When you go to your first event, just do one thing. Cook the one you are best at and keep in mind that others have been there longer.
Enjoy the event and get to know the others that are there. They will not tell you about their rubs and sauce but…
Thanks Guys for the advice. I have a smoker and I have a good handle on temp control. Family favorite are my ribs and chicken and pulled pork. May try a BBQ event in my home town this year. KCBS event so will see. It will depend on my comfort level…
since it is your first time, make sure to buy your meat all trimmed for you. keep your smoker about 275. use a meat probe to keep a track on the temp.
The meat will cook for a little longer after you remove it from the smoker so do not over cook…
When you go to your first event, just do one thing. Cook the one you are best at and keep in mind that others have been there longer.
Enjoy the event and get to know the others that are there. They will not tell you about their rubs and sauce but they may help you in the presentation.