Biggest/most respected bbq comp? - Page 2

Scottie · 01-23-2013, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Poppa

Scottie way back when you won the jack that was probably number one. Way back

You should tell Johnny that then...

bbq.tom · 01-23-2013, 09:20 AM

It is kind of a matter of perspective IMHO. Depends on what sanctioning body you compete in and what you consider "respectable".

KCBS = AR Invite AND the Jack, and now Sam’s Club Finals
MIM/MBN = Memphis In May
Between these comps, the largest is MIM, but if you include AR Open then that is the largest.

Most respectable/prestigious "Whole Hog Cook-off" would be the Newport Pig Cooking Contest (80 to 100 teams cooking ONLY whole hog on the grill).

But you can’t leave out the World Barbecue Championship as part of the World Food Championship in Las Vegas or the World Barbecue Championship sponsored by the World Barbecue Association (even though there aren’t many (if any) teams from the USA involved).

PERSPECTIVE

Lake Dogs · 01-23-2013, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by bbq.tom

It is kind of a matter of perspective IMHO. Depends on what sanctioning body you compete in and what you consider "respectable".

KCBS = AR Invite AND the Jack, and now Sam’s Club Finals
MIM/MBN = Memphis In May
Between these comps, the largest is MIM, but if you include AR Open then that is the largest.

Most respectable/prestigious "Whole Hog Cook-off" would be the Newport Pig Cooking Contest (80 to 100 teams cooking ONLY whole hog on the grill).

But you can’t leave out the World Barbecue Championship as part of the World Food Championship in Las Vegas or the World Barbecue Championship sponsored by the World Barbecue Association (even though there aren’t many (if any) teams from the USA involved).

PERSPECTIVE

Agreed. I've always thought of the "Big 3" as AR, Jack, and MiM, in no particular order.

There are many out there that I'd say are close in many aspects, you mentioned a few, mentioned earlier was the Houston Livestock one, I haven't seen anyone mentioned (is it) Salisbury in MD (Pork N The Park, I think), and two others in GA being Big Pig Jig in Vienna and the National BBQ Festival (was in Dillard, now in Waycross.

bbq.tom · 01-23-2013, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Lake Dogs

There are many out there that I'd say are close in many aspects, you mentioned a few, mentioned earlier was the Houston Livestock one, I haven't seen anyone mentioned (is it) Salisbury in MD (Pork N The Park, I think), and two others in GA being Big Pig Jig in Vienna and the National BBQ Festival (was in Dillard, now in Waycross.

FYI...
The National BBQ Festival (formerly held in Dillard, then moved to Waycross in 2011) has ceased existance as a bbq contest. Kell stated that they held the contest for 10 years, but decided it just wasn't "fun" any more so they cancelled it last year.

Many organizations hold contests that they consider "respectible/prestigous", but to outsiders they may not show up on their radar.

Big Poppa · 01-23-2013, 10:16 AM

Houston is pretty cool too....

Jorge · 01-23-2013, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Poppa

Houston is pretty cool too....

If you want to know anything about the time Scottie spent in Houston, you should probably ask Randy Pauly

RangerJ · 01-23-2013, 11:14 AM

Houston is right around the corner. The amount of money spent on that event is mind boggling.

Rich Parker · 01-23-2013, 11:17 AM

The Jack is probably top on my list.

Podge · 01-23-2013, 02:40 PM

Even though, not near as large or well known, there are plenty of great state contests that are run very much respected by the people who attend them year in, year out.. I think it starts with Organizers who are very passionate about running a contest, along with great reps.. I feel very fortunate to be able to compete in those kind of contests.

deguerre · 01-23-2013, 02:51 PM

If chicken is involved it's NOT a BBQ contest. Just sayin'...

OK, off to my room now.

Scottie · 01-23-2013, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Jorge

If you want to know anything about the time Scottie spent in Houston, you should probably ask Randy Pauly

Man, what a set-up Holy Cow Cookers has! Coyote Ugly on the bar. And it is a real bar... that is about all I will say. Other than i like cowgirls...

