Just got an RT-410 as a birthday gift

[Cazman]

Howdy folks! I just got an RT410 as a gift for my 60th birthday. I've never had or used a smoker before so I guess I've got some reading to do.

Am I going to like it?
Any 1st timer tips and tricks I should be aware of?
What's your favorite recipe for babyback ribs?
Can you smoke hot wings?

(So many questions.....)

Thanks in advance.
Caz

 

[Nikeguy53]

That's a great gift for your Bday.

 

[Jim6820]

Congrats on the new grill. @Cazman; that’s a great birthday gift for a young fella like you.

My first recommendation for a “1st timer” is “take it slow.” You will have a learning curve, but smoking/grilling isn’t rocket science.

I have no idea what kind of cooking tools you already possess, so here’s a basic inventory list to consider. Not trying to get you to run out and buy a bunch of stuff (and getting myself called an “enabler” by the good folks on this forum); just some suggestions on what I think you may find useful. Below is my basic list.

- Some kind of reliable probe-style thermometer; instant-read preferred
- Reliable kitchen timer
- Stainless steel tongs (without plastic/silicone tips)
- Gloves; insulated hot and surgical-type for meat prep
- A couple of decent knives; a general-purpose trimming/boning and a slicer plus carving fork
- Some kind of knife sharpening tools; whetstone or diamond stone, and honing steel

That should get you started. Others will likely offer additional suggestions. Good luck.

 

[Ol' Smokey]

Beer......

 

[C. Keeper]

Howdy folks! I just got an RT410 as a gift for my 60th birthday. I've never had or used a smoker before so I guess I've got some reading to do.

Am I going to like it?
Any 1st timer tips and tricks I should be aware of?
What's your favorite recipe for babyback ribs?
Can you smoke hot wings?

(So many questions.....)

Thanks in advance.
Caz

Happy Birthday

 

[Johnshac]

Welcome and happy birthday, mine was Friday but I’m a few years ahead of you. Just remember, the older the bull, the stiffer the horn. It only gets better! Lol.

 

[TheRicker]

Welcome to the forum! I hope you enjoy your new “Patio Legend”.

Here’s my first suggestion…

Five (5) Most Important Tips for New Pellet Grill Owners

(Maybe) The Best YT Video for New Pellet Grill Owners

 

[TheRicker]

And, oh by the way, @Jim6820 IS AN ENABLER!!!

 

[TheRicker]

And, oh by the way, @Jim6820 IS AN ENABLER!!!

…as well as about a half-dozen or so more of these fine BBQers.