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Title: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: Tortuga Dave on June 07, 2017, 09:01:52 AM

I learned of this site when looking for user reviews of pellet smokers. About 5 years ago, my step son, brother and a friend decided to form a backyard BBQ team we named Tortuga BBQ---Low and Slow. We competed in local KCBS events and continue to learn the skills and techniques of those who seem to be successful.
It wasn't until last week that I decided to get the pellet grill/smoker that I was multifunctional and could also be used in the local competitions. I had narrowed the field to Yoder YS640, Mak 1 Star and Fast Eddy PG 500.
The Fast Eddy PG 500 won! So far, I'm lovin' it. First time out of the gate, I placed 6th in Anything Butt using the PG 500. First cook ever. I also did some ribs which I thought were competition worthy. My brother and step son have Rec Tec which we know are great pellet smokers. I like the versatility of the PG 500 to direct grill, indirect smoke and also cold smoke. I know the others can do the same, but need to make modifications and purchase accessories in order to do the same thing.

Looking forward to the forum to sharpen skills and get advice.

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: TMB on June 07, 2017, 09:22:38 AM

Welcome from Alabama!   

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: Roget on June 07, 2017, 09:22:51 AM

Welcome to the group.

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: N. Ontario Smoker on June 07, 2017, 09:43:41 AM

Welcome from N. Ontario Canada.

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: frankan9 on June 07, 2017, 09:46:36 AM

Welcome from Monmouth County.
You'll find a lot of knowledge here. I've been lurking for awhile and this is where i find all my questions answered before i ask :thumbup:

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: sparky on June 07, 2017, 09:53:45 AM

Welcome from northern Cali.

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: HighOnSmoke on June 07, 2017, 09:57:05 AM

Welcome from SE Georgia!

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: smokeasaurus on June 07, 2017, 10:18:17 AM

Welcome from Southern California.

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: Big Dawg on June 07, 2017, 11:42:39 AM

A big North Carolina Welcome ! ! !

What part of Jersey?





BD

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: Hub on June 07, 2017, 12:37:21 PM

Welcome from North Carolina  ;D

We have a pretty large contingent of pellet cooker drivers here, using most of the machinery on the market.  A few competitors, too.  Please dive in and enjoy.

Hub

Title: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: Pappymn on June 07, 2017, 01:04:43 PM

Welcome from Minnesota


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Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: sliding_billy on June 07, 2017, 02:18:20 PM

Greetings from North Texas!

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: tomcrete1 on June 07, 2017, 02:52:01 PM

Welcome form Wisconsin!

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: ACW3 on June 07, 2017, 02:56:56 PM

Here's another NC welcome.

Art

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: KJRsmoker on June 07, 2017, 04:05:00 PM

Greetings from Northern Illinois.

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: CDN Smoker on June 08, 2017, 09:39:20 AM

Welcome from Manitoba, Canada ;D

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: TentHunteR on June 08, 2017, 10:20:22 AM

Welcome to the forum, from NE Ohio!

Title: Re: Hello From New Jersey
Post by: Palmyrasteak on June 08, 2017, 05:18:23 PM

Welcome aboard from Arkansas!