Using a Weber Smokey Mountain as a Santa Maria (but will it work?!?)

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How to easily convert a Weber Smokey Mountain into Santa Maria grill so that the WSM can burn wood logs & grill incredible Santa Maria style tri-tip over real wood fire...without using tools.
This is such an easy modification to make to the Weber Smokey Mountain (*affiliate link to a smoker like mine if you want to pick one up: amzn.to/2t9jD0x) that I'm surprised more people aren't doing it. The key thing to remember is the WSM isn't designed to burn logs like a actually Santa Maria style open style pit. So if you put the lid back on, the fire will go out and smolder the whole time and you will absolutely hate the results you get. However, if you keep the lid (and the WSM drip pan) off the Weber the entire time, the logs will burn similar to a chimenea.
I usually keep the door for the Weber Smokey Mountain shut after the logs are burning but you could crack it open if you need to in order to keep the logs lit. I haven't had that issue but it could be helpful for people in higher elevations.
I used the Weber Chimney starter to light some charcoal to get an instant bed of coals in order to get the logs going faster.
If you like this, you might consider upgrading to the Gabby's Grills attachment I mentioned: Here are some of my friends videos on that (and another creative DIY solution).
T-roy Cooks Tri-tip on Santa Maria Grill for Weber Kettle | Gabby's Grills
• Tri Tip on a Santa Mar...
Andy Olsen (now "Provo Grill Mod") shows Gabby's Grill SM mod:
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Phil in Florence's Santa Maria grill accessory on the WSM 22
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Heavy Metal Bar-B-Que's "Poor Man's" Santa Maria Grill/Wood Fired Open Pit Style BBQ on Weber:
• "Poor Man's" Santa Ma...
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@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

This is so stupid easy and it works so well that I think it's a great way to try a new style of cooking before you take the plunge into a SM grill or accessory. In fact, go check out Troy's video on the Gabby Grill accessory. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-2fFzqTS2LtE.html I don't have any affiliation. They just seem like a great product...and T-roy is the bomb!

@llamawizard 6 лет назад

Baby Back Maniac Wow...great job! Nice idea, and excellent execution!

@davidgray7907 6 лет назад

I've done this a long while back but not exactly the same ....Wsm is a great platform to cook different ways...nice job checking u out because of t-roy cooks!!!

@scottydoesntknow254 6 лет назад

You could maybe add a couple bricks in between the two grates to give you some height. Love you and troys vids man. They always get me through my deployments. I'm a Texas boy too. Keep on cookin

@walterlinsenbigler2857 6 лет назад

Baby Back Maniac Hey Justin, love your channel. I’m a burgeoning enthusiast from SF Bay Area. I got my start on Weber kettles and went ‘whole hog’ about 10 years ago after getting a WSM 18.5 as a wedding present. Since then I’ve gotten multiple kettles and my big purchase was a Good One ‘Marshall’ offset chamber smoker. I’m totally geeking out on everything Santa Maria style cooking. It’s practically in my backyard. My question is when you transfer to the top rack, do you cover or leave it open? Sorry for all the back story 😬

@seikibrian8641 5 лет назад

@@walterlinsenbigler2857 I'd leave it open to simulate the way an actual Santa Maria Grill works. A lid would trap smoke, changing the flavor profile of the finished product.

@TROYCOOKS 6 лет назад

That was another fabulous experiment Justin. I know a lot of your fans...and mine, will find this helpful because they can use their WSM to mimic a Santa Maria style grill without spending any extra money. Well, except for the split logs, but that is some good smellin' stuff, so cudo's to ya!!! LOL Thanks for the mention and thanks for letting me be a part of your awesome video. Much love to ya brother!!! Hope to see you very soon!! All my best to you, Mommy BB, and Mini BB!!!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

You are always welcome in my videos. lol. Thanks for sending me the footage. Hopefully this will help raise awareness for Gabby's Grill too. I know my interest in that is a lot higher after trying this for the last few months and i'm looking forward to playing around with your's when I get down there. Mommy maniac says "Howdy" back... Minimaniac is busy brushing his teeth for bed so I'll tell him you said hi later. lol.

@IzzyEatz 6 лет назад

Have had m make a video @your house

@Chris-sr1id 6 лет назад

Glad to see you guys doing tri tip the right way. Nothing better!! Texas bbq and the best that California has to offer via bbq, does it get any better?

@angelomartinez9039 5 лет назад

You know you watch to many bbq videos when you read other RU-vidr’s comments in their voices

@davidbalentine2110 3 года назад

Yes, it works good. I have a 22.5 WSM and chicken is dynamite. Hardwood fire, no worries about flames, beer, relax and enjoy the food!

