Alaska and Hawaii Orders

Posted in BDS on December 14th, 2011 by Rocky

For orders going to Alaska and Hawaii, they will need to be shipped to a 3rd party shipping company named “Northland Services” in Seattle, WA.

Northland Services will ship the freight on a barge to Alaska and Hawaii.

You will need to contact Northland Services to arrange the final leg of the shipment.

I have not shipped any orders to Hawaii yet, but have shipped one order to Alaska last month.

The price for shipping the SMALL, MEDIUM, and LARGE models to Northland Services in Seattle, WA will be $285.00, $325.00, and $350.00.

Northland Services will charge $75.00 to $125.00 to Alaska, depending on where.

ALASKA DESTINATIONS:

Southeast:

Juneau
Sitka
Petersburg
Wrangell
Thorne Bay
Craig/Klawock
Ketchikan
Metlakatla

Central:

Anchorage
Fairbanks

Western:

Kotzebue
Nome
Bethel
Dillingham
Naknek
Dutch Harbor

HAWAII DESTINATIONS:

Honolulu
Nawiliwili
Molokai
Kahului
Kawaihae
Hilo
Lanai

Contact Northland Services for more information:

http://www.northlandservices.com/destinations/

Big Drum Smokers In 46 States

Posted in BDS on December 3rd, 2011 by Rocky

Actually, there are 45 BDS states plus Washington, DC.

Hopefully, there will be Big Drum Smokers in all 50 states eventually.

The 5 states without any BDS customers are:

Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Rhode Island, Hawaii.

Live Chat Available

Posted in BDS on November 26th, 2011 by Rocky

Live Chat has been added. It is listed in the “Blogroll” menu and is linked to the live chat on the BDS Forum. Works great.

Christmas Order Deadline

Posted in BDS on November 25th, 2011 by Rocky

Get your orders in by Wednesday, December 7 to guarantee delivery by Christmas.

SMALL Models Back In Stock

Posted in BDS on November 25th, 2011 by Rocky

Now accepting orders for the new SMALL models.

2 week lead time.

Thanksgiving Buffet at Kenmure Country Club

Posted in BDS on November 21st, 2011 by Rocky

MENU:

Display of Imported and Domestic Cheeses
Presentation of Fruits and Berries
White Bean/Arugula Salad w/ Country Ham, Roasted Mushrooms,
& Sherry Vinaigrette
Field Greens w/Condiments & Assorted Dressings
Spinach Salad w/Crispy Noodles, Mandarin Oranges,
& Soy-Ginger Vinaigrette
Poached Broccoli Salad w/ Blue Cheese, Red Onion,
& Roasted Peppers
Green Bean and Sweet Potato Salad w/Maple Vinaigrette,
& Gingered Beets
Spice Poached Shrimp
Oysters on the Half Shell
Cold Smoked Salmon w/Accompaniments
Curried Pumpkin Soup
Green Bean Casserole
Glazed Root Vegetables
Cornbread Dressing w/Sausage
Cream and Butter Mashed Potatoes
Carved Roast Turkey
Oven Roasted Salmon w/Maple Cream
Smoked Ham w/ Cider Mustard Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes
KENMURE GRAND DESSERT BUFFET

Happy Thanksgiving From Big Drum Smokers

Posted in BDS on November 19th, 2011 by Rocky

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!

Stainless BDS Models Available

Posted in BDS on November 16th, 2011 by Rocky

There is a minimum quantity of 2 units required per order.

STAINLESS MEDIUM 85 GALLON MODEL = $3150.00

STAINLESS LARGE 96 GALLON MODEL = $3500.00

STAINLESS MEGA 110 GALLON MODEL = $4000.00

FedEx Freight shipping rates:

MEDIUM = $275.00 to $350.00

LARGE = $300.00 to $375.00

MEGA = $350.00 to $395.00

Lead time on stainless models is 4 weeks.

Residential delivery service is $175.00.

If you are interested, Email or call 828-697-0206.

