Gear We love
Who doesn't love a great BBQ gadget? After years behind the smoker, we've tried just about everything — and most of it ends up in a drawer. The gear below is what actually earned a permanent spot in our pit. These are the tools, accessories, and essentials we reach for every single cook.
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Temperature Control
FireBoard 2
This smart thermometer allows you to track up to six temperature probes in real time via iPhone, Android, or any web browser.
Competition Series Probes
A small diameter probe in to get precise readings when appearance matters or where space is limited.
FireBoard Spark
The ultimate smart instant-read thermometer with Bluetooth connectivity, seamlessly integrated with the FireBoard app and temperature monitoring ecosystem.
Fire & Fuel
TUMBLEWEEDS
Made from natural wood and wax, Royal Oak® Tumbleweeds are the easy and all-natural way to start charcoal without lighter fluid.
Charcoal Pellets
Royal Oak® 100% Charcoal Pellets bring decades of charcoal expertise to pellet grilling, delivering high heat and authentic BBQ flavor you can taste.
Charcoal & Hickory Pellets
Royal Oak® 100% Charcoal and Hickory Blended Pellets combine that classic charcoal BBQ flavor and the sweet, smoky flavor of Hickory.
Essential Reading
Peace, Love & Barbecue
There's a reason why Mike Mills is simply known as The Legend. This memoir/cookbook combo is essential reading for pitmasters of any level.
Paul Kirk's Championship Barbecue Sauces
The title says "sauce," but the rub is the real prize. Paul Kirk invented the concept of barbecue rub, and inside he shares his thought process and formula for creating your own.
Dr. BBQ's Big-Time Barbecue Cookbook
Your favorite pitmasters learned from Dr. BBQ. You should too. Ray Lampe was an early pioneer of competition barbecue and has decades of experience behind him.