@SmokedReb 6 лет назад

I toured the area of Santa Maria last summer and I sure do love their restaurants. Open pit cooking is amazing!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Totally agree. It's a different flavor that's really nice.

@PostalBarbecue 6 лет назад

Great idea Justin. I always love it when you can use something you already own to replicate another type of experience. High five!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks, Jabin. I totally agree! #multitaskerForTheWin

@joeydoesthings4955 4 года назад

This is so cool! You could have fit 10 tri-tips on there with this technique. Being from Northern California, we get a ton of great tri-tip!

@JoeyDoingThings 6 лет назад

This is a brilliant idea! I will have to try this this weekend. Thank you so much for the idea!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Awesome. Let me know what you think. I forgot to mention how important it is not to have sugar in your rub as it's more likely to burn.

@BBQCrasher 6 лет назад

That is the best way to use a WSM when your hungry. Loved it!!!! Log wood all the way! Great edits by the way 10++

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Really appreciate it, BBQ Crasher!

@gordonmiller6691 Год назад

I love the production quality. I have a WSM since I started watching T-Roy Cooks. I live in southern California so tri tip is always available. Gonna check this out.

@PandaTube101 2 года назад

Greatings from Denmark. I just got me a 22" WSM, and I cant wait to do a Santa Maria cook on it. Thx for the many videos, and the ideas 🙂 Keep smokin´

@smokingtarheel3003 6 лет назад

That tri-tip looked perfect. Great video as always. The video quality was excellent and you're an editing master. That looked super simple and the fire looked perfect in the WSM.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks Lee. I really appreciate that, man. Have a great weekend.

@GoOutsideAndCook 6 лет назад

Justin, this is a great video on Santa Maria BBQ. I always tell folks to improvise and you did it perfectly. I've been Santa Maria cooking for over three decades now and it's awesome to see it moving east like it is. Hats off to you and a big thumbs up my friend! Love your videos, wish I had the presence in front of the camera that you do, You described the Santa Maria flavor perfectly.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thank you, Orrie. That means a lot to me on multiple levels. Have a great week.

@cccantrell27 5 лет назад

Had to try it. It worked like a champ! Did Tri-tip and it was fabulous. It does taste a little different. I liked it. This was a wet run so to speak. Tomorrow friends are coming over and will be cooking ribeyes. Can't wait. Thank you very much. Something else to put in my arsenal.

@BabyBackManiac 5 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@jaybilawchuk2225 5 лет назад

What a great video to post and share with the world!! Kudos to you for being so polite and thorough. Now I can’t wait for spring up here in Canada to start trying this on my WSM. THANK YOU!!

@BabyBackManiac 5 лет назад

Hey, no problem Jay. Thank you for watching

@bobbyrob2008 6 лет назад

Hey hey Justin, I started grilling about 25 years ago when I lived in central Cali from a neighbor I had that taught me a cool wet marinade for Tri-Tip. Fast forward I was in FL the last 8 years no Tri-Tip to be found, we are thankfully back out west in AZ and back in Tri-Tip country...It has always been my favorite with a good garlic/salt/pepper rub or the wet marinade I learned so many years ago! Cool to see that gadget for the Weber Kettle for a Santa Maria style/Cowboy Grill...I am going to have to check that out. Love your videos, keep them coming!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Hey Bobby, That gadget is cool looking. I'm going to Troys in a few weeks and I'm looking forward to playing with it. It's hard to beat a good tritip. I wish the Costco around here still carried them. They used to have them and they were always great if a little expensive.

@rknewell9547 6 лет назад

Bobby my friend the correct nomenclature is CenCal.... and Cali happens to be the hot chick that works at Hot Dog On A Stick.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

My in laws used to live in California and they get hella butthurt when people say "Cali." They are like "Bro, you tryna bum slang words from us but it's NorCal...not "Cali"...and I'm like "Coo." ;-) (Did I do that right? lol)

@rknewell9547 6 лет назад

Baby Back Maniac 😂😂😂it's so true ... us Prune Pickers do get butt hurt around this. It all started with the LL COOL J song back in the '80's. Re: CenCal Tri•Tip tradition is the wood; Almond, Grape & Pistachio are our 3 most commonly used. Part of it is the cost of Red Oak, and honestly these 3 mentioned woods are easy to source. Your channel is a favorite & I appreciate your winsomeness & humility - thank you for what you do

