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Smokin-It Smokers => Model 1 - The Little Guy!! => Topic started by: Tar54 on January 30, 2018, 02:27:38 AM
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While my son was home the 2D served us well...but I gave it to my son as a present as I knew it was to much for me and mom...it will keep him and his soon to be wife and all of their buddies well fed! I am going to keep it simple for us as I discovered that in the end it is all about internal temp. hence the No.1...on to my question...does the no.1 come with a internal meat probe? and if not which do I need? Thanks in advance!
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The #1 does not come with any internal probes. You will need to run your probe wires through the hole on the top. If I didn't already have a Maverick which works fine, I would get a Fireboard, because of the multiple probes. If you don't need four or more probes, I would check out ThermoPro. You should get one with both an ambient probe, and a meat probe. I don't use the ambient probe very often, but it's good to have in case I ever need to check the box temp, or for cold smoking. I also have a couple of the el-cheapo digital thermometers that you can buy at big box stores, for when I need additional probes, or for backups. The #1 comes with the analog controller, so it will be a change from your D model. But it's simple and works great.
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I will do a search but where would I find the Fireboard probe unit at? Thanks!
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I found it and think i will go with the Fireboard!
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Nice choice! On my wish list.
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Its on its way!
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Rick, I have one of the original "small batch" Fireboard test units that they sent me to test for them. It's still going strong! They're even better now, but I love my prototype unit!
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Rick, I have one of the original "small batch" Fireboard test units that they sent me to test for them. It's still going strong! They're even better now, but I love my prototype unit!
Yours run off of a battery as well? If so how long does the battery last per charge on average? Thanks
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Mine runs off the rechargeable battery and a DC power cord. I'm really not sure how long the battery lasts because I always plug it in for 12+ hr smokes (don't want it to die when I'm not watching). Seems to hold a charge fine for shorter smoke though.
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Mine runs off the rechargeable battery and a DC power cord. I'm really not sure how long the battery lasts because I always plug it in for 12+ hr smokes (don't want it to die when I'm not watching). Seems to hold a charge fine for shorter smoke though.
Ok I was just curious and did not realize it came with a DC power cord..thanks for the input.
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When I first started testing it, I suggested a case to Ted. We talked through a few design ideas, and I see they have one now. I think I'll be ordering one! It needs a case, and the new kits should come with one, but don't.
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When I first started testing it, I suggested a case to Ted. We talked through a few design ideas, and I see they have one now. I think I'll be ordering one! It needs a case, and the new kits should come with one, but don't.
I saw that and got the case. Ordered the No.1 Wednesday on the last day of the sale...Fed-EX notification says it will be here tomorrow! SMOKIN-IT FAST! lol
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When I first started testing it, I suggested a case to Ted. We talked through a few design ideas, and I see they have one now. I think I'll be ordering one! It needs a case, and the new kits should come with one, but don't.
I saw that and got the case. Ordered the No.1 Wednesday on the last day of the sale...Fed-EX notification says it will be here tomorrow! SMOKIN-IT FAST! lol
The most excited I've seen for downsizing! Go #1 !!
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When I first started testing it, I suggested a case to Ted. We talked through a few design ideas, and I see they have one now. I think I'll be ordering one! It needs a case, and the new kits should come with one, but don't.
I saw that and got the case. Ordered the No.1 Wednesday on the last day of the sale...Fed-EX notification says it will be here tomorrow! SMOKIN-IT FAST! lol
The most excited I've seen for downsizing! Go #1 !!
Its all good!My son has only had the 2D for 2 weeks but it feels as the withdrawals will be starting soon if we don't get our "fix" soon! lol Though we are indeed downsizing the experience and taste will not be down sized in the least!My Smokin-It experience has exceed all others!We went "Hogwild" with that 2D and now that I have a lot of experience in both success and failure I will be able to hit the ground running when it gets here! I realize there will be a bit of a learning curve I am ready to take on that challenge!
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I had a lot of great times with my #1, Rick! Now, my sister and her family are enjoying it! It will be great for you.
