southerngator
MemberGot rid of the matchlight.
- Joined
- Jun 12, 2012
- Location
- Stuart, Fl
Gentlemen,
I've searched for this on the forum, but mainly find comparisons between the Maverick 1250 and the ys640. I already know that I'm really wanting the ys1500 over the ys640 in a buy once cry once mentality, mainly because I could use the capacity a couple times a year and I love the looks of the 1500 on a comp cart and the 1250. I thought that I was dead set on the eventual purchase of a Yoder based on my research, but then I was turned onto Pitts and Spits.
It seems that ys1500 owners have more good things to say over the ys640 as a general assumption... More even heat, better baffle system based on their stick burner models, and they just look pretty awesome. No one seems to have complaints when stepping up to this model.
The Maverick 1250 is heavier gauge metal, racks that pull out, consistent temps with the PID controller, and I really like the appeal of the full stainless construction as I live in South Florida near the coast. (Although, I could be convinced to order the standard model to save the $$$)
I've looked at rec-tec, Memphis, MAK, Trager, GMG, etc. But, I don't particularly care for the way they look... Weird I know, but I just don't get excited looking at a MAK 1 or 2 star...I know they all will cook great, and I'm not putting them down, but they remind me of the cheap grills sitting outside home Depot when I look at the visual design.
I've turned out great food for years on my little Masterbuilt special from bass pro (close to 300lb last year). But, I want to step up my capacity instead of doing 3-4 cooks in a weekend. I was hoping that you guys could chime in and start a discussion that might help myself and others looking at these two models.
Intended use will be primarily smoking... One of the Weber's (22" kettle or propane when I'm lazy) is my go to for searing/grilling, and I picked up a Kamado Joe Big Joe II for Christmas that I'll be firing up as soon as I get around to building a table for it. One day I'll also add a Shirley 24x36 patio model for a stick burner. But for now, I'm looking at the convenience of a pellet smoker to make my cooks easier in the set and forget kinda way.
Thanks in advance!
I've searched for this on the forum, but mainly find comparisons between the Maverick 1250 and the ys640. I already know that I'm really wanting the ys1500 over the ys640 in a buy once cry once mentality, mainly because I could use the capacity a couple times a year and I love the looks of the 1500 on a comp cart and the 1250. I thought that I was dead set on the eventual purchase of a Yoder based on my research, but then I was turned onto Pitts and Spits.
It seems that ys1500 owners have more good things to say over the ys640 as a general assumption... More even heat, better baffle system based on their stick burner models, and they just look pretty awesome. No one seems to have complaints when stepping up to this model.
The Maverick 1250 is heavier gauge metal, racks that pull out, consistent temps with the PID controller, and I really like the appeal of the full stainless construction as I live in South Florida near the coast. (Although, I could be convinced to order the standard model to save the $$$)
I've looked at rec-tec, Memphis, MAK, Trager, GMG, etc. But, I don't particularly care for the way they look... Weird I know, but I just don't get excited looking at a MAK 1 or 2 star...I know they all will cook great, and I'm not putting them down, but they remind me of the cheap grills sitting outside home Depot when I look at the visual design.
I've turned out great food for years on my little Masterbuilt special from bass pro (close to 300lb last year). But, I want to step up my capacity instead of doing 3-4 cooks in a weekend. I was hoping that you guys could chime in and start a discussion that might help myself and others looking at these two models.
Intended use will be primarily smoking... One of the Weber's (22" kettle or propane when I'm lazy) is my go to for searing/grilling, and I picked up a Kamado Joe Big Joe II for Christmas that I'll be firing up as soon as I get around to building a table for it. One day I'll also add a Shirley 24x36 patio model for a stick burner. But for now, I'm looking at the convenience of a pellet smoker to make my cooks easier in the set and forget kinda way.
Thanks in advance!