Buying Some Rub .. need a little advice

Bacon · 09-09-2008, 09:40 PM

Alright Brethren, I have been on this site for almost 3 months and I have heard a lot about this Yardbird seasoning and how good it is.

I must try it now, cant resist any longer.

I was given this link in another thread and there is a lot of stuff on this site I am interested in. A few names that I have heard here also.

Then I noticed that the shipping was fedex ground and I know that Fedex shipping can be pricey. Though ground is cheaper than express. I would assume with the cost of shipping to be in the range of 7-10 bucks, I thought I might as well buy a few more seasonings/ rubs while I'm at it.

I need some recommendations from fellow Brethren that have tried and liked some of these rubs. I cook mostly what everyone else cooks and heat doesnt bother me.

I would truly appreciate any responses..

toys4dlr · 09-09-2008, 09:53 PM

I am a big fan of Todd's Yardbird, I have been using it for a little while now and it is my go to spice at home and comps. In fact, we just took 1st in pork (our first 1st place in a KCBS event) at the KCBS event in Taylor AZ using Yardbird as our rub and finished 10th overall. We now have 7 events under our belts. Todd was nice enough to post our picture on his website www.Plowboysbbq.com with the story.

I order it at 5 or 10 lbs at a time, so I contact Todd directly. I am waiting for the brisket rub to come in. I can not wait. He makes really good stuff.

I also use some of D dogs rubs for steaks at home. I like the maple, but the original and Apple are good too. D Dog can be found in the Brethern Ventures, as well as Todd under Plowboys.

Ron_L · 09-09-2008, 10:03 PM

D-Dog's are good, the HomeBBQ rubs are good and the Dizzy Pig rubs are good.

barbefunkoramaque · 09-09-2008, 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bacon

Alright Brethren, I have been on this site for almost 3 months and I have heard a lot about this Yardbird seasoning and how good it is.

I must try it now, cant resist any longer.

I was given this link in another thread and there is a lot of stuff on this site I am interested in. A few names that I have heard here also.

Then I noticed that the shipping was fedex ground and I know that Fedex shipping can be pricey. Though ground is cheaper than express. I would assume with the cost of shipping to be in the range of 7-10 bucks, I thought I might as well buy a few more seasonings/ rubs while I'm at it.

I need some recommendations from fellow Brethren that have tried and liked some of these rubs. I cook mostly what everyone else cooks and heat doesnt bother me.

I would truly appreciate any responses..

Why not make or steal your own? I know this is gonna anger the "rub Gurus" but when you start buying rubs you will never learn what spices do.

You see what your asking these guys to do is SUBJECTIVELY give you their opinion of what appeals to their palate. Which makes even less since than figuring that out for yourself. Finding a recipe online or on here and trying it accomplishes the same thing with a lot less money and a lot less rubs you don't like sitting round and going bad.

Heck I think I screwed up and posted my Butt Glitter on here in a weak moment. LOL

Rookie'48 · 09-09-2008, 10:31 PM

Brother Bacon - Go to Brethren Sales & Ventures - Find Plowboys - order. Or find any post by Plowboy (Todd) - click - send a PM. Todd will get back to ya.

Bacon · 09-09-2008, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by barbefunkoramaque

Why not make or steal your own? I know this is gonna anger the "rub Gurus" but when you start buying rubs you will never learn what spices do.

I gotcha Funk brother, but I am very interested in the Yardbird. I make my own rib rubs and everything I cook is from scratch. True home cookin'. So I do understand the concept of making your own. I have my spices sent in bulk from Buckhorn Spices in my hometown of Pine Bluff. I have a lot.

But one thing I have learned. If you do not eat any other food besides your own, ( restaurants, other peoples food period) your desire for new will dwindle and you will be basically cooking the same way with the same ole spices. Trying different things is a break from the norm and also an inspiration.

I also would be supporting a fellow Brother on this site so cost is not that big of a deal.

barbefunkoramaque · 09-09-2008, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bacon

I gotcha Funk brother, but I am very interested in the Yardbird. I make my own rib rubs and everything I cook is from scratch. True home cookin'. So I do understand the concept of making your own. I have my spices sent in bulk from Buckhorn Spices in my hometown of Pine Bluff. I have a lot.

