SMOKE RING SUMMIT · EQUIPMENT

Choose for the cook.

Find the tool for the job, from checking a steak to making more of your trim.

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Temperature tools

Black ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE instant-read thermometer

ThermoWorks

Thermapen ONE

Instant-read checks across several parts of a cut.

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Details & limitations: Thermapen ONE

A fast instant-read option for checking doneness at several points in steaks, chicken and brisket.

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Purple ThermoWorks ThermoPop 2 instant-read thermometer

ThermoWorks

ThermoPop 2

A lower-cost option for everyday temperature checks.

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Details & limitations: ThermoPop 2

A simpler, lower-cost instant-read alternative for everyday grilling and cooking.

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ThermoWorks RFX MEAT wireless starter kit shown with a single meat probe

ThermoWorks

RFX MEAT Starter Kit

Wireless meat-temperature monitoring for long cooks.

Single-probe configuration pictured. Verify kit contents.

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Details & limitations: RFX MEAT Starter Kit

RFX single-probe configuration pictured. Other kit configurations may be available; verify the included probe count and gateway on the ThermoWorks product page.

Wireless meat-temperature monitoring for long cooks. Check the kit contents and gateway compatibility before purchasing.

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Red ThermoWorks Signals four-channel Wi-Fi thermometer with wired probes

ThermoWorks

Signals 4-Channel Thermometer

Monitor meat and pit temperatures with four wired channels.

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Details & limitations: Signals 4-Channel Thermometer

Four wired probe channels to monitor meat and pit temperatures during low-and-slow barbecue.

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ThermoWorks Industrial IR Gun IR-GUN-S infrared surface thermometer

ThermoWorks

Industrial IR Gun

Check griddle and pan surfaces, not internal meat doneness.

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Details & limitations: Industrial IR Gun

Measures surface temperatures on griddles, pans and grill surfaces. It does not measure internal meat temperature; reflective metal can affect readings.

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Prep & processing

Red ThermoWorks Gravitas digital kitchen scale with stainless steel weighing platform

ThermoWorks

Gravitas Kitchen Scale

Weigh rubs and ingredients for repeatable recipes.

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Details & limitations: Gravitas Kitchen Scale

Weigh ingredients for rubs, sauces and repeatable recipes with the Gravitas precision kitchen scale.

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Red VEVOR electric meat grinder with stainless steel tray and grinding head

VEVOR

#22 Electric Meat Grinder

Turn suitable meat trim into burger and sausage blends.

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Details & limitations: #22 Electric Meat Grinder

Turn suitable meat trim into ground blends for burgers or sausage. VEVOR lists two grinding plates and a sausage kit with this #22 grinder. Consider its size and cleanup needs alongside the amount you plan to process.

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VEVOR 12-inch commercial meat slicer with carbon steel blade and built-in sharpener

VEVOR

12-Inch Commercial Meat Slicer

Slice cooked roasts and deli-style meats at home.

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Details & limitations: 12-Inch Commercial Meat Slicer

VEVOR lists a 320W motor, 12-inch carbon steel blade, built-in sharpener and adjustable slice thickness from 0 to 0.6 inches. Check counter space, carriage size and cleaning requirements. Follow manufacturer instructions. Not independently tested by Smoke Ring Summit.

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Holding & storage

VEVOR four-tier stainless steel warming cabinet with a single door

VEVOR

4-Tier Food Warming Cabinet

Hold cooked barbecue hot until serving.

Check the food temperature, not just the cabinet setting.

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Details & limitations: 4-Tier Food Warming Cabinet

Keep cooked barbecue and other foods hot until serving. This four-tier cabinet has adjustable shelves and a water tray. Check its dimensions and pan compatibility against your setup before buying.

Hot-holding: Use a food thermometer to confirm the food stays at or above 140°F. The cabinet setting alone does not confirm the food’s internal temperature. USDA guidance.

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VEVOR stainless steel chamber vacuum sealer with transparent lid

VEVOR

Chamber Vacuum Sealer

Portion meat for freezing and seal foods with liquid.

Vacuum sealing does not make perishable food shelf-stable. Refrigerate or freeze promptly.

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Details & limitations: Chamber Vacuum Sealer

Portion meat for the freezer or seal foods with liquid in a chamber-style machine. VEVOR lists an 11.5-inch sealing bar and adjustable vacuum and seal times. Check the chamber dimensions and bag compatibility against the portions you plan to pack.

Storage: Vacuum sealing does not make perishable food shelf-stable. Refrigerate or freeze meat promptly and follow safe storage times.

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Accessories & books

ThermoWorks Hi-Temp Silicone Brush for barbecue sauce and glazes

ThermoWorks

Hi-Temp Silicone Brush

Apply sauces and glazes to ribs, chicken and more.

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Details & limitations: Hi-Temp Silicone Brush

Useful for applying glazes and barbecue sauces to ribs, chicken and other foods.

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Red ThermoWorks silicone kitchen toolkit with hotpads, spatula, mini utensils and brush

ThermoWorks

Hi-Temp Silicone Kitchen Toolkit

Six tools for sauce prep, glazing and protecting surfaces.

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Details & limitations: Hi-Temp Silicone Kitchen Toolkit

A six-piece set for cooking, baking and prep, including hotpads/trivets, a mini spatula/spoonula set and a silicone brush. Useful for sauce prep, glazing and protecting surfaces from hot cookware.

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Franklin Barbecue book cover displayed with blue ThermoWorks thermometers

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Franklin Barbecue

Aaron Franklin’s guide to meat smoking and brisket.

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Details & limitations: Franklin Barbecue

A barbecue book focused on meat smoking and brisket, for cooks looking to build their low-and-slow knowledge.

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Hardcore Carnivore book by Jess Pryles displayed with green ThermoWorks thermometers

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Hardcore Carnivore

Jess Pryles’ meat-focused recipes and cooking techniques.

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Details & limitations: Hardcore Carnivore

A meat-focused cookbook covering recipes from slow-smoked barbecue ribs to cowboy steaks, with cooking techniques and foundations for building your skills.

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