I wrapped the first ribs I made with foil, followed the 3-2-1 method. This was my first ever cook a few years back.
That was the last time I wrapped ribs. I have wrapped brisket in butchers paper before, not sure if that changed anything as well. Like others said, I throw it in and let it go until done.
That’s the beauty of the lazy q method. When I smoke on my kettle, there is some benefit with wrapping there. I made spare ribs a few weeks back on the kettle and they were wonderful, but the foil helped with that. I did a 3-2-1 style smoke with those. I have enjoyed having both the 3D and WEBER Kettle to cook with.