Rod Gray's BBQ Competition Class

Dive Pigs recently attended Rod Gray's BBQ Competition Class and I can honestly say it was well worth it.  He puts on a top notch class, is personable, keeps it real, and you won't go hungry. 

He took the time to make sure he knew everyone, made sure we all had clear visibility of what he was doing, as well as made sure to triple review each and every technique with us.  That being said, I will NOT be sharing what we learned in his class. If you want to know that, you will need to sign up for his class. 

For more information on his class:  Pellet Envy Classes

The experience left me with new friends, and built upon current skills and techniques... We covered Fires, Pits/Smokers, Chicken, Ribs, Pork Shoulders, and Brisket.  Picking meats, weight, trimming, prepping, cooking, and boxing up for presentation.  So much more ... was great, worth every penny!  

As a bonus to the class, Rod had a pretty cool guest Pitmaster running his Jambo Pit for the weekend.  Mr Jamie Geer himself. Not only did he run the pit, he also helped keep things picked up and running smooth.  For more information on Jamie check out: Jambo Pits

Two of the most humble and real people I have ever met. 

I won't leave Rod's wife out either, she was great.  She did a presentation on how to box up your meats for presentation and she did a lot of work behind the scenes.  

Came home with a nice bit of knowledge, a goodie bag, and a few new toys.  Going to be practicing what I learned over the next couple weeks so I don't forget.  Calvin (my 2 year old) decided to help me with the chicken.  FYI - Heritage chicken thighs from Kroger will not be used again... they were not uniform in cut and just a pain to work with.  Still, had a lot of fun with my son working on chicken.

Me, Jamie Geer, and Josh (in that order)

Josh and I at Rod's killer trailer (counters are 41" tall so no bending over while prepping) and a Jambo Pit on the back...