About 2 weeks ago I had an epiphany. Athough guests always complimented my grilled steak and chicken, there was simply more to bbq/grilling than my $200 charboil gas grill was capable of delivering.
I dragged my grill to the curb, posted a "free for the taking" ad in Craigslist, and headed off to buy a 22.5" Weber kettle premium. Before I even assembled it, I placed an order for a Slow n Sear. After I assembled that porcelain enamel beauty, I had only the slightest wisp of remorse that I didn't have the funds to buy a new PBC as well, but I quickly reassured myself that the Weber kettle was simply more versatile and practical, and would be capable tool that it would take many years to master.
The next day, a gentleman moving to Chicago listed a PBC on craigslist for $200. It was well taken care of and came with the cover, turkey hanger, and a full 2.5lb bag of the PBC All Purpose Rub. Seemed like a heck of deal to me.
I'm in BBQ heaven. I'm doing the best grilling/smoking that I've ever done in my life! I was equally delighted to find this forum full of likeminded folks and the wealth of experience that they share. Now I'm looking forward to cooking all sorts of things that were always out of my league (brisket, ribs, etc).