Pitmaster-Approved Gear

The Pro Gear We Actually Use

Great rub is half the battle. These are the tools that win the other half — hand-picked BBQ gear we trust on the competition circuit and in the backyard.

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Instant-Read Meat Thermometer
Thermometers

Instant-Read Meat Thermometer

4.8

The #1 upgrade for anyone cooking meat. 2–3 second reads so you nail doneness every time.

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Wireless Smart Meat Probe
Thermometers

Wireless Smart Meat Probe

4.7

Set it, walk away, get an alert on your phone when the brisket hits temp. Game-changer for long cooks.

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Heat-Resistant BBQ Gloves
Tools

Heat-Resistant BBQ Gloves

4.6

Grab hot grates and pull pork straight off the smoker without flinching. Every pitmaster owns a pair.

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Stainless Grill Tool Set
Tools

Stainless Grill Tool Set

4.7

Spatula, tongs, and fork that will not bend or rust. The set that lives on your grill.

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Meat Injector Kit
Prep

Meat Injector Kit

4.5

Get flavor and moisture deep into big cuts. Pairs perfectly with a ChampQ marinade base.

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Smoker Box for Gas Grills
Smoking

Smoker Box for Gas Grills

4.5

Turn any gas grill into a smoker. Real wood-smoke flavor without buying a new rig.

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Pink Butcher Paper Roll
Smoking

Pink Butcher Paper Roll

4.8

The Texas-crutch essential — wrap your brisket to power through the stall and keep the bark.

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Non-Stick Rib Rack
Smoking

Non-Stick Rib Rack

4.4

Fit more racks on the grill and cook them evenly. Doubles your rib capacity for a cookout.

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Silicone Basting Mop & Brush
Prep

Silicone Basting Mop & Brush

4.5

Lay down sauce and mop without shedding bristles. Easy to clean, built to last.

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Cast Iron Grill Press
Tools

Cast Iron Grill Press

4.6

Perfect sear marks and even smash-burgers. Simple, cheap, and lasts a lifetime.

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