Chili - you sound like the prototype of the perfect LTBBQ'er. We have nothing against any type of equipment, and we don't look down our noses at folks with more or less experience than ourselves - or - zero experience. Heck, the fun in this is the sharing of food idead, recipes, and recommendations.
As you get more familiar with us you will find that we have nationally recognized authors, and food personalities, top judges from KCBS...and the rest of us....
But, we are all the same. We love to cook outdoors, and truly believe the credo for the site:
BBQ is neither verb or noun. It is an experience, and best when shared with friends.