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Failure yields experience

the ramblings of a person with a purpose

What Is This Site About?

I purchased my first pellet grill in 2016 without knowing a thing about them. I had heard of the name Traeger, and that was about it. So, naturally I bought a Green Mountain Grills (GMG) Jim Bowie with WiFi. Makes sense, right? No. Not really. 

I had the interest and that drove my willingness to buy a pellet grill rather than take any more time to fully research my purchase. My ulterior motive was to make great food for my family, and challenge my barbecue skills.

The problem I’m hoping to help with is getting the information, options, and capabilities of pellet grills out there. The other problem nowadays is the shear amount of manufacturers of pellet grills. How do you know which one to buy? I hope to answer that for you as well.

Here’s a few other things about me at that time. I had just moved to the country with my beautiful family, had 3 kids with a fourth on the way, had an established career, and had a longing for family and community. The days of the “Dad” stereotype were becoming full reality. It just made sense to have a smoker, to be able to cook, share, and enjoy good food, good company, and great times.
 

So, that’s where I was at, and recently I set out to upgrade my pellet grill. Just like in 2016, I felt like I was going to make an uninformed decision. I was almost to the point of just buying another pellet grill, and I stopped myself. Why, you ask? 

I realized I was stunted in my decision because of the many brands, options, and sizes out on the market. I didn’t know where to start, and wanted to get it over with. Get me something new and shiny in my backyard, and I’ll be fine. We all know about buyers remorse, and that’s something I didn’t want for me or anyone else. I started to break it down.

I wrote down all the different manufacturers, each of the models of pellet grills they offered, and compared the main features highlighted by each brand. I then took my own experience with my personal pellet grill and thought of the things I would change or want from it that I didn’t currently have.
 
After all that, I had all the makings of a scene from a good crime drama. Papers everywhere, stats, reviews, pictures, notes, and lines connecting one thought to another. I took it to the extreme and spent the time that the average person doesn’t have in order to make an informed decision. It hit me. I need to share this, and there is no reason this can’t be a more simple venture. 
 
That is what this site is about. I wanted to put in the work, make it easier on you who just wants a good pellet grill to get to the good stuff. Family, friends, food, and good times. My goal is to bring value by filling in the spaces in your pursuit to a decision so that it can be informed and one you are comfortable with.
 
Parting Thoughts
 

I have a theory that people looking out for a pellet smoker generally fall into 3 different categories. Those that want a smoker. You’ve seen a commercial, been over to a friend’s house, seen one at the local hardware store, or just have a general intrigue in something new. Regardless, the interest is there, and a want is seeking to be fulfilled.

Next, comes the need for a smoker. To fulfill the need, created by the want a person should have some working knowledge on what smoker they want. In order to get that knowledge, the internet becomes a close companion in the search for the perfect smoker. That, is where this site comes in handy.

Finally, after the pursuit of a smoker is met, comes bliss in having a smoker. The great part is that owning a smoker is just the beginning. Discovering and perfecting the craft after each smoke brings confidence, exploration, and the urge to show off a new skill.

Admittedly, there are countless details in between wanting, needing, and having a smoker. The purpose of this site is to make those details a little more clear.

Much appreciation,

David

Seasoned & Smoked

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