I've been smoking for a several years now. After investigating many pellet smokers, I decided to get a WSM and Genesis gasser for quick outdoor cooking. When I want to taste some smoke, the WSM consistently delivers. The gasser works fine for quick outdoor cooking. I really wanted to justify a pellet smoker, but the food always tasted like it came from a (light) wood fired convection oven. But, it seems the way to go if you like a very light smoke profile.
For what I need, the WSM fits the bill. I'm a big fan of the water pan and use simple charcoal and hickory chunks. I can easily get it to hold low temps for longer than needed. I can take the pan out, crack the top or side and get the temps to soar. I can even use just the bottom section alone for a scorching "hibachi" type grill. It's my rib, brisket, chicken and pork machine. I also smoke peppers, onions, garlic, tomatoes and make a mean salsa and hot sauce.
The drum appears to be a heavy-duty version of the WSM (which is good). Probably better insulated and sealed. But I don't find any faults with my WSM, and love the water pan (it does make a difference). I was thinking about getting a second WSM but may get a drum. Are their any other drum advantages I missed or should consider?
Thanks and another great site, Big Poppa! I've been on one of your boards since 2002 (EBMM) - but just a lurker on the pellet one.
-hottoddy
For what I need, the WSM fits the bill. I'm a big fan of the water pan and use simple charcoal and hickory chunks. I can easily get it to hold low temps for longer than needed. I can take the pan out, crack the top or side and get the temps to soar. I can even use just the bottom section alone for a scorching "hibachi" type grill. It's my rib, brisket, chicken and pork machine. I also smoke peppers, onions, garlic, tomatoes and make a mean salsa and hot sauce.
The drum appears to be a heavy-duty version of the WSM (which is good). Probably better insulated and sealed. But I don't find any faults with my WSM, and love the water pan (it does make a difference). I was thinking about getting a second WSM but may get a drum. Are their any other drum advantages I missed or should consider?
Thanks and another great site, Big Poppa! I've been on one of your boards since 2002 (EBMM) - but just a lurker on the pellet one.
-hottoddy