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St. Louis style ribs. I don’t quite do the 3-2-1 method that everyone else does. I smoke at 225 until I get a color and bark that I like which is somewhere in the range of 3-4 hours. I do a foil wrap with (all measurements are estimates as I just eyeball everything) about half cup brown sugar, 4-5TBS butter, and 3 TBS of cherry habanero rib candy. Wrap with meat side down and place back in for probably about another 2ish hours or until I get the right “feel” and meat is pulled back from bones about half inch. I don’t glaze with bbq sauce as I feel that it gives a cheap taste to the ribs and I prefer my rub and wrap to the heavy lifting on the flavoring.

I am a long time user on a stick burner smoker but got my Traeger 2 years ago and have been pretty happy. Quite frankly you can’t quite replicate the quality that you get on a stick burner but the Traeger is perfect for ribs and poultry as far as the “end” product compared to stick burner. I mainly use the stick for brisket and other beef cuts because the Traeger can’t impart the bold smoke flavor that red meat needs. Other than that the Traeger has been a happy addition to the patio.

While out this past week noticed a small hole in the awning where it meets the camper. It’s about the size of a nickel (approximately half inch). Looking for any patch ideas to keep it from getting bigger. Thanks.

Curious to see who’s had first hand experience with the derringer on the new LP5s for 24-26. Definitely curious about any increase fuel efficiency while towing.

After weeks of looking and tons of research we settled on this 31ft 2023 Grand Design Transcend for our first Travel trailer. Wish us luck as me move from tent camping to this new endeavor. Tips, tricks, and suggestions are happily appreciated.

PFA: My wife and I have been long time campers but looking at pulling the trigger on our first TT. We found a new 2026 Primetime Avenger MKB and the floor plan and features seem to suit us perfectly. However, since we are new to the RV gang we wanted to know if any one has any first hand experiences with the avengers or things to look out for. Any advice, tips, suggestions would be appreciated.