That's an interesting question... and good information within these threads;
http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...d.php?t=122296
http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...d.php?t=101466
http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...d.php?t=100327
http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=52424
To make a long story shorter; a traditional offset has more hotspots than a reverse flow smoker.
Many higher end fabricators will add baffles and plates to 'tune' for better even temp control.
And yes... I own both styles... and here's why.
Cranking out food on the Klose offers a strategic opportunity; I can crank out a hot and fast chicken, low and slow racks of ribs, and warm up apps in a cooler spot in the offset... all at the same time.
The Lang (reverse flow) has more even temps... used for larger volumes. Has a smaller zone for hotspots, but can be used in a similar fashion.
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