I ended up 14th out of the 20 competitive teams, but finished 4th out of 10 in the amateur teams. Had 2 perfect scores and 4 other great scores so I'm happy with the results. Ribs were a knockout and within 15 minutes all of my ribs were gone for the public tasting...8 slabs worth!
KCBS is an interesting beast but I certainly enjoyed the day. Would probably do another even though it is a ton of work and prep for a sanctioned event. Couldn't ask for better weather either, sunny and 75 all day long.
Was also interviewed by a local cable TV station wearing my red WKC shirt, so we received some free advertising Troy!
Name is derived from my profession, a physical education instructor and coach:
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The lineup:
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Prepped and ready to go on the smoker:
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Hard at work:
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Final box, not perfect but all 8's or 9's on appearance from KCBS judges:
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Wife and boy showing support:
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Part of the public tasting:
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Winner's smoker...was handed down throughout his family. 1st time competing for him too so I'm glad he beat the pants off the competition teams!:
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