I really enjoyed this format Justin. I hope it does well for you and that you stick with it. If anything at all, I thought the camera was a bit too close. But, I'm just nitpicking. See you soon brother!!! Cheers, Troy

@kobrien1608

7 жыл бұрын

And he needs s beer in his hand! Haha

@lesvegetables7823

7 жыл бұрын

kobrien1608 even better he's got a mt dew!

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

You guys don't know it but right after I saw this comment come through, I texted Troy a close up picture of the side of my face. lol. "Hey, is this too close!??!" lol Justin

@handcannon1388

7 жыл бұрын

It could have been worse, say just 2/3 of one buttcheek or something. I liked the format, though I do think that you would come across as more decisive if you took more time to extract and organize all your thoughts before filming. I would probably have to sit down in a fairly quiet place with a cup of coffee and write it out on paper first. Then edit it until I was happy, but that's just me. It may just be a holdover from writing (yes, I was published twice in the nineties). That being said, why not make "Grill me!" a regular feature. Out of respect for Troy, I wouldn't post it on Thursdays, but Mondays or Tuesdays might be good. You could cover viewer questions or maybe even do a cooking experiment - regular vs. reverse searing, does spritzing on a long cook actually accomplish anything, does adding wood chunks/chips on a short cook (such as steak or burgers) actually enhance the flavor - these are just a few suggestions. Stay well, keep smiling, and I look forward to the regular features. Ken

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, Ken. Troy wouldn't care if I did something like this on Thursdays. It's just not in his DNA to let stuff like that bother him. I probably will do stuff like this from time to time but it won't be a weekly them. Maybe every couple of months. Will see. Thanks for you input though.

I’ve had a Weber sitting in the box for almost two years now. I’ve been using a gas grill this whole time you have inspired me to get it out and try the charcoal game. Thanks man!

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Have fun with it!

Thanks - just bought the Summit w/o the table. Love it after 2 cooks for all the reasons mentioned. Had a BGE Large for 10 years good but hard to clean, move, clean, heavy and had to buy all the accessories to get to the same level of functionality. Agree Weber lowers the price about 30% and they take market share. Also had Traeger electric - ok but not the same as charcoal and wood chunks. So very pleased to be back to charcoal with the Summit. Thank again, Mark.

@BabyBackManiac

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for reporting back. I get this alot. I also get the "You have no idea what you are talking about because nothing is better than ceramic...and no, I've never used the Summit and haven't compared it but still I'm dug in on this one" comments. lol. Have a great rest of your week!

Love your videos. So many amazing comparisons and cooking tests plus you’re such a genuine bloke. Keep it up

Awesome video as always! Your videos are what made me really sit up and pay attention to the Weber and ultimately order it. That was before I even knew this one existed. I ordered today and will receive it in a couple days. Keep doing what you do, it is awesome!

One year later, does this still ring true for you? I'm currently at this crossroads and would love to hear your opinion after a year has passed. Thank you for the insight.

LOVE THIS! 4yrs later and it's still very helpful

How is the smoke flavor on something like a weber summit? Thinking of buying one but I've been burned in the past with some smokers that just don't produce much of a smoke flavor. Thanks

When I bought my ceramic grill, I did the research and came up with the same stuff. BGE put out an awesome product, in 1972. Of course since then they have done nothing to improve it until they started losing market share. Add in that everything is an add on and that showed me that I would never own a BGE unless they changed drastically. I bought a Kamado Joe and have been thrilled with it. I have coworkers that would only ever buy an egg because it's the name. They are the ones that get the name brand of everything, just because it's the big name, not because it's a better product.

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome. I'm glad our research lined up. Thanks watching.

@nickgillio2304

4 жыл бұрын

Just because everything is an add-on doesn't me and you shouldn't have gotten an egg The egg has a lifetime warranty on all ceramics the kamado Joe doesn't I work at a business where we are a dealer for both big green egg and kamado Joe the egg has a far better warranty and is made out of far superior materials meaning it is 100% ceramic The kamado Joe is only 30% ceramic and the rest clay and other mixtures both cook relatively the same but both will not last the same amount of time

This is great info! Just came across your videos, and I'm really enjoying them!

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. I really appreciate you taking the time to leave a note. Have a great weekend. Justin

Awesome evaluation. Thank you for the information.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. I'm glad you found it helpful. Justin

Such a great review and your pointing without looking was very well done.

