Oklahoma Joe's Rider DLX Pellet Grill vs Pit Boss Pellet Grill
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- Опубликовано: 23 июл 2024
- In this video I compare the Rider DLX vs the Pit Boss 1100. Now this was a very hard video for me to make because I like both of these cookers but one of them does win but just barely! I have answered this question for many times that I figured I would do a video on it and you can make your own decision on what one fits you better!! Thanks for watching and I hope this video helps!!
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0:00 - Introduction
2:25 - Hopper Size
3:43 - Cooking Chamber and Clean Up
9:19 - Smoking Flavor and 1st Fly Zap
10:57 - Cooking Temperature Variations
13:12 - Grilling
14:21 - Start Up and Running of the Cooker hmm Wine
16:49 - My Choice and 2nd Fly Zap
18:35 - Amplify you Backyard BBQ Fun 3rd thru 8th Fly Zap
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Hey, great video! Only thing I would "correct" you on is how the controller works. Once the set temp is met, they still feed pellets, otherwise your fire would die out. They actually go into the smoke setting, and feed pellets based on your p set timing. Also, I sear on my pit boss ALL the time, and I love it! It gets up to 650-700° easily according to the dome thermometer, which when the sear plate is closed is always really close to the digital readout. When searing I sear 2 burgers or steaks at a time, then move them to the side to finish cooking, and do two more, with the open flame they get marks so quick it works really well! Also, as far as your temp difference from left to right, remove that bottom flat drip tray, and add a $30 traeger style heat diffuser, the one that sits right over the fire pot. And then the pit boss also has problems with temp swings due to the gap under that curved drip tray on the left side, where it sits on the body or the barrel, it allows heat from the fire pot to blow directly on the rtd sensor. Cover that with tin foil, or theres a guy on eBay that actually fabs up a piece of metal to rivet in there. Once you take these steps, the pit boss is unbeatable for the price and hopper capacity.
Great info Zack and thanks for sharing this nugget!! Like I say I like both but most people don't mess with adjusting or moding anything. So straight out of the box the DLX has just a zapped fly hair advantage!!! hahaha Again great info bro and thanks for watching!!! Have a great week!
Timing is everything. I returned from Lowes with my new smoker shortly after you posted your video. I've been sitting on the fence between these two cookers for a week, but I (re)purchased the Pit Boss and here's why. I purchased my first Pit Boss Pro 1100 on July 3rd 2020 and used it several times really liking the outcomes. I came up from a Masterbuilt electric smoker so 'live fire' was a significant change. Then 5 weeks later on August 10th a derecho (inland hurricane) hit my town Cedar Rapids, among the damaged property was my practically new Pit Boss 1100. About 500 pounds of Maple tree hit it and dented or distorted the hopper, auger chamber, barrel, and legs. It was totalled. Lowes was out of the Pro 1100 nationwide so I started looking at the Rider DLX. I really liked the headroom above the shelves, something the Pro 1100 lacks, but the small hopper was a minus. Add in that I couldn't get over how much the heat diffuser on the Rider looked like a trash can lid, plus how difficult I assumed it would be to keep it clean, and I was stuck between the Rider and the Pro 1100. Then 13 days into my decision process I got an email alert that a Lowes 30 miles from my town just received a shipment of Pit Boss Pro 1100s. I got off work early today to make the trip to pick up the cooker. Yes, both models are pellet grills and a competition BBQ-er chuckles at them - that would be my brother in law who is a competition cooker with many awards. But for me the Pit Boss had reliability and most important familiarity going for it. Ricer, in my opinion you are correct, learn your cooker and the differences between the models soon becomes negligible. P.S. I have a Weber for grilling, I don't rely on the searing capabilities of my smoker.
Stu you are 100% correct and one clip that ended up on the cutting room floor is where I say for a person like me that enjoys grilling with charcoal the Pit Boss is all I need. Again I really like both of these cookers! Like I say if I could only have one the Rider would be my pick. Enjoy that 1100!! I have pushed a lot of protein through that barrel and never really complained unless I was using it as a grill. Now get cooking Stu!!!! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! Have a great week!
To clean the pitboss 850 pro grates I take a black bin with yellow top from Costco put the grates in, spray with pit boss degreaser and easy off for grills let set 10 minutes, next put dawn in container fill with some hot water let sit 10 minutes, use steel wool and kitchen sponge everything wipes right off very easy. I do this after each cook I also put foil completely covering the whole bottom of the barrel half way up and I wrap the heat deflector also. Doing this makes clean up easy.
I also don’t put the meat directly on the grates unless searing otherwise some little container that are disposable from Amazon. Again easy clean up. I don’t cook on a dirty machine and do what I can to make clean up easy.