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It arrived today! Assembled and ready for seasoning!Awaiting arrival of the Fireboard!My wife loves the meatloaf so that will be first on the menu!
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It arrived today! Assembled and ready for seasoning!Awaiting arrival of the Fireboard!My wife loves the meatloaf so that will be first on the menu!
Congrats!!! But, sorry that meatloaf is the first smoke.... :o ;D ;D ;D
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I must confess that I am a meatloaf junkie as well! It is so easy and quick! One thing I have not tried yet is Prime rib...that is the second thing on the menu!I will have to start picking your brains for seasoning and temps for the Prime rib.
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One thing I have not tried yet is Prime rib...that is the second thing on the menu!I will have to start picking your brains for seasoning and temps for the Prime rib.
Ask and ye shall receive! Works incredible, every time!
Smoke Prime Rib (http://smokinitforums.com/index.php?topic=4413.0)
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That looks so good!
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Rick, the low & slow prime rib, with the reverse sear, is just the ticket. It works so well, and is just crazy easy to smoke the best-tasting, perfect edge-to-edge pink prime rib you've ever had. Probably my favorite thing to smoke (and eat, for that matter)!
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I am going to try it! I have the smoker here now and the Fireboard is enroute...I have the Fireboard app downloaded and on my phone...now I have to try and remain patient... :)
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Patience is the hardest part, Rick! :-\
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Patience is the hardest part, Rick! :-\
Yes it is!
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Tony nailed it. I’ve smoked prime rib the last two Christmas dinners and nailed it using Tony’s instructions. You will love it!
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The Fireboard has arrived! It arrived as ordered with the minimally protective case,ambient probe and 2 meat probes...now I need to run and figure this puppy out! I think I mostly understand it. If my understanding is correct in that it links up via Bluetooth/WIFI and that it will communicate with my phone regardless of the phone location or is this a short range game only?
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Doing the initial set up smoke....been wishy washy about what to try first...lol
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Put a butt in the brine. While your waiting on that, smoke some ribs!
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That is a sound suggestion!
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What kind of times are you guys experiencing running a butt in the No.1? Is stalling prevalent in the No.1?
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The stall happens no matter which model smoker you have. Just one of those things we have to live with.
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The stall is a good thing and not something to try to avoid or shorten. This is when all the magic happens.
Embrace the stall! 8)
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Well....I ran the 2D for a year....smoked multiple Bostons..ect....never knew I had a stall! lol I will just carry on! :)
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Kicks in right around 165 -170.
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I can also speak, with experience, that the stall is the same in a 1 or 2 (or 3, for that matter). It only happens in large, fatty cuts, like pork butts and briskets (and others). This is evaporative cooling, where the rendering fat and connective tissue starts flowing out of the meat, and actually cools the surface, like when we sweat in the wind. Like Gregg said, this is where the magic happens! Embrace the stall!
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I can also speak, with experience, that the stall is the same in a 1 or 2 (or 3, for that matter). It only happens in large, fatty cuts, like pork butts and briskets (and others). This is evaporative cooling, where the rendering fat and connective tissue starts flowing out of the meat, and actually cools the surface, like when we sweat in the wind. Like Gregg said, this is where the magic happens! Embrace the stall!
Thats the beautiful thing about Smokin-it smokers...you set it and forget! I am a prime example of the fact that anyone can run one of these with outstanding results! :)
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What kind of times are you guys experiencing running a butt in the No.1? Is stalling prevalent in the No.1?
My first smoke was a butt and was a little over 9 hours I think (I have a thread on it a few lines down). Mine bogged down around 175 though i was worried that it was cooking to quick bc the temp was climbing pretty steady to that point.
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...though i was worried that it was cooking to quick bc the temp was climbing pretty steady to that point.
This is really common, and can scare the bejeezes out of folks new to dealing with large cuts that stall! It still amazes me how fast the temp climbs, out of the gate. But, rest assured, that 10 lb butt will NEVER be done in 4 hours, even though it looks like it will. It WILL stall, and you build confidence in knowing that, the more you smoke.