Video of Dave crapping a brick would be epic particularly with your editing. Eggsclent Overview BBM!

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

You should have seen the text Dave sent me when he saw that. If what he said was true, I was glad there was no video. lol. Have a great rest of the week, Jason.

I want another video like this. Something informal where you're just giving us your experiences about stuff. You have quite a lot of knowledge that the rest of us don't because you've experimented so much.

@BabyBackManiac

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eli. I appreciate the feedback. Have a great week

Do you like the Weber kamado or the lone star Santa Maria better. Trying to decide which one of the two to get and figured you can help with your experience from both. Thanks

The one thing that I really like about you is that you reply to all the people who respond to your videos. You respect your audience. There are many food video makers who seem to have their reply button turned off. Thank you for your respect.

@BabyBackManiac

5 жыл бұрын

I try too but the volume of comments and messages has gotten to the point where it’s hard. Several hours every day. I won’t be able to much longer but I do what I can.

I am looking to purchase a ceramic grill which one do you like better ? the Primo or Big Green Egg XL. and why ?

I like this freestyle format! My first "real grill" was an old school Weber performer (with stainless cart) for $20 or $25 bucks at a yard sale 20 years ago. It's still going strong. I agree with the ceramics being fragile in the Kamados. I had decided my next big grill purchase would be between the new, larger PK Grill and the Blaze Kamado. It looks like I'll be throwing the Weber Summit Charcoal into the mix as well. Keep up the great videos.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Keith, I love those old Performers. I had the model that came right after yours. No stainless, but I still liked it. I never should have sold it. it was a fantastic grill. The PK and the Blaze both look interesting to me as well. Let me know what you end up getting. Justin

When I clicked on this video I said to myself, "I'll never watch this whole video." Touche Sir.

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

Haha thx

@adamjones345

4 жыл бұрын

i concur swicks...he has an uncanny ability no to beat around the bush and one can appreciate the obvious time he’s spent behind a grill!

Hey Justin, I just ran into your channel this weekend and you’ve got some great content. I’m playing with the idea of getting a new smoker and some flavor of kamado is high on the list right now, but I’m also thinking about a backwoods chubby and was wondering if you’ve had any experience with vertical water smokers and if so what your thoughts were on them

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

Hey, sorry I'm just now getting back to you on this. My computer hard drive went down and I just got it back and for some reason this ended up in my SPAM filter. The short answer is I don't have any experience with a vertical water smoker short of seeing them. You might look into Lone Star Grillz as they have a really nice one at a reasonable price...but I've never had one. Sorry.

Fantastic video! I have been considering upgrading my kettle grill and this video provided valuable information. Thanks!

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

I'm really glad it helped. Thanks for watching! Justin

This is great Justin! Extremely helpful. Format is perfect... and yes if ones heart is set on what ones heart wants, nothing else will satisfy

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Louis. Yeah, I think people should get what they really want. It may not end up being what they thought it would be but at least they won't always wonder. Plus, it could be amazing! lol Justin

Love your honesty!

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Love your comments. LOL

Hi, just discovered your channel and love it! I'm getting into kamado and trying to figure out what to get. My question is whether you would still recommend the Kamado Joe if it's the classic (the original). There's a huge sale at a place near me, so it's fallen to my price range. Important note is that it still comes with divide and conquer! Thanks!

So what accessories do you recommend, if any, for the Kamado Big Joe II and approximately how many racks of ribs or hamburger patties would you say it will cook at once vs. the Classic? I'm wondering if I need the Big Joe and wondering what accessories are a must as it looks like it comes with so many things out of the box.

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

If there is more than 3 people you are cooking for regularly and your can afford it, I'd recommend stepping up to the larger size. You can always split it in half if you don't need the space.

awesome video my frienvd... my favorite grill or smoker is my cinder block pit definitely one of the best cooker I've ever owned.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Yeah, my uncle has one of those. He fed everybody who came to my cousins wedding on it. It was awesome. It's not a smoker...more of a grill. I love stuff like that. I plan to make one of those some day.

