Your BEST box ever! (Winning turn-ins)

slowerlowerbbq · 04-05-2010, 09:34 PM

I've seen the "WORST Box Ever" thread , but I haven't seen a "BEST Box Ever" thread. Being kinda new at BBQ comps I was curious to see some of the Brethren's winning boxes. I'm sure some of y'all would love to brag and show off some of your winning turn-ins. IF I had one, I would start off... but I haven't had any calls

...yet.

Any takers?

Jacked UP BBQ · 04-05-2010, 11:05 PM

No one will join in this thread, it has happened in the past.

swamprb · 04-05-2010, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jacked UP BBQ

No one will join in this thread, it has happened in the past.

Got that right!

They can be found, you just have to work at it like anything else in the craft.

slowerlowerbbq · 04-06-2010, 08:10 AM

Ooops, my bad. I looked but didnt see anything. I'll keep trying

......

Lake Dogs · 04-06-2010, 08:23 AM

Search for IQue and Ployboy's turn in boxes. I found a few of Ployboy's, they were
very nice, but frankly not magical. Meaning, look at boxes, critically. Greens, simple
nice backdrop to the BBQ, but not taking away from the BBQ. Clean. BBQ in there,
largely filling up the box. Nothing fancy, just good / clean / appetizing display. Then,
it's all about the BBQ.

slowerlowerbbq · 04-06-2010, 09:39 AM

Thanks y'all for your honest replies. I can see now (after searching a little harder

) that this subjects' been well covered.

For the benefit of the rookie competitors and search-challenged, here's what I found:

http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=52980

http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...ght=turn+boxes

http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...0&postcount=26 (check out the Am Royal thread)

...and you'll find a ton of good threads here

Finally, I thought this was som great advice:
Originally Posted by swamprb

I've learned alot by just by viewing a lot of Brethren's team links, blogs etc. Another time consumer is to go to regional BBQ Associations that have team links and check out their sites. I know I've asked the same question before, as have others and the winners have worked hard and invested a ton of time and cash to give up the goods and I don't blame them. I can get decent Appearance scores and will ask for critiques and something a Brethren might point out that I missed or could have done is a good slap to the forehead, and helps me the next time.

Smokin' Gnome BBQ · 04-06-2010, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jacked UP BBQ

No one will join in this thread, it has happened in the past.

you posted some great boxes

..I have never one anything or else I would!!

WineMaster · 04-06-2010, 03:18 PM

Check the Pickled Pig site. Pauls boxes are usually Centerfold Qlty

Solidkick · 04-07-2010, 07:50 PM

Just a note about some of these older pics......while the "slices only" worked wonders for Kick's brisket in 2007 & 2008, in 2009 the presentation scores were indicating that this was not what the judges seemed to be looking for. I'd made no changes to the flavor profile or cooking process, but couldn't get my foot inside the top 10. Near the end of the year, I made the decision to start adding some burnt ends to the box and VIOLA, I'm back in the money! So be prepared to make adjustments. But the bottom line is you've got to figure out what works for you!

Contracted Cookers · 04-07-2010, 07:58 PM

nice post kick .if they are not biting throw something different

Rookie'48 · 04-07-2010, 10:46 PM

Not to highjack (well, just a little) but I have heard other judges beotching about not getting any burnt ends

. You're not supposed to judge what isn't there, only what the cook presented.

Just Pulin' Pork · 04-07-2010, 11:29 PM

Here is a 15th place Pork box at a recent contest in KC!

Solidkick · 04-08-2010, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rookie'48

Not to highjack (well, just a little) but I have heard other judges beotching about not getting any burnt ends

. You're not supposed to judge what isn't there, only what the cook presented.

Thank you mister Master Judge!

And to the rest, you now see my point.......

swamprb · 04-08-2010, 04:42 PM

It's a regional thing too. Take a local Judging Class, in my case the PNWBA, judge a couple comps and get a feel for whats getting turned in.