Great video
Thanks for the shout out dude! I need to do one of these comparison videos because I am constantly getting questions like these... Btw the bloopers were hilarious!! 😂
You're welcome Andrew and thanks for explaining the cruise control bro because that just sticks bro!! Have a great week bud!!
Great video brother. Perfect delivery a comparison. Awesome bloopers too!!!
Thanks brother and glad you enjoyed this one!! It certainly was a lot of fun to film!!! ha ha
Love the channel man!! I’ve watched a lot of your Rider DLX vids and they’re super helpful just did two racks of Baby backs with water pans underneath and I was very satisfied with the cook 👍 more videos would be awesome I don’t know how you feel about smoking whole chickens or chicken thighs but a video would definitely be fun to watch.
Ya Matt I need to smoke up some more chicken on the Rider!! Might be a while but I do have a few more cooks to do on it!! Thanks for watching and good job on the ribs!!!
Thanks for talking about maintenance and cleaning. Most people don't talk about that, but it's part of the process and probably the most annoying part.
So true obviously it is more fun making the mess!!! ha ha Some are just easier to clean than other for sure!! That for watching!!
Hahaha man you weren’t kidding about the fly swatting, that was hysterical! Great comparison between the two grills too. Awesome job brother!
Thanks Charley!! Ya I told you I had a blast filming this one!! hahaha Both are great cookers and it seriously was hard to just pick one!! Have a great week brother!!
Hey Ricer... to me, this is your best video... hands down. Informative and entertaining. Take care bro!
Hey thanks Johnny!! I really enjoyed filming this video and it certainly was hard to pick one but I tried my best to explain these 2 cookers from my opinion!! Thanks for watching bro and have a great week!
Hey, I've been creeping on you channel since father's day. I sold my chargrill combo and bought a Rider DLX. I had my combo set up like a charcoal smoker on one side then the gas on the other.. I have three active kids, not the best for my lifestyle. I have no experience with pellet grills. I've had zero issues with the Rider. It's a great product. I get consistent temps always. The center grill is cracked, that doesn't affect performance. It's what I need, something I can set up and I don't need to babysit a lot. I think it's more of a grill that can be used as a smoker. Until I get more free time and I finally buy a stick burner, this will do. Cheers, great work!
Yep I agree Wally! It is a nice set it up and get cooking type of grill for sure! I want a stick burner again someday also!! I had one a decade ago and I got a plan to maybe get one next year in the line up!! Thanks for watching my content and glad you enjoy it!!
We were looking for the kind of all-around type grill to replace our propane (limited space) and I found out about pellet grill/smokers. Research led me to your channel and had us decide to get the OK Joe DLX and we are loving it! Oh and we had to get it a blanket too...Nebraska winters...excited to learn this cooker!
Awesome and have fun!! Great cooker but it has had a couple quirks with it but if you run in to a problem get in touch with customer service right away and they should be able to solve the problem. The DLX can do almost everything so keep running it and experimenting with new cooks! Have a great weekend and thanks for watching!!
I love the chapter markers! Thanks for putting this one out there.
Hey Jon thanks for watching bro, I really appreciate it! Hope you have a great week and you are doing good!!
Great video, Ricer. I experienced an auger jam, Grill grate cracked and ignitor went out as well, but I have to say Oklahoma joes customer service is great, and they took care of the issues.
Have a great week 🤙🏼
Ya Mike and even with covid they were able to help me out also! Took a little longer but hey what can a guy expect! Thanks for watching and you have a great week also!!!
The rider's hopper can be easily modified for more capacity with a simple sheet metal box added to the top.
I actually ended up getting both these grills in through pallet sales. Been meaning to try the dlx more but I just so used of the pitboss and has been really reliable for me.
Oh ya Robby my Pit Boss has ran like a champ for sure! Like I say if I could only have one I would pick the DLX but I don't so I can have both!! ha ha Thanks for watching bro!!
Lol The amazing wackin fly zapper dude...Great video!
Hahahaha new comp team name!! I better trademark it!! hahah thanks for watching Keith and have a great week bro!!
Great video on the comparisons. You’ve got some major skills going on with the fly saber. Got a strong backhand there hahaha
Hahahaha thanks Bubba!! Man I had a blast filming this one!!! I need to make a holster for the zapper!!! hahaha Have a great week brother!
Awesome comparison! Thanks a lot, very informative!
Awesome and I glad you enjoyed the video!! Thanks for watching!!
Be on the lookout in the coming months for the OJ DLX 2022 models aka their gen 2's. Just spoke to them today and they updated the auger to nix their auger issues (now calling it the pit 2.0 with higher torque) and a new control panel/system (one much smaller and more polished beautiful knob and a landscape placed screen with buttons set by themselves not under said screen) with the first ever dual temp sensors in any pellet grills out there. They said they should be in Lowes replacing the older models soonish, some places having already done so per rep. Pretty stoked about it if it fixes most of the issues from the gen 1's (like yours in this video) and to see if you can tell a noticeable difference in internal build quality if you pick one up.