@brucespradlin9626

7 жыл бұрын

Baby Back Maniac

@smcordy

5 жыл бұрын

This! I built a $125 pit big and tall enough for low temps and love it. Eventually I'll piece together a video of the build, for now pics are on FB: Papa Cordy's Extra Meaty Grill Shacc LOL

Amazing review thanks

Love your down to earth layman videos! Thanks for sharing.

Wonderful video, as always, keep up the great work!

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch. Justin

Great video! I’ve been a BGE owner for 15 years and love my BGE! However, I recognized that same complacency long ago in their business model.

I agree, am really happy with Summit after 2 BGE (xl & l). Replacing ceramic parts is $. The Summit, as you say, is a really great option. Alson charcoal consumption is pretty close. Love it!

Great content and format. I’m considering an XL Egg with wood table, versus the Summit Charcoal. The standard equipped Weber is actually the same price as as the Xl, table, with all the necessary accessories. Which would be your preference, considering I can get both for the same price? Thank you!

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

My personal preference would be the summit but I think I'm in the minority. LOL

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

Watch my review of the Weber Summit charcoal grill and you will see my reasons.

I would really like to know whether the weber kettle 26 (with the slow n sear) or the weber summit produces a better tasting brisket. Also, which one is better at what? I am leaning toward the kettle 26, but want to know what I may be missing about the summit (or ceramic cookers in general). Thanks

Once again, thank you for a great video Justin. I love the detail and honesty with all the info you give. I have to think of a way to justify adding another grill/smoker to the collection....Weber really is pricing themselves into a MUCH smaller market. Thanks again for your great work.

@BabyBackManiac

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, Paul. I don't understand how they do it with a straight face. With that said, it's still my favorite cooker and I honestly think if they charged about half what they did they would have the lion's share of the kamado market by now.

Are the leg sockets fake? Or is it the same grill just put into a cart, IE you could buy separate legs and essentially take it out of the cart?

Great video. I have a dumb question, so forgive me in advance. I was wondering what advantage the Kamado style grills have over the standard kettle grill?

I have wanted to get feedback on the changes they made to the Summit Charcoal to change it to the Summit Kamado...do you still recommend it as highly?

Love your honesty. I have 3 different Webers ( genesis gas, smoky mountain, and kettle). Just bought the kettle this spring and it's fast become my favorite. Like you said it does everything pretty well. From burgers to pork shoulder. No cash or room for a summit charcoal, but that doesn't mean I wouldn't love one.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jeff. I totally hear you. Like I said I think most people are normal and don't need to spend upwards of $2K on a cooker when they can get just about as much done on a versatile kettle. You're combination of cookers covers more ground than the Summit does anyways so looks like you are set to me. lol. Justin

Justin, I've looked at probably 30 different grills over the last two months, in person, online, forums, etc. I've checked through just about all the top quality manufacturers. I was drawn to pellet cookers because of the "all-in-one" concept that tries (struggles) to bridge the flavor of charcoal with the simplicity of gas. While I was drawn to the searing capability of the MAK 2-Star, I struggled with the thought of spending that much on a grill and ultimately decided that I love that perfect flavor charcoal imparts. That brought me to Kamados and the WSCG. After watching hours of your videos on each, I'll be ordering the WSCG after I move in 2 weeks and I'm pretty confident in my decision. I almost never leave comments, but really wanted to reach out and say thank you for your transparency, information, insight, opinions, and passion about smoking, grilling, and outdoor cooking. You've really helped my process and inspire some great cook ideas. Thank you so much!

@Fatboypool

4 жыл бұрын

Christopher King Komodo Kamado

@praetorxyn

4 жыл бұрын

If you want the absolute best, it's Komodo Kamado. Makes the other ones look like toys to be honest. If you want a virtually indestructible Kamado it's the Blaze.

Great info Justin thanks for putting this video up. It’s nice hearing the perspective of someone who actually owns all of the grills being compared/reviewed/recommended.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeremy, That's sort why I did it. I realize not many people are in a position to talk about it from that perspective. Glad you liked it. Justin

Great evaluation my friend. I own a KJ and love it. It has helped me to become a better back yard griller. Learning a lot from your channel.

Thanks for this video. It was exactly what I was looking for on the WSCG. I like this format for what it's worth. This is a nice change up to the cooking videos. A bit like Troy. Good stuff 👍

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Robin. Yeah, I didn't really realize how much it was like Troy's videos until I watched it later. I decided to go with it. Glad you liked it. Justin

The only thing I’d caution is that the standard sizes of BGE and KJ units lends itself to shared aftermarket ads ons. Does the Joetisserie and Pizza-Porta fit with the Summit? I ended up going with a BGE XL and am glad I did because of all the things which fit it.

