Lone Star Grillz Pellet Smoker Review & Seasoning - The Must Have Pellet Smoker

[@bobbydiggs78]

LSG makes great products. I’ve owned their pellet smoker for over a year now, blows away my previous Recteq. Also, I have been running a 50/50 blend of pellets to wood chips ever since Chris started selling the chips, been a game changer as far as getting that “offset” quality smoke from this grill.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Nice Bobby! I'm definitely going to be trying the wood chips. I'm loving this smoker and I haven't even cooked on it yet. 🤘

[@dwprado25]

I am seriously considering it too as I have a RecTec.

[@brentscott933]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQyes you can mix wood chips in the hopper this is the best pellet cooker on the market plus made in Texas😊

[@vacowboy75]

@bobbydiggs78….please tell me more about your change from RecTec….is the LSG worth the wait and the price?

[@thegalleryBBQ]

killer combo Joe. Smokin Pecan and the LSG is amazing.. I mean. The smoke never ends. I put it against my Masterbuilt XT with amazing resultts from the LSG/SMOKIN PECAN.

[@Reedler74]

Hey Joe, I've had my 42" LSG pellet smoker for about a year and a half. I have about 64 cooks so far. A little advice, close the ball valve when cooking. It allows unnecessary air flow into the chamber. LSG recommends this. Purchase a small 1 or 1/2 gal metal bucket with a handle. Hang it on the ball valve and while your grill is in cool down mode and the grease is still warm let the the grease drain. I honestly only drain mine about every 10(actually more like 20) cooks depending what I'm cooking. Welcome to the club! This is the best purchase I've made in prob 30+ years. This things build quality and customer support is second to none. It will last a lifetime.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Oh nice, I'll definitely try this. I can see it potentially being a problem 👍

[@brandonin_ny]

I have LSG’s 20x42 offset. It’s what I started on and learned the bbq craft with. I would recommend LSG’s to anyone, especially a backyard enthusiast. If I were to ever get a pellet smoker, LSG’s would be the one, hands down.

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

Great review Joe! Your going to love this pit! One thing I didn't mention earlier on your live is that when you first start up the pit, it goes into a heat up cycle which will send the temps way above your target temp. This is just to preheat the metal. Once the temps fall back down, it will ride at the target temp. Best pellet grill on the market hands down! Enjoy brother!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thanks Rus! It's pretty cool how Lone Star has the smallest details figured out.

[@TheDlacey31]

I just received my 42” pellet smoker today. Excited to get it seasoned and rolling.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Very nice! You're gonna love it!

[@rafaelsaucedo5231]

I bought my pellet smoker may be 2 or 3 years ago you are going to love it

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Nice! Thanks for watching 👍

[@timortez26]

Your explanation of the controller board is much more thorough than other videos. Thank you Joe! I would suggest starting your seasoning temp at 175 just to be safe. My controller initially had wide temperature variations from the set point and the grill temperature, and I had to shut mine down on my first attempt before it got too high (290!). I started with a lower temperature on my second try and observed temperature differences of over 50 degrees, but noticed the controller got better over time and mention because they don’t always work perfectly the first time. Can’t wait for my first cook!

[@steelcityrb4647]

Glad you came over to Lone Star Grillz! Waiting on my 20X42. Can’t wait to have an American Made smoker!!!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

You're gonna love it!

[@fedcopp]

I have a few family members who bought one of these smoker from LSG. They swear by this grill and i have seen this machine work its magic with a brisket. I love it. I would LOVE to own one of these, but naturally of course i cant afford it. Have fun with it.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Oh man, they're not terribly expensive but I understand it can be challenging for some. Thanks for watching 👍

[@pawpawstew]

I'd recommend a trick I learned in a Dave Ramsey course. Get a small fireproof safe/lock box, a Mason jar, and an envelope. Every time you get change, put it in the jar. When the jar is full, bring it to your bank and exchange it for cash. Take the cash, put it in an envelope and stick it in the lock box. When you have enough to buy into a CD, do it and don't touch it. Once the CD matures, drop it into an interest bearing savings account. Keep doing it. If you have an extra few bucks at the end of the month, seed the savings. Delay your gratification until you've saved enough to buy one of these things.

[@vieuxacadian9455]

Coo Yah ! smoked cheese capability ! I'm all in now !

