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Offline Big Dawg

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Re: Why is PBC DIFFERENT ?
« Reply #14 on: January 13, 2015, 02:40:39 PM »
I have hang ribs and chicken in the WSM 22.5.

Results are similar but the WSM 22.5 will go through coals like crazy. I used the snake method.

I thought I'd seen someone post about this previously, was that you Bigg?

I've thought about trying this out, but haven't so far.  Partially because I'm lazy, but mostly because I pretty darn happy with the results I'm currently getting on both the Kettle & the Bullet.





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Re: Why is PBC DIFFERENT ?
« Reply #15 on: January 18, 2015, 10:28:55 PM »
I have hang ribs and chicken in the WSM 22.5.

Results are similar but the WSM 22.5 will go through coals like crazy. I used the snake method.

I thought I'd seen someone post about this previously, was that you Bigg?

I've thought about trying this out, but haven't so far.  Partially because I'm lazy, but mostly because I pretty darn happy with the results I'm currently getting on both the Kettle & the Bullet.





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Re: Why is PBC DIFFERENT ?
« Reply #16 on: January 19, 2015, 01:17:30 PM »
Very nice, Bigg! Those are some excellent looking meats. I love the Craycort cast iron grids.

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Re: Why is PBC DIFFERENT ?
« Reply #17 on: January 19, 2015, 07:05:14 PM »
Very nice, Bigg! Those are some excellent looking meats. I love the Craycort cast iron grids.

Yet another accessory on the list . . . .





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Re: Why is PBC DIFFERENT ?
« Reply #18 on: January 19, 2015, 08:51:42 PM »
I am not an expert, and I haven't stayed at a Holiday Express in months. But, for what it's worth having used both of these, this is my impression.

The PBC id not a smoker - the WSM is. They are different cookers used for different purposes. I have never used a UDS - but again, my thoughts are the PBC is different. Muebe (on this forum) calls the PBC a "power cooker." I think that is the best description. Used as directed it makes some of the best chicken and other proteins (as well as pizza) you can imagine. However, IMHO, it is not a smoker. And, that's ok with me - I have a smoker.

I enjoy using my PBC and my friends and family enjoy the food.
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Have you or do you know of anyone that has tied to cold smoke cheese, sausage or bacon in the PBC?
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Re: Why is PBC DIFFERENT ?
« Reply #19 on: January 19, 2015, 09:22:08 PM »
CM - I haven't tried that. I don't know of anyone, but there are some very creative folks here - I bet someone will respond. I have to say, with the bars in and using something like the Amazen, it just might work.
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Re: Why is PBC DIFFERENT ?
« Reply #20 on: January 19, 2015, 11:24:13 PM »
CM - I haven't tried that. I don't know of anyone, but there are some very creative folks here - I bet someone will respond. I have to say, with the bars in and using something like the Amazen, it just might work.
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Thanks for the response. I really am interested in buying a PBC and I have read all great reviews and no negative reviews, so I'm on board. I just want to make sure that that I covered all my bases before I leap into buying what could end up as an expensive trash can. Not to say the product is faulty, I want to use it to its capabilities and not let it sit.
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Re: Why is PBC DIFFERENT ?
« Reply #21 on: January 19, 2015, 11:58:42 PM »
CM - I haven't tried that. I don't know of anyone, but there are some very creative folks here - I bet someone will respond. I have to say, with the bars in and using something like the Amazen, it just might work.
drholly
Thanks for the response. I really am interested in buying a PBC and I have read all great reviews and no negative reviews, so I'm on board. I just want to make sure that that I covered all my bases before I leap into buying what could end up as an expensive trash can. Not to say the product is faulty, I want to use it to its capabilities and not let it sit.
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Please understand I can only speak from my experience - so, take it for what it's worth. I have several (according t my wife - far too many) cookers. While there is a lot of overlap, most of them have something special that makes me like to use them. The PBC is a brilliant "set it and forget it" power cooker. It is perfect for poultry when I just want a delicious bird without having to hover by the cooker. In fact it makes some of the best chicken I've tasted - hands down. I've had excellent results with turkey, butts, and ribs.

However, if you are the kind of person that likes to mess with a fire, tweak the temps, experiment with different woods / chips / etc. this is probably not the right unit for you. It is designed to come to the "right" temperature if you follow the lighting instructions and the height of the grate or bars for hanging is in the "sweet spot". It just works.

It is not designed to be a smoker (although you might be able to make it work.)

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Re: Why is PBC DIFFERENT ?
« Reply #22 on: January 20, 2015, 06:22:50 AM »
Trust me. Get the PBC Chief! You won't regret it!
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