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

They are the exact same size so most of the accessories fit. I don't think the rotisserie does but that's not because of size thing that's because of something to do with the where the hinge connects, I think. They have that's one of the reasons why I bought the summit. Standard sizing

I'm trying to decide between the Summit Kamado and a Kamado Joe Big Joe. I hear lots of people talk about moisture retention with a ceramic Kamado, is that something that exists with the Webber Kamado or not? Thanks!!

I’m pretty New to the BBQ Scene and would just like to say a BIG thanks to all the helpful advise and tips you bring in your Videos Many Thanks from Malcolm in the UK 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks

I know this is older, but thanks a lot for this analysis! I bought an Akorn as a "starter" so I could get familiar with the style of grilling/smoking before I actually dropped real cash on one of the three you mentioned here. I really want to go with the Summit. I feel like it will last me decades without problems.....Weber....the Apple of grills.

First of all thanks a lot Justin for the extensive explanation. It's a great help, I'm right not in the process of deciding what of those I should get. It's invaluable to have someone who both knows what they're doing AND also happened to use all the kettles over a longer period of time. I can't say I'm unhappy with you picking the WSC first, it's also the one I'll most likely get. Here in Germany, the WSC is also pretty good value (I mentioned that in a comment that was way to long on another video of yours), selling at 2k and 2.5k with table. I know it sounds very expensive, but that's due to shipping, customs and sales tax. The other name brand Kamados are even more expensive. I don't know that the Weber is the best value (I think everybody oughta figure that out themselves), but it's pretty good for what you get. I even saw an offer for about 1.6k. Including the above mentioned factors for importing the WSC, that's pretty close to your ideal price of 1.2k and 1.5k respectively. Oh and one last thing. Really appreciate you still finding the time to answer as many comments as you can (which is almost all of them) even though you're past the 10k subscriber mark.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jan-Alexander, Going to continue to do this as long as I can. As you can tell, sometimes it takes me a while to get back to them because they pile up so fast nowadays. It's kind of ironic. My favorite thing about KZread is watching my friends videos and interacting with my subs but the longer I do KZread the less time I have for either of those things. I appreciate you noticing. Justin

Great presentation, yep it's little long but you've done a great job at pointing out the pros and cons of the options. in the end you are right it all boils down to personal preferences based on price, looks and gut feelings. In any case I appreciate the comments and keep up the good work.

would you use sns on kettle or get wsm for smoking have 22 inch kettle and don't know what to do

@llamawizard

7 жыл бұрын

Robert Price I have the 22 with the SNS, and it is pretty fool proof. really uped my grilling and smoking game.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

It really depends on your budget and how many people you plan on cooking for. The only reason to get the WSM over the kettle is for extra room (plus it's fun to use.) If it was me and I was in your shoes (with enough of a budget for a WSM, I'm assuming.) I would get the 26 kettle and take the leftover money and whatever you get for selling your 22 kettle and buy the Slow N Sear. I think that's a great set up that would last for as long as you need it to. It can fit anything you'll need to cook. However if you need more space than that, that's where the 22 WSM comes into play. Justin

Best explanation ever! Thx a lot

Great video and concept, Justin. It's a great opportunity for viewers like me to learn from your knowledge and experience

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Happy to help, Grant. Thank you for watching! Justin

very good points. thank you for what you do. it really helps taking the guess work off the less experienced griller/smoker/bbq folks.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Awesome! That was the entire goal. Thanks again, mtrotter2. Justin

Great comparison video thanks!👍👍

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mike. I really appreciate you watching! Justin

Do you think the Summit would be practical for weeknight cooking for quick cooks like chicken breasts or steak? I have a Traeger now, which is super convenient, but I’m looking for something that can do low and slow, but also give me a higher temp sear than the Traeger’s capable of. I’m also looking for a little more of a woody flavor than the Traeger provides. Kamado’s sound perfect, but I’m not sure how long they take to start up and get to temp since I haven’t worked with charcoal or solid wood.

