I don't cook mine like a brisket--IF, like Muebe says, you slice it ACROSS the grain, you'll find the entire thing is quite tender, juicy and easy to chew. Now, you've gone and really made me hungry! My problem here is finding them--often advertised, but seldom in stock. You know the story, "Oh, I guess the truck didn't bring us those advertised tri-tips today." Groan.