Jorge · 01-23-2013, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Scottie

Man, what a set-up Holy Cow Cookers has! Coyote Ugly on the bar. And it is a real bar... that is about all I will say. Other than i like cowgirls...

I describe HLSR to people that have never been as a combo of the Royal and MIM on steroids. I haven't had too many folks disagree after they have been there.

Bentley · 01-23-2013, 05:55 PM

American Royal Open.

jimbloomfield · 01-23-2013, 07:15 PM

American Royal

Coz · 01-23-2013, 07:52 PM

Toss up for me The Jack and the Royal Open. Having finally weaseled our way to the Jack , I can truly say that If we get the chance to do both in the same year I will do what ever it takes to make both. Driving over the bridge at the Royal and lookin at all those cookers WOW

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bbq.tom is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 11-23-10 Location: Hillsborough, NC (just north of Heaven - TarHeel country!) Downloads: 1 Uploads: 0	It is kind of a matter of perspective IMHO. Depends on what sanctioning body you compete in and what you consider "respectable". KCBS = AR Invite AND the Jack, and now Sam’s Club Finals MIM/MBN = Memphis In May Between these comps, the largest is MIM, but if you include AR Open then that is the largest. Most respectable/prestigious "Whole Hog Cook-off" would be the Newport Pig Cooking Contest (80 to 100 teams cooking ONLY whole hog on the grill). But you can’t leave out the World Barbecue Championship as part of the World Food Championship in Las Vegas or the World Barbecue Championship sponsored by the World Barbecue Association (even though there aren’t many (if any) teams from the USA involved). PERSPECTIVE __________________ Tom CBJ - KCBS, MBN, NCPC CTC - KCBS Pitmaster and chef - "4 Lil' Pigs" Competition BBQ Team Author of "A 'Q' Review" Lang Hybrid Smoker, UDS, Holland "Epic"

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RangerJ is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 11-04-08 Location: Houston, Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Houston is right around the corner. The amount of money spent on that event is mind boggling. __________________ www.pappacharliesbbq.com Cooking on a Baby J by Jambo Are You Ready to Throwdown?

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Rich Parker Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-20-09 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	The Jack is probably top on my list. __________________ WSM and UDS - iBQ'n BBQ Team owner TheBBQSuperstore.com

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deguerre somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-15-09 Location: Memphis, TN...Formerly of Decatur, AL Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	If chicken is involved it's NOT a BBQ contest. Just sayin'... OK, off to my room now. __________________ Guerry >^..^< Weber 22 1/2" OTS "Dirty Girl", Weber Performer/Cajun Bandit "Cajun Queen", GOSM "Bubba Q", Maverick et73, RED Thermapen, One Cameron Stove Top "Lazy Girl".It burns sawdust... Avatar by Northwest BBQ!!! If you really care about this place, you'll show some respect for it. Seven Zero notches on my spatula. Join_Us_In_The_Throwdowns_Forum!

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Big Poppa is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 04-11-09 Location: La Quinta, Ca Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Houston is pretty cool too....

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Podge is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 09-25-06 Location: Elk Creek, Ky. Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Even though, not near as large or well known, there are plenty of great state contests that are run very much respected by the people who attend them year in, year out.. I think it starts with Organizers who are very passionate about running a contest, along with great reps.. I feel very fortunate to be able to compete in those kind of contests.

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Coz is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 10-05-07 Location: Montello,Wi Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Toss up for me The Jack and the Royal Open. Having finally weaseled our way to the Jack , I can truly say that If we get the chance to do both in the same year I will do what ever it takes to make both. Driving over the bridge at the Royal and lookin at all those cookers WOW __________________ Stumps Clone "RAINMAKER" Stumps Clone RIP 9-20-08 Stumps Clone "LIL RAIN " Stumps Clone " CHRISTINE " ONE Evil Biotch and another in process BRINGIN' THE HEAT BBQ Team just Cloning around