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To clean the pitboss 850 pro grates I take a black bin with yellow top from Costco put the grates in, spray with pit boss degreaser and easy off for grills let set 10 minutes, next put dawn in container fill with some hot water let sit 10 minutes, use steel wool and kitchen sponge everything wipes right off very easy. I do this after each cook I also put foil completely covering the whole bottom of the barrel half way up and I wrap the heat deflector also. Doing this makes clean up easy. I also don’t put the meat directly on the grates unless searing otherwise some little container that are disposable from Amazon. Again easy clean up. I don’t cook on a dirty machine and do what I can to make clean up easy. Great video

Hey, great video! Only thing I would "correct" you on is how the controller works. Once the set temp is met, they still feed pellets, otherwise your fire would die out. They actually go into the smoke setting, and feed pellets based on your p set timing. Also, I sear on my pit boss ALL the time, and I love it! It gets up to 650-700° easily according to the dome thermometer, which when the sear plate is closed is always really close to the digital readout. When searing I sear 2 burgers or steaks at a time, then move them to the side to finish cooking, and do two more, with the open flame they get marks so quick it works really well! Also, as far as your temp difference from left to right, remove that bottom flat drip tray, and add a $30 traeger style heat diffuser, the one that sits right over the fire pot. And then the pit boss also has problems with temp swings due to the gap under that curved drip tray on the left side, where it sits on the body or the barrel, it allows heat from the fire pot to blow directly on the rtd sensor. Cover that with tin foil, or theres a guy on eBay that actually fabs up a piece of metal to rivet in there. Once you take these steps, the pit boss is unbeatable for the price and hopper capacity.

Thanks for the shout out dude! I need to do one of these comparison videos because I am constantly getting questions like these... Btw the bloopers were hilarious!! 😂

Thanks for talking about maintenance and cleaning. Most people don't talk about that, but it's part of the process and probably the most annoying part.

Timing is everything. I returned from Lowes with my new smoker shortly after you posted your video. I've been sitting on the fence between these two cookers for a week, but I (re)purchased the Pit Boss and here's why. I purchased my first Pit Boss Pro 1100 on July 3rd 2020 and used it several times really liking the outcomes. I came up from a Masterbuilt electric smoker so 'live fire' was a significant change. Then 5 weeks later on August 10th a derecho (inland hurricane) hit my town Cedar Rapids, among the damaged property was my practically new Pit Boss 1100. About 500 pounds of Maple tree hit it and dented or distorted the hopper, auger chamber, barrel, and legs. It was totalled. Lowes was out of the Pro 1100 nationwide so I started looking at the Rider DLX. I really liked the headroom above the shelves, something the Pro 1100 lacks, but the small hopper was a minus. Add in that I couldn't get over how much the heat diffuser on the Rider looked like a trash can lid, plus how difficult I assumed it would be to keep it clean, and I was stuck between the Rider and the Pro 1100. Then 13 days into my decision process I got an email alert that a Lowes 30 miles from my town just received a shipment of Pit Boss Pro 1100s. I got off work early today to make the trip to pick up the cooker. Yes, both models are pellet grills and a competition BBQ-er chuckles at them - that would be my brother in law who is a competition cooker with many awards. But for me the Pit Boss had reliability and most important familiarity going for it. Ricer, in my opinion you are correct, learn your cooker and the differences between the models soon becomes negligible. P.S. I have a Weber for grilling, I don't rely on the searing capabilities of my smoker.

The rider's hopper can be easily modified for more capacity with a simple sheet metal box added to the top.

Hey, I've been creeping on you channel since father's day. I sold my chargrill combo and bought a Rider DLX. I had my combo set up like a charcoal smoker on one side then the gas on the other.. I have three active kids, not the best for my lifestyle. I have no experience with pellet grills. I've had zero issues with the Rider. It's a great product. I get consistent temps always. The center grill is cracked, that doesn't affect performance. It's what I need, something I can set up and I don't need to babysit a lot. I think it's more of a grill that can be used as a smoker. Until I get more free time and I finally buy a stick burner, this will do. Cheers, great work!

I actually ended up getting both these grills in through pallet sales. Been meaning to try the dlx more but I just so used of the pitboss and has been really reliable for me.

Hey Ricer... to me, this is your best video... hands down. Informative and entertaining. Take care bro!

