In Depth Look at the Outlaw BBQ Smokers

[@paulhughes8364]

These have a firebox throat like a Jambo, no wonder they cook so good

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Similar but different.

[@toddpower4674]

Id love the patio model. Very very nice.

[@bigde9052]

I would buy this pit over a Franklin pit any day. I think it's worth every dime.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Agreed

[@tomhopkins6758]

Some TUFF looking pits !

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

That they are!

[@timbunt8092]

Its almost as though you have been going thru my youtube search history from earlier in the week! Great vid. Thanks for sharing.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Haha! Thanks!

[@renebanda7743]

This was an awesome video!! Appreciate you giving us the in depth look!

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Appreciate it!

[@4seasonsbbq]

That's a pair of great lookin pits.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Thanks!

[@dezal06]

Hey Mark, can we get a fire management video for an offset? It's one of the things a lot of people struggle with when it comes to offsets. How to get that clean smoke and what to do if you're billowing white smoke

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

It’s already on the to do list. Hahaha! Won’t be too much longer.

[@JVitoux89]

I second this! Would love to see it!

[@ComparisonCooking]

These smokers are amazing! Great review!

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Thanks for watching!

[@papabearbackyardbbq2287]

Awesome pits. They build them less than 20 miles from me. I hope to have one some day

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

That they are!

[@richshackelford5793]

Nice looking pits have to check them out

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Appreciate it!

[@figirovac81]

Do you have a baffle plate that prevents the hot spot near the fire box?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

No. These pits do not have hot spots. No baffles needed.

[@LUCKYB.]

Though You Boy would have got with the program on the fire Box. V sides . For air flow .

[@millenialbroadcast]

Looks like an awesome pit

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

It is!

[@MAaronEdwards]

Mark, Regarding the firebox of the patio model, can the fire basket be pushed to one side allowing room for a split to sit beside basket to preheat before adding it to the basket? I like to preheat the split that is “on deck.”

[@MAaronEdwards]

Stumbled across the answer on the website. Thanks.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

You sure can. Sorry for the delay.

[@1984BBQ]

Those are some really nice pits. Great detail and very informative .. Stay safe and well .

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Thanks, you too!

[@TacticalStrudel]

how do you get clean smoke running your intake vent that much closed?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

It’s all about air flow. The stack basically sucks as much air as it needs. Even with the vent barely open it’s still allows a ton of air to be drawn through it at a higher velocity. If that makes since.

[@ghostface1737]

Thanks for the walkthrough. How does the finish coat hold up? Is it easy to maintain? Any known issues?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Both pits in the video were the older style. The new ones are all powder coated and hold up amazing! Easy to clean and slick finish.

[@ghostface1737]

@@SwineLifeBBQ thanks! This is the pit I’m going to buy.

[@mattl7424]

So the bigger model . I can tow around on the back of my truck just fine? Or do I have to put it on a trailer

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

You can tow it no problem. The hitch extends out for towing. Pulls like a dream!

[@HotRodDave]

Those are nice looking cookers!

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Thanks!

[@OffTheGr1dSquid]

Do you think this is a better option for a backyard patio compared to the Backwoods G2 Chubby smoker or a Shirley Fabrication Patio smoker?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

I prefer a dry cooker over a water cooker such as the backwoods. Just because they are easier to maintain and easier to build bark with. I do not have any experience with Shirley Fab other than the work looks top notch. Its all in personal preference. I do love my Outlaws!!

[@OffTheGr1dSquid]

Swine Life BBQ what is the official contact info for Outlaws? I found several different websites. I found a place here in Colorado that sells them but I want to see if customization is possible. Thanks for your feedback cheers

[@CoD_Maj3st1k]

What kind of paint is used to give these smokers a glossy, shiny look? The high temp paint I have seen makes it look like a dull black. Nothing like these pits. I can't find any video talking about it.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

They use several different paints and powder coats. I wipe them down pretty regular with WD-40 to keep them shining maintain the new finish.

[@PurpleChevron]

Mark I got a question for you. If you were cooking on the hybrid model you showed there the one with two doors, and you were just doing a single brisket, would you put it behind the door closer to the firebox or the door closer to the smokestack? Or do you think it matters?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

With how even the heat is I really don’t think it will matter but I do find myself cooking behind the left hand side door closest to the exhaust stack.

[@PurpleChevron]

@@SwineLifeBBQ thanks buddy. My Outlaw is being built right now and I am so excited about it.

[@DyaTrill]

Are there tuning plates to even the left and right sides? You said it cooks even, just curious how

[@yeetyeet8365]

How does it keep your sauces warm on top if it’s insulated 2””. You should be able to touch it.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Basically because after the first hour or so the heat is being radiated through the metal since it is all welded together. Over time it has no choice but to get warm no matter how much insulation is there.

[@bigstevessmokemchokembbq8746]

Thx for the information. Are there any cons?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Compared to other stick burners, I have nothing bad to say at all. These pits honestly are some of the smoothest running pits I have cooked on. Now if your coming from a pellet grill or something with temp control, you just have to remember to add a split about every 45 minutes to an hour and learn the air flow.

