My old offset smoker finally gave out last weekend during a cook for 20 people. What's a good replacement under $800?

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Oh man, that's rough timing! My buddy's offset died right before a big family reunion last summer. He ended up getting a Char-Griller and has been really happy with it.

janahenderson1mo ago

Yeah, that's the worst kind of timing. I always keep a backup plan for big cooks now, like a trusty old kettle grill or even just the oven on low. Last time my main smoker had a flare-up, I finished the ribs wrapped in foil in the oven and nobody knew the difference. The key is just keeping the heat steady and the meat moist, however you have to do it.