Once sorted, keep your pellets in a padded pouch or tin to prevent them from knocking together and getting damaged before you hit the range. Pellet preparation | Blog - Pyramyd AIR
Look for "lead flashing" inside the skirt or deformed heads. Even a slightly bent skirt can cause uneven air distribution and erratic flight.
When your meat hits an internal temperature of about 165°F, it may stop rising. This is the time to wrap it in butcher paper or foil to lock in moisture and push through to that perfect 203°F–205°F finish.
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