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Tiles.. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Additionally, the design of the firebox is such that ALL of the air passes over the coals, which is not the case in other kamados. So even if the kk wasn’t truly insulated, it simply needs less air volume to maintain a given temperature because all the air entering the grill is fueling the fire. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Actually KK’s have no ceramic in them, and it’s the only truly insulated kamado grill available. The insulation prevents heat loss, so less fuel is required to maintain a given temperature..less fuel, less airflow. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I’m sorry, I didn’t read your post thoroughly. You’re right, the temp shouldn’t climb an additional 10° every time you open it. For 225°, your top vent should barely off the seat. Is it moving slightly when you open? When you light your fire, do you allow the temp to come up slowly? It’s possible the fire is somewhat choked as opposed to having the right lit coal/airflow combination. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Don’t worry about a 10° swing.. it’s insignificant. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I typically don’t wrap my briskets, but I believe this would be an exception. Secondly, I believe this is a textbook candidate for dry brining..basically salt it as much as you would under normal circumstances, let it sit uncovered overnight, then season as you care to minus the salt, and cook normally. Sous vide would be another option if you have that capability. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Good deal..this is kind of a common occurrence particularly on newer grills..or owners simply learn to check the doors as a matter of normal maintenance. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Make sure your draft doors haven’t worked open.. otherwise it’s possible you lit too much coal. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Well, dammit. Now pebble people can start saying that their grills cook as well as tiled grills!! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Cooking at your temperatures powered through the stall. Had you cooked at 225° ish, you’d still be cooking, wondering if it’ll be done in time. Neither is right or wrong, there’s simply a big difference in temps significantly higher than 225° as far as cook times. At the lower temp, the stall can last seemingly forever, or it can be somewhat linear. At 250°+, the cooking is quite linear, and the finish time can be fairly well predicted. Great job, I’m sure your guests will wonder how long you’ve been doing this! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I typically use foil, works fine.. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Don’t let anyone tell you differently, KK’s are in a class of their own..your idea to have parties and experiment is the best, find what you like! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

The KK is so well insulated, and so efficient, that once it’s heat soaked, at least at lower temperatures, there will be little difference in temperatures in various parts of the grill. I use a guru controller, and regularly the guru and the dome gauge are in sync. Either way, just be consistent.. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Either plan is fine, but you do want to finish early. A brisket wrapped in foil, then a a towel, then a cooler, (FTC), will stay hot for hours. I’ve cooked low/slo, and hot and fast, no real difference in in result. That said, 250°+ is more consistent time wise, because below that, the length of the stall is much less consistent. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Keep them whole.. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Yeah, this one is gonna be fun... Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Congratulations! You have now begun the transition to the dark side.. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Congratulations, you’ll soon find that there’s nothing like cooking on a KK! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I give it a 7-8 out of 10. My first brisket in a while..but I am my own worst critic. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I never get tired of seeing prime brisket on my KK. I’m using a dry coffee cardamom rub. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I’ve never had an issue getting my grill to temp..except when I used charcoal that had a lot of fines. I dump my charcoal, but if a particular bag has a lot of dust, I stop using it. KK’s don’t need to be as hands on, their insulating qualities make your cooking life so much easier. Bottom line..good airflow, good charcoal, your KK will do exactly what you want. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I believe anyone who’s dealt with Dennis would agree..I know I do. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

That’s not really true. Always fill your basket to the brim. Air+fuel=heat. If you control the airflow properly, your temperature will stay consistent. Perhaps you’re lighting too much coal in the first place? Even with a controller, you have to restrict airflow with the top vent..the controller only adds air, it can’t take it away if the temperature gets too high. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I’ve been using controllers for years..and love them. They’re not necessary at all, the kk will hold temperature perfectly by itself, but the controllers let me sleep better. Currently I’m using an ultraq, but there are several quality units available. I prefer the WiFi units, it scratches my techie itch. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

If you had a smolder, there’s air getting in. Make sure the obvious are all completely closed, and make sure your bottom vent hasn’t wiggled out a bit, and if you have the rear vent, make sure it hasn’t opened a bit. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk