Howdy,
My name is Johnny and I'm from NC. I'm looking at the SI#2 and I'm wading into controversial territory. I was an "egg" guy for several years, but recently added a gasser back into the mix for grilling. I missed the ease of gas and honestly got tired of everything tasting like charcoal (there, I said it). So now my egg is sitting somewhat dormant and only gets used occasionally for smoking (and a steak here or there). As everyone is aware, the egg is a bit of trouble when it comes to a long smoke-- not too much, but like the ease I've found with the gasser for grilling, the SI-2 has me contemplating the ease of an electric smoker. So, the controversy comes in because you are never allowed to discuss getting rid of an egg--- its hard to get some objective opinions from egg owners. My questions for you are--- for those who have used both, how does the SI stack up to the egg in terms of flavor, moisture, etc.? I understand about the smoke ring (not concerned), but am I going to miss the egg for flavor? Are there any downsides in the comparison? Oh, and I'm not allowed to get an SI unless I get rid of the egg, so I can't get it and then decide, or just keep both. This is a true first world dilemma. Thanks for your opinions/input!
My name is Johnny and I'm from NC. I'm looking at the SI#2 and I'm wading into controversial territory. I was an "egg" guy for several years, but recently added a gasser back into the mix for grilling. I missed the ease of gas and honestly got tired of everything tasting like charcoal (there, I said it). So now my egg is sitting somewhat dormant and only gets used occasionally for smoking (and a steak here or there). As everyone is aware, the egg is a bit of trouble when it comes to a long smoke-- not too much, but like the ease I've found with the gasser for grilling, the SI-2 has me contemplating the ease of an electric smoker. So, the controversy comes in because you are never allowed to discuss getting rid of an egg--- its hard to get some objective opinions from egg owners. My questions for you are--- for those who have used both, how does the SI stack up to the egg in terms of flavor, moisture, etc.? I understand about the smoke ring (not concerned), but am I going to miss the egg for flavor? Are there any downsides in the comparison? Oh, and I'm not allowed to get an SI unless I get rid of the egg, so I can't get it and then decide, or just keep both. This is a true first world dilemma. Thanks for your opinions/input!