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Switching from BGE lump to Rockwood
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johnkitchens
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I have had my large egg since December 2012. The only lump I can buy locally is BGE lump. I have read so many favorable posts about Rockwood that I ordered 5 bags. My wife just called and said they were delivered. It will be this weekend before I can try it out, but I can't wait.
If I like it as much as I think I will I am going to order a pallet of it.
If any of you have switched from BGE lump to Rockwood please tell me your thoughts.
Louisville, GA - 2 Large BGE's
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Switched to Rockwood 5 months ago…excellent results. Used to use OO but it became too pricy.Fairview, Texas
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I switched from Royal Oak (who makes BGE lump) to Rockwood. Will never look back. The lack of VOC's in Rockwood doesn't even compare to RO. I can light the fire, get to desired temp and start cooking. With RO, I had to wait 45 min for the VOC's to burn off. Now what do I do with the 9 bags of RO I have????LBGE, Marietta, GA
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Thanks guys. @tuloclay I just read last week that RO makes the BGE lump. From what I understand RO is a low quality lump. I would think the BGE would want someone better producing their lump. Now I am wondering if I have ever cooked a meal on my egg that all of the VOC's were burned off. I usually wait around 30 minutes before I put my meat on, but sometimes the center is burning pretty good, but the sides really aren't going that great. I do remember a few months back I lit the lump and started cleaning the pool and time got away from me. When I realized it the fire was absolutely roaring. I mean every piece was burning and if I am not mistaken that cook was one of the best I have ever done. I can't wait to try Rockwood this weekend. This may just change my cooks for the better!Louisville, GA - 2 Large BGE's
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+1 on Rockwood. I used 1 bag BGE, several bags of Frontier, and a few Kroger bags....Rockwood is my favorite !!!!! No regrets. Hope it works out for you.
Donnie Dawes - RNNL8 BBQ - Carrollton, KY
TWIN XLBGEs, 1-Beautiful wife, 1 XS Yorkie
I'm keeping serious from now on...no more joking around from me...Meatheads !! -
Bummer, I went to try and buy some Rockwood online as there were no dealers in the area and I got this wonderful message
*** Not available for sale/shipment to in California ***
:(( ~X(Large BGE in a Sole' Gourmet Table
Using the Black Cast Iron grill, Plate Setter,
and a BBQ Guru temp controller.
Medium BGE in custom modified off-road nest.
Black Cast Iron grill, Plate Setter, and a Party-Q temp controller.
Location: somewhere West of the Mason-Dixon Line -
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When I can't find anything else and I am out - I will use BGE. It is a decent charcoal. Definitely prefer Rockwood.Cookin in Texas
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johnkitchens said:Thanks guys. @tuloclay I just read last week that RO makes the BGE lump. From what I understand RO is a low quality lump. I would think the BGE would want someone better producing their lump.Re-gasketing America one yard at a time.
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tulocay said:I switched from Royal Oak (who makes BGE lump) to Rockwood. Will never look back. The lack of VOC's in Rockwood doesn't even compare to RO. I can light the fire, get to desired temp and start cooking. With RO, I had to wait 45 min for the VOC's to burn off. Now what do I do with the 9 bags of RO I have????
I will gladly buy them from you. I have no problems with RO!Extra Large, Large, and Mini. Tucker, GA -
Sorry @RRP. I am just going by what I have read on this forum.Louisville, GA - 2 Large BGE's
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stevebrett257 said:Had 5 bags delivered today! Tired of RO and VOCS.Louisville, GA - 2 Large BGE's
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Agreed that Rockwood is great stuff. But RO isn't that bad, especially considering the price and availability. Now that HD carries it, I only have to drive 10mins to get it. I wish Rockwood was that easy to get. Someday...
#1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February 2013 • #3 Mini May 2013A happy BGE family in Houston, TX. -
I am 30 miles away one way from the nearest WalMart and one hour away one way from the nearest Home Depot. All I can get locally is BGE lump.I am hoping that I love Rockwood so I can buy a pallet of it!Louisville, GA - 2 Large BGE's
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So here's a question. I've been reasonably OK with BGE lump up til now. I don't mind waiting until the VOCs burn off - 30 min or so, but I'm always looking to upgrade.
