Where to buy pellets?

SamSmoker · 11-05-2009, 02:32 PM

Just wondering if anyone has found a good online source to purchase wood pellets from. I have a Country Smoker and absolutely love it (as do all of my neighbors). The only local supplier of pellets is a higher end fireplace dealer that charges full price for traeger pellets.

I've ordered from cookinpellets and like the pellets, it's just the dang shipping is so high.

Any recommendations? Also, anyone found heating pellets with food grade binders/lube?

OakPit · 11-05-2009, 02:41 PM

Have you googled: Treager, FEC or Louisiana Dealers?

rcubed3r · 11-05-2009, 03:02 PM

Call Candy:
http://www.bbqrsdelight.com/contact.html

Order 400 or more pounds for freight rate.
It is WELL worth it.

Ron

Plowboy · 11-05-2009, 03:09 PM

Talk to Candy about local dealers to you. Great pellets!

Also talk to Stuart at Cookshack about the new pellets that he's coming out with. They're available, but I don't think he's done a big marketing push on them yet. Probably only get them from Cookshack.

Best bet is to find local dealers. Shipping can get expensive, but a good price may offset the freight.

Also, call Bobby at www.kck.com. Tell him Plowboy sent you and see if he can work you a deal. He carries a couple of different brands.

SmokinOkie · 11-05-2009, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Plowboy

Also talk to Stuart at Cookshack about the new pellets that he's coming out with.

What? He told me it was a secret... and he told you? Next thing you know he'll be giving you a charboiler.... oh wait, he already did

Yes, CS will no longer be vending those @#$%@#$ Traeger Pellets. The new pellets will be the blended/hardwood variety.

I believe they'll be out for sale by Dec if not sooner.

Sam,

One thing to do is look on this forum and tell people that you're making a bulk buy of pellets. I know groups of guys that do this and split the shipping. And you'll find out who pellet guys are.

BBQSamYesIam · 11-06-2009, 08:31 AM

You may also want to check out if there is a Do It Best Hardware store or a Tractor Supply store in your area. They sell Somerset Oak pellets for heating, but Somerset uses all food grade lubricants in their processing. They don't openly advertise them for cooking, but......they are $5-$6 for a 40 pound bag!!!!!! Both of these retail chains often substitute brands, so be sure to ask which brand they carry in the store. The website will say Somerset, but don't rely on it!!! I buy from cookinpellets and usually start out with them for the first couple of hours for the flavor on a low and slow cook and then use the oak pellets for the remainder of the cook.

All of that being said, I'm now going to slightly hijack your thread and ask about your country smoker! I have a CS-680, and am still having issues with wide temp ranges from end to end. The temps can vary by 40 degress from left to right, with the right side being the high end. I am also getting pretty hot temps in the extreme front and back from where the heat comes around the heat shield. Have you done any mods to improve your temperature consistency???

WineMaster · 11-06-2009, 11:02 AM

Anyone else use Summerset Pellets. I see that Lowes carries them and was thinking of trying them.

Dan

BBQSamYesIam · 11-06-2009, 12:46 PM

Here is a link that has a lengthy debate about "heating" pellets versus "cooking" pellets http://pelletheads.com/index.php?act...ge;topic=409.0

The_Kapn · 11-06-2009, 03:37 PM

I have bought pellets from almost every source out there.

For me, the most consistant supplier is Candy Sue at BBQ'r Delight.
I actually prefer the pure ones (non blended) from Cooking Pellets,
but Chris's supply is too "iffy" to count on.

I bought several orders from Candy Sue to test them.
Cost about $1.25 plus per pound.
Worth it---but......

Yesterday, I ordered 400 # and paid less than 65 cents per pound with shipping!!!!
80# Mesquite, 120# Hickory, and 200# Cherry.

That will get me through 2010 about right.

It is amazing how many pounds you use with comps, recreational, and other cooking.

Just my experience.