BDS Blog Updated

Posted in BDS on November 12th, 2011 by Rocky

Spent considerable amount of time getting the Big Drum Smokers Blog updated. All the pages are looking good and reflect all the current information.

I am going to spend more time on the blog and hope to get it more active.

New Models Ready To Order

Posted in BDS on November 9th, 2011 by Rocky

The new SMALL, MEDIUM, and LARGE models are available to order now.

There is a 2 week lead time on all orders.

BIG DRUM SMOKERS UPDATE

Posted in BDS on September 21st, 2011 by Rocky

The new Big Drum Smoker lineup will be only 3 models.

1. The “SMALL”. Not the same as the old Small 1829 model. Close to what was the “Medium 2336″ model. Comes with one 22″ cooking rack with 7″ clearance. 23.5″ diameter by 35″ tall. Fits almost the same amount of meat on 1 rack as the Midi 1834 model with 2 racks.

2. The “MEDIUM”. Not the same as the old “Medium 2336″ model. This model replaces the old Standard 2339 model. It will be 27 inches diameter like the old Jumbo 2743, but will stand 39 inches tall. Similar to the old 2739 Magnum. Comes with one big 25″ cooking rack with 9 inches clearance. Fits almost the same amount of meat as the Standard 2339-2, but all on one rack. Less work and mess and hassle.

3. The “LARGE”. Almost the same as the old “Jumbo 2743″ model. Comes with two 25″ cooking racks, each with 7″ clearance. Same 27 inch diameter as the new “Medium” model, but 6 inches taller at 43 inches. This is the BIG BAD BOY.

Having only 3 awesome models will be much less confusion for customers to choose what model they want. SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE.

All 3 models will be shipped using FedEx Freight service.

Keeping things simple is the key to success with the BDS design. I realize that this same thing needs to be applied to the lineup and selection of models available. There really doesn’t need to be a BUNCH of models to choose from. It just makes things overly complicated and confusing. Stick with the most popular models and improve on them.

The 1427 models will be available at the closeout price of $150.00. Once they are gone, there will be no more.

The 1834 models will be available at the closeout price of $375.00. Once they are gone, there will be no more.

The old “Medium 2336″ models will be discontinued soon when they run out.

The “Standard 2339″ models will be also be discontinued soon when they run out. The new MEDIUM models will be replacing the Standard 2339 models. Will be available by early November 2011.

The “Jumbo 2743″ models have sold out and are technically discontinued. The new LARGE models will be replacing the Jumbo 2743 models. Will be available by early November.

The Mega 3143 models are sold out and officially discontinued.

All stainless steel models have been discontinued.

If you are considering ordering a Standard 2339 model, you better hurry up before they are gone. They will likely be gone by the end of October or sooner.

If you have any questions, please send an email using the link on the BDS Website.

85 Pounds Whole Pork Shoulders

Posted in BDS on June 19th, 2011 by Rocky

Breaking in a new Mega 3143 Big Drum Smoker.

Mega BDS Model 3143

Getting Ready For 2010

Posted in BDS on December 28th, 2009 by Rocky

Now that Christmas has passed, I am focusing on bringing Big Drum Smokers into 2010. I hope 2010 is a better year for everyone, and that we all get much peace and happiness.

Shoveling Snow

Posted in BDS on December 21st, 2009 by Rocky

Spent 4 hours shoveling snow yesterday, and 7 hours today. I am amazed that my back didn’t go out on me. Was getting really worried that nobody would be able to park here for Christmas, but I was determined to not let the snow get the upper hand and beat me down. Once again, Mother Nature showed us who is Boss!!

Christmas Is Almost Here

Posted in BDS on December 20th, 2009 by Rocky

I hope everybody is in the proper Christmas spirit and has all their gifts wrapped and ready. Get out the eggnog and cookies, as well as all the other special holiday treats. Will Santa be good to you this year? Ho Ho Ho!!

Welcome To The New Big Drum Smokers Blog

Posted in BDS on December 20th, 2009 by Rocky

Welcome to the new Big Drum Smokers blog!!