Man, what a great thread! I've read through the whole thing. I've been in the market for a smoker that's competition worthy. I'm ready to put on my big girl panties and start competing. :clap2: I've done my homework, had settled on a Lang, but that whole "customer service" issue came in to play. So while I was WAITING PATIENTLY for a response after a third email and no returned phone call, a good buddy told me about Meadow Creek. I respect his opinion and he has seen both units in action and recommened the MC over the Lang. At that point I was getting frustrated with Lang :mad2: so started calling around looking for a MC TS120. Found a super nice guy in Sarasota, FL that had one with a couple of extras. Check is in the mail. :becky:
Just for the record, I don't think it's fair for someone to say this or that smoker is the best on the market, simply because they own it. If you haven't cooked on ALL of them then be quiet. Tell us how much you like yours and give some examples of why you like it so well. Be honest and share the good and the bad if there is any. I say that because I have made some bad choices in smokers, but it is what it is (think electric and pellet). I want old school, tending a fire most of the time. If I don't then I'll use my Primo XL, which, by the way, is a great unit. Is it better than BGE? I have no idea as I've never cooked on one. :laugh:
Thanks for all the great info!
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