Thanks for the video.
Also, your communication during the video is great. Keep up the good work.
Thank you very much!! Glad you enjoyed this video!! Have a great weekend!
Great video Ricer! I have the Joe and have really enjoyed it. No augur jams yet though I always empty the hopper. However, I don't burn out the augur clean. I have seen some cracks in my grate. Otherwise very happy with the purchase. Hoping you get a Camp Chef now. I have a buddy who really seems to like his Camp Chef SG-24. For an entry level cooker it seems maybe to one up both of these featured in this video Thanks!
Ya I would love to try a Camp Chef!! I have a heard a lot of good things about that cooker! Andrew over at Anderson's SmokeShow has a Camp Chef so check him out if you get the chance!! I appreciate you watching and have a great week!
Best video I have seen of yours yet! You had a lot of fun with that one!
Hahahaha yes I had a blast in this one! Thanks for watching!
Literally you are my go to as I try to decide which pellet grill to go with.
Awesome!!! I got a few more models that just showed up so more reviews coming!! Thanks for watching!!
Alright, just found you and i'm loving your stuff! Super simple question, I do a LOT of propane grilling. Steaks, Korean BBQ< but mostly steaks (and they're damn good, too!) - Is it easy enough to turn one of these bad boys on for a simple steak? Don't worry, i'll be doing pork butt and brisket too, just use to grilling steaks a few times a week quickly - thanks man!
Watched the entire thing. Great video Ricer. I need one of those fly death wands. Great job.
amzn.to/31qqzFr ask and you share receive!! hahaha this zapper is crazy fun for sure Josh, get one!!! hahaha thanks for watching bro and have a great week!!!
Subscribed just for the fly kill....great vid man, i just bought the OK Joe, waiting for it to be delivered.
Awesome Andrew!! Great cooker with a few bugs in it but not flies!! ha ha I love the DLX and they are working hard on making it even better!! Thanks for watching and have fun bro with your new cooker!!
Ricer with the bug saber skills lol...I enjoyed this comparison. I think what you pointed out at the end regarding the type of preferred wheels is often overlooked in pellet smokers-well smokers period. Most often we get these little casters that are rated solely for moving across concrete, however, a lot of folks (myself included) have to wheel the smoker through grass to get to the concrete patio. The one I bought has 8" foam filled tires which helps a lot. Thanks again for sharing.
Hahaha thanks Steve!! I got some exercise that day for sure!! ha ha I agree I love the big wheels on cookers! Easier to drag around the yard!! ha ha Thanks for watching bro and have a great week!
Nice review.. I have the PB 1100 I sear steaks all the time with the vent .It works well for me. Always a a good char. It does have a hot spot just to the right of the center. Mine also only has two grates now 3. I agree with the porcelain coated grates mine have cracked in some place from thermal cool down. Stainless would be better.
Thanks William! This was a hard video for me to do because I like both pits. I just don't like the sear zone on the 1100 because it just never cooked 4 steaks evenly. But it still works. Thanks for watching bro and I appreciate you leaving this great info for other to read to help make their decision!!
Great video sir! Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for watching Charles and have a great week brother!
This vid was worth the wait! We didn't know you had such tennis skills, Ricer!!!😀 Awesome vid as usual, BBQ friend!!!
Haha I didn't know I had that powerful of a backhand either!! hahaha Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed the video!! Hope you 2 have a great week!!!!!
Dead Broke BBQ LOL!!! Thanks Ricer, you too!!!☀️
Awesome info.
New subscriber.
Have not purchased yet and grabbing all the info I can to “get it right” the first time.
Thanks for joining!! Make sure you check out my Smoke Daddy 1190 videos!! By far the best pit in my arsenal but it costs a little more than than these 2 models. That being said it is a cry first deal but trust that pit almost ended my quest for the "perfect pellet grill"! Have a great weekend!!
Great review Ricer! I'm a Pit Boss fan and have the 1100 and a tailgater. Luckily I guess I don't have the huge temperature differences and also haven't had any issues in about a year and a half. I do like the 3 levels of the Oklahoma Joe! Great honest reviews of both!
Ya bro both of these pellet poopers are awesome!! This one was very hard to pick one but I get asked that question all the time. Now seeing I don't just have to have one I am glad I got both!!! ha ha The 1100 just runs!!! Have a great week!
Oh ya I subbed to your channel Kevin and will check out some of your content soon!
WOW Thanks Ricer, I really appreciate it!
You bet Kevin!
