New owner

[SmokedGouda]

Really excited for my first smoke ever! Just got the #2 as a birthday gift and have started the prep work for my first butt. I've already gotten some great tips on my other post, so really looking forward to how this and future smokes turn out.
Live with my awesome wife and our dog & cat. It's going. To be tough keeping the dog away from the smoker while it's on, she was all over that thing while it was getting seasoned. I can only imagine when the delicious scent of pork or brisket hits her nose.

 

[BedouinBob]

Welcome from Colorado Phil! You will love your #2. Can't wait to see your first results. 

 

[swthorpe]

Welcome from Delaware, Phil!  Enjoy your #2 ... I know I do!  Cheers

 

[Durangosmoker]

I too was a total beginner when I got my #2, but quickly got some really good eats out of it thanks to the info I learned on this forum. Don't be afraid to try different stuff (smoked Scottish Eggs?! Smoked meatloaf?), and keep a log of what you do and how you like it; You'll become an expert in no time. And if you do have an epic fail, your dog at least will be happy. Welcome to the club.

 

[drains]

Welcome from Texas Phil! The #2 will serve you well. Enjoy!

 

[flying smoker]

Welcome from TN Phil!  I look forward to seeing pics of your successes!

 

[AlinMA]

Hi Phil, Welcome aboard from N'East MA!
At one time we were all beginners.

Hope you will be sharing the results with us.

 

[ibbones]

Welcome from South Texas.  You will love the smoking part as well as the eating part.

 

[SmokedGouda]

It turned out great! Brined for 13 hours first. It was about 9.75 lbs. It took 14 hrs to get to 190 and then I wrapped it and let rest for 2 hrs before pulling. Incredibly moist and tender. It was delicious! Can't wait for the next one!

 

[BedouinBob]

Looks awesome Phil! I have never been able to get my pulled port to stick to the ceiling like that.......  ;D

 

[GarthMN]

Nice work Phil!  You'll never look at your local BBQ joint the same way.

 

[SmokedGouda]

Sorry about the pictures! I can't seem to figure out how to rotate them once they're uploaded. I made that post from my phone.

 

[old sarge]

Great looking pork!!!

 

[NDKoze]

I am a little bit delayed, but welcome from ND!