Rookie'48 · 04-08-2010, 09:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solidkick

Thank you mister Master Judge!

And to the rest, you now see my point.......

Thanx Mr. Kick, but I've still got to take (and pass) the test before I graduate

.

04-05-2010, 09:34 PM	#1
slowerlowerbbq Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 12-28-09 Location: Wilmington, Delawhere	Your BEST box ever! (Winning turn-ins) I've seen the "WORST Box Ever" thread , but I haven't seen a "BEST Box Ever" thread. Being kinda new at BBQ comps I was curious to see some of the Brethren's winning boxes. I'm sure some of y'all would love to brag and show off some of your winning turn-ins. IF I had one, I would start off... but I haven't had any calls ...yet. Any takers? __________________ Mark aka Earl [URL="http://www.slowerlowerbbq.com/"]Slower Lower BBQ[/URL] (2) 22.5" WSM, (2) 18.5" WSM, (3) 22.5" Weber Kettles, BWS Chubby, Super Fast [COLOR=Red][B]Red [/B][/COLOR]Thermapen, (2) BBQ Guru DX2, and our trusty Airline Cart! (wouldn't leave home without it) KCBS MABA 180 CHICKEN - KEYSTONE CLASSIC BARBEQUE, HARRISBURG, PA (10/4/2014)

04-05-2010, 11:05 PM	#2
Jacked UP BBQ Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-09-08 Location: Forker River, NJ	No one will join in this thread, it has happened in the past. __________________ Jacked UP BBQ vending Ocean County Pig Assassins competition team retired and is now known as Jacked UP BBQ Fec 750 Fec 100 Large Spicewine

04-06-2010, 08:10 AM	#4
slowerlowerbbq Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 12-28-09 Location: Wilmington, Delawhere	Ooops, my bad. I looked but didnt see anything. I'll keep trying ...... __________________ Mark aka Earl [URL="http://www.slowerlowerbbq.com/"]Slower Lower BBQ[/URL] (2) 22.5" WSM, (2) 18.5" WSM, (3) 22.5" Weber Kettles, BWS Chubby, Super Fast [COLOR=Red][B]Red [/B][/COLOR]Thermapen, (2) BBQ Guru DX2, and our trusty Airline Cart! (wouldn't leave home without it) KCBS MABA 180 CHICKEN - KEYSTONE CLASSIC BARBEQUE, HARRISBURG, PA (10/4/2014)

04-06-2010, 08:23 AM	#5
Lake Dogs Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 07-14-09 Location: Lake Sinclair, GA Name/Nickname : Hance	Search for IQue and Ployboy's turn in boxes. I found a few of Ployboy's, they were very nice, but frankly not magical. Meaning, look at boxes, critically. Greens, simple nice backdrop to the BBQ, but not taking away from the BBQ. Clean. BBQ in there, largely filling up the box. Nothing fancy, just good / clean / appetizing display. Then, it's all about the BBQ. __________________ Hance - MiM/MBN/GBA CBJ and comp cook Lake Sinclair, GA (strategically about an hour from darn near anywhere) My competition daze are probably behind me now; I pretty much cook for family, friends, and frankly the peace and solitude I get from smokin' on an offset... Was Lang 84DX, now Bubba Grills 250R and many Weber grills