Hahaha man you weren’t kidding about the fly swatting, that was hysterical! Great comparison between the two grills too. Awesome job brother!

There are some known issues of the Ryder DLX.... You can get the details from the Facebook group... But in general.. The round center grate almost always cracks. The full metal body and wheels causes grounding issues if you have your grill standing on cement or Gravel and plugged into a GFI. This issue will cause it to constantly pop the GFI or give you the ER2 codes. Other than that when you learn the grille it's pretty awesome.

I like the double smoke stack on the OK Joe, seems like it would help with more even temps from left to right.

Great video brother. Perfect delivery a comparison. Awesome bloopers too!!!

Be on the lookout in the coming months for the OJ DLX 2022 models aka their gen 2's. Just spoke to them today and they updated the auger to nix their auger issues (now calling it the pit 2.0 with higher torque) and a new control panel/system (one much smaller and more polished beautiful knob and a landscape placed screen with buttons set by themselves not under said screen) with the first ever dual temp sensors in any pellet grills out there. They said they should be in Lowes replacing the older models soonish, some places having already done so per rep. Pretty stoked about it if it fixes most of the issues from the gen 1's (like yours in this video) and to see if you can tell a noticeable difference in internal build quality if you pick one up.

i own the pb1100 and this weekend i cooked some ribs. the left side of the grill is accurate with the control display but the right side is up to 130 degrees higher. i spoke to pitboss and the customer service department told me that the right side does run hotter. and that i had to keep an eye on the cook. that is one big temp difference. with my stick burner i am within 25 degrees left to right. i run the exhaust stack on the pb1100 wide open.

Lol The amazing wackin fly zapper dude...Great video!

I got the Oklahoma Joes 900. No sticker issues. Also, I have a cold and hot zone, but I have that all figured out and I know where to put the meat to get the cook I want. One other thing, the deflector is very different with my 900 versus your older DLX.

I have had a Rider dlx for a minute now. I have no cracks in the grates and have had one auger jam. The auger jam was my fault do to leaving a pan of water in the grill after a cook. I have had it shut down two times with an error code but I was useing an old cord and my grill would start right back up. I easily run several hundred pounds of pellets through my grill and it runs fantastic with no problems. my friend who has had one longer than me and has run way more pellets through his grill than me and Cooks way more on his grill than I do also has had no problems. My friend also has some good cooking videos up on KZfaq on the Rider DLX and he goes by Big Baby. Look him up enjoy cooking everybody.

*Oh yes I love comparison videos...* This was hands down one of your best videos... BTW... I am gong to get one of those fly swatters best outro EVER!

Great video, Ricer. I experienced an auger jam, Grill grate cracked and ignitor went out as well, but I have to say Oklahoma joes customer service is great, and they took care of the issues. Have a great week 🤙🏼

Literally you are my go to as I try to decide which pellet grill to go with.

Ricer with the bug saber skills lol...I enjoyed this comparison. I think what you pointed out at the end regarding the type of preferred wheels is often overlooked in pellet smokers-well smokers period. Most often we get these little casters that are rated solely for moving across concrete, however, a lot of folks (myself included) have to wheel the smoker through grass to get to the concrete patio. The one I bought has 8" foam filled tires which helps a lot. Thanks again for sharing.

That's a solid comparison, Ricer. I've had my eye on a Camp Chef for a while, but haven't pulled the trigger yet.

Great review Ricer! I'm a Pit Boss fan and have the 1100 and a tailgater. Luckily I guess I don't have the huge temperature differences and also haven't had any issues in about a year and a half. I do like the 3 levels of the Oklahoma Joe! Great honest reviews of both!

I think I saw 3 nice backhand kill shots there Ricer....Nice! Hey...Jimmy Johnson is retiring from NASCAR after this season so maybe you could get his Pit Crew to maintain these grills for ya...WOW!! I had noooooo idea they had so many parts and pieces. Thank goodness for the WTSO sponsorship...liquid energy for sure!....and gives us something to do since College football is cancelled. Being serious...this was a great video to learn from. Great job bud! Y'all take care up there

This vid was worth the wait! We didn't know you had such tennis skills, Ricer!!!😀 Awesome vid as usual, BBQ friend!!!

Excellent video! The force is definitely with you.

Great video on the comparisons. You’ve got some major skills going on with the fly saber. Got a strong backhand there hahaha

River, loved the video. The bloopers were so funny! I really enjoyed your comparisons and feel I understand the cookers so much better! Keep on being awesome!