[@foxtailadventures]

Very cool smoker, we just ordered the cabinet smoker today.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@ewl1145]

Love your videos. I will be interested to hear your comparison opinion between LSG pellet and Yoder YS640.

[@QuintNelson]

A couple of weeks Chris said mine will be here. The cover arrived a couple weeks ago. My Smokin pecan pellets and wood chips are here also. Excited to get it. Ordered it back in March. Great video Joe and can’t wait to see your cooks on it my friend.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Awesome Quint! I bet you're gonna be happy with it. 🤘

[@markpowers7197]

I own one.....absolutely love it 20x42 pellet smoker. The thing is BUILT

[@jamesstevenson7878]

Beef ribs for the first cook…bought the pecan pellets because of you and would add beside the big smoke they produce the box that they come in is very easy to use.

[@Trumpetmaster77]

I've cooked on one a couple time over at BBQ Blvd and that's a beast of a cooker. Congrats on it Joe!

[@shauntackett4497]

Thank you for the review!! I just found my new wood pellet smoker!! Lone Star will be the perfect upgrade from a Camp Chef Woodwind. This Lone Star looks like an amazing Pellet Smoker without a doubt!!

[@markmccaleb4038]

Congrats on your LSG smoker! I love mine which is a stick burner 20X36 and it is an amazing smoker! Enjoy!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thanks Mark! I had no idea you had a Lone Star🤘

[@MrColeman631]

I have the insulated vertical smoker from Lonestar grillz had it for about 6 years it’s built like a tank great quality I’ll never have to buy another smoker

[@troyv8302]

Awesome pit Joe. Looking forward to seeing it in action!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you Troy! I'm definitely going to be putting some mileage on this bad boy. 🤘

[@mikecitizen2125]

Welcome back Joe! Great to see new content. This will be my next smoker someday in the near future.

[@terryduprie6313]

Great video Joe. I've had the same smoker for about a year now and I love that thing. Very much looking forward to more videos using it.

[@WeegiesBackyardBBQ]

Love the Beast!!! Man, you can cook whatever you want on this thing, always turns out amazing!! I've had mine for almost two years now, I use it year round with no issues at all. One thing I notice on your video, and yes, I'm knit picking, lol. After you seasoned everything, I noticed you slid your deflector plate back over the pot with the handle on the right side. It's safer and easier to move it when it's on the opposite side for searing. Like I said , I'm knit picking . Have fun with this amazing smoker. you're gonna love it. Maybe a comparison video against your Yoder?

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Oh nice I didn't even notice that. I'll definitely flip it. I sold all my Yoders. 😁

[@GumaroVasquez81]

Might have to rest my Pit Boss Competition Series for a while and get me one. They look awesome.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Bro, this LSG is a must. 🤘

[@killabeeezz]

Hey Joe! I've had my 42" for about a year and I can't even describe how much I love it! The smoke it produces with any pellet--and especially the Smokin' Pecan is as close to an offset as you can get. The obvious ask would be to smoke a brisket or a pork butt. How about something that cooks faster so you can really see how much smoke is imparted into the protein? One of my favorites is spatchcocked chicken, cornish hens, pork tenderloin or tri-tip.. It always produces a ton of smoke flavor on shorter cooks. Try it. You'll like it! 🙂

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Love that idea. That's awesome my friend 👍

[@killabeeezz]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ Love your channel and SO happy you got the LSG Pellet Grill. Can't wait to see more videos of you using it!

[@gharv1313]

Nice LSG Joe, I'm sure you're going to enjoy this beast! cant wait to see some cooks! Cheers and have an awesome week brother 😎🍺

[@TheSmoknRat]

Awesome video! The versatility of these smokers is unmatched by anything on the market. Love my LSG and I'm sure you will too! New subscriber, looking forward to what you can do with it!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you my man! I appreciate you watching. I'm fixing to do some savage cooks on this thing!🤘

[@NoneYaBiz5]

My LSG 20X36 offset was delivered 16 days ago. Have no desire or need to look at any other brand. It's a beast and has turned out about 6 - 8 awesome cooks so far and hasn't even made a dent in my wood pile. You WILL NOT be disappointed.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Very nice! I'm really happy with it and I haven't even cooked on it yet. 🤘

[@ericleach2504]

We need a brisket video on this cooker! 😊

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Coming really soon. 👍

[@andrewmontini5029]