@bobbyrob2008 6 лет назад

Wet marinade Filipino style with some twists...If you all can find something called Yoshida’s Gourmet Sauce that would be a good start. It is basically soy sauce/water (do not want it too salty), I even use either coke or 7up as well for liquid, lots of fresh garlic and garlic powder, shallots, green onions and onion powder, salt & cracked pepper, some crushed red pepper, cilantro, jalapeño, and a bit of regular white vinegar. This is always to taste, looking for a good blend of sweet/savory/salty/spice. Works really good on Chicken, thin sliced short ribs, even tri-tip. I usually marinate for 48hours, then the meat hits the grill, first learned it from a neighbor I had , he was a cool Japanese farmer on the central coast in a small town of Salinas, and have worked on perfecting it with my friends in San Diego where I am from...Happy to be out west to have Tri-Tip again. Thanks for the laughs born and raised in SD (San Diego) and whether your from NorCal, CenCal, Southern Cal or California in general it’s always CALI to me...Peace and have fun Grilling! Thanks for the great vids Justin!!!!

@dakotaclark5572 6 лет назад

I have also used my offset to reverse sear my tri tips. Smoke them in my cooking chamber first, smoke to maybe 110 - 115 internal. Then, I put a grate over my burning wood in the fire box to sear em off to about 130 internal. Turned out quite good as well. Big fan of your channel. Thank you the video

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks Dakota! Yeah, I've done that too. Not with tritip but with other roasts. That is actually part of what made me think of doing this. I love that flavor.

@troyallen5806 5 лет назад

I live in the central coast of California "tri-tip" land and I will say other than tri-tip being amazing in itself, it is the wood that makes it the best! Then comes technique which you were very much on to. A Santa Maria grill makes it even easier....

@TheFlatlander440 6 лет назад

I've probably been cooking this way for a couple of years and didn't even know it, lol. I already have a 3 foot diameter fire pit that I purchased at HD for $50 that comes with an extendable/adjustable height grill that also rotates away from the fire. During the spring, summer and fall months I cook on my open fire pit just about every day and love it. Thanks for sharing Justin and cheers to ya!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

I think I've seen that at Home Depot. Honestly, I would not have known what to do with that before I started playing around with this idea. Now it seems like a really cool concept and a great excuse to build a fire in the fire pit!

@TheFlatlander440 6 лет назад

Exactly! I must say I purchased it on sale in mid Dec 2015 and it was the last one they had in stock. I'm sure you already have a fire pit, ha! I really need to start doing some vids but don't have the equipment or the money to invest in anything major, but I need to start somewhere, right?. Keep pumping out those vids Justin, you rock it mate.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Cell phones are awesome this days. Just roll with what you got. RU-vid is fun. Jump in...the water's great!

@TheFlatlander440 6 лет назад

Thanks Justin. I don't own a smart phone (I own a older flip phone for emergencies only) since I'm not too tech savvy, lol. I do own an older Canon DSLR but it doesn't record video only still pics. I'll shop around on eBay or Amazon and see what I can find on a budget (retired and on a fixed income). Thanks for your inspiration Justin. Cheers mate!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Understood. Anytime, William. Glad to help.

@JusPiddlinBBQ 6 лет назад

Awesome cook and great way to utilize the WSM. Can't beat that wood flavor.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

No doubt! Just like that steak you cooked.

@EverydayBBQ 6 лет назад

Absolutely love your videos, Justin! Excellent food and editing quality. I swear you’re a genius..

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks, Mike. I'm not a genius...just your average, ordinary incredibly smart person. LOL. Just kidding. I like your stuff too. Thanks for watching.

@paulsq_ 6 лет назад

Awesome video. That’s a great option for the people out there that can’t afford or just don’t wish to purchase a SM grill accessorie.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

I agree. I also think it may end up pushing people to buy them if they can afford it. I was not the least bit interested in this style of cooking until I started doing this and now I'd be very interested in a SM grill if I could find one for a good price.

@MrFowl 3 года назад

Your humor gets me every time! Sheesh ...I'm never expecting it

@SandroBBQ 2 года назад

can confirm this is awesome! I do it on my Pit Barrel Cooker and move the grate from the standard height to above the rim using the rebars as holders, everything comes out so tasty; I don't really cook tritips any other way anymore. Old video but still great

@KATONKA... 6 лет назад

I'm sorry, but everytime I see you I'm reminded of Storage Wars, lol. Nice vid. Years ago at a garage sale, I picked up a tripod portable fire pit grill and use it over the Webber in the city. My bud found an old Coleman portable propane grill at Goodwill. We gutted it and made legs for the grate, mini Santa Maria. Just some hints for some videos. "keep the faith people, and keep on keeping on"

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

LOL. Not the first time I've heard that...or the kid from 2 and a half men....or Andy Richter.

