigars or lighting 30+ birthday candles (like I did last weekend)... using the butane that was packed in it. I can't say what'll happen when I refill it with my own butane (I've had it for a couple of weeks now) but I hope the flame quality doesn't change. The flames on lighters will point vertically regardless of the exit hole (unless it's a torch-style lighter, of course) so I don't see the advantage of a side hole to be that much better than this one. I'll agree with you on the look - it does maintain the "stock" look of the Zippo. I've had no issues of lighting like the other people, fortunately. I've had the flame up for up to a minute with no loss in intensity while firing up my cigars or lighting 30+ birthday candles (like I did last weekend)... using the butane that was packed in it. I can't say what'll happen when I refill... » Read More The flames on lighters will point vertically regardless of the exit hole (unless it's a torch-style lighter, of course) so I don't see the advantage of a side hole to be that much better than this one. I'll agree with you on the look - it does maintain the "stock" look of the Zippo. I've had no issues of lighting like the other people, fortunately. I've had the flame up for up to a minute with no loss in intensity while firing up my cigars or lighting 30+ birthday candles (like I did last weekend)... using the butane that was packed in it. I can't say what'll happen when I refill it with my own butane (I've had it for a couple of weeks now) but I hope the flame quality doesn't change. « Show Less
530548
Wood chunks work better. A Weber potholder, A good SMOKING cookbook. My husband and I just got the Weber Smokey Mountain, and we love it. We bought lots of cheaper smokers, but none compare to this one!!!!! ENJOY!!!!!!!
15706
Hello Angele...that depends on how much tobacco you're going to use. Personally I break my charcoal into quarter pieces and use one of those pieces. The charcoal burns very slowly and I use approximately 2-3 pinches of tobacco. I get a good long smoke from that amount...actually 2 people could smoke that amount but like I said that depends on how long you like to smoke. You can get extended use from your charcoal if you break it into smaller pieces. I hope I helped you. Peace&#9829;
853579
That's why I stopped using the BGE coal. Smoke is much less. You get a little flavor but not as bad. Which is good for me because I use assorted flavor chips when I want that extra kick. And Fogo gets hot!
2200790
I got my husband the 18.5" for Christmas and he LOVES IT. Uses it every weekend. He has smoked a turkey and two racks of ribs at the same time. Not sure how big your family is, but the 18.5 may be just fine for your needs. I can't speak to the 22.5" since we don't have one.
1044625
No problem with this smoker. You'll be satisfied with lack of smoke and non-neighbor annoyance! :-)
195754
I use it almost exclusively for smoking and just with the supplied ceramic insert. Best smoker out there. Used it with a water pan the first time. Never again. The meat was actually noticeably too moist. Jerry Jordan
2235845
Tomorrow my son n law will be using his Kettle as a smoker and be using some wood, not sure how all wood will work. Are you going to smoke or grill using wood?Question for you, what do you cover your Smoker with? I can not find a cover for this monster. Thanks Don
1004101
Not sure which Masterbuilt you are referring too. I would consider a few things when looking at smokers of this type. First, is it insulated? Insulation such as that found in the Bradley allows you to use less electricity since it is easier to keep the temperature and you can cook outdoors even when it is cold.. Also look at the hedges of the door and something well built like the Bradley will have solid hinges which means a solid fit.