04-06-2010, 09:39 AM	#6
slowerlowerbbq Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 12-28-09 Location: Wilmington, Delawhere	Keep lookind and you'll find it...yup Thanks y'all for your honest replies. I can see now (after searching a little harder ) that this subjects' been well covered. For the benefit of the rookie competitors and search-challenged, here's what I found: http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=52980 http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...ght=turn+boxes http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/sh...0&postcount=26 (check out the Am Royal thread) ...and you'll find a ton of good threads here Finally, I thought this was som great advice: Originally Posted by swamprb I've learned alot by just by viewing a lot of Brethren's team links, blogs etc. Another time consumer is to go to regional BBQ Associations that have team links and check out their sites. I know I've asked the same question before, as have others and the winners have worked hard and invested a ton of time and cash to give up the goods and I don't blame them. I can get decent Appearance scores and will ask for critiques and something a Brethren might point out that I missed or could have done is a good slap to the forehead, and helps me the next time. __________________ Mark aka Earl [URL="http://www.slowerlowerbbq.com/"]Slower Lower BBQ[/URL] (2) 22.5" WSM, (2) 18.5" WSM, (3) 22.5" Weber Kettles, BWS Chubby, Super Fast [COLOR=Red][B]Red [/B][/COLOR]Thermapen, (2) BBQ Guru DX2, and our trusty Airline Cart! (wouldn't leave home without it) KCBS MABA 180 CHICKEN - KEYSTONE CLASSIC BARBEQUE, HARRISBURG, PA (10/4/2014)

04-06-2010, 03:18 PM	#8
WineMaster Babbling Farker Join Date: 01-16-07 Location: Southern MN	Check the Pickled Pig site. Pauls boxes are usually Centerfold Qlty __________________ Dan MJH From Backyard Bomber BBQ -- Junior YS 640 Comp 22.5 Weber Kettle Blue Thermopen Comp Team Wine & Swine

04-07-2010, 07:50 PM	#9
Solidkick somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 10-21-03 Location: Bandera Owner in Missouri	Just a note about some of these older pics......while the "slices only" worked wonders for Kick's brisket in 2007 & 2008, in 2009 the presentation scores were indicating that this was not what the judges seemed to be looking for. I'd made no changes to the flavor profile or cooking process, but couldn't get my foot inside the top 10. Near the end of the year, I made the decision to start adding some burnt ends to the box and VIOLA, I'm back in the money! So be prepared to make adjustments. But the bottom line is you've got to figure out what works for you! __________________ Mr. Kick ------------------------------------------------ *Belly Brothers BBQ Team* "Sister Flame" Spicewine Trailer Smoker,Modified Bandera, Uni-Flame Chicken Cooker with a Spicewine Thermometer mod,Kingsford Barrel cooker and a super fast RED thermapen KC always said "fat cap up!!

04-07-2010, 07:58 PM	#10
Contracted Cookers is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 12-11-07 Location: Jefferson City, MO	nice post kick .if they are not biting throw something different

04-07-2010, 10:46 PM	#11
Rookie'48 Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 11-12-06 Location: Des Moines, Iowa	Not to highjack (well, just a little) but I have heard other judges beotching about not getting any burnt ends . You're not supposed to judge what isn't there, only what the cook presented. __________________ Dave Compton KCBS MasterCBJ # 22569 Member of the 100+ Contest Club Judge Number 6 competition BBQ team Possibly the only judge ever to get an award from a bunch of cooks UDS 075 UCB WSM and a bunch of other stuff.

04-07-2010, 11:29 PM	#12
Just Pulin' Pork is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 03-08-08 Location: Overland Park Kansas	Here is a 15th place Pork box at a recent contest in KC!

04-08-2010, 04:42 PM	#14
swamprb somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 10-27-06 Location: Bothell WA	It's a regional thing too. Take a local Judging Class, in my case the PNWBA, judge a couple comps and get a feel for whats getting turned in. __________________ Brian - Left Hand Smoke BBQ PNWBA 2010 Team of the Year BGE's/WSM's/Pellet Pro WSM/BWS Gater/BDS Clones/Cookshack 008/Weber Performer w EZ-Que/Cajun Bandit/Rib-O-Lator Test Pilot/La Caja China/BBQ Guru/Weber 1000 RK Drum Coffee Roaster Follow Left Hand Smoke on Facebook!http://www.facebook.com/pages/Left-H...462391?sk=wall KCBS CBJ/PNWBA CBJ www.pnwba.com

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