Good torch for starting?

[Craig A]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Donny Anderson:
I've seen this used before. Pretty handy. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Unless you already have one, that kit is way overkill. Any torch with a trigger is sufficient. One of these will work just as well for much less money:
http://www.bernzomatic.com/PRO...xmfid/3/Default.aspx

 

[Michael G. (Canada Mike)]

Call me crazy, but if you're using a chimney like I do, it's two sheets of newspaper and a match. One slow beer later, the coals are ready. BTW, I find newspaper from Kansas City gives the best flavour.

 

[Chris E]

I got my new WSM and when I got ready to fire it up I realized I don't have any newspaper (internet news). Luckily I had just recieved the KCBS Bullsheet.

I keep a box of old fashioned wood matches in the box with my chimney. strike it on the side of the chimney and the paper is lit.

 

[Bradley Bruns]

Here is a nice compromise:
Wind resistant lighter

I found mine at Meijer here in Cincinnati for around $5. It acts like a typical "Aim-N-Flame", but as promised it will not blow out. In fact, I cannot even blow it out at "point blank" range. The flame is more like butane torch flame (instead of the candle flame on a typical lighter). Worth every penny.

 

[Eric Simon]

Thanks, Bradley. That's what I've been looking for! I use a long lighter to start them, but they always seem to require many starts. I think this might do the trick.