@patrickhumphreys4753 5 лет назад

Well done Justin a great use for the WSM. Firing up my new WSM 22" 1st time today, cooking Kansas style rack of ribs. Thanks to you & T Roy for all the tips from across the pond. I'll raise a glass to you both this afternoon from Shropshire.

@BabyBackManiac 5 лет назад

Thanks Patrick!

@stampdealer 6 лет назад

This is the same style of cooking they used at the late, great All-American Steakhouse at the Rio in Las Vegas. They cooked over mesquite and it was fantastic. Great video!!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Sounds like fun. I bet it smells great

@adrianmacias9668 6 лет назад

Great video! I'm Californian who loves a good tri tip. Nice job!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Awesome! I was worried I was going to offend the state of CA. So far, so good. lol.

@BallisticBBQ 6 лет назад

I would argue with the need to use the word "nay". That tri tip look great! Nay! It looked perfect! Great idea on how to convert that WSM into a Santa Maria. Great video Justin!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

LOL. We don't get enough "nay" this days. lol. Good talking to you yesterday. Looking forward to that video you are probably working on right at this moment.

@SmokyRibsBBQ 6 лет назад

Great video Justin, and man, the color on that tri tip was gorgeous!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks, Rus. I actually undersold it because I wasn't expecting much out of the cheap tritip...it turned out a lot better than I expected.

@THEREALSHOWBBQ 6 лет назад

Hey bro thanks for tip. No pun intended. LOL! Tri tip turned out great.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

hahaha! Nice. Thanks, Scott.

@SmokeyGoodness 6 лет назад

And me without a WSM... But I do have...... a SHOVEL!... Oh, and I have a back yard!.... Fire pit.... Wait.... Nope... If I dig a hole in the back yard, I'd probably have some 'splainin' to do. Mrs SG would be on the war path... Guess I oughta' just get a WSM, and/or a Santa Maria. 😆 Great video, Justin!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Mrs SG wouldn't mind once she tries it. lol. Have a great weekend, my friend. I hope Levi is feeling better.

@LouisatRshackBBQ 6 лет назад

Another great video, I have been kicking around the idea of building a Santa Maria grill

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

You kinda need to do that ...because I kinda need to see it. lol.

@JC-fj7oo 5 лет назад

Interesting. I had the same idea a while back to use the WSM as an adjustable grill. It does indeed work fantastic. I had no idea there was a thing called "Santa Maria" but I like that the WSM has the option of adding a lid and the bottom is enclosed so you can adjust the flame by opening and closing the vents. Protip: if you have another grill grate, you can raise the grates higher instead of turning the vents down by placing 3-4 bricks or empty bean cans around the edge of the grill and stacking another one on.

@BabyBackManiac 5 лет назад

Thanks for the tip, Jeremy. I appreciate you watching

@robertweber3140 5 лет назад

It is stupid easy! Thought I was the only stupid one to also think of this. This is how I also grill my burgers. No burnning, but lots of flavor as the fire from my wood kisses the meat. Great video as it confirms my sanity. Thanks Justin!

@BabyBackManiac 5 лет назад

Thanks for watching, Robert. Glad it works for you too.

@ChristysCookingLifestyle 6 лет назад

I'm afraid of her😂😂The kitchen is where the knives are stored😂😂Smart Man. Great hack video, great shoutouts too. Never had tri-tip but yours looked delicious. Thanks for sharing😃

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks dude(-ette) lol. They are going to be a lot harder to find over there but if you find it, give it a shot. It's probably my second favorite cut behind ribeye when it comes out right. Have a great weekend.

@MrMacgeek1 6 лет назад

I got obsessed with Santa Maria grilling last year and got a full sized grill from Costco (they sell them there in the summer months for $300. But I think they only sell them in the California stores). It’s been a lot of fun. Another good source of SM videos is Joe Barbosa. He has a ton of videos on it. Keep it up!!!!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

I used to watch Joe all the time (the only reason I stopped was when I started baby back maniac, my subscriptions started over). Ironically at the time I didnt really care about the SM stuff...I was watching to see him cook on the Horizon. Funny how that works.

@WAXMAN1913 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing Justin. Two Questions. I wonder if it would work doing a reverse sear? (top rack first). And what is POST oak wood??? Thanks for all your video's. Chuck.

