Been away, but have not forgotten. A lot of research has been done looking into entering the competition BBQ circuit. I have been doing BBQ for well over 20 years, but now I've decided to get serious about it.
Aside from targeting some 12-15 competitions I will enter this year, I just took delivery of one huge smoker manufactured by Diamond Plate Products in San Angelo, Texas. They call the cooker their 70 series; it's the biggest they make and their best seller, too.
I began "seasoning" the smoker today. It was cold; only 42 and stiff winds out of the west and constant drizzle. I built a fire with Big Green Egg lump charcoal and seasoned Hickory logs. Now, for those of you who try to BBQ in this type of weather know how difficult it is to get a hot fire and maintaining it.
The 70 Series was incredible. With in 45 minutes, my temp hit 190. I kept it with in the 190 to 225 range all afternoon without feeding it a ton of charcoal and wood. This cooker is and will be an excellent tool to have in the arsenal.
I did my research before buying this smoker and found only one negative. The firebox on the 70 Series has it's draw underneath the firebox. With the firebox open, say halfway, hot coals fall upon the ground. I didn't think that would be a big deal, but over time, enough coals fell to melt the chip and seal on my driveway. So, I filled two aluminum pans with water under the firebox and the problem was solved.
If you're in the market for a great smoker, google Diamond Plate Products. You'll have a drive on your hands, but it will be worth it's weight in gold.
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