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I have been using lump charcoal in my WSM 18 for a while now instead of briquettes. Lump charcoal bags come with pieces in all different sizes. I'm wondering if it makes any difference if using large or small pieces, or a combination, in the WSM. Assuming the temperature is maintained properly...

I thought about posting this in the WSM section, but that seems to be for WSM smokers specifically. I have never smoked anything before. But, I have always wanted to. I just never got around to doing it. Now, I have a Genesis 1000 in my garage that was a curb pickup and will be repaired and...

Hello, everybody! Checking in from Long Island, New York. My name is Jordan and it's a pleasure to join the forum. I've been browsing a little bit since yesterday while waiting for my account to go through the moderation process and you all seem really great, happy and helpful. What's not to...

Hello all I live in Laurel, Md (suburb of DC) and I've had my WSM for about a year. My question is what is the best way to get a good bark with the WSM on brisket and pork butt? (I use a homemade rub consisting of salt, brown sugar, paprika and other spices) I've done about 10 of each on the WSM...

Several years while visiting Kauai, I came across a little shack called Chicken in a Barrel. It was one the BEST chicken I have ever tasted!!! It was tender, juicy, and just had an amazing perfect smoke flavor to it! Asked the guy behind the counter what kind of wood they use, he told me it was...