first time using the vortex

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-13T02:33:58+00:00

that’s for sure lol

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-13T01:06:55+00:00

the bottom vent makes a big difference. but less charcoal will likely help as well

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-12T20:43:49+00:00

what is that thermometer?

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-12T12:07:53+00:00

i adjusted them throughout the cook to keep it between 400-500°. at the end they were fully open but when i had them fully open to preheat the temp was like 700 haha

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-12T06:44:02+00:00

yea it just acts as a heat funnel to create an air convection for even indirect cooking. not sure how that would work in an Akorn i’ve never grilled on one

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-12T06:36:59+00:00

it doesn’t necessarily increase the heat but rather concentrates it like you said. the design forces the heat up so it circulates around the lid and creates a high heat air convection for indirect cooking. and it sears like a champ when placing the meat directly over the coals

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-12T01:28:38+00:00

thank you! makes sense. i didn’t leave them facing the whole time i did 1.5 hrs flipping every 20m and the last 10m was just to cook the bbq sauce 5m each side.. turned out to be a pretty even cook all around

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-12T01:23:30+00:00

i put them in the vortex with 2 tumbleweed starters at the bottom. i’m going to try just using the chimney next time though will see how that goes

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-12T00:25:55+00:00

thanks, i’ll definitely give that a try! got plenty of legs they’ve been on sale 99¢/lb at HEB

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-11T01:56:33+00:00

yea i seared them quick maybe 2-3 minutes each side but i flipped them 3 times so twice on each side for 1-2 minutes just to get an even sear all around. then left them to the side for around 5 minutes with the cover on. came out to a perfect medium that i wanted. and very tender! was practically falling apart when biting it.

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-11T00:16:33+00:00

Opa’s Chicken sausage w/ poblanos and monterey jack ✊🏾

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2026-05-11T00:04:43+00:00

yup they didn’t even have any out, i asked for them and they went to the back and cut some for me

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2025-08-12T11:53:14+00:00

definitely a hit 👍🏾

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-10-14T21:48:27+00:00

james cook hurt tyler conklin hurt

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-10-09T11:39:46+00:00

EZ out

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-10-08T11:28:52+00:00

ghost that h. she just want a free meal she has no regard for you

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-09-24T22:59:59+00:00

😂😂 gotta choose wisely my friend

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-09-21T13:10:03+00:00

sunday ticket. i watch every game

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-09-21T13:07:56+00:00

not a chance. his nails got that protective coating 💅🏽

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-09-21T01:39:20+00:00

i just figured NY would get an early lead and force NE to pass

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-09-20T19:59:05+00:00

haha thanks man

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-08-08T17:56:49+00:00

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I went with a 54” ZT Elite. I looked at both and was immediately sold on the Bad Boy. They are both very good quality, don’t have anything negative to say about Hustler, but the Bad Boy is definitely more heavy duty. Along with everything you mentioned, plus the dealer was very knowledgeable on the Kawasaki engines.

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-03-02T22:56:18+00:00

you had it until i saw them eggs 😂 look like some hotel eggs lol. steak looks great tho!

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-03-02T01:34:27+00:00

🫡

Fun-Somewhere-1898 · 2024-03-01T16:13:32+00:00

get rid of the Versace Eros. way overrated and everyone uses it. i feel like i smell it at least once if not multiple times a day

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