I started on WSM's a few years ago, then transitioned to a KJ Big Joe. I haven't used the KJ to its versatility potential (grilling, baking, etc.), so I'm in the market for a dedicated smoker. My first thought was that an insulated vertical would be natural progression, but something about a quality offset, like a Jambo Backyard, has my interest.
A couple of my concerns are:
A couple of my concerns are:
- Fire maintenance. I'm used to long periods of time between adjustments. From what I've read, even a quality offset will likely require tending every 45min or so? This isn't a deal-breaker, rather something I'll just have to decide if I want to commit to.
- Cleaning. In the past, I have preferred to cook over a drip pan. Is there a way to keep an offset relatively clean?