TIM

Scottie · 11-06-2009, 03:42 PM

Don't even mess with it. Contact Candy and order her BBQr's Delight. Best pellets going out there!!!

jawquin · 11-08-2009, 09:48 PM

I have been using Somerset pellets for the last few months. They are mostly oak and they use veggie oil for lube in equipment. GREAT pellets. I bought 10 bags and should have bought a ton. I have smoked some with Pro Pellets too. They work well but I prefer the Somersets.

kurtsara · 11-09-2009, 07:46 AM

Here is where I get mine $55.00 for 60lbs shipped to your house

http://www.traegeroutlet.com/traeger_pellets

KC_Bobby · 11-09-2009, 08:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jawquin

I have been using Somerset pellets for the last few months. They are mostly oak and they use veggie oil for lube in equipment. GREAT pellets. I bought 10 bags and should have bought a ton. I have smoked some with Pro Pellets too. They work well but I prefer the Somersets.

Are those food safe? From the little I've read about Summerset, they seem to be produces for heating.

FatBoyz · 11-09-2009, 08:38 AM

here is where i et chit for my opinion... pellets are pellets read them thay all have addler for fillers witch s a chit wood... food grade pellets meens that there not pressed in a stanless enviroment. there are 2 brands out there that are 1005 hard wood and are fine for use in cooking. and thay cost about 4 to 5 ucks for 40 lbs...this is just my opinion...

Jorge · 11-09-2009, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KC_Bobby

Are those food safe? From the little I've read about Summerset, they seem to be produces for heating.

I'll let ya know

11-05-2009, 02:32 PM	#1
SamSmoker Is lookin for wood to cook with. Join Date: 04-08-09 Location: Chapin, SC	Where to buy pellets? Just wondering if anyone has found a good online source to purchase wood pellets from. I have a Country Smoker and absolutely love it (as do all of my neighbors). The only local supplier of pellets is a higher end fireplace dealer that charges full price for traeger pellets. I've ordered from cookinpellets and like the pellets, it's just the dang shipping is so high. Any recommendations? Also, anyone found heating pellets with food grade binders/lube? __________________ WSM, Country Smoker CS-450, Member's Mark Gasser (aka Grand Hall), 55gal SS Homemade BBQ Grill

11-05-2009, 02:41 PM	#2
OakPit is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 03-17-09 Location: Stowe, VT	Have you googled: Treager, FEC or Louisiana Dealers? __________________ -Tim Traditional Santa Maria Pit Mini, Small, Medium & Large BGE Weber 22" OTS & 26" OTG & 18"WSM & WGA [COLOR="Red"]Each wearing custom handles from Marty Leach[/COLOR]

11-05-2009, 03:09 PM	#4
Plowboy somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 10-09-06 Location: Blue Springs, MO	Talk to Candy about local dealers to you. Great pellets! Also talk to Stuart at Cookshack about the new pellets that he's coming out with. They're available, but I don't think he's done a big marketing push on them yet. Probably only get them from Cookshack. Best bet is to find local dealers. Shipping can get expensive, but a good price may offset the freight. Also, call Bobby at www.kck.com. Tell him Plowboy sent you and see if he can work you a deal. He carries a couple of different brands. __________________ Pork Pullin Plowboys (and Smoke on Wheels) Save a hog, ride a plowboy! www.plowboysbbq.com Todd Johns (me); Blue Springs, MO Randy Hinck (PigBoy); Concordia, MO Andy Groneman (Hodedo); KC, KS (Cameo Appearances) FEC-500SS; FEC-100 (Right handed); FEC-100 (Left handed); Country Smoker Tailgater; Big Green Egg (2-large, small, mini); Cookshack Pellet Fired Charbroiler

11-06-2009, 11:02 AM	#7
WineMaster Babbling Farker Join Date: 01-16-07 Location: Southern MN	Anyone else use Summerset Pellets. I see that Lowes carries them and was thinking of trying them. Dan __________________ Dan MJH From Backyard Bomber BBQ -- Junior YS 640 Comp 22.5 Weber Kettle Blue Thermopen Comp Team Wine & Swine

