lid vs. upper vs. lower gill temps

[Dan Kuhn]

Just curious to hear everyone's experiences with measuring temps at the lid vs. upper grill vs. lower grill. An concensus on how they generally compare to each other?

Thank you all in advance.

 

[Paul G.]

WSM temp test.

Paul

 

[Craig Castille]

I used to measure the grate temps, but find that measuring from the lid is all that is needed.

And, there is little need to micromanage temps during any cook.

 

[Paul H]

I agree with Craig. Started to just go by lid temps. Since I have the Maverick with two probes I insert one probe into the meat and let the other dangle from the top opening on the lid. Doubles as a lid thermometer