I am not a big poster, but thought this might be worthwhile sharing. I ordered a new smoker from Cascade Smokers in Oregon. It is a reverse flow smoker and is built like a tank. The first cook on it was brisket, pork butt and chicken all of which turned out fantastic. I didn't need to hook up the BBQ guru as the temp was insanely easy to control with the ball valve. Obviously they are pricey, but if you are looking for an awesome cooker, I can highly recommend this company and their range of designs. The owner is awesome to work with and knows what he is doing.