What size chunks?

VAsmoke · Joined: 08 Jul 2007 Posts: 11 Location: Richmond VA

I have a newbie question. I have a lot of hickory that I am seasoning - what size chunks should i split them in to? I see where people are selling hickory chunks but I dont know the size they are. Want to make sure it burns efficiently in the smoker. Thanks

stevenr · Posted: Jul 09 2007 Post subject:

depends on if you are using them as your main wood for smoking, or as an add in for flavor.........

VAsmoke · Joined: 08 Jul 2007 Posts: 11 Location: Richmond VA

Sorry about that - I would be using it as my main wood for smoking.

1MoreFord · Posted: Jul 09 2007 Post subject:

It will also depend on what size pit you're using. Naturally, smaller pits, smaller sticks. For a smaller pit, try starting with sticks about the diameter of a 12oz coke bottle. Length ~12-14-16" or so, as long as it fits comfortably in the firebox.

VAsmoke · Joined: 08 Jul 2007 Posts: 11 Location: Richmond VA

Thanks that is what I was planning on size wise - just wanted to be sure.