Another turn-in question

Slamdunkpro · 02-01-2011, 08:42 AM

The use of insulated containers:

Over the last couple of years I've seen a trend for teams to use some type of insulated container to try to retain heat in their turn in box during the walk to turn ins. At first it was mostly side opening pizza carriers, now you see more and more custom fit multi fold multi layer packages that the competitor has to set down on the table and unwrap like they are exposing the Star of Kashmir. These can create a real bottleneck at the turn in table and in turn, slow down the entire judging cycle.

Should there be a requirement that the box needs to be naked by the time the competitor gets to the table?

musicmanryann · 02-01-2011, 08:56 AM

I have never done a turn-in and my team doesn't use one, so I cannot be a judge of how big of an issue this is. Perhaps an easy solution would be to have a separate table to the side, but near the turn-in table for people to unwrap their 'Star of Kashmir' (hilarious btw) and then get in line? Just a thought.

HoDeDo · 02-01-2011, 08:59 AM

If you are in line at the table, you are fine from a time perspective. If there is a line, it could nudge someone elses box, or your own if you are trying to un-box it before you hit the table.

I don't think it should be a "requirement", but sure it would be a nice to have. Personally, I would rather see those soft side 9x9 folding carriers, than the big two wide vinyl pizza carriers that eat up more table space, and side load...

Slamdunkpro · 02-01-2011, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HoDeDo

If you are in line at the table, you are fine from a time perspective. If there is a line, it could nudge someone elses box, or your own if you are trying to un-box it before you hit the table.

I don't think it should be a "requirement", but sure it would be a nice to have. Personally, I would rather see those soft side 9x9 folding carriers, than the big two wide vinyl pizza carriers that eat up more table space, and side load...

From what I've seen most of the side load pizza carrier types hold the bag in one hand, pop the side, reach in, pull out their box and place it on the table. The carrier never gets set down.

When you have multiple people with unwrap type boxes, the competitors who've turned in before them can suffer as their food sits longer. This is more the case in the pork and brisket categories since the sort and distribute process gets more complicated.

smoque shack · 02-01-2011, 11:22 AM

where can one get a "star of kashmir" folding carrier?

Alexa RnQ · 02-01-2011, 11:34 AM

Those type of carriers aren't used as much out here, so we haven't seen much clogging at the turn-in table because of them. We've never used one.

Sounds like yet another situation where some simple courtesy on the part of the teams would go a long way toward fixing the problem where it exists.

Balls Casten · 02-01-2011, 12:34 PM

We use a four fold carrier at the larger contests or if we have a long walk. I dont think it keeps the food any warmer, but the ability to carry in one hand and open a door or keep someone from bumping into you has been a big help.

Somebody's wife made some real nice ones.

KC_Bobby · 02-01-2011, 01:00 PM

Never used one. But I did get a pork entry to the table 5 minutes fast one time. Took off my apron and covered the box while I talked to the reps until the clock hit 12:55.

monty3777 · 02-01-2011, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by KC_Bobby

Never used one. But I did get a pork entry to the table 5 minutes fast one time. Took off my apron and covered the box while I talked to the reps until the clock hit 12:55.

how did you do?

KC_Bobby · 02-01-2011, 07:06 PM

It did pretty good. It happened at the GAB Invite this year.

ModelMaker · 02-01-2011, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by KC_Bobby

It did pretty good. It happened at the GAB Invite this year.

Now if you could just get that other guy to leave a smidge earlier.
Ed
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swamprb · 02-02-2011, 07:28 AM

I am starting to see a lot more grocers offering insulated shopping bags for sale. Took a look a some and for $1.99 they would be great for running turn in boxes.

02-01-2011, 08:42 AM	#1
Slamdunkpro Babbling Farker Join Date: 02-27-07 Location: Northern VA	Another turn-in question The use of insulated containers: Over the last couple of years I've seen a trend for teams to use some type of insulated container to try to retain heat in their turn in box during the walk to turn ins. At first it was mostly side opening pizza carriers, now you see more and more custom fit multi fold multi layer packages that the competitor has to set down on the table and unwrap like they are exposing the Star of Kashmir. These can create a real bottleneck at the turn in table and in turn, slow down the entire judging cycle. Should there be a requirement that the box needs to be naked by the time the competitor gets to the table? __________________ Aporkalypse Now Competition BBQ team Thanks to our sponsors: Wusthof Trident USA, Creekstone Farms, Myron Mixon Smokers & The BBQ Guru MABA 2014 Team of the Year Spicewine Tandem - "The Beast", 2 Vulcan V33's & 1 V9 Brinkman modified upright, Weber Kettle(s); Meadow Creek Pr-24, Super Stealth Mode black & Night Vision Red Thermopens ----------------- MABA - (Mid Atlantic BBQ Association) President KCBS Certified Judge - #23289