11-06-2009, 03:37 PM	#9
The_Kapn Moderator Emeritus Join Date: 04-08-04 Location: Marianna, FL Name/Nickname : Tim	I have bought pellets from almost every source out there. For me, the most consistant supplier is Candy Sue at BBQ'r Delight. I actually prefer the pure ones (non blended) from Cooking Pellets, but Chris's supply is too "iffy" to count on. I bought several orders from Candy Sue to test them. Cost about $1.25 plus per pound. Worth it---but...... Yesterday, I ordered 400 # and paid less than 65 cents per pound with shipping!!!! 80# Mesquite, 120# Hickory, and 200# Cherry. That will get me through 2010 about right. It is amazing how many pounds you use with comps, recreational, and other cooking. Just my experience. TIM __________________ "Flirtin' with Disaster" BBQ Team (RETIRED) New Ninja Woodfired Grill for Christmas 2023

11-05-2009, 03:02 PM	#3
rcubed3r Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 09-03-08 Location: Salisbury, NC	Call Candy: http://www.bbqrsdelight.com/contact.html Order 400 or more pounds for freight rate. It is WELL worth it. Ron

11-06-2009, 08:31 AM	#6
BBQSamYesIam Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 08-09-09 Location: Plano, TX	You may also want to check out if there is a Do It Best Hardware store or a Tractor Supply store in your area. They sell Somerset Oak pellets for heating, but Somerset uses all food grade lubricants in their processing. They don't openly advertise them for cooking, but......they are $5-$6 for a 40 pound bag!!!!!! Both of these retail chains often substitute brands, so be sure to ask which brand they carry in the store. The website will say Somerset, but don't rely on it!!! I buy from cookinpellets and usually start out with them for the first couple of hours for the flavor on a low and slow cook and then use the oak pellets for the remainder of the cook. All of that being said, I'm now going to slightly hijack your thread and ask about your country smoker! I have a CS-680, and am still having issues with wide temp ranges from end to end. The temps can vary by 40 degress from left to right, with the right side being the high end. I am also getting pretty hot temps in the extreme front and back from where the heat comes around the heat shield. Have you done any mods to improve your temperature consistency???

11-06-2009, 12:46 PM	#8
BBQSamYesIam Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 08-09-09 Location: Plano, TX	Here is a link that has a lengthy debate about "heating" pellets versus "cooking" pellets http://pelletheads.com/index.php?act...ge;topic=409.0

11-06-2009, 03:42 PM	#10
Scottie Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 11-03-06 Location: Chi-Town	Don't even mess with it. Contact Candy and order her BBQr's Delight. Best pellets going out there!!! __________________ cancersuckschicago.com FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA BBQ TOUR Red Jambo one off FE 100 FEC 100 WSM Homer Simpson 22 " Weber Kettle Red 18 1/2" Weber Kettle Black 26 3/4" Weber Kettle

11-08-2009, 09:48 PM	#11
jawquin Got Wood. Join Date: 04-25-09 Location: Quincy, IN	I have been using Somerset pellets for the last few months. They are mostly oak and they use veggie oil for lube in equipment. GREAT pellets. I bought 10 bags and should have bought a ton. I have smoked some with Pro Pellets too. They work well but I prefer the Somersets.

11-09-2009, 07:46 AM	#12
kurtsara is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 07-27-07 Location: Minneapolis Name/Nickname : Hey you	Here is where I get mine $55.00 for 60lbs shipped to your house http://www.traegeroutlet.com/traeger_pellets

11-09-2009, 08:38 AM	#14
FatBoyz is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 09-16-07 Location: Mukwonago, Wi	here is where i et chit for my opinion... pellets are pellets read them thay all have addler for fillers witch s a chit wood... food grade pellets meens that there not pressed in a stanless enviroment. there are 2 brands out there that are 1005 hard wood and are fine for use in cooking. and thay cost about 4 to 5 ucks for 40 lbs...this is just my opinion... __________________ i feel i should say something profound .... so drink up the beers getting cold

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