[@bigstevessmokemchokembbq8746]

@@SwineLifeBBQ ok thx...they are a beautiful piece of equipment that's for sure.

[@ramtough4384]

I just stumbled on to these pits, there is not a ton of reviews out there on them as of yet. How do they do in cold weather? I live in upstate, NY, and for a solid 6 months out of the year, it is less than ideal cooking conditions. I'm that guy who loves to cook year round and am looking for a pit that will hold temp even when it is snowing and blowing. Thanks for your time.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

I have cooked on the outlaw in windy below freezing temps with no issues what so ever. It’s actually cooks better the colder I think.

[@ramtough4384]

@@SwineLifeBBQ Thanks for the honest review. Now you have me very interested

[@joeyspangenberg3934]

What size wood splits do you use in the patio model?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Usually around 12” splits. About the diameter of a coke can.

[@darenleeper1644]

@@SwineLifeBBQ i dont have coke can diameter, do you think beer can diameter would do?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

@@darenleeper1644 yep as long as it’s not an ultra can.

[@dmdm9198]

Impressive

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Thanks!

[@mistateguy1986]

Great video Mark! I just bought an outlaw patio...any recommendations on a cover to use for it? Thanks!

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

I would reach out to Outlaw Directly.. I think he will be getting some made later own. Honestly a small car cover would work LOL

[@gtsum2]

nice video showing the features of each. One thing I am wondering is why do you control the temps with the exhaust with an Outlaw pit whereas most other stick burners promote wide open intake and exhaust and control the temps with the size of the fire? Outlaw is a top flow stick burner, right?...is that why?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Im no scientist but from what I found and noticed there are multiple answers to that question. One being, a pit with an insulated fire box is more efficient and therefore requiring a much small fire. By using the vents to help control temp, you are also controlling the convection/air flow across the meat. Something else to think about is when a pit us being ran with vents wide open or fire box door wide open, you are giving the fire more oxygen that is actually needed. Therefore the cooler air that is not being used by the fire is getting sucked through the cook chamber and mixing with the hot air from the fire. This in my opinion is why the larger stick burners do so well with open intake and exhaust. You can build a bigger fire that what is needed and the cool are mixes with the hot air and lowers your pit temp. Which also makes fire management easier since you can build a larger fire but maintain good temps. So long story short, with a smaller pit air flow does more than just control temp. I can actually control the bark and color by slowing the air down but still maintaining the same temp. Hope that made since LOL.

[@gtsum2]

@@SwineLifeBBQ thanks for the response. Makes more sense for me now!

[@earlgress5982]

Mark. These pits are awesome. How does that stainless top get hot if the firebox is insulated? Just curious. Keep up the great content.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

The fire box still gets pretty warm and transfers to the top. It is insulated but it’s a pretty good fire kicking in the box. Thanks!

[@windytarifa11]

Awesome video with awesome stuffs !! keep it up :)

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Thanks!

[@jeffwhite8282]

Can you tell me where you purchased those wheels/tires for the patio model? That looks SICK!!

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Directly from Outlaw Smokers. Shoot jay a message on Facebook or his website.

[@jeffwhite8282]

@@SwineLifeBBQ Fantastic. Thank you for the quick reply. Love your content.

[@jasonmiller5716]

Can y’all do some more videos on these pits. And reviews please

[@ricrdop01]

These look great. How to find pricing and ordering. Could not find info in your page

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Check out outlawbbqsmokers.com

[@HoundHogsOutdoors]

Great video! How often are you adding wood on that comp pit?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Thanks! With the size splits we use, we add a split about every 45 minutes to an hour.

[@HoundHogsOutdoors]

Swine Life BBQ yeah that’s pretty good. One of the offsets we’ve used in the past took 3 splits every 45 minutes to maintain 275 lol it was a pretty big pit, but still that’s a lot of wood!

[@eriknealson4336]

Hey Mark, so in terms of spending a bunch of money on my LSG the discussion I had with my wife went like this: "So how many of those $1000 phones do you think you will go through in the next 10 years?" She couldn't even argue after that! Now Mark, I see you certainly have an angel that works for you, but that argument may help someone else! Stay safe.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Well Played!

[@sedrickbrandt7064]

Great video Mark, after seeing your video for the first time about a week ago I placed an order for the patio model Monday. Looking forward to trying my first brisket but with this outlaw what do you recommend fat side up or down?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Awesome!! I have only cooked them fat side down and they turned out great! I have a brisket in the fridge that will get the fat side up treatment soon. I say go with what you more comfortable with. It’s a win win either way!!

[@sedrickbrandt7064]

@@SwineLifeBBQ I will be getting my outlaw today or tomorrow but what size log do you recommend using. Where do you get your logs from.

[@maurerflooring2353]

My local ace hardware has a huge grilling section, they have bags of grilling logs in every species you could want, cherry, hickory, apple etc.

[@jasonb2297]

Awesome pits !!! I think they could work a little harder on a better microwave rack for the patio model it looks pretty blah

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

They are always working to improve. This was something I requested to make it easy and able to remove it. Appreciate you checking them out.