Great comparison video Ricer! The fly killing had me rolling..🤣😂..need one of those..have and great one brother, you all stay safe!👍👊🎾
Hahaha ya that was so much fun Craig!! I had a blast filming this one but a hard video to do because I like both of these pits so much!! Thanks for watching bro and have a great rest of your week bud!!
*Oh yes I love comparison videos...* This was hands down one of your best videos... BTW... I am gong to get one of those fly swatters best outro EVER!
Hahahaha ya starting practicing up bro. you and I could be a team for sure!!!! Because I think the FLY Zapping League will have it's place in the BBQ Comp world soon!!! ha ha Thanks for watching bro!!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ Fly Zapping Collaboration video? Lmao 🤣
SDSBBQ well I am up for it!!!! Hahaha
Awesome video brother! Was curious if you knew if we can order the updated iron sear grates since they fixed the problem with the cracking? Mine has cracked pretty bad. Thanks man!
Well I think all you have to do Heath is call customer service and maybe provide a couple pictures?! I have seen where people got sent the new one. Mine is crack but not that bad and my Pit Boss grates crack also so it comes with the territory of those types of casted grates. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for leaving a comment!! Have a great week!!
Watched it again, always learning. Thanks again!
Heck ya Jason!!! Thanks for watching it again!!!!!! Glad I am able to help you out brother!!
Excellent video! The force is definitely with you.
Hahahha thank you!! May the 4th be with you!! ha ha
There are some known issues of the Ryder DLX.... You can get the details from the Facebook group... But in general.. The round center grate almost always cracks. The full metal body and wheels causes grounding issues if you have your grill standing on cement or Gravel and plugged into a GFI. This issue will cause it to constantly pop the GFI or give you the ER2 codes. Other than that when you learn the grille it's pretty awesome.
Hey that is an interesting fact about the GFI, thanks for sharing that nugget Randy!!! I agree I really like the Rider for a 1 stop grill/smoker!!
Just ran across your video and Dude you got a like and sub from me because I got a great big giggle out of this thing. Your outro/ bloopers were awesome. Great comparison video!
Thank you Rib and welcome to the Dead Broke BBQ Nation!! YA sometimes the stuff that comes out of my mouth can be a little WTH but I usually at least get a little serious!! hahah I appreciate you leaving a comment brother and have a great weekend!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ Hahahaha lmao. Honestly there isn't really anything wrong with that 😜👍🏼
Janesville here, this video is awesome... Thanks
Thank you Dale!! I appreciate you watching and leaving me a comment!!
I got the Oklahoma Joes 900. No sticker issues. Also, I have a cold and hot zone, but I have that all figured out and I know where to put the meat to get the cook I want. One other thing, the deflector is very different with my 900 versus your older DLX.
Ya the deflector on the 900 is a lot like the Pit Boss. The DLX is still the same as the one in this video. But you got a nice little cooker for sure!! Thanks for watching Wendy and have a great week!!
That last fly got extra crispy!! LOL!! Great video Ricer!!
Hahahaha yes it did Brian!! Thanks for watching brother!!!
I think I saw 3 nice backhand kill shots there Ricer....Nice! Hey...Jimmy Johnson is retiring from NASCAR after this season so maybe you could get his Pit Crew to maintain these grills for ya...WOW!! I had noooooo idea they had so many parts and pieces. Thank goodness for the WTSO sponsorship...liquid energy for sure!....and gives us something to do since College football is cancelled. Being serious...this was a great video to learn from. Great job bud! Y'all take care up there
Haha that would be awesome Rob, but typically they are not as bad as they were in this video!! I used both of them last weekend and I forgot I didn't clean out the Pit Boss until I started filming and said screw it!! haha Have a great week brother!!
Thanks for the informative video Ricer! Not sure if I’ll be doing another cook with you if it involves wine and the bug zapper! You got a little wild with that thing! If you did zap your face now that would make great video!
HAHAHA ya I actually thought about whacking myself once!!! ha ha Thanks for watching Dale and have a great week at the salt mine!!
River, loved the video. The bloopers were so funny! I really enjoyed your comparisons and feel I understand the cookers so much better! Keep on being awesome!
Hey thanks bro!!! Glad you enjoyed this one!!! Can't wait until you get your new Pit Boss soon!! Have a great week and good luck in football this year!!
Nice video! Need more of these.
Thanks Brad and ya I will try to do a few more videos about the cookers I use and help compare them to other cookers I have. Like always bro thanks for watching!!
My rancher 1000xl has wagon wheels. I'm having trouble with the temp bouncing from 100 to 500 then giving a over heat alarm.
Hmmmmm call customer service!! Sounds like a controller issue for sure!! Good luck because that is way to big of a heat swing for sure!! Thanks for watching!