@gazzidgebbqs1209 6 лет назад

Don't want to kick my Wife out of the kitchen..............you're a legend for even saying it on video!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

lol. She watches my videos before I upload them and she caught that and laughed. I'm surprised how few people say that. You are the only one to mention it and I've gotten close to 150 comments.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

say= saw

@CookingwithKirby 6 лет назад

That Weber smoker cooked it pretty well, i was surprised that Medium rare cook for that long. Nice Tri Tip man!!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

There is a lot of distance between the meat and the fire there. I think that's why it works, actually. Thanks for watching!

@paulb2087 6 лет назад

I absolutely love this method. I have done this to do Cornell chicken. It comes out fantastic

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

I figured somebody had done it before. I seems so obvious now. I really like cooking like this but I've never done chicken...at least not yet.

@paulb2087 6 лет назад

Well I have to say you have the best video on it. And if you do the chicken make sure you take a video because I’m sure it would be awesome perhaps your take on Cornell check it

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thank you Paul. Have a great weekend.

@NOTANOTHERCOOKINGSHOW 6 лет назад

"I'm afraid of her" 😂😂

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

lol. Well, it's true.

@TosTinManEasyCooking 6 лет назад

That looks good! Nice job figuring that out. Your videos always inspire me to try a up my video making skills!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks, Jim. That's really nice of you. Your's make inspire me to lose weight. :-)

@rlinton1 6 лет назад

Fantastic! Can't wait to try this. Thanks Justin.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

It's fun. Let me know what you think!

@mack1707 6 лет назад

Hey Justin, I was surprised you never put the lid on. Neat way to use the WSM. Looks like you nailed it

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Yeah, it won't work if you put the lid on. The logs won't burn. They will just sit there and smolder and it will taste terrible. With unlimited oxygen, it works great!

@ernestomanzano3700 6 лет назад

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@Cookoutcoach 6 лет назад

Great idea, new toys are always fun but it’s always cool too look at new ways to use what we might already have. Cool video bud.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks, Steve. I totally agree. Have a great weekend.

@jimhlee 6 лет назад

Thank you for doing a WSM video!!! I am so looking forward to trying this.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks Jim. I love cooking like this. It's the same feeling I get when we are hanging around the firepit. relaxing and low key...and the food is great. Let me know what you think.

@ocrun6765 5 лет назад

Hey Bud, that was cool. Got a yard full of oak trees that I think I'll repurpose now.

@talon769 6 лет назад

Cooked to perfection!! Awesome video as usual.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks Mark. I really appreciate your time.

@SuburbanBBQ 6 лет назад

Fantastic video. I love the versatility of the entire Weber lineup. Never be afraid to try something beyond the intended use of the product. The Tri-Tip turned out beautiful. Great experiment. Thanks for sharing that. More videos. Love them. Read the phone book or something. Just post. LOL Jim in Houston

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

hahaha. Thanks, Jim. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

@CookingWithRy 6 лет назад

Hey, if it works, it works! Good looking Tri Tip :)

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

exactly! Thanks for watching, CWR!

@mattpowers6968 6 лет назад

Great idea! I’ve had the itch to get a SM style grill. I will give this a try on my WSM when it gets a little warmer here in upstate NY.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Matt, This actually makes me want to get a SM grill more. I probably won't because of space issues but I really like how this turned out.

@rwccampbell5997 6 лет назад

Justin, just subscribed to your channel although I've been watching your videos for some time now. I have a 18.5" WSM. Do you think this would also work as a Santa Maria style grill? Thanks for any advice on this.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

I don't know why it wouldn't but I haven't tried it. You might need to break down the logs a little more to get them to fit. That's the only issue I could see.

@rwccampbell5997 6 лет назад

I agree. Probably wood chunks or logs half the size that you used in your demonstration. Tks for your quick reply.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Any time, Robert.

@DaveDabomb 6 лет назад

Really enjoyed that Justin! I have the SMaria attachment but you really showed the versatility of the wsm without it. That Tri tip looked awesome and I thought your lighting held up well. I subbed Cheers bro!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks DaBomb Smokes! I love the WSM for it's versatility.

@BigWood76 6 лет назад

Hi Justin, just wanted to say Love your videos alway wait for the next one! Keep up the great work.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks, Scott, I really appreciate it.

@progers5019 6 лет назад

We have entered the Santa Maria "Craze". At work we would have a brainstorming session for fresh ideas. The SMG type cooks and hacks are on the march. I love this type cooked food and flavor. Yours turned out great. Thanks for all the tips and info, and thanks for the mention. SeeYa-Phil

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Have a great rest of the week, Phil!

@GallaghersGrub 6 лет назад

Great idea! That looks delicious.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks man. How big a cooker do you think you could put on that fire escape before the landlord (or po po) shows up to have word with you? You should test it out and get one of these? lol. Have a great weekend.