But one thing I have learned. If you do not eat any other food besides your own, ( restaurants, other peoples food period) your desire for new will dwindle and you will be basically cooking the same way with the same ole spices. Trying different things is a break from the norm and also an inspiration.

I also would be supporting a fellow Brother on this site so cost is not that big of a deal.

Then it sound like your making a sound decision. Hell for 12 years I ground my own spice, even got to where I would roll the peppercorns with a roller to get the frit just right.

Then one day someone passed me Montreal Steal seasoning and damn if it was not to the "T" LOL

But discovering what blend of spices gets you the crispiest bbq chick skin (technique has something to do with it too) is serendipity

Norcoredneck · 09-10-2008, 05:44 AM

I here this is a hot new place to buy rubs.
http://www.greatlakesbbqsupply.com/

Spydermike72 · 09-10-2008, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Norcoredneck

I here this is a hot new place to buy rubs.
http://www.greatlakesbbqsupply.com/

And they carry Plowboys!!!

HolySmoke · 09-10-2008, 06:51 AM

HeadCountry is good also....

bowhnter · 09-10-2008, 07:09 AM

Sucklebusters Hoochie Mama and Hog Waller are pretty good too.

jbrink01 · 09-10-2008, 07:29 AM

Plowboys rocks! I just bought a pretty large supply.....

Smokinrubcom · 09-10-2008, 08:07 AM

You can purchase BBQ rub and steak seasoning from my website - www.smokinrub.com. Have been in business for a month or so and have already sold several bottles of each.

Mike Whisante

Cliff H. · 09-10-2008, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bacon

But one thing I have learned. If you do not eat any other food besides your own, ( restaurants, other peoples food period) your desire for new will dwindle and you will be basically cooking the same way with the same ole spices. Trying different things is a break from the norm and also an inspiration.

I have a different take on this statement.

First, while I was searching for great Q and learning how to make it better at home via all the fourms, I began to realize that I could produce a better product than most resturants. So then I started searching for the best rubs and techniques that I liked.

I have begun to narrow the field down on the flavor profile issue. I want and desire to reach a plateu of consistency. This means that I want to be using the same rub and technique all the time so that my BBQ is easily recognizalbe by the folks I am feeding.

There is nothing wrong with trying different products or resturants. Nothing at all. I do the same from time to time, but when it comes to serious Q'ng, I want my Q to be the same every time.

ssbbqguy · 09-10-2008, 09:29 AM

Slabs, Plowboy's, Smokin Guns, Head Country,and one of my longtime favorites,Obie-Cue from Texas. All are exellent products with great people behind them. Call any of them and you'll be happy. Steve.

09-09-2008, 09:40 PM	#1
Bacon is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 06-22-08 Location: North Dallas	Buying Some Rub .. need a little advice Alright Brethren, I have been on this site for almost 3 months and I have heard a lot about this Yardbird seasoning and how good it is. I must try it now, cant resist any longer. I was given this link in another thread and there is a lot of stuff on this site I am interested in. A few names that I have heard here also. Then I noticed that the shipping was fedex ground and I know that Fedex shipping can be pricey. Though ground is cheaper than express. I would assume with the cost of shipping to be in the range of 7-10 bucks, I thought I might as well buy a few more seasonings/ rubs while I'm at it. I need some recommendations from fellow Brethren that have tried and liked some of these rubs. I cook mostly what everyone else cooks and heat doesnt bother me. I would truly appreciate any responses.. __________________ Jason ~ Arkansan in Tejas 22.5" Weber OTG Kenmore gasser 1 Super-Fast Sunkist Orange Thermapen Hungry Apt neighbors Certified MOINK Baller "Anything wrapped in Bacon has to beat not wrapped in Bacon!" - Desert Dweller / circa ~ 09-14-2008, 07:28 AM