I was down to the Pit Boss Pro Series 1600 and the Oklahoma Joe Rider DLX. I went with the 1600 simply due to all the problems with the Oklahoma Joe. I like my 1600 but it has problems of its own. I am waiting on the updated controller for it. The gen 2 of the Rider DLX may be in my future if the updated controller on the Pit Boss doesn't work as advertised.
My 1600 updated controller made this pit run great! The DLX needs more than a controller update. It needs a much bigger auger motor and a PID controller. The chamber is awesome but if you heard me say in this video the company that comes out with a PID will be the best big box store pit and the Pro Series did that. Thanks for watching!
That's a solid comparison, Ricer. I've had my eye on a Camp Chef for a while, but haven't pulled the trigger yet.
Thanks man and ya I would love to get a Camp Chef in the line up one of these days also!! Have a great week bro!!
Dead Broke BBQ Thanks! It would be my first pellet smoker. Right now I’m running a smoke tube on... propane. 😭 It does okay, but it definitely runs pretty hot.
Ya and you will be very happy with the Camp Chef compared to a smoke tube!! Let me know if you get one!!
Dead Broke BBQ It’ll happen one day and I’ll definitely keep you posted.
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Great video Ricer. Next video, I'm going to keep score on the kills.
Hahaha thanks Skip, I could have used a score keeper in that one for sure!! About 10 kils never made the final edit!! hahah Have a great week brother!!
Appreciate the video, well edited, well done!!
Thanks for watching!!!!
Have you noticed a difference in performance with different pellets. I have the Ryder dlx using tragger pellets and I have to let it slowly come up to temp before I can set it to sear. I have to let it start smoking temp before I can go up to 300+. What happens is it will trip my gfi because the fire gets too hot so it shuts off, have you ever had that issue without a grease fire.
I prefer Premium Cooking Pellets but I have used a lot of different types. I am not a huge fan of the Traeger pellets but I do like the Kingsford brand as a cheaper alternative. Get a thicker extension cord, that might help reduce the heat overload!?!? Prior to my new igniter I had a couple E code errors but I can't remember what one it was. Maybe E4???? Anyways keep tweaking things and you will dial it in hopefully!! Thanks for watching!
I like the double smoke stack on the OK Joe, seems like it would help with more even temps from left to right.
Yes it certainly does help even out the temps in that cooker!! I have my left side closed down and the right opened up. Have a great week Mike!
I loved my DLX. I may have to get another one. I left my last one in Hawaii.
YA not a bad pit! Some of them have had issues, not sure if it is a QC problem but the couple I have had, worked good! Thanks for watching!
Awesome video as usual brother. What I really want to know is where can I get myself one of those awesome fly killers from lol...
Thanks Geoff!! amzn.to/31qqzFr here you go bro!!! The Fly Zapping League is real!!! hahahaha Have a great week bro!!
i own the pb1100 and this weekend i cooked some ribs. the left side of the grill is accurate with the control display but the right side is up to 130 degrees higher. i spoke to pitboss and the customer service department told me that the right side does run hotter. and that i had to keep an eye on the cook. that is one big temp difference. with my stick burner i am within 25 degrees left to right. i run the exhaust stack on the pb1100 wide open.
Dang Ace now that is certainly a huge difference!!! WOW!!! I typically have 75° but 130?!?!?! 25° on a stick is perfect!!! I like that 25° hot zone so if you want to push something a bit but I would have a hard time with that big of a swing!!! Thanks for watching and the heads up for others in the comments!!
Take out the bottom flat drip tray, and cover the air gap that on the bottom left side of the curved drip tray, where the tray sits on the barrel it leaves a gap, and heat from the fire pit blows directly on the rtd, and causes issues. Cover the gap with foil or theres a mod someone makes on eBay.
@@zackhaas3267 thanks for helping out Ace!!
Great Video. I am leaning towards the DLX mostly because of the interior height and sear option. PB seems short on height less than 9'' compared to 13 for the DLX. But I do like the PID controllers. You think I could pickup a different controller from another brand and install it, I would think it would all wire up the same but idk that's why im asking. Thanks again
Hi Bill since PB came out with the PID controller and mine is updated I really like the 1600. The Rider still has the edge as far as the flame broiler but I would lean PB now over OK Joe. I know for a fact that the President of PB watched this video but not sure they listened and and that is why they added that PID or not. But it was a great decision on their end!!! Thanks for watching!!
I have had a Rider dlx for a minute now. I have no cracks in the grates and have had one auger jam. The auger jam was my fault do to leaving a pan of water in the grill after a cook. I have had it shut down two times with an error code but I was useing an old cord and my grill would start right back up. I easily run several hundred pounds of pellets through my grill and it runs fantastic with no problems. my friend who has had one longer than me and has run way more pellets through his grill than me and Cooks way more on his grill than I do also has had no problems. My friend also has some good cooking videos up on RUclips on the Rider DLX and he goes by Big Baby. Look him up enjoy cooking everybody.