Joe, I’m now a subscriber and can’t wait to see what you Smoke ! Were you ever on the fence between the Carbon Steel Grates that the LSG comes with compared to the 304 Stainless Steel laser cut grates ?? And did you order the Stainless Steel Shelf with yours ? I am getting the upgraded 8” Wheels when I order mine. Thank you.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you. I love the expanded metal grates that come with the smoker. I'm used to smoking on a 1000 gallon offset and it has expanded metal grates too. Yes I ordered mine with the shelf and 8" wheels. 👍

[@BeamerTime354]

My reqtec 700 has a 40lb hopper and have owned it for 3 years now. I am about to upgrade to this smoker and sell my reqtec with a brand new controller and 3 yrs left on the warranty.

[@commishg]

Though I do not own any Lone Star Grillz products, at least yet, I think they build the best products in the industry. Unlike many "tin can" smokers built overseas, their grills are brutes that are built to last. Finally there appears to be a pellet grill that rivals offsets in smoke quality. I hope that you will try the pellet/wood chip mixture to see how close the smoke and flavor will come to an offset, yet still offer the "set it and forget it" advantage of a pellet smoker.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

This is by far one of the best in all aspects. Super good materials and the best part is everything is made right here innthe USA. No Chinese parts.

[@JoshandBabe]

That grill is very nice. I really want one. 🎉

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

This is definitely the best of the best. 👍

[@bobbicatton]

Fantastic video, Joe! Enjoy that awesome LSG👍😊

[@YesItsMario]

This is my dream pellet smoker, congrats Joe!

[@mikesionu]

Been wanting on of these for a few years. Good on ya!

[@mullinzg]

The LSG is a unit and you are going to love it. I’d be curious to see how running a blend of those pecan pellets + LSG wood chips compares to a mirrored cook on one of your offset. I ran my first 50/50 blend of chips & pellets over the 4th and it was on a whole other level where I had to show friends pics of my smoker to prove to them it’s a pellet cooker lol

[@jeffbyrd7976]

I hope you are doing well. Thanks for the review.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Doing good, thanks for watching 👍

[@kokicubano]

Welcome to the LSG Pellet family!! You are from Texas so it has got to be Brisket or Beef Ribs

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

I know right! 🤘 Thanks for watching

[@floydcampbell1501]

When I get ready to buy a new pellet grill it's definitely going to be a Lone Star. I've been looking at them for a year and trying to talk myself into pulling the trigger on it... if mama says its ok😂 Joe, there's only one thing to be the first smoke......Brisket!

[@CookingwithStephennJacklyn]

Nice cooker my brother...from what I've seen and heard about this pellet smoker it is second to none. Cheers 🍻

[@Liontamer-gj4xw]

Wish I could afford this! It looks so good.

[@jimmydean1147]

Excited to see some content on it!! Still sad you sold all of your yoders

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Yeah buddy, one door closes and another opens up. 👍

[@LennyJankins]

I would love to see the biscuit test!

[@timetraveler6615]

Man that baby is smooth sailing kick back and drink a beer 👌🏼That thing looks like a lot of fun. You got to baptize it with a brisket or ribs

[@MrSumerset953]

Awesome Video. Working toward getting mine. I can't wait!

[@mikec7907]

Great review brother!

[@ScottysBackYardBBQ]

Wow, joe jumped on the lone star band wagon .. lsg are awesome. Been trying to get 1 my self.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Yes sir, this thing is a beast!🤘

[@miken966]

I sure want one of these.

[@ftrevino4493]

Looks nice. Should do a LSG VS Yoder 1500 video.

[@chriscrist911]

Great information. Based on your use and reviews of the Yoder Smoker I have had my eye on that pellet smoker for a while. I am getting close to pull the trigger and purchasing. Now after watching this I am questioning which one. What is your opinion??

[@foodonfire3662]

Hello Joe- Would really like to see a detailed video on maintenance with what frequency is required for each aspect: grease, ash , fire pot, etc. As to the FireBoard, I've been using mine for 6 years including the fan controller to run my Bronco and my Big Joe. It is without equal at maintaining temperatures. Look closely at the Sessions in the app. It creates your personal cookbook and you can insert notes and photos into every cook. Simply amazing! And you can view it from a browser so you are tied to the tiny phone screen!