@GallaghersGrub 6 лет назад

Before I got the Weber Q, I was tinkering with the idea of a Jumbo Smokey Joe, but I decided the charcoal is just too risky for my situation. So I'm making the best of it with gas. Right now I'm just thankful I haven't dropped a beer out the window.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

LOL. Yeah, you are doing great with that Weber Q. It was a smart choice not just for practicality but because it's a great grill with a loyal following already.

@digitalayon 6 лет назад

Justin you be a stud for sure!!!....Great video man!! -Andy Olsen

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks for watching, Andy.

@OLDBD1 6 лет назад

You guys always make it look so easy .

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

This one was easy though...but thank you.

@Rumble_Rawks 3 года назад

Hi, What temperature did you have the grill at before adding the tri tip? Awesome video, please keep sharing! 😅🤤

@joehildreth4227 6 лет назад

Justin awesome job that tri tip looked damn good. I may have to try that on my wsm. Love your channel too.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Do it! You'll love it. Keep the lid off or it won't work and don't put sugar in the rub or it will burn. I think you'll have fun with this.

@chrisjarchow5910 6 лет назад

Great video as always!! I swear I have been watching all the videos of people using gabby grill accessory and wanted but just this past weekend I picked up some wood to try doing EXACTLY what you did in the video!! So thanks for shortening the learning curve for me! Have you tried doing chicken that way yet? That is what I was gonna try first because it's cheap so if I screw up...oh well. Keep up the great videos!!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

No chicken yet. I'm not sure why. I guess I just haven't gotten to it. The key is not to use sugar in the rub and to make sure to keep the lid off the entire time so oxygen can get to the logs. I really think it's hard to screw this up. The distance between the fire and the meat makes it a very forgiving process. Let me know how it goes!

@BadBeastBarbecue 6 лет назад

Really good video, great way to get that Santa Maria still cook on the WSM, may have to try that on my UDS. The only difference is I would not have a way to add more wood until I used the second rack after the sear. Nice job brother!!!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks, Daryl. You might not need to add wood until then anyways. I bet it would work.

@Atrain0826 6 лет назад

What wow this is great I never thought about trying this but I know what I'm doing this weekend and tritip great cut of beef might see if I can find a good one around town thanks for this video Justin keep em coming

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

You bet, Anthony. The key is keeping the lid off the entire time. I won't work without the oxygen. If you can't find a tritip, that ribeye roast thing (it was about 3 inches thick) worked great.

@PITMASTERX 6 лет назад

Guess... you like tri tip too :D Awesome video Justin

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Great minds think alike! lol. Thanks Roel.

@godra051 4 года назад

Home we grill almost exclusively on wood and to me it's best flavor you can get when it comes to grilling.

@craigluhr7243 3 года назад

I have used the old Brinkman Smoke n Grill water smoker for years. It used to be called a Cajun water smoker. Has two levels of grates. Remove the water pan and it is great as you can change levels of the cooking surface. I have cooked Jerk chicken and pork on it for years as well as use it as a smoker. Improvisation can be done with most things. There is no need to have 3 or more grills/smokers, etc. Plus, it was only like $50 and is 10 years old and still in good shape. I have replaced the water and charcoal pans a couple of times. No big deal.

@RayMacksKitchenandGrill 6 лет назад

Great tip about the weber...that beef does look good.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thank you, Ray! I really appreciate you watching!

@victorfortin542 6 лет назад

Great video Justin, love when one can utilize a item in different ways.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Me too...my wife appreciates it too. lol.

@victorfortin542 6 лет назад

Baby Back Maniac I bet she does. You are probably running out of “available “ back yard space !!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Shhhhh! She'll hear you! lol.

@jenniferburns5916 6 лет назад

excellent video man....great idea for some who dont have the opportunity to purchase an authentic Santa Maria style grill. Tri Tip looked great. im no chef or bbq guru but that piece of meat looked like it was cooked just right. Select or not, Im sure it was great

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks Jennifer! It was WAY better than I was expecting. I wish I would have mentioned that. I really enjoyed this. Thank you for watching!

@Moondoggy1941 6 лет назад

Thanks for paying homage to California's contribution to the BBQ world. I recognized the Suzie Q's seasoning, good choice. Another one that I like is from Smart and Final" Pappy's Choice " If you have left overs cut the meat real thin and then cook it in some BBQ sauce and make sandwiches out of it. Arizona Outfitters makes some real nice Santa Maria style bbq's (not affliated) but of course there are some real good places in Texas as well. Sometimes it depends on shipping on where you want to buy.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks Jim, I was hoping people in CA would approve. lol. I really appreciate the tips. That sounds fantastic.