Great video man! love watching your videos! -Kent

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kent, I really appreciate you watching! Justin

Thanks for the video. I think this format worked well. I have really been getting into grilling this year with my 22" kettle and I'm starting to want something a little better. This was helpful.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I could help! The 22 inch kettle is a great cooker. It's hard to beat for the money. Justin

Awesome perspective and candor! Your channel carries a lot of credibility...keep it up!

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pat. I appreciate it, man. I thought this would be a fun change of pace and it gave me an opportunity to do a huge information dump that I've been trying to get to for the last year and a half. lol Justin

You helped me make an informed decision on an kamado grill. Thanks!

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

My pleasure. That's what I'm hear for so that makes me happy.

Good job Justin i just got my Weber Summit Charcoal grill and i guess the 2 things that really stuck out was how heavy the charcoal grate is and i was surprised just how heavy the heat diffuser is i never expected it to be so rugged. Your videos helped my decide on the Weber thank's for everything.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

My pleasure. Glad you found it helpful. Justin

I thought I was watching a T-Roy Thursday chat for a second. just kidding, great info Justin!

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

I know, right? I just need the little travel trailer in the background and some wind chimes and I'm golden. lol. Thanks for watching, Brian.

Very helpful. Thank you!!

Hey Justin, I just wanted to say I really like who you are. Your videos are fun to watch and just seeing you being a good and happy family friendly kind of guy really makes me admire the kind of person you are. Keep up the good work and you have another subscriber!

@BabyBackManiac

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, bud. I really appreciate it.

Another great video, I'm wondering if you have a link to a video if you've done it, where you cover an affordable (not cheap) starter set up of a Webber kettle. Including a fan system, remote temp sensors and any other add-ons you feel are essential to breaking out in the charcoal grilling scene. Appreciate the work you do and the time you have taken to read this. Cheers

@BabyBackManiac

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion. I don't think I've done that but I'll throw it on the list of ideas.

Hey BBM, What do you think of the Orion cooker? How does the end product compare to other outdoor cooking equipment?

@monkeyb1820

4 жыл бұрын

orion is a roaster, not unlike doing camp dutch-oven cooking. You'll go through a lot of charcoal using it (and charcoal isn't cheap unless you get it on a good sale).

great video man. you really did a good job with this one

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Joe. It's the first time I've just turned on the camera and talked so I was a little nervous at first but I think I said everything I was trying to say. Justin

Thanks for the good comparison video! Really interesting content and I like the format. In my opinion the best thing about your channel is that you are giving honest opinions to your viewers. Also when it might not be the easiest thing to do like in Weber Smoke Fire videos.. I really appreciate it! 👍 I have at the moment only WSM. Love that in smoking, but planning to get also something for searing / direct grilling. My opinions are Weber Master-Touch GBS Premium E-5775 or Summit. Master touch would be way cheaper that Summit and I could continue smoke with WSM, but on the other hand Summit could do both.. Hmm, I'll continue whatching your videos during the winter time (here in Finland) and make the decision after few months. So keep on going and good luck for the 2020! 👍

Very informative from a man who has used these on a daily basis, exactly the sort of reviews i was after. Weber it seems are still the dominant force in the bbq world.

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

First off, thank you. secondly, yeah, Weber is HUGE. It's really hard to wrap the brain around how big they are.

@seikibrian8641

5 жыл бұрын

@@BabyBackManiac Weber has been an amazing success, especially considering that the first ones were just made from converted buoy parts, and that grills weren't originally the company's focus.

I appreciate your review. I would like to add, with regards to the storage issue, if you have a covered area, buy an island online. It was about $120 and I added several hooks to the outside for storing tools.

@BabyBackManiac

6 жыл бұрын

Interesting. Thanks for the tip.

For a person who wants a Kamado and cooks normally for 2 people and exceptionally for 4 would you recommend the BGE MiniMax ?

Amazing video Justin. Love how straight forward and honest you were. I'm the proud owner of a few cookers, and my favorites our my KJ classic and Joe Jr( that's actually my daughters).

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with having multiple options, right? That's at least what I tell my wife every time I bring a new cooker home. lol. Thanks for watching, Ryan. Justin

One of the most knowledgeable discussions on the subject ever. Your critical thinking comes through. I have a large BGE (love it), but I agree with you. Keep the good work up.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Tina. That means a lot to me.