[@jasonb2297]

Yes sir there is !! And if it works good rock it ! Love the vids keep them coming

[@harrybarker1408]

cool!!

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Thanks!

[@meetthegators]

How much did that custom sign cost im ordering a outlaw in the next couple weeks?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

I will have to look back on the invoice and see. Can't remember off the top of my head. It was't bad at all.

[@dustinrudd4924]

yea let me know if you dont mind im debating on getting a custom sign

[@gettinbentfabrication9073]

How is tin if that is 2” thick With insulation it will heat you’re bbq Sauce on top of the fire box

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

You still have a good about if heat transfer even with insulation. You not gonna boil water or anything on top of the fire box. It just keeps it warm. Unlike an uninsulated that will get 500 plus degrees on the outside.

[@gettinbentfabrication9073]

Ya my fire box’s won’t do that that I build that’s why I asked

[@crazymanbbqcompany1592]

I'm looking to buy a Smoker You recommend this Smoker ?? Bob Cooney Salt Lake City Utah

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

If you are looking at stick burners, hands down one of the best pits I have cooked on!

[@crazymanbbqcompany1592]

@@SwineLifeBBQ Thank you Sir

[@Ostar713]

Where can I buy the wheel kit from the smaller pit?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Check out outlawpatio.com. Shoot them a message and he will get you taken care of.

[@craigwavra3495]

Hey Mark. How do they keep such a uniform heat across the cook chamber? I would think that you would have hot spot just after the firebox.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Its all in the air flow. From what I have noticed, the majority of your heat is at the top of the cook chamber and is not at the grate level with the food. Of course if you put a Boston but or shoulder right at the fire box it may get a little more color sooner but still very consistent cook across the entire cook area.

[@craigwavra3495]

Swine Life BBQ Ok. So that makes sense then. You mentioned using the top level for heating sauces or setting the sauce.

[@benphillips7332]

Hey, Mark! Greetings from Fayette County, TN! Is the stack removable on the patio model? And did it come with the steering handle? I don't see it shown on all the photos on their site. Keep up the great content!

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Yes, the stack is held on with 4 allen head screws. Really easy to take off. And Yes, it does come with the handle to pull and steer with. It works really well and is fairly easy to move considering its weight. Appreciate the support!

[@brotherjayblaze3947]

Patio model…the microwave shelf seems to high , they should lower it

[@kevingrisham1414]

I’d love to have one of those!! But that price tag...😳

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

HAHA! I understand. Its definitely an investment but isn't as bad as some other pits out there.

[@kevingrisham1414]

Swine Life BBQ one day!!

[@Nft24]

Price?

[@Smellydoug]

Legit smokers for sure. But that price tag...lordy mercy

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

It's a premium price for sure but very competitive with other pits with the same features.

[@TheBloodGospel]

how much?

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Check out outlawbbqsmokers.com

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

They have the price sheet for all of their models.

[@TheBloodGospel]

Swine Life BBQ 6-10k thanks

[@nadeemyasin7256]

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[@denaliking6426]

why are your grills 2 to 3 times more than someone like the Shirley Fabs ones (which are bigger and like everyone knows top notch quality)

[@CAK1562]

Great smokers/BBQ's. To bad the price is the same as putting a down payment on a house.......

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

HAHA! Its definitely a big purchase for sure but not as crazy prices as some other pits out there. Appreciate you watching!

[@bamacheats]

Who made the call to have a super skinny white guy demo anything BBQ? Lol!

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Just guessing but prolly someone with good taste! LOL

[@chuckdavis572]

The elephant in the room is FLOW. these pits and this guy are directly contradicting Aaron Franklin and his pits. What's the real deal?? I feel like construction on these pits is great - but flow isn't optimal.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

I have never cooked on a Franklin pit but would love to! The Real Deal is these pits cook like a dream and have great air flow as I am sure a Franklin Pit does too. Did you have issues with flow when you cooked on an Outlaw?

[@mattsmith9270]

Have you cooked on one of these pits to form your opinion about the air flow or are you just basing it off of the video? I am looking into buying one so the more informed opinions i find the better.

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

@@mattsmith9270 I will be glad to help you out however if you have questions. Shoot me a message on instagram if you would like.

[@mattsmith9270]

@@SwineLifeBBQ How hot can you get this pit? Just curious for say reverse searing a rib roast or something like that. I looked at one the other day and I was wondering why they didnt go with at least 1/4" steel? The door seemed kind of thin. Thanks

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

@@mattsmith9270 as hot as you would like. I have had it 400-500 pretty easy and actually seared a beef loin. I have a video of that as well. It’s a beef tenderloin video.

[@littlestar5737]

Glad it's OutLaw and not InLaw BBQ. I would never touch InLaw BBQ with a 10 ft pole.

[@jimomalley1518]

I wish . will have to go walmart brand Sad.

[@DavidBridge-u8d]

Jambos are better

[@SwineLifeBBQ]

Haha! Now that’s funny!