Bull Buying Bull RT-700, does anyone recommend any "must have accessories" or just get the grill and start smoking?

[Jwarhoover]

Buying Bull RT-700, does anyone recommend any "must have accessories" or just get the grill and start smoking?
I want to make sure I'm good to go out of the gate.
thanks

 

[charlesrshell]

Buying Bull RT-700, does anyone recommend any "must have accessories" or just get the grill and start smoking?
I want to make sure I'm good to go out of the gate.
thanks

Welcome to the forum. If you will be moving your Bull around some the competition cart would be nice to have. Also the front shelf is a must have for me.

 

[Jwarhoover]

Welcome to the forum. If you will be moving your Bull around some the competition cart would be nice to have. Also the front shelf is a must have for me.

thanks for that, I guess I have reviewed so many grills I didn't notice that it didn't have that shelf. I believe probably a must have.

 

[Greg Jones]

My Bull is fully loaded with the competition cart, the smoke box, and the front shelf (Bought it as part of a package deal they used to offer). The front shelf is the one thing I would not want to be without. Also, the competition cart is half off now with the purchase of a new Bull, so you won’t ever find a better deal on that.

 

[Jwarhoover]

My Bull is fully loaded with the competition cart, the smoke box, and the front shelf (Bought it as part of a package deal they used to offer). The front shelf is the one thing I would not want to be without. Also, the competition cart is half off now with the purchase of a new Bull, so you won’t ever find a better deal on that.

Probably will not be moving around so probably ok on that, What about the small interior shelf, does anyone recommend that?

 

[Greg Jones]

Probably will not be moving around so probably ok on that, What about the small interior shelf, does anyone recommend that?

It has a lot of utility, so much that I recently bought a second one. Here’s a recent discussion I posted on one way I use mine.
https://www.recteqforum.com/threads/alternative-small-shelf-useage.2381/

 

[Beach Bum]

The front shelf is #1 for me. They show sold out online but a few folks have been able to call and secure one. I love my competition cart. I do move my grill often. At half price it is a really good deal and very sturdy. I would grab a couple mesh mats if you plan to smoke fish. Use mine for salmon often. I agree with Greg on the interior shelves. I'm holding off on the smokebox as a holiday present for myself.

 

[Dougfresh]

It’s pretty easy to build your own customized front shelf so just consider that. Search the forum for “front shelf mod” and you’ll find some examples and details.

 

[mooncusser2k]

I'll add another vote for the front shelf. It might as well be a standard feature in my opinion.

I also recommend the comp cart if you're going to move the grill at all. For example, in & out of a garage or shed. Some of us have seen the OEM swivel casters fail in less than a year. The current 50% offer with grill purchase is a no-brainer to me. Not to mention the cart should ship safer on a pallet with the grill than what UPS will do to it as a stand-alone package.

My other must-have suggestion is a good instant read thermometer. Thermapen Mk4 is tops and there are other good ones (Javelin Pro).

 

[Hilbe]

Front shelf and grill grates. Don't get the grates though if you're going to sear on a Bullseye. Save yourself the $100.

 

[Mike]

@Jwarhoover take a look at this thread, Recommended Pellet Grill Accessories

 

[cookingjnj]

Welcome to the group. Must haves: front shelf, an instant read thermometer (prefer Thermapen), good set of thongs, heat resistant gloves, heavy duty tin foil, frog mats or cookie drying racks that can stand a little heat, a dedicated cooler for your FTC process (does not have to be dedicated I guess but why not)....oh and the list goes on and on.

 

[Jonathan Buffett]

cold smoke box, mesh grilling mats, and the griddle are all great.
But I would not waste my money on the interior shelves.

 

[Jwarhoover]

Welcome to the group. Must haves: front shelf, an instant read thermometer (prefer Thermapen), good set of thongs, heat resistant gloves, heavy duty tin foil, frog mats or cookie drying racks that can stand a little heat, a dedicated cooler for your FTC process (does not have to be dedicated I guess but why not)....oh and the list goes on and on.

Thank you, not new to the smoking world just to pellet smoking and this unit particular. thanks for the insight.

 

[mooncusser2k]

good set of thongs

just be careful not to burn your buns

 

[GrillIndy]

I'll second on the griddle, use mine at least weekly. I'm surprised no one suggested the sear kit. Sure think it helps with steak and chops. Burgers are slso good on the kit.

 

[WooPigFoodie]

I bought one of these “middle toolbox” shelving units from Stanley for $120. I use it for tools, rags, gloves, and my thermapro. It fits perfectly. I have a rolling side cutting board so no front shelf for me.

https://sparkdiscounts.com/products...MIua3e8JrS6wIVih-tBh0n7QAyEAQYBiABEgKBe_D_BwE

 

[charlesrshell]

I bought one of these “middle toolbox” shelving units from Stanley for $120. I use it for tools, rags, gloves, and my thermapro. It fits perfectly. I have a rolling side cutting board so no front shelf for me.

https://sparkdiscounts.com/products...MIua3e8JrS6wIVih-tBh0n7QAyEAQYBiABEgKBe_D_BwE

Nice

 

[WooPigFoodie]

I bought one of these “middle toolbox” shelving units from Stanley for $120. I use it for tools, rags, gloves, and my thermapro. It fits perfectly. I have a rolling side cutting board so no front shelf for me.

https://sparkdiscounts.com/products...MIua3e8JrS6wIVih-tBh0n7QAyEAQYBiABEgKBe_D_BwE

Oh yeah, the bag hanging off to the left is where I store the cord when not plugged in. I got it on Amazon for about $10.

 

[Keister]

Welcome to the forum Jwarhoover. I would say it depends on how you use it. A front shelf is always handy, you never have too many places to set things. If you're going to use it as a grill, the grill grates searing kit is good to have, the mesh mats are fantastic to use w/ chicken/fish, and maybe a smoke tube for added smoke flavor. If you're going to use it mainly for smoking, they you're pretty much ready to go out the gate.. just get some good hardwood pellets and you're ready to go. The interior shelves would be good if you need a lot of real estate (cooking a lot of wings for the big game, sides, etc.), it's always a nice thing to have around when space starts getting tight. I find that I use mine quite a bit but I've only got the trailblazer. The smoke box, I've seen a lot of back and forth posted on here about that.. so again, that comes down to personal preference (cold smoking/warmer).

Oh, and don't forget to have some good beverages around, you always need to stay hydrated so to speak.