Reverse Flow vs Vertical

itjag121 · 02-28-2015, 07:43 PM

Hello Everybody!
New Guy Here, Currently using WSM and Guru Wifi. I am on the verge like if Humphreys would have been answering their phones on Friday I would have ordered a Battle box. Then while overthinking my purchase I started to look at other pits that I had ruled out(mostly due to price) and thought maybe I will spend some more money.

Here is my issue, as stated using a WSM now and upgrading to insulated cabinet smoker. The manufactures don't always come out and say this is reverse or not and its sometimes not that apparent. I know if I ask which is better I will get various answers depending on the person.

So!! is there any major disadvantage to using a plain vertical vs a reverse flow?

The two Pits on the docket are:
Humphreys-Battle Box
or
Lone Star Grillz-Mini Insulated Vertical Smoker

More about me and cooking style, I would say 70% of the time when cooking butts or brisket it will be at high heat 325-350 using water in the pan.

IamMadMan · 02-28-2015, 08:18 PM

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Welcome to the forum itjag121, glad to have you join us and hopefully take part in the other forums. Smokinit, a Humphrey's saleman is on this board. You can click on the link to contact him. http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/pr...o=newpm&u=4169. As far as they type of smoker, you should do your homework to see what best fits your personal needs.

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I hope to see you in the "Q-Talk" forum soon. You'll find help on almost every topic from cooking your first Pork Butt to curing and smoking your own ham and bacon.

If you can't find the topic you need help with, or have questions about a specific topic, just start a new thread in the related forum.

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J&B'sBBQ · 02-28-2015, 08:51 PM

Welcome!!! You will probably find more traction on your question if you post it in the "Q-Talk" section of the forum.

We have an insulated gravity fed, Southern Q, and we love it! Good luck with your search!

itjag121 · 02-28-2015, 08:57 PM

yeah. just getting the hang of the differant forums. found out after 3 posts where I should post this stuff.

thanks

cowgirl · 02-28-2015, 10:38 PM

Welcome to the Brethren!

Blythewood BBQ'er · 02-28-2015, 11:33 PM

Welcome to the Brethren!

BigBobBQ · 03-01-2015, 02:36 AM

Welcome to the Brethren!! There is a wealth of knowledge and experience amung the members. If you have a BBQ or cooking related obsession or hobby this is the place to be. Sit back, soak up the knowledge and jump in there and be sure to share yours as well. If you can't find or get an answer to the question here then there is probably not an answer available.

JDM46 · 03-01-2015, 07:16 AM

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bluetang · 03-01-2015, 11:59 AM

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BBQ_MAFIA · 03-01-2015, 03:13 PM

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jakel · 03-04-2015, 05:57 PM

Welcome to the Brethren !

02-28-2015, 07:43 PM	#1
itjag121 Found some matches. Join Date: 01-27-15 Location: North Mankato, MN	Reverse Flow vs Vertical Hello Everybody! New Guy Here, Currently using WSM and Guru Wifi. I am on the verge like if Humphreys would have been answering their phones on Friday I would have ordered a Battle box. Then while overthinking my purchase I started to look at other pits that I had ruled out(mostly due to price) and thought maybe I will spend some more money. Here is my issue, as stated using a WSM now and upgrading to insulated cabinet smoker. The manufactures don't always come out and say this is reverse or not and its sometimes not that apparent. I know if I ask which is better I will get various answers depending on the person. So!! is there any major disadvantage to using a plain vertical vs a reverse flow? The two Pits on the docket are: Humphreys-Battle Box or Lone Star Grillz-Mini Insulated Vertical Smoker More about me and cooking style, I would say 70% of the time when cooking butts or brisket it will be at high heat 325-350 using water in the pan.

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02-28-2015, 08:18 PM	#2
IamMadMan somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-30-11 Location: Pemberton, New Jersey	. Welcome to the forum itjag121, glad to have you join us and hopefully take part in the other forums. Smokinit, a Humphrey's saleman is on this board. You can click on the link to contact him. http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/pr...o=newpm&u=4169. As far as they type of smoker, you should do your homework to see what best fits your personal needs. We don't have a lot of rules here other than spam and advertising are not permitted, the rest is just common sense, courtesy, and mutual respect for one another. You'll find a great group of people here with a willingness to help and guide you, regardless of of how simple or how complicated you think your question may be. You'll also find that there are many ways to achieve great food, there is no single "cookie cutter" method as some have been conditioned to think. You'll just have to try a few different methods and soon you'll master the way that works best for you. We'll be here to guide you and answer your questions as you begin your journey into smoking and BBQ. Pretty soon you'll go from asking questions to posting pictures of your progress, and we will all share in your experience as true Brethren. We have many different forums here.... Below are just a few of them. For discussion on BBQ/Smoking related topics, we have the "Q-Talk" Forum. This is a good starting point for all new Brethren. For those who are interested in competing, We have a "Competition BBQ" forum. We also have a "Catering, Food Handling and Awareness" and "Catering, Vending and Cooking For The Masses". We also have a trading forum where members can trade sauces and rubs available from different areas around our country. For general non BBQ related talk we also have "The Wood Pile" forum. I hope to see you in the "Q-Talk" forum soon. You'll find help on almost every topic from cooking your first Pork Butt to curing and smoking your own ham and bacon. If you can't find the topic you need help with, or have questions about a specific topic, just start a new thread in the related forum. There are many members with years of experience that are willing to answer your questions and share their knowledge to guide you in the right direction. Collectively there is a wealth of experience and knowledge among the membership, including you. Don't be afraid to jump in there and share your knowledge and your experiences as well. .

02-28-2015, 08:57 PM	#4
itjag121 Found some matches. Join Date: 01-27-15 Location: North Mankato, MN	yeah. just getting the hang of the differant forums. found out after 3 posts where I should post this stuff. thanks

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