Thermapen Question

pmad · 11-18-2012, 09:35 AM

I'm getting a thermapen for Christmas.
Black with Flame as it has to be the fastest -- it's got a flame.

But, do I want either the boot, the magnetic boot, or the zipper wallet?

I'm leaning towards the magnetic boot.

Thoughts?
Thanks.

fnbish · 11-18-2012, 09:52 AM

I got the regular boot and think it was definitely a good idea. Helps to keep it clean and make it even more durable. I thought about getting the magnet one, but have never really needed it. But if you want to stick it to something metal you may need it. Just depends on how you will use it.

IamMadMan · 11-18-2012, 04:12 PM

I have the regular boot because I was afraid some idiot would stick the magnetic one on the cooker when I wasn't looking.

I also use the zippered case for storage and travel with the boot in place.

If no one else will be near your cooker then go for the magnetic boot if that what you want.

Bonewagon · 11-18-2012, 04:17 PM

I've been happy with the zippered case, but I only use it for storage. I don't think I'd use either of the boots myself.

JMSetzler · 11-18-2012, 04:34 PM

You are right. The black one with the flames is the fastest of all Thermapens. I don't even use a case accessory for mine. I just keep it in the drawer with the rest of my stuff.

Dallas Dan · 11-18-2012, 04:51 PM

I got the boot to protect it in the event I drop it. I store it in the leather wallet.

K-Train · 11-18-2012, 05:17 PM

magnetic boot is awesome. especially for comps, i stick to a leg of our ez-up and it's easy to fine (glows). Only problem is you won't see those flames, it's translucent.

JP7794 · 11-18-2012, 05:28 PM

Fits fine in my pocket.

Dr_KY · 11-18-2012, 05:45 PM

I use the zipper pouch for traveling and then place it in the hip holster. I'm not trusting enough to stick to something and walk away.

isolated01 · 11-18-2012, 05:51 PM

I don't use a case for mine; in my pocket or kitchen drawer.

pmad · 11-19-2012, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by K-Train

Only problem is you won't see those flames, it's translucent.

But I'll know they're there

Thanks all.

Went with the magnetic one.

11-18-2012, 09:35 AM	#1
pmad Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 08-15-11 Location: St. Louis, MO Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Thermapen Question I'm getting a thermapen for Christmas. Black with Flame as it has to be the fastest -- it's got a flame. But, do I want either the boot, the magnetic boot, or the zipper wallet? I'm leaning towards the magnetic boot. Thoughts? Thanks.

11-18-2012, 09:52 AM	#2
fnbish is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 01-10-11 Location: Buford, GA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I got the regular boot and think it was definitely a good idea. Helps to keep it clean and make it even more durable. I thought about getting the magnet one, but have never really needed it. But if you want to stick it to something metal you may need it. Just depends on how you will use it. __________________ -Jason 22.5 WSM Backwoods G2 Party Backwoods G2 Chubby Big Green Egg XL Weber 18.5 Kettle "Tenacious Q" Competition Team Follow Tenacious Q on Facebook!! KCBS CBJ

11-18-2012, 04:12 PM	#3
IamMadMan is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 07-30-11 Location: Southern New Jersey Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I have the regular boot because I was afraid some idiot would stick the magnetic one on the cooker when I wasn't looking. I also use the zippered case for storage and travel with the boot in place. If no one else will be near your cooker then go for the magnetic boot if that what you want. __________________ Humphrey's DownEast Beast W/BBQ Guru Last edited by IamMadMan; 11-18-2012 at 04:31 PM..

11-18-2012, 04:17 PM	#4
Bonewagon is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 06-12-09 Location: Ithaca, Michigan Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I've been happy with the zippered case, but I only use it for storage. I don't think I'd use either of the boots myself. __________________ Jason Big Steel Keg, WSM, OTG, Super Fast and Accurate Blue Splash-Proof Thermapen

11-18-2012, 04:34 PM	#5
JMSetzler Babbling Farker Join Date: 04-25-11 Location: Valdese, NC Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	You are right. The black one with the flames is the fastest of all Thermapens. I don't even use a case accessory for mine. I just keep it in the drawer with the rest of my stuff. __________________ Visit Man Cave Meals on Facebook and YouTube! Kamado Joe Classic * Kamado Joe Big Joe Ugly Drum Smoker * Weber Performer * Weber Go-Anywhere * Mini WSM Man Cave Meals Video Index

11-18-2012, 04:51 PM	#6
Dallas Dan is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 02-28-11 Location: Dallas, Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I got the boot to protect it in the event I drop it. I store it in the leather wallet. __________________ BGE large w/ lots of accessories; Lyfe Tyme offset; RED Termapen

11-18-2012, 05:17 PM	#7
K-Train is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 09-22-11 Location: Edgewater, MD Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	magnetic boot is awesome. especially for comps, i stick to a leg of our ez-up and it's easy to fine (glows). Only problem is you won't see those flames, it's translucent. __________________ Keith Fat Maxine's BBQ Thanks to DArtagnan Foods (Awesome ribs)

11-18-2012, 05:28 PM	#8
JP7794 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 04-13-12 Location: KANSAS CITY MISSOURI Downloads: 2 Uploads: 1	Fits fine in my pocket. __________________ "You don't win friends with salad" - Homer Simpson Jim - KCBS CBJ 18.5" WSM - Packer Green Thermapen - Auber PID Temperature Controller - Mini WSM GO PACK GO!

11-18-2012, 05:45 PM	#9
Dr_KY Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 12-15-07 Location: England Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I use the zipper pouch for traveling and then place it in the hip holster. I'm not trusting enough to stick to something and walk away. __________________ www.drsweetsmoke.com Slappin that bass like some delerious funky preist!!! UDS, Half Pint (Mini UDS), Weber, ProQ 20, Kegrilla 250 gallon cooker- 'The Meat Beast!!' British BBQ Championships Grand Champion 2008 ~~~~ British BBQ Society - Southern Championship Grand Champions 2009

11-18-2012, 05:51 PM	#10
isolated01 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 03-18-10 Location: Citrus Heights, CA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I don't use a case for mine; in my pocket or kitchen drawer.