@Nanook6 6 лет назад

Would love to see a video reviewing several of the top rubs. I don't think I've ever seen that on one of my trusted BBQ channels. Thanks for great content!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thank you Jonathan. I really appreciate you watching. I'll consider the rub thing.

@johnjr2088 6 лет назад

awesome video Justin always enjoy your videos

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thank you, John. I appreciate you taking the time to watch. Have a great weekend.

@AppleHater2012 6 лет назад

Very well done 👍 being from California I give you your merit badge 😆 most people screw it up by over cooking it.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

I know this sounds silly but I worked very hard and did a lot of research to get my "California merit badge." Thanks for the comment, Todd! My mission is accomplished. Have a great weekend.

@papo0810 6 лет назад

You guys are awesome, you and Troy. Nice video. Keep up the good work

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks, Daniel. I really appreciate that. Have a great weekend.

@timothydishneau464 6 лет назад

Looks like I need to buy some wood. Thanks for the idea. Loved it.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks Timothy. Appreciate it!

@NorthTexasBBQAddicts 6 лет назад

Nice video! one would think that concept replicated the outcome pretty much spot on! Always have fun watchin your videos!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks brother. Have a great weekend.

@DaveMurphy58 6 лет назад

PayPal account Justin?

@GreyCountyGrillin 6 лет назад

Awesome video Justin! Pretty cool comparison, and that tri tip looked amazing! I've always wondered about using logs in a vertical smoker like the WSM.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

It ONLY works if you take the lid off and leave it off. If you try to do this with the lid on, it will ruin your food because the logs smolder and it's terrible. Also, keep in mind this cooker isn't painted. It has a porcelain coating so it can stand the heat.

@Lonnie.Macs.Garage 6 лет назад

Fantastic brother!!! Man that looks so good. I LOVE my FireBoard, Fan control cable, and Pit Viper on the WSCGC. Wait till you try it! Need to do a vid!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

I've been playing around with it off camera so far I like it alot. I feel like somebody finally did this right. No compromises.

@sideyardbarbecue3214 5 лет назад

Hey Justin, I recently just did this my wsm ( inspired by u ). I also reversed seared one on kamado for comparison. The difference was very distinct. Both were great but the flavor with the wood for me was awesome. I’m sure with true Santa Maria grill it would be way better. Might have to pick up gabby’s grill. I’ll wait till spring, it’s -14 right now.

@BabyBackManiac 5 лет назад

I really like mine. It was a gift so I obviously didn't pay for it but I would buy one now if I didn't have one.

@ThePdxster 5 лет назад

When you did your comparison, did you add a couple wood chunks in the kamado or was it just all charcoal?

@rustykc 6 лет назад

Hey Justin, that's a really cool idea. I'm curious, the little rubber grommet that you feed the temp probes through, had that melted or been damaged? It would be simple enough to remove prior but I am curious. Great video as always buddy! Cheers to ya

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Hey Rusty, My WSM predates the grommet. She's an oldy but a goodie. I'm thinking based on the amount of time it takes to sear the tritips it's not hot enough to worry about but you'll definitely want to keep an eye on that.

@WhiteThunderBBQ 6 лет назад

I have been testing open pit cooking in the kettlepizza LOLNice Job Justin!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Looking forward to the video, Nate.

@mikelandreth7810 5 лет назад

Weber strikes again ! Ok do you have to use Logs ? What about Kingsford Charcoal ? Thanks !

@nickmarkham3743 Год назад

Ever thought of trying to run the WSM like an offset cooker, with the water pan in place and using a wood chunk to prop the lid open like Harry Soo did?

@doublejj39 6 лет назад

Nice out of the box thinking bro!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks Justin (nice name!) I've never had a shortage of out of the box thinking. My issues is getting back in the box when I need to. lol. Thanks for watching. Justin

@Paparoach-hc6il 6 лет назад

Great video, I'm for sure going to try this. Thank you!!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Do you, man. You'll love it. So easy and adds another layer of versatility to the WSM. Have a great weekend. Justin

@4Vanks 6 лет назад

GREAT video as always!!!! How tender is a tri-tip typically?? I need to get one on the smoker!!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

It's like a sirloin (in fact I think it might actually be a sirloin). So it's got some texture to it. It's weird because it's not exactly chewy but it has some chewy parts. The better the grade, the less I've noticed it. Just cut it across the grain and you'll be fine. Flavor is awesome. This was way better than I made it out to be mid way through the video. Shoot for mid rare to medium. any more and it will dry out...though some people say they love that.

