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Royall Grills RG5000 Review
A large pellet smoker with an old fashioned Ortech style digital controller with notched temperature settings. We reviewed the RG5000 which Royall claims burns 2.35 lbs. of pellets/hour, but doesn't specify at what temp. They offer custom colors and stainless steel options
Fast Eddy’s by Cookshack FEC500 Review
The FEC500 is a big commercial/competition grade pellet smoker, the second largest in Fast Eddy's catalog. We reviewed this 100% wood burning, pellet fired rotisserie smoker which cooks 500 lbs. pork butts (hence the FEC500 name), 450 lbs. brisket, 150 lbs. ribs or 70 whole chickens fully loaded.
Swiss Grill Z460D Review
Our AmazingRibs.com Silver Medal goes to Swiss Grill's Z460D. This quality 4-burner features a rotisserie with IR backburner and an infrared "Grizzler" side burner. The "D" stands for deluxe. A Z460 model is offered with a smaller cart and no side/sear burner.
Wilmington Cape Fear Classic Review
Wilmington offers a variety of heavy duty gas grills with an industrial appearance. Read our review. Cape Fear is their flagship model and it too is offered in several configurations. The Cape Fear Classic has two 20,000 BTU cast stainless steel round burners covered by a large V-shaped drip plate.
Southern Pride MLR-150 Review
The wood burning Southern Pride MLR-150 is one of their smaller wood smokers meant for catering and competition. We reviewed this beauty and award our AmazingRibs.com Gold Medal. SP claims it can handle 16 butts, 24 slabs of Saint Louis Cut Ribs (120 with 12 rib racks), 48 chickens or 8 beef briskets.
Mike’s Vertical Grill Review
We reviewed this interesting and unique cube shaped grill that loads charcoal in the left and right double walled sides. Meats are clamped in a grill basket, and then inserted in a slot that runs between the two walls of charcoal where both sides are cooked simultaneously, decreasing cook times and eliminating flipping.
Party King Varsity Swing ‘N Smoke Varsity PKG VJV-6412 Package Review
Party King's Varsity SWING 'N Smoke is a single burner gas grill mounted on a steel arm attached to your trailer hitch. The arm swings out and an adjustable stand folds down for added support and stability. We tested this model and awarded our AmazingRibs.com Best Value Bronze Medal
Napoleon TravelQ 285X with Cart Review
Napoleon’s new TravelQ TQ285X is one impressive little clam shell style portable gasser, with some unique features not found from competitors. We reviewed it and award this tailgater our AmazingRibs.com Best Value Platinum Medal. The fold out scissor cart is one of the most solid versions we've seen.
Pitmaster IQ110 Review
Read our analysis of the Pitmaster IQ110, a straightforward temperature controller for charcoal grills and smokers. We gave it a Bronze Medal.
BBQ Guru CyberQ WiFi Review
See our detailed test and evaluation of the BBQ Guru CyberQ WiFi thermostatic controller that received a Gold Medal for its full feature set, ease of use, and good performance. This electronic controller regulates the temperature of wood-fired or charcoal cookers during those long barbecue sessions.
BBQ Guru DigiQ Review
See our complete review of the BBQ Guru DigiQ DX2, a thermostatic controller for charcoal or wood cookers with an extra probe to monitor food temps. We give it a Silver Medal for its feature set and performance.
Smoke E Z Review
The Smoke E Z is not a smoker, but an effective accessory that turns your inexpensive Charcoal Kettle into a smoker and doubles cooking capacity. We tested this clever device and awarded it our AmazingRibs.com Gold Medal.
Klose 20″ x 36″ Heavy Duty Pipe Smoker Review
Our AmazingRibs.com Gold Medal goes to The Klose 20" x 30" residential offset smoker. Read our review. With 720 square inches of primary cook surface the 20" x 36" Heavy Duty Pipe Smoker can handle 12 to 20 people. BBQ Pits by Klose has made some of the most highly regarded pits since 1986. Many top competitors use Klose pits.
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