From BBQPitBoys.com:
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Companies often times build products with the mass consumer in mind. They then offer their own, sold-separately accessories at a premium. That’s why “mods” or modifications are increasingly popular, especially among BBQ enthusiasts.
While Traeger Grills really does a fine job, some folks will always want to keep toying with perfection. We were looking for some inspiration, and found Trikester’s video:
Here’s a list of some comparable parts you’ll need, if you want to trick out your Traeger like Trikester (whew, say that three times fast!):
1. 10in Air Tires or 7in Universal Wheel (see also Traeger Wheel Modification video for step-by-step and more parts/tools needed)
2. Traeger Front-Shelf (step-by-step video here; see also Under Shelf)
4. Large Zip Ties (for securing caddy to leg, or drip bucket to hook)
5. Savannah Stoker (upgraded thermostat)
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If you’re a Traeger or pellet grill owner, you’ve already got your self a slice of the good life. No matter whether you’re a newbie, or a fanatic, there’s always more to learn to become a master griller, smoker, and all around pro.
We set about to collect the top hacks, tips, and tricks to make your grilling, smoking, and barbecuing experience even that much better. Here are the top 7 …
If you’re a regular Rendezvous’er, you know we LOVE Tacos Al Pastor. While surfing some BBQ groups on Facebook, we came across TheHollarBBQ.
Here’s their host, Kevin Griffith, on one of our all-time favorites:
Looking to take your Tacos Al Pastor to the next level? If you’re using a traditional BBQ or grill with grates, we recommend the Super Skewer (a/k/a/ Brazilian Gaucho Skewer).
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You know what they say: You can’t judge a book by its cover. So we asked a few of the top barbecue groups on the internet for their BBQ book recommendations. The response was amazing.
Within a few hours, we had a monster list of titles and author to sort through. We then invested even more time looking at each book’s sales ranking, customer reviews, and status on most wished for lists.
Presenting 13 books, to get started as a novice griller, or for continuing education as a pit master!
From Meathead at AmazingRibs.com:
Meathead does a great job over-viewing the various types of thermometers. Now here are some of the best-sellers and most highly-rated among BBQ enthusiasts:
ThermoPro TP03A – Instant Read Thermometer. A high precision sensor gives you accurate readings within 4-7 seconds. Stainless steel probe is easy to clean, and folds for convenient storage. Five-year warranty. Price range: $.
Lavatools Javelin – Instant Read Thermometer. For about twice the cost as the TP03A, you can get this ultra-fast sensor probe (3-4 seconds). Display is nice and big for easy reading. An integrated magnet allows for easy storage on your fridge or grill. Lifetime warranty. Price range: $$.
ThermoPro TP08 – Dual Probe Wireless Thermometer. We own this unit, and have found it well-suited to monitoring our wood pellet and gas grills alike. One probe monitors the meat, the other monitors the grill temp. Alarm and receiver both alert you to when temp has been reached. Up to 300 feet range. Lifetime Sensor Probe Warranty. Price range: $$.
ThermoPro TP20 – Dual Probe Wireless Thermometer. Simple and easy to use. Main difference from the TP08, are a Meat and Taste button that give you pre-programmed internal temps. Takes the guess work out of cooking any meat. Lifetime Sensor Probe Warranty. Price range: $$.
Tappecue – Meat Thermometer with Wifi. Comes with a phone app to monitor temps that’s available on all Apple, as well as Android products. You can get alerts when the meat or chamber goes above or below a min/max temp. Four meat probes mean you can keep track of multiple cooks at once! One year limited warranty. Price range: $$$.
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Have a special grill enthusiast in your life, and looking for a perfect gift? Or maybe YOU’RE the enthusiast, and looking for some fresh inspiration? Either way, you’re in the right place. From beginner to pro, we sourced this list of essentials with a variety of owners in mind. We scoured the web for the best-selling, and most-wished for items. Then we hand-picked the ones we think are essential for every grill owner’s tool kit. Without further ado…
At the in-laws, and no wood pellet grill. Had to improvise!
Luckily, you can turn any gas grill into a smoker, by using a pellet tube or smoke box:
A-Maze-n 12in-18in Expandable Tube Smoker (also available on eBay)
Stainless Steel Smoker Box by CaveTools.com (also available on eBay)
With a smoker tube or box, simply fill with your favorite pellets or chips, and then light one end with a propane torch or lighter. Let pellets or chips burn until smoke is firmly established, and they begin to glow. Then blow out the fire, and let the smoke roll.
If going chips route, check out Char-Broil Simple Smoke (Hickory, Apple, or Cherry). With chips, you may want to add water to them in a bowl first, and let them soak/expand, before adding to smoke box.
Now for the rib instructions:
Remove silver skin on the back of the ribs
Rub ribs generously with mustard
Add your favorite rub liberally to both sides of the ribs
Cover in saran wrap, put back in refrigerator for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Once you are ready to cook, on a four burner gas grill, start half of the burners on one side. Set to low. Put your smoker tube above one of the hot grates. Close lid, and let temperature climb to 225F. Adjust burner accordingly to get it to keep at that temp.
Remove ribs from refrigerator and un-wrap.
Add ribs to the cold side of the grill, bone-side down.
Close lid, and let smoke build.
Every hour, for two (2) hours, open grill and re-arrange ribs.
At two hour mark, cover ribs in foil, adding a 1/2 cup of apple juice, and leave on for another (1) hour.
Check ribs at 3 hour mark for tenderness and temp. They should be fall-off the bone, with meat receding from bone by at least a 1/4 inch.
Once cooked to optimal tenderness, remove from foil and add sauce (turning every 5 minutes) for wet ribs, or remove and let rest for 15 minutes.
Cooking on charcoal? Check on this Classic Baby Back Ribs recipe from Weber, using a similar technique.
That’s about it. Now you’re ready to try ribs on a gas grill!
Followed the Traeger Pulled Pork recipe to the T, and got amazing results! The only trick? We were camping at the river. That’s where a wireless meat thermometer comes in handy. Especially on a long cook.
For best results, follow the sage wisdom of the BBQ Pit Boys:
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