I enjoy smoking, I bought a Pit Barrel Smoker, very simple to use. I've ordered a thermostatic fan kit to attach to the air side port so I can cook at a lower and slower temp, but have easily done so without just by limiting how many hot coals I put on top. Half a starter chimney usually gets me right at 225 and I spread it around the edges, so it doesn't light the entire 'top' of the charcoal holder. I get 12-14 hours without having to touch a thing, at 5500k' elevation.

Its a simple design and for those interested in smoking but not wanting to have to think about it, these are a sure bet. I cook 6 half chickens at a time mostly and it takes about 3-4 hours. I pull the meat, bag and freeze it for other dishes.

Works great as a grill too. I've learned I can grill with a lot less than the 'recommended' charcoal amounts, because you don't need the duration, just the coverage.