Reddit reviews Secrets to Smoking on the Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker and Other Smokers: An Independent Guide with Master Recipes from a BBQ Champion

Secret's to Smoking on the Weber Smokey Mountain and Other Smokers" by Bill Gillespie.

Congrats on the new smoker! Weber smokey mountains are a great step up from electric.

These links should help:

https://amazingribs.com/weber-smokey-mountain-accessories

http://virtualweberbullet.com

https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Smoking-Smokey-Mountain-Smokers/dp/1624140998


If you don't have one, I would get a nice wireless thermometer since the one on the lid will not be accurate.

It just takes a little practice and building up confidence... while getting to eat way better BBQ than you get at most restaurants and way more fresh.

If you don't already have one, you really need to get a digital thermometer like this one.

And I highly recommend this book for some great recipes - smoked meatloaf was really good. The mac n' cheese recipe is ridiculous.. family/coworkers know me for it. It has a lot of other great tips for the WSM too.

Welcome to the club, it's such a delicious hobby.