My first trip to Lockhart changed my life. I convinced 4 buddies to rent a minivan with me and to drive 2300 miles in 69 hours to eat at Kreuz, Smitty's and Blacks. I am FOREVER RUINED.
If you've never tasted true Texas hill country BBQ, you're really missing out.
When I got my cooker I was all full of piss and vinegar to start competing. Now I'm not so much. I'd rather just cook the food I want to eat and not have to conform to some set standard. No offense to those of you on the circuit...
P.S. - Here's the story of my trip to Lockhart...
http://www.ntscblog.com/2006/10/ive-...een-every.html