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I actually remember a certain competitor asking me at a comp., "so Dann, ever rest a brisket for 7 hours?" To which I answered no. He told me, "I'll let you know how it turns out" When he walked by on the way to turn-in, he said " DAL walking" It was so overcooked, he could barely slice it...

I know Dave, I just really like to push the ones close by, as it's nice to be just a short distance away. Less gas $$$, short trip home, etc. We had another contest in the area that didn't make enough money to come back this year. Would like to see this one do well. I think you're right...

really? nobody? Hoping this one isn't cancelled for lack of teams. Would be a shame to let such a close on go by the wayside!

Just trying to help the organizer get the word out on this one. First time event, KCBS sanctioned, right alongside of the Fox River. It's being conducted as a part of the annual St. Charles Riverfest. http://www.prideofthefox.com/r...t/family-activities/

pic 8 looks like you sliced the brisket with the grain instead of against? Can't see if the slices in the box are as well, but if so, and you had low brisket scores, that could be why?

My EdgePro has markings for 10, 15, 18, 21, and 24 degree angles. 10 is as low as it goes, but you could use it for even higher (>30) angles if you wanted it to

As of yesterday, they had 23 teams cooking, and only 13 judges. Any KCBS certified judge that's interested should contact Keith at KRESmokers.com They are also apparently short on chili entries

It's a lot of fun Troy. I've seen a lot of variety in sausage. Links, fatties, scotch eggs, etc. They were up to around 20 teams last time I checked.

Great job! Thanks for posting this!

The Apex EdgePro is the one you want for any knife you spent more than 25 bucks on. I have both the EdgePro and the Cooks 130 (bought the cooks years ago) The cooks works great on an inexpensive knife, and will give you a scary sharp edge in no time. But it only has one angle. They make a...

KRE smokers put up a new website with details, and an online entry form here... http://www.kresmokers.com/ Always a fun event! Judge applications will be available after 01/20 If you live in the Chicagoland area, and haven't been to this event, you should take a drive to Des Plaines and check...

I use my weed burner most of the time now, but if you put a little cheap veg oil on some inexpensive wadded paper towell burns longer than newspaper with much less, if any ash blowing around

I was in the market for a small but decent quality grinder. Got an LEM#5 from Bass Pro, and am very happy with it. I did up an 18# batch of polish sausage for my first time out, and it performed great! If I decide to to any more at one time though, I'll probably get a standalone stuffer.

Been a while since I got them, might have to go out and measure them to be sure, but I believe I have either 12 or 14" saucers in the 18.5's, and a 16" in the 22 I understand your reluctance. I feel the same when I read that some folks just wrap the pan in foil with nothing in it. Tempted to...

Dave, Yes, I use the bottom grate all the time. I can see your point about the water, but I usually don't see more than 10 or so degrees difference between the grates, so it doesn't bothere me much. At home, most of my smoking/grilling is done on a BGE. But in competition, we use the WSMs...

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They shouldn't cost 200 bucks. between 50-100 I would think. Don't have one myself, but many swear by them! Yes, they will likely rust over time, but they aren't that expensive

I would never go back to water. Once you get the hang of the saucer, it works better, easier, and with less mess!

Great job to those that walked! We were unable to make it. We were on the way, and the truck died! Turned out to be a fuel pump, and we just couldn't get it fixed in time!

Just an update, they are full, with 60 teams! One thing to note if you haven't been at this one before, there are only two water spigots available, so leave the hoses at home, and bring containers to hold water in instead. Also, for anyone considering the chili comp, hopefully you've seen...