Storage of my smokette

A few months ago, using information I got from this forum, I purchased a "Sun Cast" garden shed for my SM045 and it worked great. Just do a search and type in "sun cast garden shed" and you'll see exactly what I mean. My 45 fit into the shed perfectly, is now completely protected from the elements and I can even keep most of my smoking supplies securely stored in the shed. The shed is just large enough for the smoker and supplies and fits nicely on my deck without being in the way. I picked mine up from "Lowes" but you can find them in a few places. They work great...

Cover is good for year round. Mine is outside, even when we have 12" of snow.

Oh, and you CAN use it year round.

jacksmoker - I live in the Chicago area also, and experience the same weather extremes. As you, my smoker (008) resides on an uncovered deck with no protection other than the cover. It's been this way for nearly 7 years with no issues whatsoever.