[@TWC6724]

Looks like an amazing pellet smoker. If it gets close to an offset smoke flavor, I may be down for one sometime.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

I'll let you know very shorty. 👍

[@columbiariversalmonenhance4050]

Well, Brisket of course! 😂 Congrats on the LSG purchase Joe. If you still have your Yoder YS1500, I'd love to see a Brisket showdown between the two. I couldnt wait the 4 months for an LSG to arrive, so I chose the Recteq 2500 BFG... its rival. And yes the BFG puts out as much smoke or more than the LSG with the proper customizable feedrates... and the BFG has a 53 lb. Hopper!! 😂 Both are great units with a price difference. I may still buy a LSG and have them both. I only mention this... not to say anything bad about LSG, because there is nothing bad to say except the wait time... but my hope is one of these days you'll do a cook off showdown between the LSG and the BFG. That would be epic 😂. The BFG is 2500 inches of cook space with an option of adding a 4th rack for 3500 inches of cooking... you can legit do 15 briskets on the BFG... the time for a BBQ throwdown between the two units is here. You are the man to get the fair comparison done. 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Again, Congrats on the LSG, I'm looking forward to seeing your cooks on it. Smoke On Joe!!

[@SinisterMD]

I know you had been a big fan of the Yoder in the past. I was somewhat between the two when I got my Yoder last year but for me it's just up the road from where I live so I could pick it up directly and support local. Just curious what your thoughts are now that you've had the LSG versus your experience with the Yoder.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Both are really great smokers. LSG does have more features than Yoder in relation to the controller. The design of the LSG produces much more smoke than Yoder and the bark production is greater on the LSG. The large hopper is great plus the pellet dump on the LSG is nice too.

[@judgewepbbq]

Sweet lookin' pit Joe! 👀 🔥 🍖🍖

[@bbqlvr6137]

Nice! I’m looking forward to seeing your cooks on this monster. First cook? Brisket of course. Would love your thoughts on Yoder vs. LSG performance.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

An awesome review. Try whole chickens on the smoker. Cheers, Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻✌️

[@dwprado25]

I’ve used Smokin Pecan pellets before and they were great. They are very expensive though.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Nice! They do burn hotter and last longer so if you calculate that, they're very competitive. I appreciate you watching 👍

[@stevemyers1611]

Joe, thanks for your insight. Joe it seems that the yoder with multiple bottom racks would be easier to clean, have you found this

[@mannymrtz4940]

Would love to see one of these cooks; 2 briskets, a brisket w pork butt, or a brisket w chicken leg quarters. Just to see the versatility, and capacity.

[@LoyaltyFurniture]

Love the look of this smoker. Can you cook a brisket on it for the first cook?

[@bevin-qd8tw]

Hello Joe! Long time follower and enjoy your insights. I have two Lone Star Grillz including this pellet smoker. Only problem I’ve had is the actual temp in the smoker doesn’t come close to the controller. The controller is 50 degrees hotter than the actual temp on the cooker. Very frustrating

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

I would remove the Thermometer and calibrate it. If that doesn't work, you can adjust the controller to match your Guage. 👍

[@pawpawstew]

From what I'm reading on the LSG owners Facebook group, the variance is due to the location of the sensor for the controller vs. the location of the dial thermometer. The controller sensor is said to be more accurate, so perhaps the ticket is to put the controller probe as close as possible (or even clipped to) the dial thermometer, and use that to then calibrate the dial to the controller reading. I've also heard of folks validating the controller probe by sticking it in boiling water, which will always be 212°F at sea level.

[@robertwoods4457]

Love this smoker. Hope you’re going to still use your PBX

[@cpftank09]

I wanna see comparison between the LSG and Yoder in a cook off!!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Unfortunately that won't ever happen. I sold all my Yoders already. Both are great smokers but the Lone Star does create more smoke and better bark. It also has better features.

[@gn8713]

I told chris to drop my 20×36 LSG three inches lower🤣🤣.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hey bro, the nice thing is they can do that stuff.🤘

[@alfredorojas2675]

Holy cow Joe. The display was indicating 108 degrees when you fired it up.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Welcome to Texas!🤣

[@joeproehl2450]

Nice Fireboard controller

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Big time!

[@TheMerriell]

Nice..but do you consider this a better smoker than the Yoder 1500 pellet smoker?? Asking for myself 😅

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Yes sir. The YS1500 and 640 produce good smoke but the Lone Star definitely produces more smoke.