02-01-2011, 08:56 AM	#2
musicmanryann is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 06-11-08 Location: Ames, Iowa	I have never done a turn-in and my team doesn't use one, so I cannot be a judge of how big of an issue this is. Perhaps an easy solution would be to have a separate table to the side, but near the turn-in table for people to unwrap their 'Star of Kashmir' (hilarious btw) and then get in line? Just a thought. __________________ Big T'z Q Cru Championship BBQ Team CBJ #50801 6 WSM's 2 Weber Kettles FEC100 2 Backwoods Fatboy 2 Not-so-Ugly Drum Smokers from Gateway BBQ Store [URL="http://s674.photobucket.com/albums/vv102/Ryannewstrom/Jambo%20--%20The%20Orange%20Monster/"]Jambo -- The Orange Monster[/URL] [URL="http://www.bigtzbbq.com/#!__main/links"]www.bigtzbbq.com[/URL] Join our [URL="http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=logo#/group.php?gid=101606657515&ref=ts"]facebook group[/URL]

02-01-2011, 08:59 AM	#3
HoDeDo Babbling Farker Join Date: 02-19-06 Location: Kansas City	If you are in line at the table, you are fine from a time perspective. If there is a line, it could nudge someone elses box, or your own if you are trying to un-box it before you hit the table. I don't think it should be a "requirement", but sure it would be a nice to have. Personally, I would rather see those soft side 9x9 folding carriers, than the big two wide vinyl pizza carriers that eat up more table space, and side load... __________________ Andy /Smoke on Wheels Competition BBQ - www.smokeonwheels.com

02-01-2011, 11:22 AM	#5
smoque shack Is lookin for wood to cook with. Join Date: 01-09-11 Location: dublin tx.	where can one get a "star of kashmir" folding carrier? __________________ Smoque Shack BBQ - Lake City, Colorado,- FEC 500, 2009 harley ultra classic

02-01-2011, 11:34 AM	#6
Alexa RnQ is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 09-12-07 Location: the Ninth Ring of Hell, cleverly disguised as Phoenix	Those type of carriers aren't used as much out here, so we haven't seen much clogging at the turn-in table because of them. We've never used one. Sounds like yet another situation where some simple courtesy on the part of the teams would go a long way toward fixing the problem where it exists. __________________ . Don't practice until you get it right; practice until you can't get it wrong. Don't overthink or undercook. [url=http://www.rhythmnque.com]Rhythm 'n QUE[/url]

02-01-2011, 12:34 PM	#7
Balls Casten is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 01-04-09 Location: Johnston, Ia	We use a four fold carrier at the larger contests or if we have a long walk. I dont think it keeps the food any warmer, but the ability to carry in one hand and open a door or keep someone from bumping into you has been a big help. Somebody's wife made some real nice ones. __________________ Specialization in bipolar, self-injury, and OCD

02-01-2011, 01:00 PM	#8
KC_Bobby Babbling Farker Join Date: 05-03-07 Location: Olathe KS	Never used one. But I did get a pork entry to the table 5 minutes fast one time. Took off my apron and covered the box while I talked to the reps until the clock hit 12:55. __________________ Boondoggle BBQ Country Smokers 450 Weber Smokey Mountain 18" Proud KCBS Member & Certified Judge

02-01-2011, 07:06 PM	#10
KC_Bobby Babbling Farker Join Date: 05-03-07 Location: Olathe KS	It did pretty good. It happened at the GAB Invite this year. __________________ Boondoggle BBQ Country Smokers 450 Weber Smokey Mountain 18" Proud KCBS Member & Certified Judge

02-02-2011, 07:28 AM	#12
swamprb somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 10-27-06 Location: Bothell WA	I am starting to see a lot more grocers offering insulated shopping bags for sale. Took a look a some and for $1.99 they would be great for running turn in boxes. __________________ 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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