09-09-2008, 09:53 PM	#2
toys4dlr is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 08-02-07 Location: Phoenix, AZ Name/Nickname : David	I am a big fan of Todd's Yardbird, I have been using it for a little while now and it is my go to spice at home and comps. In fact, we just took 1st in pork (our first 1st place in a KCBS event) at the KCBS event in Taylor AZ using Yardbird as our rub and finished 10th overall. We now have 7 events under our belts. Todd was nice enough to post our picture on his website www.Plowboysbbq.com with the story. I order it at 5 or 10 lbs at a time, so I contact Todd directly. I am waiting for the brisket rub to come in. I can not wait. He makes really good stuff. I also use some of D dogs rubs for steaks at home. I like the maple, but the original and Apple are good too. D Dog can be found in the Brethern Ventures, as well as Todd under Plowboys. __________________ Q-To-U-BBQ in Cave Creek, Arizona (RIP 2020) 2010, 2011 and 2019 Best BBQ in N. Phoenix Toys 4 BBQ'N Competition BBQ Team 4x Hunsaker Drum Smokers FEC 100 (sold), FEC 120 (sold), FEC 240, FEC 500 (sold), PG 500 Shirley Fab 52 x 24 Patio (sold) 250 gallon trailered Moberg

09-09-2008, 10:03 PM	#3
Ron_L Moderator Join Date: 12-09-04 Location: Wandering, but not lost Name/Nickname : Captain Ron	D-Dog's are good, the HomeBBQ rubs are good and the Dizzy Pig rubs are good. __________________ "Ron Rico, Boss. You can call me Captain Ron..." Naked Fatties Rock! PKGo X 2/PK360/Weber Q1000/Blackstone Camping Griddle/Pit Boss Pro Series 850

09-09-2008, 10:31 PM	#5
Rookie'48 Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 11-12-06 Location: Des Moines, Iowa	Brother Bacon - Go to Brethren Sales & Ventures - Find Plowboys - order. Or find any post by Plowboy (Todd) - click - send a PM. Todd will get back to ya. __________________ 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.

09-10-2008, 05:44 AM	#8
Norcoredneck somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-11-06 Location: Norco, Ca.	I here this is a hot new place to buy rubs. http://www.greatlakesbbqsupply.com/ __________________ *Low and Slow.....* *The Prontologist is in...* *Ok let's see your Butt!*

09-10-2008, 06:51 AM	#10
HolySmoke is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 09-14-07 Location: Long Island Name/Nickname : Jobaba-Que	HeadCountry is good also.... __________________ -Joe Out of the Ashes BBQ Team "Keeping the Bar in Barbecue" JC'S BAR-B-QUE & CATERING http://www.jcbbq.com LANG 84-Deluxe warmer, Webber Kettle 18WSM & 22.5WSM, Smokey Joe, Meadow Creek PR60, Meadow Creek PR72, Backwoods Fatboy (2x)

09-10-2008, 07:09 AM	#11
bowhnter Babbling Farker Join Date: 12-05-06 Location: Van Alstyne TX Name/Nickname : Mike	Sucklebusters Hoochie Mama and Hog Waller are pretty good too. __________________ Mike Primo Oval XL Grilla Silverbac Weber kettle 22” and 26” Weber Genesis Blackstone 22 and 36 Weber Jumbo Joe for the RV Ooni Pro Pizza Oven Join us for the South East Bash in Lebanon, Tn. May 4, 2024 https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...p=drivesdk)%5D Bash planning thread here https://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/s...d.php?t=305951

09-10-2008, 07:29 AM	#12
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09-10-2008, 08:07 AM	#13
Smokinrubcom Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-01-08 Location: Huntsville,Alabama	You can purchase BBQ rub and steak seasoning from my website - www.smokinrub.com. Have been in business for a month or so and have already sold several bottles of each. Mike Whisante __________________ SmokinRub.com - Give our rubs a try :)find us on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/smokinrub

09-10-2008, 09:29 AM	#15
ssbbqguy is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 10-09-07 Location: carthage,mo.	Slabs, Plowboy's, Smokin Guns, Head Country,and one of my longtime favorites,Obie-Cue from Texas. All are exellent products with great people behind them. Call any of them and you'll be happy. Steve.

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