New to all of this

[tomcat66]

Hi my name is Norm I'm from Pennsylvania. I started watching BBQ pit masters and thought it might be fun to try. I haven't bought a smoker yet still trying to decide which one to buy. I don't want to get one that cost to much in case this doesn't work out for me.

 

[s2k9k]

Hi Norm! :welcome1: to SMF!!! We're happy you found us! You've come to the right place, we have over 50,000 members who just love to share their experience and over 1,000,000 posts describing it! Yea that’s right over 1,000,000!

The search bar at the top can be your best friend when you are trying to find answers to your questions but you can still ask too if you want!

We have an Articles section that is full of great information about smoking to include a lot of recipes and instructionals. Check it out there is a lot to learn in there!

Would you do us a favor and add your location to your profile, it helps others to know where you are when they offer advice, Thanks!

You might want to check out Jeff's Free 5 day E-Course, it will teach you all the basics plus a whole lot more!

 

[tomcat66]

I'm looking at the
[h1]Dyna-Glo DGO1176BDC-D Charcoal Offset Smoker any thoughts on it[/h1]

 

[kathrynn]

 to SMF!  We are so glad you joined us!

If you didn't read the Terms of Service notes.....please do.  There are a few things that everyone should know about those pesky little rules before plunging into the forums. Rule #11......"Off Site Links are not allowed here at SMF" is something new. There are other simple guidelines for all of us to remember as we interact here.

If you need any help roaming around here in SMF....just give me a shout.  Happy to help any time!

Kat

 

[seenred]

Welcome to the forums, Norm! Glad you've joined us. You've found a great place to learn and share ideas on our favorite pastimes...grilling, smoking, and curing great food! There are lots of friendly and knowledgeable folks here who really enjoy helping one another. Just ask any time you need help and you'll get plenty!

Red

 

[tomcat66]

Well I ordered my Dyna-Glo  Charcoal Offset Smoker it will be here in a few days. I read a lot of reviews about it some good some bad only time will tell.