Howdy from Oklahoma.
I got my first smoker a little over a year ago, and I'm hooked. I started with an offset smoker, the New Braunfels Hondo Deluxe. Didn't know much about smokers when I bought it. Now that I know more, I'm thinking of trying a gas smoker. It's too hard to control the temp in the ever-changing Oklahoma weather and wind on my offset. Part of the problem is, it is not put together very well. Too many gaps and spaces for airtight chambers. I have tried a few mods that help some, but not enough to feel comfortable about walking away for more than a few minutes. Anyone else out there smokin with a New Braunfels or comparable offset smoker? If so, I welcome any tips.
Also, those of you who have expertise with propane units, I am looking for advice on purchasing a good, sturdy one. There are times when I love spending the entire day fiddling with my offset pit, trying to keep the temp and smoke just right. There are other times when I long for a smoker I can set up and walk away for a while without having to worry about it. I have read many reviews on a Great Outdoors Smoky Mountain, some good and some bad. I'm thinking this is about what I want to try, so let me know what you think.
I'm looking forward to hearing from you all.
I see smoke rings in my sleep!
SeenRed
I got my first smoker a little over a year ago, and I'm hooked. I started with an offset smoker, the New Braunfels Hondo Deluxe. Didn't know much about smokers when I bought it. Now that I know more, I'm thinking of trying a gas smoker. It's too hard to control the temp in the ever-changing Oklahoma weather and wind on my offset. Part of the problem is, it is not put together very well. Too many gaps and spaces for airtight chambers. I have tried a few mods that help some, but not enough to feel comfortable about walking away for more than a few minutes. Anyone else out there smokin with a New Braunfels or comparable offset smoker? If so, I welcome any tips.
Also, those of you who have expertise with propane units, I am looking for advice on purchasing a good, sturdy one. There are times when I love spending the entire day fiddling with my offset pit, trying to keep the temp and smoke just right. There are other times when I long for a smoker I can set up and walk away for a while without having to worry about it. I have read many reviews on a Great Outdoors Smoky Mountain, some good and some bad. I'm thinking this is about what I want to try, so let me know what you think.
I'm looking forward to hearing from you all.
I see smoke rings in my sleep!
SeenRed