Awesome Kevin! Glad yours is crushing it!! Mine does fine also!! I just had a couple issues early but everything is running top notch again!! It will be a while before I get rid of my DLX. But I do have a new pellet grill that just came in so I will run that some but I got a few more cooks planned for the Rider! I will check out you buddies chanell! Thanks for watching and leaving this great comment!!
Thank you for the great video
Thanks Ken and that is a great looking helmet you got there!! hahaha Hope you are having a great weekend!
You answered a lot of good questions.
Hey thanks Meegs!!! Ya I tried my best to explain as much as I could!!! Well I did get a little side tracked with the zapper!! hahaha
Just from a build quality I'd go with the DLX, that is a hefty piece of equipment and its taller. Cheers! The flies are heavy right now here, oh the smell of that last fly LOL!
Ya Rob it certainly is a solid cooker and I have for the most part had some pretty epic cooks of it!! Ya that Zapper is so much fun and man do the moths stink!! hahahaha Thanks for watching bro and have a great week!!
Hey Jeff, If you are in contact with someone at Oklahoma Joe's could you please talk to them about creating a deeper removable rack grate for the upper area? They've got room for a deeper rack would be nice....
I agree completely that it would be nice if it was 4 inches wider!! I certainly will mention it to them!! Thanks for watching and have a great week!
One more thing, cause of videos like this,I always clear the auger before I cool it down. Such a pain in the ass and waste of pellets. But, I still really like this grill/smoker.
I agree it is a pain but better than having to pull off the hopper just to clear out the auger!! hahaha Thanks for watching!!
Two-hour Tavern Talk and a 20-minute video? It takes a lot of time to be your friend, Ricer! Good stuff! #bbqforce
Hahaha well I appreciate you taking the time to watch Steve! There was a lot to talk about in this even if I got a little side tracked with the fly zapper!!! haha Plus the #bbqforce is awesome!! hahaha I appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos bro!!!
Great video I love the entertainment
Thanks Michael!!!
You are the man. I have a question. Have you ever tried putting a smoke pot in the Rider with wood chips to get more smoke or won't it work. Thanks.
No I never added any wood chips to the firepot but I have added a smoke tube. Thanks for watching!
do you have any videos of you cooking on the Oklahoma DLX? Looking to buy a pellet smoker, but can't make up my mind.
Yep I have some videos. Here is the playlist! I like this pit but the 2021 Pit Boss Pro Series is a better choice than this one IMO right now. The Pit Boss added a PID controller but at the time I was a bigger fan of the Rider DLX. Thanks for watching! ruclips.net/p/PLZmRbPKxakBZhTdlszXmSFQoArIhThbqa
@@DeadBrokeBBQ I’m in a unique position. I’m going to use my Home Depot Gift Cards, so I have to choose a pellet smoker sold by HD.
Hey Dead! I'm considering both the OJ Raider DLX and the Pit Boss 850 with the PID controller. I like all the features of the DLX and don't really need the PID controller, but hear of all the issues from breakers popping, to auger games, to inconsistent heat and even the ash catcher getting stuck (guessing from cross threading). Have you had any of these issues?
Hi Greg so I have the new Pit Boss 1600 with the PID controller and I did the burn off on it tonight in 12° now it took longer than I expected to get up to temp but I was very happy how consistent it ran once it reached temp. I did hear a rumor that there might be a firmware update coming as well to get you more of a variety of temp settings. As for the DLX, I love that pit and the sear plate is top notch but I had a couple issues with it but nothing earth shattering. I had an issue with the igniter which caused a couple auger jams. 2 of them I was able to clear with a coat hanger the other I had to completely remove the auger and that was not a lot of fun. I also had a controller go out on me but that was a simple swap and luckily I have multiple cookers so I could finish the cook on another pellet grill. I never had any real problems with my Pit Boss 1100, it just runs. Ok so what cooker would I pick now seeing there is the new Pro Series, I am picking the Pit Boss over the DLX simply because it does have a PID controller. Now it still doesn't match up to my Pellet Pro 1190 but that is a lot more expensive cooker. PID is WAY better than an analog controller Greg. Temps swings are not as crazy with a PID controlled cooker. Now the Pit Boss isn't perfect but they have come a log way with the PID, Ash Dump Fire Pot and the quicker pellet dump. Also I always had to burn out ALL the pellets in the auger after every higher temp cook because if I didn't I was going to have to clear an auger jam. Good luck brother!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ Thanks for thr response! With all the issues I have been seeing, was wondering if they outweighed the problems, but I'm with you. I think I'm going Pit Boss! Thanks for the help Bud!