I picked up a big bag of FOGO off of Amazon in anticipation of running out of BGE. But I probably have one large load of BGE left, and I'm about to attempt an 18lb butt and 10lbs of wings for the parades this weekend (not at the same time).
I've heard good things about the FOGO, but I haven't used it. I did run out of lump on one BGE cook, but that was mostly my own fault (some used lump and I didn't fill it up enough).
Should I use the unfamiliar FOGO lump for this important cook, or go with the known, but allegedly inferior BGE/RO lump that I am familiar with. What say you?
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You will really like the Rockwood. Smells better, burns longer and even sounds better. Especially on the low and slow cooks.XL BGE; Medium BGE; L BGE
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I started with BGE, then went to Dragon's Breath, and have now settled on Rockwood. Great smoke, gets plenty hot, and easy to light. Hope you enjoy as much I as do.
Cheers!
Chris
Chris
St. Louis, MO
Unit 1: LBGE, cedar table Unit 2:Akorn -
I have been using the royal oak 18 pound bags from RD for several years and used RO from Walmart before that. I have never once had an issue with food not tasting good from the charcoal. Its easy let it burn 30 minutes and your good to go.
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Lit said:I have been using the royal oak 18 pound bags from RD for several years and used RO from Walmart before that. I have never once had an issue with food not tasting good from the charcoal. Its easy let it burn 30 minutes and your good to go.Re-gasketing America one yard at a time.
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Anyone have a retail price on Rockwood?Joe - I'm a reformed gasser-holic aka 4Runner Columbia, SC Wonderful BGE Resource Site: http://www.nakedwhiz.com/ceramicfaq.htm and http://www.nibblemethis.com/ and http://playingwithfireandsmoke.blogspot.com/2006/02/recipes.html
What am I drinking now? Woodford....neat -
joe, i read in a forum post that you can buy in ace hardware in atl area for 24-28/bagBeaufort, SC
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RRP said:Lit said:I have been using the royal oak 18 pound bags from RD for several years and used RO from Walmart before that. I have never once had an issue with food not tasting good from the charcoal. Its easy let it burn 30 minutes and your good to go.
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4Runner said:Anyone have a retail price on Rockwood?
LBGE
Cedar table w/granite top
Ceramic Grillworks two-tier swing rack
Perpetual cooler of ice-cold beer
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Hungry Joe said:RRP said:Re-gasketing America one yard at a time.
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Where is the best place to buy it online? I live in Michigan and there are no locoal dealers.Cooking on a XL BGE from Allendale, Mi.
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I've used BGE, RO, Cowboy, Frontier and just found some Wicked Good Weekend Warrior. The only lump I was truly disappointed w/ is Frontier...because had a lot of uncarbonized lump, VOCs took well over 1hr to dissipate and throughout the entire cook the lump snap crackle and popped (BADLY). I was hoping to like Frontier as I found it at Sams Club for $10 per #22 (bought 2 bags to give it a try). Anybody else find Frontier to be ok and perhaps I just got 2 bad bags? I have not used the Wicked Good as of yet but, per forum talk sounds like a winner??? And it was reasonably priced but, not as low$$ as Frontier. What say you?LBGE 2013 & MM 2014Die Hard HUSKER & BRONCO FANFlying Low & Slow in "Da Burg" FL
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I am still a newbie but it seems that Rockwood holds a steady temp much better than BGE, Kroger, or Frontier ( the only ones I have used ) For shortening the BGE learning curve, using Rockwood lump is a +1. No I don't work for Rockwood !!!!
Donnie Dawes - RNNL8 BBQ - Carrollton, KY
TWIN XLBGEs, 1-Beautiful wife, 1 XS Yorkie
I'm keeping serious from now on...no more joking around from me...Meatheads !! -
butert said:Where is the best place to buy it online? I live in Michigan and there are no locoal dealers.
Order 5- 20lb. bags and get free shipping. -
Tried to put site on but it didn't work, its FIRECRAFT.com
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