That last fly got extra crispy!! LOL!! Great video Ricer!!

I love the chapter markers! Thanks for putting this one out there.

Thanks for the video. Also, your communication during the video is great. Keep up the good work.

I loved my DLX. I may have to get another one. I left my last one in Hawaii.

Love the channel man!! I’ve watched a lot of your Rider DLX vids and they’re super helpful just did two racks of Baby backs with water pans underneath and I was very satisfied with the cook 👍 more videos would be awesome I don’t know how you feel about smoking whole chickens or chicken thighs but a video would definitely be fun to watch.

Janesville here, this video is awesome... Thanks

I was down to the Pit Boss Pro Series 1600 and the Oklahoma Joe Rider DLX. I went with the 1600 simply due to all the problems with the Oklahoma Joe. I like my 1600 but it has problems of its own. I am waiting on the updated controller for it. The gen 2 of the Rider DLX may be in my future if the updated controller on the Pit Boss doesn't work as advertised.

Great video Ricer. Next video, I'm going to keep score on the kills.

Watched the entire thing. Great video Ricer. I need one of those fly death wands. Great job.

We were looking for the kind of all-around type grill to replace our propane (limited space) and I found out about pellet grill/smokers. Research led me to your channel and had us decide to get the OK Joe DLX and we are loving it! Oh and we had to get it a blanket too...Nebraska winters...excited to learn this cooker!

Watched it again, always learning. Thanks again!

One more thing, cause of videos like this,I always clear the auger before I cool it down. Such a pain in the ass and waste of pellets. But, I still really like this grill/smoker.

Nice review.. I have the PB 1100 I sear steaks all the time with the vent .It works well for me. Always a a good char. It does have a hot spot just to the right of the center. Mine also only has two grates now 3. I agree with the porcelain coated grates mine have cracked in some place from thermal cool down. Stainless would be better.

Great comparison video Ricer! The fly killing had me rolling..🤣😂..need one of those..have and great one brother, you all stay safe!👍👊🎾

Great video Ricer! I have the Joe and have really enjoyed it. No augur jams yet though I always empty the hopper. However, I don't burn out the augur clean. I have seen some cracks in my grate. Otherwise very happy with the purchase. Hoping you get a Camp Chef now. I have a buddy who really seems to like his Camp Chef SG-24. For an entry level cooker it seems maybe to one up both of these featured in this video Thanks!

Nice video! Need more of these.

Just from a build quality I'd go with the DLX, that is a hefty piece of equipment and its taller. Cheers! The flies are heavy right now here, oh the smell of that last fly LOL!

Two-hour Tavern Talk and a 20-minute video? It takes a lot of time to be your friend, Ricer! Good stuff! #bbqforce

Just ran across your video and Dude you got a like and sub from me because I got a great big giggle out of this thing. Your outro/ bloopers were awesome. Great comparison video!

Best video I have seen of yours yet! You had a lot of fun with that one!

I have two of the fly zappers .

OK Joe also has rib racks, drum racks or regular racks you can put in instead of the 2 upper racks

Awesome video Ricer!

Great video I love the entertainment

Nicely done Ricer!

Great Video

Awesome comparison! Thanks a lot, very informative!

Alright, just found you and i'm loving your stuff! Super simple question, I do a LOT of propane grilling. Steaks, Korean BBQ< but mostly steaks (and they're damn good, too!) - Is it easy enough to turn one of these bad boys on for a simple steak? Don't worry, i'll be doing pork butt and brisket too, just use to grilling steaks a few times a week quickly - thanks man!

Great video sir! Thank you for sharing.

Appreciate the video, well edited, well done!!

I know I’m WAY late....but you had me rolling with the flys! SUBSCRIBED! Been interested in upgrading my smaller PB and had my eye on the Oklahoma Joe’s. Thanks for the review!

Awesome info. New subscriber. Have not purchased yet and grabbing all the info I can to “get it right” the first time.

Thanks for the informative video Ricer! Not sure if I’ll be doing another cook with you if it involves wine and the bug zapper! You got a little wild with that thing! If you did zap your face now that would make great video!

Awesome video as usual brother. What I really want to know is where can I get myself one of those awesome fly killers from lol...