Hi Justin..Addicted to your videos. I am getting ready for my next grill/smoker purchase. Moving away from my LANG 48 Hybrid Deluxe. Leaning towards the Summit charcoal but still considering the YODER flat top charcoal. Any insight or info. The YODER does not have as much exposure as the Weber.

@BabyBackManiac

5 жыл бұрын

Nothing has as much exposure as Weber though. Yoder is pretty popular amoungst bbq enthusiasts.

Great video, how is the temperature control in cold climate with the Weber ?

Hello Justin I enjoyed your video. My question is can you use charcoal briquettes in the Weber?

@BabyBackManiac

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, no issues at all.

Will the webber summit hold temps for a whole smoke like a kamado?

Great video. Been searching for comparisons between BGE and Weber Summit to help with my next purchase. Great to see the Kamado Joe in here too, which I knew little about.

@BabyBackManiac

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you found it helpful.

I just gained so much knowledge watching 1 video. Really appreciate that

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you. That was the goal and that's why I used this format. After 10 years of using so many different types of grills, I felt like I could put together a lot of good info in this format. I was worried it would be too long (it probably was) but I think it will help some folks. Thanks for watching, Justin

Good honest analysis. Competition is good for customers.

Excellent video Justin. You definitely helped me make a decision lol.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it helped, Eric! Thanks for watching! Justin

Good video Justin, I recently got a Big Green Egg however I still gravitate to the Weber Kettle 75 percent of the time especially if you want a versatile grill that is easy to move around and want to cook something simple like hamburgers and hot dogs. Thanks for the video!

justin another informative video .videos like this are the reason why I call you, T-roy, daddy Cooks, heavy metal BBQ ,Malcom Reed and the BBQ Pit Boys you guys the Titan's of grilling cuz you guys really know your stuff and you guys love grilling. Keep making videos I'll keep watching brother man have a good one

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

I'm just honored you put me in the list with those guys. I don't know Malcom or BBQPB personally but I do the other 3 and they are great guys. Justin

Hey Justin, first of all thanks a lot for your fantastic and very helpful videos. I have a 22“ Weber kettle and a Weber Genesis II LX (4 burners). Now I want to „complete“ my setup with a Kamado grill. I‘m stuck between the Weber Summit Kamado (E6/S6) and the Kamado Joe Big Joe III (which is nearly double in price)… What are your thoughts on this? Your advice is highly appreciated! Cheers from Bavaria Andreas

nice job on the Thursday chat with t roy, I enjoyed listen to your experience

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks John! I had fun!

Justin - I have an 18" WSM and consider it a "Briquette Hog" compared to my 40 year old pre BGE Japanese clay Kamado. I'm glad I didn't buy the 22" WSM. How does the Weber Summit compare with the ceramic Kamados as far as charcoal requirements per cook?

GR8 vid.. I've gone the route of the chargriller akorn and auto kamado... with a few mods I fabricated myself I feel I got the right all around grill/smoaker.. I did use parts and ideas from building UDS cookers .. even used the bottom of a cannibalized kettle to make a slow roller for my akorn. I'm always thinking. Lol..the only downside would be cooking space.. other than that. It's my preferred choice.. I liked ur insight and input.. keep these vids coming

Nicest guy on KZread, and his videos are always good I love this channel keep it going Justin 👍👍

Great information, thanks!

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

My pleasure. Thanks for watching. Justin

Hey Justin, what about the kettle 26" vs. the summit??? is it worth the jump? I mean, is the insulation really that much better?

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

The insulation works fine. Some people need it, and some don't. Value ("Is it worth it.") is a difficult thing to try to assess for somebody else because it's so personal to each person. To me, the best value in bbq is a 26 in kettle with a Slow N Sear. I don't think think the Summit is nearly as good of a bang for the buck which is why I said most people should do the 26 in the video. With that said, I'd buy my Summit again tomorrow. It's not the insulation and it's not really 1 thing so much as a series of things that make it a better user experience than anything I've ever done. I'll soon be coming out with a video where I break it down a bit more. Hopefully it will help. Justin

Nice talk Justin. Lots of good info from a first hand user. A lot of times you just hear people say that "they have heard that.. " but you know, because you have them all and have used the different grills side by side. That's always the best argument in a discussion, to be able to say: "- Yes I have" Thanks for this video.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Furree, Yeah that was one of the driving forces behind this video, actually. Not many people are in a position to say that who aren't trying to sell you something. I'm glad it helped. Justin

What are your thoughts on wsm vs weber charcoal summit for low and slow blue bag briquet with smoke wood chunk cooks?

