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  1. boostnut

    want to try a standing rib roast

    I've been asked to consider smoking a standing rib roast for my family for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. I have very little experience smoking beef so I'm here looking for some guidance. I'd like it to have a very mild smoke flavor with a rub that appeals to everyone, not looking to take...
  2. boostnut

    New guy from central IL checking in

    Stopping in to introduce myself and compliment all on a great resource. I'm Aaron, 33 years old and I have a lot to learn about smoking. I had a brinkman vertical electric for a few years and never was impressed. My wife got me a Brinkman vertical gasser for christmas last year. I understand its...
  3. boostnut

    doing a small butt tomorrow

    Picked up a 6.25lb butt today and I'm considering smoking only half of it tomorrow (along with a slab of baby backs). Aside from cooking times, is there any difference in smoking a 3 pounder vs. a 6 pounder?
  4. boostnut

    chips too small?

    Took some shagbark hickory and introduced it to a jointer to make some small chips. I'm wondering if there is a general preference to chip size, mine are similar to those made with a chainsaw. I could easily use a chopsaw to cut some "cookies" and split them down but I'm not sure on which is...
  5. boostnut

    Brinkman from HD running too hot

    Ran a search for Brinkman and found very little info on this unit, mostly suggestions to steer clear and pay a little more for a gosm. Well, it was given to me as a gift and I'd really like to make it more functional. This unit runs 275-300 on low, too hot for my liking. I don't know what to...
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