Which WSM

[RangerJ]

Going with a Backwoods Party and a WSM for my new line up. The question is - Which WSM?

All smokers / tables and coolers will be packed in my Tundra. I have the 22" which was just delivered and I guess I never paid attention to how large they were. As big as my 2 UDS's.

I'm considering sending it back and purchasing the 18.5".

Thoughts?

[3 star redneck]

Wes, I think for your space requirements and your usage the 18.5 would be perfect.....IMHO..

[FR8 Train]

I have an 18.5 and it works awesome and I would recommend it to anyone asking, however, I do find myself wishing I had a 22 inch on occasion when I'm doing ribs. If you have a backwoods as well though I don't see why you wouldn't be fine with an 18.5. It will handle chicken and pretty good sized briskets.

[Cosmic Dave]

Ribs and brisket on the Party and chicken on the 18.5 WSM. Great combination
I have a 22 also and it's a fuel hog!

Dave

[RangerJ]

I've asked this once before and think I know the answer. The spares have to be trimmed, to fit in the Party correct? And I cook St. Louis style BTW.

[Cosmic Dave]

St Louis cuts will fit in the Party if you put them in at an angle - even after they are wrapped.
Also, I use an empty foiled water pan in the WSM for chicken. Helps to control the fire a bit but you can still get get it good and hot (350+) if you want to.

Dave

[atcNick]

Everytime I do ribs on my 18.5 I'm always wishing I had an extra inch or two.


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