Title: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: Lightning on May 27, 2019, 03:55:18 PM
Post by: Lightning on May 27, 2019, 03:55:18 PM
I cooked a pork shoulder on the rotisserie a few days before going on vacation and didn't use my main performer until a few days after I got back. When I went to get it ready, this is what I found.
I don't remember the thermometer dropping into the drip pan after checking the roast when it finished up but evidently it did and that was the end of it. I should have another of the same type of instant read thermometer and a different one but I can't find either of them so I need a recommendation on a replacement.
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I don't remember the thermometer dropping into the drip pan after checking the roast when it finished up but evidently it did and that was the end of it. I should have another of the same type of instant read thermometer and a different one but I can't find either of them so I need a recommendation on a replacement.
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Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: Kneab on May 27, 2019, 04:28:47 PM
Post by: Kneab on May 27, 2019, 04:28:47 PM
Thermopen classic. I think they are still 25% off right now
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Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: Cellar2ful on May 27, 2019, 06:01:29 PM
Post by: Cellar2ful on May 27, 2019, 06:01:29 PM
^ 2nd on the Thermapen. Yes, the Classic Thermapen is still 25% off. Don't think I've seen them cheaper than $59 like they are currently.
https://www.thermoworks.com/Classic-Thermapen
Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: JEBIV on May 28, 2019, 03:27:55 AM
Post by: JEBIV on May 28, 2019, 03:27:55 AM
+3 on the Thermapen
Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: HoosierKettle on May 28, 2019, 06:00:28 AM
Post by: HoosierKettle on May 28, 2019, 06:00:28 AM
Wow, how drunk were you? I've drank a lot of beer at the grill but haven't melted my instant read yet
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Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: Firemunkee on May 28, 2019, 10:31:15 AM
Post by: Firemunkee on May 28, 2019, 10:31:15 AM
Great story! I have the Lavatools Javelin Pro and love it.
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Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: kettlebb on May 28, 2019, 10:55:12 AM
Post by: kettlebb on May 28, 2019, 10:55:12 AM
Thermapen Mk4
Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: hawgheaven on May 28, 2019, 11:23:30 AM
Post by: hawgheaven on May 28, 2019, 11:23:30 AM
Thermapen. Period.
Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: JEBIV on May 28, 2019, 11:23:55 AM
Post by: JEBIV on May 28, 2019, 11:23:55 AM
Get one with a lanyard LOL
Title: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: Mike in Roseville on May 28, 2019, 12:30:06 PM
Post by: Mike in Roseville on May 28, 2019, 12:30:06 PM
Thermapen. Buy once, cry once.
My dad had a few thermometers over the years and then we got him a Thermapen. He was so impressed using it...he said it is the greatest tool anyone can possibly have in their cooking arsenal.
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My dad had a few thermometers over the years and then we got him a Thermapen. He was so impressed using it...he said it is the greatest tool anyone can possibly have in their cooking arsenal.
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Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: HoosierKettle on May 28, 2019, 12:47:24 PM
Post by: HoosierKettle on May 28, 2019, 12:47:24 PM
Quote from: Firemunkee on May 28, 2019, 10:31:15 AM
Great story! I have the Lavatools Javelin Pro and love it.
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I've had the regular javelin for a couple years. It's still working great. I've also equipped the cafeteria staff at our local high school with one each. They love them.
I have no first hand experience with thermopen so I can't compare but for $26.99 the javelins are great. I've left mine out in the rain overnight with no issues. Still on the first battery.
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Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: Big Dawg on May 28, 2019, 02:37:10 PM
Post by: Big Dawg on May 28, 2019, 02:37:10 PM
I would also recommend the Maverick PT-100. I have both it and the Thermapen.
Both a good, durable, units.
BD
Both a good, durable, units.
BD
Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: Marzipan on May 28, 2019, 03:35:51 PM
Post by: Marzipan on May 28, 2019, 03:35:51 PM
I've read several times that the performance of the ThermaPen doesn't justify it's price, versus something like the Javalin Pro.
that said, what's the best thermometer to get a reading on the grill temperature, being the included one in the lid don't really work.
that said, what's the best thermometer to get a reading on the grill temperature, being the included one in the lid don't really work.
Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: HoosierKettle on May 28, 2019, 05:15:47 PM
Post by: HoosierKettle on May 28, 2019, 05:15:47 PM
The pro is a little longer and has backlit screen. Not worth the increase in price over standard imo.
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Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: Firemunkee on May 28, 2019, 07:17:24 PM
Post by: Firemunkee on May 28, 2019, 07:17:24 PM
Quote from: HoosierKettle on May 28, 2019, 05:15:47 PMI think it is supposed to read a little faster too? My buddy has the regular one. I should run a test!
The pro is a little longer and has backlit screen. Not worth the increase in price over standard imo.
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It also auto rotates the display based on whether your using it in your right or left hand.
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Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: HoosierKettle on May 29, 2019, 04:00:24 AM
Post by: HoosierKettle on May 29, 2019, 04:00:24 AM
Quote from: Firemunkee on May 28, 2019, 07:17:24 PMQuote from: HoosierKettle on May 28, 2019, 05:15:47 PMI think it is supposed to read a little faster too? My buddy has the regular one. I should run a test!
The pro is a little longer and has backlit screen. Not worth the increase in price over standard imo.
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It also auto rotates the display based on whether your using it in your right or left hand.
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I got my mother a pro as a gift a couple years ago. I've used it and didn't notice a difference but it would be a good test to try them out simultaneously which I haven't done. Let us know what you find out.
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Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: Lightning on June 02, 2019, 02:25:37 PM
Post by: Lightning on June 02, 2019, 02:25:37 PM
Quote from: HoosierKettle on May 28, 2019, 06:00:28 AM
Wow, how drunk were you? I've drank a lot of beer at the grill but haven't melted my instant read yet
It wasn't alcohol, it was extreme fatigue on account of the horrific hours they've been working me. In all seriousness, besides the melted thermometer, it's been taking a serious toll on my health.
I'm leaning towards getting a Thermapen Pro because the backlit screen would be a big help with all of the after dark cooking I do between the early sunsets during fall and winter and again because of my work hours. "Midnight barbecue" with a couple of my friends is something of a tradition now. Thanks for all the recommendations. I'll be paying a visit to my usual BBQ shop later in the week after pay day.
Title: Re: Oops. I need a thermometer recommendation
Post by: dogman on June 03, 2019, 11:35:21 AM
Post by: dogman on June 03, 2019, 11:35:21 AM
I think @Lightning pic needs to go to Thermapen. Maybe they will use it as marketing material and send him a freebie ;)
Seriously guy, don't let them work you to death. Your health is more important than their success. Been there, done that, won't be doing it again.
Seriously guy, don't let them work you to death. Your health is more important than their success. Been there, done that, won't be doing it again.