Reddit reviews Low & Slow: Master the Art of Barbecue in 5 Easy Lessons

Got a slew of books, but as has already been mentioned, Amazing Ribs is my primary source for pertinent BBQ data. There is simply no better resource out there, print, binary or otherwise. It's my go-to for technique.

For recipes, I have a decent library. Here's just a few of my books: [Smoke and Spice by Cheryl and Bill Jamison](http://www.amazon.com/Smoke-Spice-Cooking-Real-Barbecue/dp/1558322620/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1343976826&sr=1-1&keywords=smoke+and+spice0, Peace, Love and BBQ by Mike Mills, Big Bob Gibson's BBQ Book by Chris Lilly, Low and Slow by Gary Wiviott, Championship Barbecue by Paul Kirk, Real Grilling by Jamie Purviance, and few specialty books like Asian Grilling by Su-Mei. All excellent resources for recipes.

Do yourself a favor amd get a book called Low And Slow by Gary Wiviott. Follow his instructions and lessons amd THEN you are ready to consume all the tips online. Otherwise i have found that the internet is overwhelming with conflicting information.

I have taught about 5 people how to use my WSM with that book, for what its worth. The book teaches specifically for the WSM.

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Low & Slow: Master the Art of Barbecue in 5 Easy Lessons https://www.amazon.com/dp/0762436093/

An 18" WSM was my second smoker when I got into BBQ. Everyone will have a different opinion but for me leaving the top vent completely open and controling temps with the bottom vents worked the best. I highly recommend "Low & Slow" by Gary Wiviott. His instructions in the book are specifically on offsets and WSMs.

Weber Smokey Mountain 18 inch.

Get this book and start reading it before using the smoker:

http://www.amazon.com/Low-Slow-Master-Barbecue-Lessons/dp/0762436093

Buy the book Low and Slow by Gary Wiviott. I had detailed instructions for using a kettle, wsm or offset. Everything from starting the charcoal, meat prep rubs and sauces.

Low & Slow: Master the Art of Barbecue in 5 Easy Lessons https://www.amazon.com/dp/0762436093/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_aWEJDbVQJ03WS

This book worked great for me. I read it and did the lessons before I started paying attention to websites and blogs.

http://www.amazon.com/Low-Slow-Master-Barbecue-Lessons/dp/0762436093

OP I highly recommend this book. It reads like a lesson plan, is very descriptive, teaches you BBQ instincts and to learn your pit. Not sure what type of smoker you have, I'm a Weber smoky mountain fan.. which this is geared towards.. but I'm sure you could adapt.

Low and Slow: Master the Art of Barbecue in 5 Easy Lessons Wiviott,...

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I'm a big fan of this book:

Low & Slow: Master the Art of Barbecue in 5 Easy Lessons https://www.amazon.com/dp/0762436093/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ztCBDb4XHGH5H

Depends on your budget.

I learned on a 18" Weber Smokey Mountain and this book: https://www.amazon.com/Low-Slow-Master-Barbecue-Lessons/dp/0762436093

I bought this book when I started.

I know it sounds kinda silly but I loved the basics

• getting a great long-lasting fire
  
• rubs
  
  I also started with the WSM so this worked well for me but its not restricted to the WSM.
  

Thanks for the update. Glad it seems to be creeping in the right direction. I just ordered a used version of this book which details set up and usage of the WSM specifically. Harry Soo also has some good tips here about WSM usage that I plan on trying or at least cross-referencing with that book. Either or both might have some tips that could help you out. Good luck!

Pretty sure they use an electric smoker which isn't the best way to do it. You should try more places that aren't chains to get a better feel. I like Arby's brisket but it's by no means the best ever.

I recommend you get yourself a copy of Low & Slow and start reading on the process. httpsw.amazon.com/Low-Slow-Master-Barbecue-Lessons/dp/0762436093