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

I like them both, but they have different strengths and weaknesses. What exactly is the question you have? Maybe I can clarify. Thanks, Justin

I bought all three grills and feel the same way you do. You made very valid points. After my Big Green Egg experience I'll probably never buy another one. Both Big Green Egg and my dealer customer support has been awful. I'm liking my Weber Summit better than my Kamado Joe and I like my Kamado Joe better than my Big Green Egg. Where the Summit is really good too is high temperature pizzas!!! No gasket will to fry and it cools off much faster than both the Big Green Egg and Kamado Joe. I gave up trying to cook high temperature pizzas on my Big Green Egg, the first time I took it past 450° my gasket fried.

@BabyBackManiac

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I took a lot of crap for this video. Until somebody has had all three, they don't really understand. It's hard to get passed the look and feel of ceramic and see the bigger picture. I still say any of those grill a person could buy and be happy with (in the case of BGE if they had a good dealer.) Thanks for watching, Joe.

What a great video. Honest. Good perspectives. This guy has experience and knows his way around a grill. I'm considering the summit but I'm used to a 26" wide grill - and, I'm not sure if I will like that smaller size.

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rocky!

Thanks a lot for this video.. I really enjoyed you telling us to go with out gut.. my brother and my dad are egg heads and they want me to get an egg however there is just something about the WSCG that is pulling me in. I also love how it comes with a table and all the other accessories. This being said I would like your opinion.. I have an old hand me down kettle that is falling apart and I really enjoy cooking on it and would like to start smoking and doing briskets. so once this thing does kick the bucket is the WSCG my best option? Do you think it will last a good long time? Thanks again for this video! Really enjoy all of your videos. Cheers 💪🏼👍

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Hey Jordan, I think it will last as long as you need it too. Remember ceramics are fragile and porcelain coated steel (Weber) is not. The ceramics are heavy and held together by metal parts. So basically you've got a fragile heavy grill held together by metal parts or a lighter, not fragile grill held together by metal parts. It's not hard to do the math on that. That said, I think most people are better served by getting a 26 inch kettle with a Slow N sear than any kamado. It's a better value. Kamados are for nuts like me (and your family, apparently) who can't get enough of this stuff... lol. Thanks for watching, Justin

Ivory Tower ! Thanks for the video, if you could get one smoker under 300 what would you recommend/

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

lol. Thanks Josh. Yeah, my brain failed me. lol. For 300 I would get the 26 kettle. Easy. No question about it. It's big. Great deal for the money. Justin

I've never owned a green egg, but I never liked that their grate was below the lip of the main body nor their way of nickel and diming you for every little piece of the grill. "Oh you want a stand for it? Pay me!" " Oh you want a deflector plate? Pay me!". Thanks for your commentary on all three of these. You failed to mention your Komodo Kamado. Yes I remember. LOL

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

lol. The one I left out of the video was "oh, you want a cart that doesn't tip over? Forget that, but if you pay me for $150 for a "handler" you'll at least have something to grab on it's way down." That said, BGE is a good product. They just need to innovate more. Justin

@Fatboypool

4 жыл бұрын

BEER-N-BBQ by Larry this comment cost me $12,000. I never heard of Komodo Kamado until this comment. I googled that and I ended up buying the 42” with bronze tiles and every accessory. Thank you! 17028806100 if u like to meet me. Best regards:)

I bought a Kamado Joe because of these videos, everyone has an egg. So far so good!

Thanks for the video easy on the sugar by the way love the video, you are very wise and honest

@BabyBackManiac

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It was diet Mountain Dew. I know that's not great either, but it's not sugar. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Justin

Can you tell me about the PK grill? That's the on I am interested because it's seems a good value over all it should also last forever.

@BabyBackManiac

5 жыл бұрын

Never had one so I don’t feel comfortable commenting.

I’m just wondering where Primo fits in the ranking? I’m being offered a great deal on the Primo but I had planned on purchasing a kamado Joe III

Thanks for the video bud!

@BabyBackManiac

3 жыл бұрын

No problem 👍