[@littleworm101]

I think a brisket would be the first thing, but is that challenging for grill to smoke one big chunk of meat or would it be more pieces across the grill - something like sausages? Either way, anything you make on anything is going to be awesome!

[@markpowers7197]

Gotta be a brisket Joe!

[@carlosfelipeperezleon3267]

Hey Joe. I'm planning to start a small BBQ Smoker Business in my town. Would you recommend this smoker for this business?

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

It depends on how big your business is going to be. I would look at the vertical cabinet smokers from Lone Star. 👍

[@ironman102582]

Hey joe did you get rid of your Yoder smoker ?

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Yes sir.

[@jamainepillow1212]

Can you review the kanka rotisserie please

[@Jak1481]

How long did it take to get I here you have to order it and it takes a while for them to build it

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

It all depends on their workload. Call and ask for Chris and he'll give you an ETA. 👍

[@johnkennedy8693]

I’m thinking do a 50/50 mix of smoking pecan with pit boss pecan pellets ?

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Absolutely, you can use as little as 25% Smokin Pecan pellets to get more smoke flavor. 👍🏼

[@johnkennedy8693]

Agreed. I have an LSG on order. I don’t think I’d use expensive pellets to cure the paint.

[@jfennell32]

Have you tried their wood chips for their augers

[@dshephard1028]

Question.. mine will arrive next month! Do you close or open lid when fired up? My store bought one has to stay open till all the icky smoke leaves…

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Not at all. If anything, that might make things worse because the temperature would read low and the controller would continue to feed more pellets.

[@dshephard1028]

Thanks!

[@gosman949]

Lone Star Grillz still doesn't have retail sellers. Have to have them ship to you at extreme shipping costs and then you have to break down the crate. Not for me until they get retailers on board that can do the work for me. I live in the North Texas area and it is $500 to ship a few hundred miles!

[@dalepurvis2412]

I live in the FTW area and will make the drive to Conroe soon to see them in person. Can't buy anything for this much money without seeing it first.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Good luck, you're going to love the quality.

[@timothymcguire8042]

Hey joe try some spare ribs for 1st cook

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Definitely on my top 5 list

[@JordanWest-s6b]

How does it compare to your Yoder ? I’m in the market for a new smoker

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Lone Star in my opinion is a much better smoker. 👍

[@JordanWest-s6b]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ I gotta have one ! Just need to save a little more

[@JordanWest-s6b]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ btw I’m a huge fan ! I’ve prepared more meals from your channel for my family than anyone else I follow . Never a bad turnout this far 💪

[@John-m5r2c]

Brisket 💪

Joe are done with Yoder smokers now?

[@alvinsmith8250]

Now you can sell the Yoder grill...LOL!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

They're all gone. 🤘

[@randyshifter]

Its cool i guess. Pellets.... i never used one...

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Bro, if Randy was to ever get a pellet smoker, this would be the one! Thanks for watching amigo!🤘

[@texasdboxoutdoors746]

I would like to see the bark it creates on a brisket and a pork butt.

[@ScienceGuyRoy]

Did you get rid of your Yoders (640 and 1500)?

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Yes sir, I sold all of my Yoder Smokers. 👍

[@ScienceGuyRoy]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ Thanks for the feedback. I recently purchased a Yoder. After watching your videos with the Yoders, it seemed like you were happy with their performance.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

@ScienceGuyRoy oh yeah, they work great. I have nothing negative to say about their smokers. 👍

[@ScienceGuyRoy]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ Thanks, appreciate all your videos! You're doing a great job for everyone!

[@scottkelly1123]

With the smokers gone I can’t ask you to do a side by side between Yoder and LSG. Instead can give an opinion on the strengths, weaknesses and your preference?

[@joshstuhlsatz905]

Brisket!

[@Deborah__9s]

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[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Ok🤣

[@Safetyman1]

Cook some brisket and ribs.

[@sneakyblackdog]

Beef ribs

[@dartvader9939]

Pork shoulder

[@LoggerheadsBBQ]

Cook Brisket

[@rafaelsaucedo5231]

From lone star grillz

[@dennisschickling2249]

Nice Grill. #STAYSAFE #PHILLYPHILLY 🇺🇸

[@SairuKhan-pd5em]

Guys, I just can’t get one. It’s just can’t afford it. There is nothing I wouldn’t do to get one. Oh well