At this very moment of time I think you are picking the right one. Watch though in 3 months some other company will come up with something that rotates the cook for you!! hahaha
Good research, Pitts & Spitts is on my side of town - all my life 😂😂 #Houston
Thanks Sherwin!! Ya someday I will have one of those in my garage also!! Thanks for watching bro and have a great week!!
love watching your vids brother
Thanks bro and I appreciate you dropping by the Live Stream last night!! Have a great week brother!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ it was a pleasure. Whats your thoughts on the oklahoma joes bronco I'm thinking about purchasing it but I'd like to see more videos on it before I make the purchase.
Ok, now I want a fly zapper! May the force be with you Jeff 🤣Hey great comparison between the two pellet grills!
Hahaha well here is a link Rus!! amzn.to/31qqzFr ha ha I had so dang much fun filming this one!! hahaha Let me know if you get one of those Zappers!! I tell you there certainly is a feeling of satisfaction watching them get shocked after trying to chase them away from the cameras while recording this past year and a half!!! ha ha Be safe down there bro!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ Just ordered it! This will bring fun back into the videos LOL
Hahaha oh ya Rus, just make sure you don't forget to set your timer because you got caught up in your kill streak!!! hahahahaha
@@DeadBrokeBBQ 😂🤣
@@SmokyRibsBBQ ha ha I know you are going to have a blast! ha ha
I have two of the fly zappers .
Bought the Oklahoma Joe Ryder and love it
Nice Chad!! I like mine also! Great entry level pit for sure! Thanks for watching!!
You are cool as he//, I own a Traeger Timberline and I love it. I started off with the Pro Series then moved up, but I still have my Webber lol
Hahahah thanks Robert!! I hope to someday have a Traeger in the line up also!! Never get rid of that webber!! Well ok I only have my SnS kettle left but I had to make some room for all the new family members that are scheduled to be coming in soon!! I always say I am not a brand person and I still stick to that!! I just enjoy seeing what everyone has to offer to the bbq world!! I appreciate you watching and have a great week!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ
I’m not a brand person either, I don’t care what it is but over the years I have developed a preference but they all serve a purpose... Self taught here do I’ll follow you closely as I can always learn more.
Remember you ROCK!!!
Thanks again Robert!!! BBQ is always fun even when your cook is subpar!! Because subpar is still better than McDonalds!! hahaha
OK Joe also has rib racks, drum racks or regular racks you can put in instead of the 2 upper racks
Yep they are great accessories!!! I just have them to show on video. Thanks for watching!!
Awesome video Ricer!
Thanks brother! I appreciate you watching!!
Get the Rec tec RT700 and do some cooks on it. That thing is awesome
I have talked with RecTec a little and I might have one eventually. Got a new Smoke Daddy 1190 in and I will run that for a few cooks. Controller is similar. I like the Bullseye also!! Thanks for watching!!
AWESOME fun!!!
Thank you!!!
Good video though I only found you because I typed Pit Boss into the Search box in January. Take it easy Ricer
Thanks Ray!! Ya unfortunately that is how most people find my channel by searching for one of the cookers I use!! But hey ya found me!!! hahaha Thanks for watching bro and both of these cookers are great!!!
Nicely done Ricer!
Thanks for watching Tom!! Have a great week bro!!
I gotta get me one of those!!! (Fly swatter) lol! That looks funnier than horse shoes!
I am going to tell you bro this was the most fun I have ever had filming!!!!hahaha That fly zapper has become a permanent tool in my BBQ arsenal!! hahahahaha Like always bro have a great week and thanks for watching!!
@Car Ramrod Glad I could help you out!! Again I like both pits but the sear zone on the DLX just makes it more of a complete cooker!
Informative and entertaining video. You need to do a comparison of the Electronic Fly Swatter you have and the Salt Gun. :-)
Thanks Doug and I want one of those salt guns!!!! hahaha that would be a great Vs competition!!! hahaha Hope you are having a great week bro!!! Stay safe down there!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ Yeah we are in a HOT ZONE for sure. Stay Well
Hope it passes by Doug!!
Ricer Lord of the flies! Lol! Great video! Lots of info.
Thanks Big Wig!!! I like that nickname!! hahahahaha Glad you enjoyed the video bro and have a great week!
Great Video
Thanks Mr. Bookla!!! Have a great week at work dude!
Good luck if you get a Oklahoma joes , in have them experience with both n the Oklahoma joes does work at all
Mine is still running today. Thanks for watching!
Good review but me personally I'm a pitboss fan hands down....love mine
Ya Pit Boss makes a good cooker for sure! Both these pits are very similar in quality and options. Thanks for watching!! I hope you are having a great week!!
I know I’m WAY late....but you had me rolling with the flys! SUBSCRIBED! Been interested in upgrading my smaller PB and had my eye on the Oklahoma Joe’s. Thanks for the review!
