2008 Winter Burn Off Des Plains Illinois..2/10

tonto1117 · Jan 5, 2008

Was wondering if anyone is planning on this one or competed in last's years.......whatcha think Bubba and Crewe?? Make it a early start???

Found this on the Illionois BBQ Society Site :

2008 Winter Burn-Off...Mark Your Calendars
The date is finally set. The 2008 Winter Burn-Off, in Des Plaines, is going to happen on Sunday, February 10th at the River Rand Bowling Alley. They had 18 teams last year, already have their Illinois Proclamation from the Governor, and will be shooting to make this fun contest a Jack Daniels Invitational Qualifier.
According to contest organizer Keith Engstrom (KRE Smokers), they are looking for certified judges and will again be using this cook friendly contest as a fundraiser for Albinism.

"So bowling, beer and cooking what more could anyone want?" - Keith Engstrom

To sign up for this contest (cooks and/or judges) contact Keith at
rekengstr@ameritech.net .

Bbq Bubba · Jan 5, 2008

So ya wanna go to Illinois and pick on the "A-team" again???? :wink:
It would be nice to get that Jack invite outta the way early this year!!

tonto1117 · Jan 5, 2008

Bbq Bubba said:
So ya wanna go to Illinois and pick on the "A-team" again???? :wink:
It would be nice to get that Jack invite outta the way early this year!!

LOL...That's what I love about ya Bubba...if were gonna dream, we might as well dream big...:wink::mrgreen::mrgreen:

Scottie · Jan 5, 2008

We may have the entire A-Team there, as we had some plans for an annual meeting for that Saturday. The good news, we would all be tired. But we all work good under pressure...

tonto1117 · Jan 5, 2008

Scottie said:
We may have the entire A-Team there, as we had some plans for an annual meeting for that Saturday. The good news, we would all be tired. But we all work good under pressure...

:eusa_clap:icon_smil:eusa_clap:icon_smil...OK, as long as ya'll promise to be really tired...lol. Hey maybe we can get some shigging in...:shock::shock::mrgreen:

ggriffi · Jan 5, 2008

Thinking hard about this one, should have my PCC seasoned and ready to go........

BanditBBQ · Jan 5, 2008

It'll be a good one...

I cooked it last year...had a great time, met a lot of good people, and didn't freeze too badly.

Just to make sure you know...It is NOT a KCBS event. It IS a State Championship, they're working to make it a Jack Qualifier, and will have a lot of heavy hitters both cooking and judging.

Although I probably won't be able to make the contest this year (my bride and I will be celebrating our anniversary on that date), I would HIGHLY recommend doing it. If you're considering...sign-up early...space in the parking lot will be limited.

Carpe 'Que,
Jim Rhino

tonto1117 · Jan 5, 2008

BanditBBQ said:
I cooked it last year...had a great time, met a lot of good people, and didn't freeze too badly.

Just to make sure you know...It is NOT a KCBS event. It IS a State Championship, they're working to make it a Jack Qualifier, and will have a lot of heavy hitters both cooking and judging.

Although I probably won't be able to make the contest this year (my bride and I will be celebrating our anniversary on that date), I would HIGHLY recommend doing it. If you're considering...sign-up early...space in the parking lot will be limited.

Carpe 'Que,
Jim Rhino

Hi Jim, thanks for the heads up about the "Not a KCBS event". I edited my first post in which I stated I thought it was. Me bad....still sounds like a fun but cold time!!!

BanditBBQ · Jan 5, 2008

tonto1117 said:
Hi Jim, thanks for the heads up about the "Not a KCBS event". I edited my first post in which I stated I thought it was. Me bad....still sounds like a fun but cold time!!!

I think the windchill last year was around -19, but was a beautiful, sunny day! I had on several layers, but didn't have to wear the coveralls I took...turned out to be a very nice day.

Carpe 'Que,
Jim

Ron_L · Jan 6, 2008

I'm still thinking about cooking this one solo. That day is my birthday and if I can get everyone to agree to let me win as a birthday present then I'll definitely cook

Seriously, I would love to cook this one. I've tried to make it the last two years but ran into obstacles both times. This year it depends on what the family has in store for me :-D

BanditBBQ · Jan 6, 2008

It's your day...

Just tell the family you'd like do the Burn-Off for your birthday and see if it works.

stlgreg · Jan 6, 2008

Scottie said:
We may have the entire A-Team there, as we had some plans for an annual meeting for that Saturday. The good news, we would all be tired. But we all work good under pressure...

You wont be tired enough for me!

Bill-Chicago · Jan 7, 2008

Ron_L said:
That day is my birthday

Incoming!

billm · Jan 30, 2008

Ill be judging..wondering if any of the Brethren have decided to cook in this?

tonto1117 · Jan 30, 2008

Were gonna head over and judge.To cold to cook for my blood, plus the coach is winterized and it's to soon to pull it out. See ya'll there.

billm · Jan 30, 2008

tonto1117 said:
Were gonna head over and judge.To cold to cook for my blood, plus the coach is winterized and it's to soon to pull it out. See ya'll there.

see ya in the WARM judging room

Scottie · Jan 30, 2008

Big sissy's... I mean, I'll at least be out in my heated RV... 8)

See you up there...

Scottie

billm · Jan 30, 2008

Scottie said:
Big sissy's... I mean, I'll at least be out in my heated RV... 8)

See you up there...

Scottie

call it what you will Scottie..you know me .. im freezing at the end of august!!!:grin:

tonto1117 · Jan 30, 2008

Yep, I'm a big sissy:grin:. If it's anything like the weather is here today(-15 to -20 with windchill) I pity the poor soul who doesn't have a heated RV.:eusa_clap

Were planning on heading up on Sat and staying in Rosemont. Any good restaurant suggestions besides the hotel??

Thanks

Scottie · Jan 30, 2008

There's a bunch of the good steak places up in Rosemont. Cause it's close to O'Hare... If you want specifics, let me know... Or what you will be in the mood for...

Scottie

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