Getting a new pit!!!

dupree187 · 01-08-2013, 11:27 AM

I am going to be getting a new pit this spring. I've narrowed it down to either a Lang 48 patio or a Jambo Backyard. Anyone have any incite as to which one i should get? Price wise they are them same so it comes down to features. Could use some advice. Thanks

el_matt · 01-08-2013, 11:52 AM

I'd get the Jambo, I really like the insulated firebox. Not saying there is anything wrong with a Lang, I just like Jambos better.

Matt

BBQ Bandit · 01-08-2013, 11:53 AM

Loved the 48 - held 100 lbs butts comfortably.

flyingbassman5 · 01-08-2013, 12:42 PM

I'm biased to the Lang 48 cause I've been wanting the mobile version.

Gig'em99 · 01-08-2013, 12:55 PM

I've become a big fan of the reverse flow smoker design for a stick burner. Either way you're getting quality, but I think you're getting more "bells and whistles" with the Lang. That insulated fire box on the Jambo is neat though. In the end, I think you'll have more even cooking with the Lang.

gaspipe1 · 01-08-2013, 12:58 PM

I've been looking at both online. They both seem great.

Some things I noticed is:

The Jambo doesn't have a 2nd shelf. I guess one could be added later.

From what I understand you control the temp the smoke stack... Am I correct on this? That would be totally different from anything I used.

Also can you get the Jambo with a warmer box? Don't think I've seen any of his with that.

If I was to buy one today, I think I would go with the Jambo. I think no matter what you can't go wrong with a Jambo.

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Smokin' D · 01-08-2013, 01:21 PM

Something to consider would be that the Jambo has TWO doors with a divider between them on the smoke chamber. Doing a big cut or a whole pig would be difficult if not impossible.

bosshawgs · 01-08-2013, 03:00 PM

Get a meadow creek

dupree187 · 01-08-2013, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smokin' D

Something to consider would be that the Jambo has TWO doors with a divider between them on the smoke chamber. Doing a big cut or a whole pig would be difficult if not impossible.

I do like the fact that the Lang has a single door. But lets face it, a Jambo is a Jambo. And a Meadow Creek is out of my price range. Anyone else have any input? This is alot of money and I want to make the right choice.

Boshizzle · 01-08-2013, 04:18 PM

I have a Jambo and have had a Lang and I don't think you can go wrong either way. The real difference in the two is the insulated firebox on the Jambo and its 2 door design rather than one. The single door may be an advantage if you plan on cooking a whole hog or very large cuts. Other than that, compare shipping costs and then make your decision.

There are some small differences in how you cook on each pit simply because one is a standard offset (Jambo) and the other is a reverse flow (Lang). But, that's no big deal. The Jambo will get better fuel "mileage" because of the insulated firebox but for home use and the occasional competition that will probably not be a significant difference.

Good luck!

xdcx · 01-08-2013, 04:21 PM

You should also look at/talk to Ritch at Gator Pits. It looks like the Party Gator would also be a good fit. http://www.gatorpit.net/backyard_pits/party_gator.htm

I've had a backyard chef from Gator for 2+ years and have nothing but praise for it and for Ritch.

dupree187 · 01-08-2013, 04:48 PM

I think I am starting to lean towards the jambo. Just got off the phone with Jamie and he is one hell of a nice guy. Answered any question I had. Wonder if you can get the backyard model with a single door? Forgot to ask. Anyway now just to wait for tax time I guess. Still interested in opinions though. One thing I would like to know is can you use a bbq guru on a jambo? Don't know if its possible or needed with the insulated fire box.

Big George's BBQ · 01-08-2013, 05:15 PM

People seem to like both Someone mentioned a Meadow Creek They are also great pits. Check the cost then the shipping Maybe one is sold in your area

gaspipe1 · 01-08-2013, 06:12 PM

Dupree you may want to take a look at this!!

http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh....php?p=2321885

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trufunk · 01-08-2013, 06:24 PM

Congrats!

01-08-2013, 11:27 AM	#1
dupree187 Found some matches. Join Date: 01-04-13 Location: Kettering OH	Getting a new pit!!! I am going to be getting a new pit this spring. I've narrowed it down to either a Lang 48 patio or a Jambo Backyard. Anyone have any incite as to which one i should get? Price wise they are them same so it comes down to features. Could use some advice. Thanks

01-08-2013, 11:52 AM	#2
el_matt Babbling Farker Join Date: 12-08-09 Location: Turlock, California	I'd get the Jambo, I really like the insulated firebox. Not saying there is anything wrong with a Lang, I just like Jambos better. Matt __________________ "Grandpa, you make the best meat, EVER!!"

01-08-2013, 11:53 AM	#3
BBQ Bandit Babbling Farker Join Date: 02-15-08 Location: Harrisburg, PA	Loved the 48 - held 100 lbs butts comfortably. __________________ Custom Klose Backyard Chef... of Snot, and a 22.5 WSM Former smokers; Lang 84 Deluxe kitchen, Lang 60 Mobile - The Damsel II, Lang 48 Patio - The Damsel, Bubba Keg Grill - RIP, Double Barrel Smoker and a BSKD

01-08-2013, 12:42 PM	#4
flyingbassman5 is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 11-26-12 Location: Saint Louis MO	I'm biased to the Lang 48 cause I've been wanting the mobile version. __________________ 18" OTS, 22" OTG, SJ Silver, Cimarron Offset, Coleman Bullet, PBC, UDS, QMaster ATC

01-08-2013, 12:55 PM	#5
Gig'em99 On the road to being a farker Join Date: 12-10-12 Location: Richardson, TX	I've become a big fan of the reverse flow smoker design for a stick burner. Either way you're getting quality, but I think you're getting more "bells and whistles" with the Lang. That insulated fire box on the Jambo is neat though. In the end, I think you'll have more even cooking with the Lang. __________________ Custom 30"X84" competition-style RF trailer smoker Pecos 20"X60" OS by Old Country BBQ Char Griller 5050 with side box [COLOR="DarkRed"][FONT="Arial Black"]Baby Arm BBQ[/FONT][/COLOR]

01-08-2013, 12:58 PM	#6
gaspipe1 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 05-23-11 Location: Cranford, NJ	I've been looking at both online. They both seem great. Some things I noticed is: The Jambo doesn't have a 2nd shelf. I guess one could be added later. From what I understand you control the temp the smoke stack... Am I correct on this? That would be totally different from anything I used. Also can you get the Jambo with a warmer box? Don't think I've seen any of his with that. If I was to buy one today, I think I would go with the Jambo. I think no matter what you can't go wrong with a Jambo. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

01-08-2013, 01:21 PM	#7
Smokin' D is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 12-11-07 Location: N. Andover, MA	Something to consider would be that the Jambo has TWO doors with a divider between them on the smoke chamber. Doing a big cut or a whole pig would be difficult if not impossible.

01-08-2013, 03:00 PM	#8
bosshawgs Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 01-13-12 Location: warwick ny	Get a meadow creek

01-08-2013, 04:18 PM	#10
Boshizzle somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 01-26-10 Location: Virginia	I have a Jambo and have had a Lang and I don't think you can go wrong either way. The real difference in the two is the insulated firebox on the Jambo and its 2 door design rather than one. The single door may be an advantage if you plan on cooking a whole hog or very large cuts. Other than that, compare shipping costs and then make your decision. There are some small differences in how you cook on each pit simply because one is a standard offset (Jambo) and the other is a reverse flow (Lang). But, that's no big deal. The Jambo will get better fuel "mileage" because of the insulated firebox but for home use and the occasional competition that will probably not be a significant difference. Good luck! __________________ Operation BBQ Relief Founding Member - I am Obsessive Compulsive about BBQ. Google it.

01-08-2013, 04:21 PM	#11
xdcx Is lookin for wood to cook with. Join Date: 07-18-11 Location: washington dc	You should also look at/talk to Ritch at Gator Pits. It looks like the Party Gator would also be a good fit. http://www.gatorpit.net/backyard_pits/party_gator.htm I've had a backyard chef from Gator for 2+ years and have nothing but praise for it and for Ritch. __________________ Custom BYCC Gator Pit

01-08-2013, 04:48 PM	#12
dupree187 Found some matches. Join Date: 01-04-13 Location: Kettering OH	I think I am starting to lean towards the jambo. Just got off the phone with Jamie and he is one hell of a nice guy. Answered any question I had. Wonder if you can get the backyard model with a single door? Forgot to ask. Anyway now just to wait for tax time I guess. Still interested in opinions though. One thing I would like to know is can you use a bbq guru on a jambo? Don't know if its possible or needed with the insulated fire box.

01-08-2013, 05:15 PM	#13
Big George's BBQ somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 02-07-08 Location: Framingham, MA Name/Nickname : George	People seem to like both Someone mentioned a Meadow Creek They are also great pits. Check the cost then the shipping Maybe one is sold in your area __________________ Large BIG Green EGG- Hatched 8/17/09 Backwoods Extented Party- sold Weber Genesis Gasser Mid Atlantic BBQ Association KCBS Back Porch BBQ Competition BBQ Team Proud Member of the Zero Club When all else fails ask yourself WWGALD

01-08-2013, 06:12 PM	#14
gaspipe1 Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 05-23-11 Location: Cranford, NJ	Dupree you may want to take a look at this!! http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh....php?p=2321885 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

01-08-2013, 06:24 PM	#15
trufunk Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 11-14-11 Location: San Antonio, Tx	Congrats! __________________ I am here. Where are U? 2440 Party Gator Purple the Super Sexiest Thermopen