chicken wings in a comp?

[Sawdustguy]

Originally Posted by Rub

As a group, judges prefer thighs over wings. You will take a hit on your score with just wings the majority of the time in my experiences.

Thats a big problem because the judges are not supposed to let their personal preferences affect their scores.

[MikeJ65]

Originally Posted by Sawdustguy

Thats a big problem because the judges are not supposed to let their personal preferences affect their scores.

Actually, I don't think that judges have preferences any different than the general population. Thighs are going to land on the judging plate hot and moist and the skin is easy to manipulate for tenderness either by using enough heat or scraping.

Wings are much more likely to either be dry or have tough skin. Put your wings and thighs in a garnished box for 20 minutes and decide which you prefer at that point, taking one or two good bites from each.

[Rub]

Originally Posted by Sawdustguy

Thats a big problem because the judges are not supposed to let their personal preferences affect their scores.

That sure would be nice wouldn't it? It doesn't take much to knock you out of the running.