I really like this pit but with the new PID controller on the Pit Boss I would go in that direction now. The 1150 is a very nice unit. The 1600 is what I got but that is more money obviously! Thanks for watching and ya those dang flies!!! hahahah Welcome to the Dead Broke BBQ Nation!!
How much was the Controller Board? This grill only keeps me from buying because of parts. I can get anything for a Traeger or Pitt Boss. Think they messed up in not using a controller that can be bought off Amazon.
Hi Ron---the controller was under warranty. My guess there will be some changes to their 2.0 version. My hope is they add a PID to it. Analog is so 2015. hahaha Thanks for watching and I hope you stick around and I see you again in more comments! Have a great weekend!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ Would you buy this Pellet Grill knowing that the Controller Board went bad so soon and not being able to get a compatible board off Amazon from another provider that could even have WiFi? I am in a position to buy one new in the box for less than $300 but can’t pull the trigger.
Every time I want to do something new I always come to your page and see if you have smoked it before. I also love sucklebuster rubs and I got that from watching you smoke a Boston Butt. I am looking for a good wifi/bluetooth Meat Thermometer. What would you recommand?
Hey thanks Dennis and glad you enjoy my videos bro!! This is the one I use all the time on or off video and it works great!! Now it is a little pricy but the quality is hard to beat! Plus you can add a blower to it if you have a need for that option. www.thermoworks.com/Signals?tw=DEADBROKEBBQ Thermoworks is know for their commercial temp probes. Let me know if you get one!! Have a great weekend and keep crushing that protein!!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ Awesome. Thank you. I got the Thermoworks MK4 because of your recommendations on here and I love it. Thank you
@@zomBmoon ya I couldn't live without my Mk4!! Tried a few cheaper ones and they just do not read as fast so I don't really mess with them anymore!! I appreciate you using my links Dennis! They do not cost anymore but I do get a little kick back!!!
o man brought out the Wisconsin slang lol got me a DXL coming soon
Awesome Scotty!! Fun pit and some people have a few issues with the controller and I suggest you always dump and burn out those pellets after you finish cooking!! Thanks for watching brother!!
I am not a fan of pellet grills, looks like a lot of extra work cleaning that thing. Charcoal and wood for me. St. Louis Ribs!! St. Louis!!
Ya I am a charcoal and wood fan also but sometimes these pellet poopers are fun to run also. Thanks for watching Jesse!!!
My pit Boss had flare ups all the time ..I couldn't trust it..the last thing I wanted was to watch a brisket smoke for 10 hours..today I bought Oklahoma Joe's for $249.00
Great price!!!! Just make sure you dump those pellets on the DLX, notorious for pellet jams! I really like the smoker though!! Thanks for watching!
@@DeadBrokeBBQ that is what I learned from you..it only takes a minute and it does make sense..as I have went through a treager and pit boss..hopefully I like this one to..I do like the sear already
Yes the sear on it is pretty dang good for sure!
may the force be with you
And also with you!!! hahahaha Thanks for watching!!
Lol..if you spend Thousands you're a PRO right..? I guess I have to spend THOUSANDS to cook like a PRO, great review keep up the reviews.
Hahahah well you get what you pay for when it comes to a pellet grill but with this said Pit Boss did add a PID controller to their new Pro Series that is sold at Lowe's and for the most part it is a dang good pellet grill. Now my controller is getting the new firmware update and will be back soon so hopefully it crushes the cooks and then it will be listed as the best box store pellet grill! Thanks for watching!!
Shirley Fab is a great smoker
They sure are!
I've also had the pit boss and did not care for it ..I had problems with my augar and jamming issues with it..🤷♂️ Good and bad with everything but I love Oklahoma Joe so far
Ya I never had a jam on my Pit Boss 1100 but I had a couple on the DLX but that was after high temp cooks! So I just got in the habit to dump the pellet. Glad yours is doing good, mine did and I ran it a lot!!! Thanks again for watching!!
Ricer how many pellet grills do you have ?
I am down to 5 but got more coming in. It never ends!!! hahaha
@@DeadBrokeBBQ never can have enough.
sup dead broke have you had any problems with the pitboss overfilling the fire pot??? Soulution???
Hi Sanava, no I have never had a burn out on mine yet. To me it sounds like an igniter problem or you got your P set too low!?! Call customer service and they should help you out but I never adjusted my P setting so it might be why I never ran into that issue?!?! Keep me posted so others can see how it is solved!! Thanks for watching!!
Call'm entry if ya want, but coming from a propane grill, I'm shitin in high cotton with my new Ryder......love it. Thanks Trump for the trump bucks.
Hahaha wise investment with those Trump Bucks for sure!! Glad you enjoy your Rider, you got a good cooker for sure!!