Newbie here..........

trex1210

I am new to Eggs and new to non-gas cooking....I am very excited about getting an Egg and getting started!!!!

I am here to learn, and I have already learned a bunch by reading for a bit. I have plans to attend the Oklahoma Eggfest in April, and I am going to pick up a large Egg there.

I am going to get a plate setter, v-rack, and cast iron grids to start off with. What are some other have to have items to get started with?

Trey

Chef in the Making

Welcome aboard the egg train. This is a fun forum and the members are very helpful. There are a lot of accessories but one you did not mention is the instant read thermometer. I would recommend the thermopen, pricey but well worth it. I would also recommend mitts that can stand high heat and cover up your forearms. I have a pair of silicone mitts others recommend welders glove.

Celtic Wolf

Good Lump and Good meat!! :woohoo:

BigChar

Amen to that CW!

Welcome trex 1210! This site has been one of the best, and most affordable tools I have found. Don't be shy - lots of good advice here.

Car Wash Mike

Swing by and see me. Dhuff is usually in charge of crowd control for ribs. He will make sure you get a couple.

Mike

Celtic Wolf

But will they have meat on them...

Car Wash Mike

They do before I give them to him.

Mike

Morro Bay Rich

In my opinion, THE MOST NEEDED accessory is a probe thermometer. Without it it will be hit or miss even on the most expensive (or cheap) cuts.

dhuffjr

Hey I'll only eat one.....now that saucer and his sister....those two are trouble.

Celtic Wolf

What good is a thermometer without meat, lump and an ignition source???

Car Wash Mike

I will just set a slab back for the clan you are bringing.

Mike

Morro Bay Rich

Pete,

Up late again and sipping on the sauce?

Or just got a burr under your saddle?

Regretfully yours,
Rich

Celtic Wolf

Up late: Yes Must earn money... :ohmy:

Sipping: No regrettably :(

Burr: Nope.. Just think Meat, Lump and an ignition sources is more important then a thermometer :woohoo:

dhuffjr

A resturant slab for sure LOL

Unknown

You will need plenty of Oklahoma Choc Beer! This is an absolute must while tending the egg during rib cooks. Hope to meet you in April.

Rascal

And remember, good meat comes from happy animals!

trex1210

Thanks for all the replies..........

I am going to try and make the Eggfest for sure. Is the goal to try and sample something from everyone?

I am just hoping I can wait until then to buy my Egg.

Trey