@4Vanks 6 лет назад

Perfect. Thanks for the explanation! I’ll probably end up trying one sooner or later. I also really want to try big beef dinosaur ribs pretty soon! Have a great one and keep the smoke rolling!

@ThrowbackRecipes 6 лет назад

Awesome video! Where I live you have to be careful of wind blowing sparks around. Does the WSM keep that contained or do sparks still fly out the top? Also, can you tell me the distance the two grates are to the top of the charcoal housing? It would be nice to compare with the WSM 14" and 18" (that info is not listed in the manuals.) Thanks!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

It’s really windy here and I have not had a problem. If you email me a baby back maniac at Gmail.com, I’ll try to get you those measurements.

@lildapp76 6 лет назад

Nice video, looks like a cool way to use the WSM

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

The more I use it, the more I realize how versatile it is.

@johnpetrick6396 6 лет назад

Hi Justin! Loved the video - hilarious and informative as always. What’s that pole you’re using to stoke the fire? Is it available in your toilet paper store? Thank you! Really enjoy your channel!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

It's a big green egg ash tool. I could find this exact one but here is the size smaller if you want to take a look. amzn.to/2Gl0fQT You might be able to find the bigger one at a local Big Green Egg dealer but if not I bet this one will work. The one I have is almost too big for anything but this anyways.

@chopsaki8228 6 лет назад

Based on your videos and you visiting Nebraska, I can only imagine you are in North Dallas somewhere. I'm looking for a Butcher as there are none that I'm aware off. This cooking method is also known as "Braai". Being a South African this is how we cook all our meat when grilling, and i would really like to find a good butcher, would be great if you could recommend one.

@SmokinDawG 6 лет назад

Dude your videos are awesome. Keep up the great work!

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Thanks Bird DAWG85, Appreciate you watching!

@loadpin 6 лет назад

Justin, good job on the Tri Tip. I’ve been cooking Tri Tip for 50+ years, I live on the central coast of California, 10 miles north of Santa Maria, check out Allan’s Welding/Woodworking Channel, he welds up the Santa Maria style grills for Weber’s to. If you want to try another Santa Maria style cook, get a pit going then rod a whole top block (Whole Top Sirloin), then place it over the pit. You just rotate the sirloin every so often till it’s done. I’ve been on crews that bar b que’d like this with 20 to 30 top blocks over a huge pit, really great bar b Que. look up Santa Maria style beans, they are Paquito beans, like really small pinto beans, but these are a must have with Tri Tip and cooked over the grill sourdough bread, then dipped in garlic butter.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Yep. I love it. I did a lot of research before I did this video and try to get beans but they were outrageously expensive to get shipped over here... and the coast Live Oak would’ve involved getting a second mortgage. LOL Someday I’m going to try a sirloin skewered like you said. I was going with what people commonly think Santa Maria style is to avoid getting trolled too bad. LOL thanks for the info.

@-hilbert-1623 6 лет назад

Great idea!! I am definitely going to try that.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Let me know what you think if you do! Thanks for watching!

@andrewparson9832 3 года назад

Next time you do a tri tip, cook it like a brisket. It's fantastic

@wstewart5532 6 лет назад

Hi Justin. Do you think having the flames reaching up from an early fire is best, or would you recommend to have more of a base of coals to cook over?

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

That's where an adjustable grate would come in handy. Truthfully I don't think it matters either way. You just keep an eye on things and flip sooner if the grill is hotter. The distance is pretty forgiving...but the bed of coals is better for getting new logs lit faster.

@meatcranium4280 6 лет назад

I’m thinking about a Hack as well . 4 cinder Block pitt is all I’m saying. I have SO MUCH stuff planned in the future I just need to work it in.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Yeah, I know the feeling. Do it! That will be fun!

@ShowtimeWorthy 5 лет назад

Tri tip is to CA as brisket is to TX. Popular cut in Cali.

@BabyBackManiac 5 лет назад

Yep

@williamlohnes3838 6 лет назад

Hey Justin nice looking tri tip. That Susie q seasoning is awesome stuff. I know what you mean about the taste of the meat and smell of the fire . To me it smells like a fireplace.

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

Yeah it's a magical thing. I really enjoyed cooking that way.

@GrillingwithGrove 6 лет назад

O wow that’s really cool man. I would like to see a video on smoking using wood logs in this as well. I wonder if the vents would get enough airflow for that

@BabyBackManiac 6 лет назад

It would not unfortunately. The vents are sized to run charcoal. Wood requires a lot more air flow.