Meat probe SM-025

No question is a dumb one. You are correct it plugs into the control and goes through the vent hole into the product.

It will be a higher end probe, not one of those Chinese cheapo probes. A person should still take care and not soak the end/connection in water.

Yeah I know... there are no dumb questions. Just dumb people who ask questions.

Anyway... thanks... the response is much appreciated.

Trying to decide between getting the 025 or a competitor (bradley). I haven't seen a cookshack up close yet, but everyone seems to agree it's build quality is far superior.

30 day return on Cookshacks! What's there to lose?

I had the same decision. Cookshack is the only way to go...better construction/quality, insulation (heat retention requires less electricity), and shelf size (can fit the ribs in without cutting the rack). Oh. And a chunk or two of wood (which you can buy anywhere) is cheaper than the Bradley's "hockey pucks" (only sold by Bradley or maybe their dealers). IMHO.

There are no dumb questions. Only dumb answers.

Shiner, take it from a long time Cookshack customer, who strayed off the "reservation" a few months ago and bought a competitors pellet fired smoker/grill. Cookshack manufactures the best BBQ equipment. PERIOD!

Add to that the best customer service and technical team in the business.

The 025 will provide you many years of enjoyment and top rate Q.

Appreciate it guys. I'll probably be putting an order in for one within the next few days.... I want to see if the local Cabela's carries them so I can see one in person before I buy. Can't wait.

I have a friend with a Bradley who swears by it... Can't wait to put him to shame.

Shiner, I looked at Bradley 4 years ago and didn't even know Cookshack existed. I did a lot of research and it seemed that those using Bradley had to go through an added process at times of foiling, adding juice and baking to get meat tender. I wanted something you can have the product come out perfect without the added steps. I kept seeing Cookshack mentioned as the unit that did that.

I've now had the SMO25 for 4 years and use it weekly. Two of my friends just bought the SMO25. We're having fun with no regrets.

Shiner, I got a 09 around 2000 from Cabala’s and had many years of great Q from it before buying a 066 from Cabala’s. If they don’t have them on hand they at least have them in the catalog. I paid for both of my Cookshack smokers with Cabala’s points so my wife can’t complain about what I spend on my hobbies

If you added your location to your profile the chances are someone near you could show you their Cookshack and maybe even let you have a taste test

Good idea... I'll get that updated...

I'm in the Dallas area.

Shiner, I went through the same agony. After comparing, I'd say it is like comparing a Yugo versus a 'Vette.

Just my two cents worth. All I can say is I love my Cookshack!