BKING!
is Blowin Smoke!
Yeah It seems that way
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=G2KCfzsO3So
I found a reverse sear vid. Does a respectable job still though considering how little time there was between flips
The Official Pellet Grill Smoker thread.
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Yeah It seems that way
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=G2KCfzsO3So
I found a reverse sear vid. Does a respectable job still though considering how little time there was between flips
rwalters
Quintessential Chatty Farker
I guess after adding a Slow n Sear to my kettle, nothing seems to sear well anymore... lol. The SnS/kettle setup is insanely hot!!!
TexasRT
Full Fledged Farker
First cook on the new Mak 1 Star. Sorry no pics.
There is definitely a learning curve when going to a pellet grill after using a charcoal grill. Todays first cook consisted of bacon wrapped stuffed jalapeños, cajun chicken sausage, boudin, homemade Mac and cheese and grilled/smoked chicken. In the end everything came out really good. After playing with temps and the flame zone, the chicken came out very moist with almost crispy bite thru skin. I am happy with the outcome and look forward to getting more practice on the new grill.
There is definitely a learning curve when going to a pellet grill after using a charcoal grill. Todays first cook consisted of bacon wrapped stuffed jalapeños, cajun chicken sausage, boudin, homemade Mac and cheese and grilled/smoked chicken. In the end everything came out really good. After playing with temps and the flame zone, the chicken came out very moist with almost crispy bite thru skin. I am happy with the outcome and look forward to getting more practice on the new grill.
rwalters
Quintessential Chatty Farker
Yep, as with any new cooker...gotta learn it [emoji4]
Once you get a handle on the MAK (shouldn’t take long), you are in for some easy/delicious cooking! I think there is also a transition for many people as far as flavor when moving from charcoal to pellets. I have come to absolutely love the flavor of pellet cooked food [emoji39]
Oh yeah, and as you already mentioned, the moisture!!!
BKING!
is Blowin Smoke!
Yep I’m a total pellet convert now. Which kinda sucks since they’re pretty much the most expensive cooker per sq inch. Why can’t I be a kettle head instead lol
TexasRT
Full Fledged Farker
Yes a definite difference in the flavor profile, but in a good way. Everyone liked the taste.
rwalters
Quintessential Chatty Farker
NYC ‘Que
is one Smokin' Farker
Happy Monday buddy, excited for you! Don’t forget to show us some pics
Thank you sir! There will be plenty of pics!
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NYC ‘Que
is one Smokin' Farker
This might be the best Made in USA product I’ve ever owned. Even the included tools were made here. The hardware, construction, grates, all exceeded my expectations. I’m soooo glad I didn’t go with RecTec. Doing the burn in now.
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rwalters
Quintessential Chatty Farker
Congrats buddy! You are in for many many years of fantastic eats from that smokin’ machine
electron_si
is one Smokin' Farker
That is a sweet rig.
I posted another thread but I got a buddy who is working on buying a GMG right now. With Black Friday pricing his Jim Bowie WiFi will only be $100 more than I paid for my lil Tex that was on clearance at Ace for Father’s Day
I posted another thread but I got a buddy who is working on buying a GMG right now. With Black Friday pricing his Jim Bowie WiFi will only be $100 more than I paid for my lil Tex that was on clearance at Ace for Father’s Day
NYC ‘Que
is one Smokin' Farker
Oh.... yes one person can assemble the 1 Star alone relatively easily. Just make sure you lock the casters before you attempt to lift it upright or you might...ummm....go for a little ride into your other smoker.
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TexasRT
Full Fledged Farker
Congrats, they are impressive
SeminoleCooker
Found some matches.
Hello,
Long time follower of this site and I appreciate all the valuable information that is provided.
I have read quite a bit on this site and others and have narrowed my choices down to 3 or 4. The Rec Tec Stampede, GMG Jim Bowie, Yoder 640 or a MAK 1 star. I didn't know much about the Mak before reading on this site.
The main reason for the GMG is due to the wifi as well as the black Friday special that is running. The Rec Tec seems to be a better smoker than the GMG, but with the understanding that both are imports. Of the two which one would be a better value?
I have also looked at the Yoder's and am impressed with the quality, with the drawback that it doesn't have a wifi enabled controller. The MAK looks nice, but seems very small in comparison and not as well built.
I know these had been debated at nauseum but would appreciate any insight to consider before making a purchase.
Long time follower of this site and I appreciate all the valuable information that is provided.
I have read quite a bit on this site and others and have narrowed my choices down to 3 or 4. The Rec Tec Stampede, GMG Jim Bowie, Yoder 640 or a MAK 1 star. I didn't know much about the Mak before reading on this site.
The main reason for the GMG is due to the wifi as well as the black Friday special that is running. The Rec Tec seems to be a better smoker than the GMG, but with the understanding that both are imports. Of the two which one would be a better value?
I have also looked at the Yoder's and am impressed with the quality, with the drawback that it doesn't have a wifi enabled controller. The MAK looks nice, but seems very small in comparison and not as well built.
I know these had been debated at nauseum but would appreciate any insight to consider before making a purchase.
gtsum
Babbling Farker
Mak and Yoder are far and away better built cookers than the other 2 if that matters to you?
Joshw
Babbling Farker
I love my Yoder, and can't imagine replacing it. Wifi was not important to me. After a year, I still don't feel the need for it. If I had wanted wifi, I would have bought a Mak. To me, Yoder and Mak are the cream of the crop, when it comes to pellet smokers. You can put Memphis in the list, if you are wanting a pellet grill. If it was down to Green Mountain, and Rec-tec, I would go Rec-Tec. Seen a lot of complaints about the larger GM's, and the Davy Crockett is too small from me. Several People on here have bought smoke daddy's lately, and they seem to be a well priced unit. You also have Assassin, Pitts and Spitts, and Blazin Grill Works. All of which I would consider over a rec-tec. There are a lot of happy rec tec owners though, so you will probably be happy with anything you choose.
SeminoleCooker
Found some matches.
Thank you for the insight. I'd ideally like to stay below around $1,800 if possible. Do you use the grilling option on your Yoder and has that met your expectations?
Joshw
Babbling Farker
Yes, I don't grill much, but I use it for reverse sear regularly. It can certainly grill very well though. I think all the ones I mentioned were in your price range. Pitts and Spitts would be close. Smoke Daddy is well below your range. You need the optional 2 piece diffuser, to make it a great grill though.
