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Heads up: I managed a steady temp all night on my offset.
Maybe it's just me but that's a big win in my book.
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brian_lane6mo ago
That's just basic pitmaster control.
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davidw146mo ago
Calling it "basic pitmaster control" kinda sells it short. That makes it sound like just turning a dial. With a big brisket, you're not just holding a temp, you're managing a whole environment for half a day or more. It's more like guiding a stubborn piece of meat through different stages, each one needing something a little different. The real skill is knowing when to leave it alone and when to step in, which only comes from messing up a few times. It's way deeper than just basic control.
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joel6856mo ago
Yeah, managing a big piece of meat like a full packer brisket taught me that control is everything. I found that keeping a steady, lower temperature for way longer than I thought was key. It just comes down to patience and trusting the process.
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