Subscribed just for the fly kill....great vid man, i just bought the OK Joe, waiting for it to be delivered.

You answered a lot of good questions.

Ok, now I want a fly zapper! May the force be with you Jeff 🤣Hey great comparison between the two pellet grills!

I gotta get me one of those!!! (Fly swatter) lol! That looks funnier than horse shoes!

I am not a fan of pellet grills, looks like a lot of extra work cleaning that thing. Charcoal and wood for me. St. Louis Ribs!! St. Louis!!

love watching your vids brother

Shirley Fab is a great smoker

Good review but me personally I'm a pitboss fan hands down....love mine

Good video though I only found you because I typed Pit Boss into the Search box in January. Take it easy Ricer

Good research, Pitts & Spitts is on my side of town - all my life 😂😂 #Houston

Get the Rec tec RT700 and do some cooks on it. That thing is awesome

Good luck if you get a Oklahoma joes , in have them experience with both n the Oklahoma joes does work at all

Awesome video brother! Was curious if you knew if we can order the updated iron sear grates since they fixed the problem with the cracking? Mine has cracked pretty bad. Thanks man!

may the force be with you

Ricer Lord of the flies! Lol! Great video! Lots of info.

Bought the Oklahoma Joe Ryder and love it

Hey Jeff, If you are in contact with someone at Oklahoma Joe's could you please talk to them about creating a deeper removable rack grate for the upper area? They've got room for a deeper rack would be nice....

AWESOME fun!!!

My pit Boss had flare ups all the time ..I couldn't trust it..the last thing I wanted was to watch a brisket smoke for 10 hours..today I bought Oklahoma Joe's for $249.00

Thank you for the great video

You are the man. I have a question. Have you ever tried putting a smoke pot in the Rider with wood chips to get more smoke or won't it work. Thanks.

You are cool as he//, I own a Traeger Timberline and I love it. I started off with the Pro Series then moved up, but I still have my Webber lol

Have you noticed a difference in performance with different pellets. I have the Ryder dlx using tragger pellets and I have to let it slowly come up to temp before I can set it to sear. I have to let it start smoking temp before I can go up to 300+. What happens is it will trip my gfi because the fire gets too hot so it shuts off, have you ever had that issue without a grease fire.

I've also had the pit boss and did not care for it ..I had problems with my augar and jamming issues with it..🤷‍♂️ Good and bad with everything but I love Oklahoma Joe so far

Great Video. I am leaning towards the DLX mostly because of the interior height and sear option. PB seems short on height less than 9'' compared to 13 for the DLX. But I do like the PID controllers. You think I could pickup a different controller from another brand and install it, I would think it would all wire up the same but idk that's why im asking. Thanks again

Every time I want to do something new I always come to your page and see if you have smoked it before. I also love sucklebuster rubs and I got that from watching you smoke a Boston Butt. I am looking for a good wifi/bluetooth Meat Thermometer. What would you recommand?

Informative and entertaining video. You need to do a comparison of the Electronic Fly Swatter you have and the Salt Gun. :-)

Lol..if you spend Thousands you're a PRO right..? I guess I have to spend THOUSANDS to cook like a PRO, great review keep up the reviews.

My rancher 1000xl has wagon wheels. I'm having trouble with the temp bouncing from 100 to 500 then giving a over heat alarm.

do you have any videos of you cooking on the Oklahoma DLX? Looking to buy a pellet smoker, but can't make up my mind.

Hey Dead! I'm considering both the OJ Raider DLX and the Pit Boss 850 with the PID controller. I like all the features of the DLX and don't really need the PID controller, but hear of all the issues from breakers popping, to auger games, to inconsistent heat and even the ash catcher getting stuck (guessing from cross threading). Have you had any of these issues?

On my T2 1000 has the big iron wheels

How much was the Controller Board? This grill only keeps me from buying because of parts. I can get anything for a Traeger or Pitt Boss. Think they messed up in not using a controller that can be bought off Amazon.

o man brought out the Wisconsin slang lol got me a DXL coming soon

@oklahoma Joe Save your money and purchase something that works. I purchased on 8/13 used twice quite. Contacted customer service after 7 weeks received replacement parts. Now a new error code. Customer Service giving run around on replacement. $600+ mistake.

Call'm entry if ya want, but coming from a propane grill, I'm shitin in high cotton with my new Ryder......love it. Thanks Trump for the trump bucks.