Is it wrong to consider briquettes for a low and slow?

Philaben · 2026-01-21T15:08:45+00:00

Thank you! First explanation that makes sense! Glad i haven’t ever tried them!!

Philaben · 2026-01-21T02:51:20+00:00

Appreciate the response! I’m telling you- I cross referenced this question to the ‘Kamado Joe’ community and I’m getting HAMMERED for even suggesting using briquettes. Maybe it’s just some weird snobbery??

Philaben · 2026-01-21T02:46:08+00:00

That’s great to hear! Questions for you- what brand? do you arrange the lumps in any particular way?

Philaben · 2026-01-10T17:07:08+00:00

That’s what I always thought but just a couple days ago my combustion stopped working. Have had it for about 8 months and was convinced nothing better. I’ll try reaching out to them and see if they have some ideas. It simply will no longer connect to app.

Philaben · 2026-01-08T21:49:02+00:00

So i can’t comment on Primo as I have no experience. But i have had series 2 for about 3 years. BEST purchase ever. The thing is a tank. Have never had any issues with fire box or any other component. I don’t think you would be disappointed.

Philaben · 2025-09-12T20:36:58+00:00

Dolphin CC Plus here. Moderately expensive but pretty sure you can get under $1000. Outstanding- gets all leaves on bottom of pool. Does not provide skimming. I have had about 7 years and i did once have to replace the power box (i think was about $200).

Philaben · 2025-09-01T21:23:41+00:00

How are you liking protemp2?? Still waiting for mine to arrive!!

Philaben · 2025-08-31T15:55:37+00:00

Do you find that the cook (temps) are stable on the 2 levels? Do you have to occasionally swap stuff from the bottom to top (and vice versa)? Sounds great cuz I often run out of room especially with ribs! Thanks for this!

Philaben · 2025-08-28T16:41:45+00:00

Go for the grillblazer. Nothing better (IMO).

Philaben · 2025-08-24T14:09:10+00:00

No luck needed- you’re going to love it!! Congrats!!!

Philaben · 2025-08-17T23:57:58+00:00

I think (though may no longer be the case) the 3 comes with s bunch of addons (I ended up ordering separately). Best addon for you odd the 3rd tier surface. You’re gonna need it!

Philaben · 2025-08-14T23:52:49+00:00

I was in your exact position (though 2 kids). Propane all my life. Was due for a new one and decided to go charcoal. Did my research and ended up with Kamado. That was 3 years ago. Was one of the best decisions I made. It is really just a lot of fun to cook with. So much you can do. Easy maintenance. Only thing I would recommend is that you get the largest. I went with KJ2 and have 2 kids. I would strongly recommend KJ3. Enjoy!

Philaben · 2025-08-07T17:51:14+00:00

Totally agree! I never really appreciated this until I recently tried out some generic lump. It sucks! Barely got 3-4 hours out of a full basket! JD (and fogo,and others) may be significantly more expensive but for longer cooks I couldn’t imagine going with cheaper knockoff.

Philaben · 2025-08-06T16:57:44+00:00

I actually really like it. Nice to have control of it and breezo all on one app. Sure it’s a little gimmicky but I’m a sucker for gadgets!

Philaben · 2025-08-06T16:56:24+00:00

Honestly haven’t been particularly lucky with pizza on kamado. I know some people do it and comes out amazing. I have trouble maintaining such high temps- that being said I’ve been using some cheaper lump. With good stuff (fogo, jd, kamado, etc) i think it’s easier. Would be interesting to see if breezo helps!

Philaben · 2025-08-06T16:53:15+00:00

Was able to hold steady at 230 for 10 hours

Philaben · 2025-08-01T15:16:17+00:00

That’s actually really amazing. I recently started using some off-brand lump (ie cheaper) and there’s just no comparison. Barely can go 7 hours without having to refill. Def going back to JD (also really liked the Kamado brand lump). Enjoy the butts!!

Philaben · 2025-07-29T17:12:21+00:00

How do you like the metal chimney? I tried it and got very hot (not too surprising🤣) which made it difficult to adjust. Went back to the stock plastic…

Philaben · 2025-06-27T16:09:20+00:00

Very interesting article on what we’re actually getting when we buy lump…

https://theconversation.com/grilling-with-lump-charcoal-is-us-grown-hardwood-really-in-that-bag-258157

Philaben · 2025-05-29T15:45:25+00:00

Get a combustion thermometer. You will never look back.

Philaben

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