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Title: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on September 11, 2014, 03:39:29 pm
Well, today we once again locked in this great event.

We really enjoy this event.  The GC from the past 2 years at the event has gotten the Jack Draw.

We are only taking the first 30 teams, after that, we will have to evaluate space concerns.

If you are thinking about competing, get your entry in ASAP & lock your spot as well as save some $$$.

We look forward to seeing you all out there.  This is always a really fun event and the entire staff there at FREEDOM RV is amazing.

Hope to see lots of you out there.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: AzQer on September 12, 2014, 08:01:31 am
Oh you know we are in. this is a home game for us. They seem to keep moving up the date Hum.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: bucaguy on September 12, 2014, 10:18:23 am
Hopefully we can do this one
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: ThunderDome on September 15, 2014, 11:03:26 am
Portly Fellas are in
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Bob Smith on September 15, 2014, 08:17:11 pm
This is a great event. We're in.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Swimmin in Smoke on September 22, 2014, 08:25:49 pm
We are in!! Maybe we can have quiet time start early this year! I didn't get hardly any sleep last year..... :angel:
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: RoughstockBBQ on October 05, 2014, 05:58:45 pm
Roughstock BBQ will be in on this one again! Had a great time last year!
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on October 05, 2014, 07:18:03 pm
We are in!! Maybe we can have quiet time start early this year! I didn't get hardly any sleep last year..... :angel:

I do believe you were the one making all the noise.  Just sayin!!  ???  :lamp:
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on October 05, 2014, 07:18:24 pm
Roughstock BBQ will be in on this one again! Had a great time last year!

Awesome, look forward to seeing you all there again.  Fun Times..
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: DRQ on October 08, 2014, 03:15:31 pm
wish I could do this one again... I will be heading to atlantis that week.... great event though...should fill up quick
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: yourbehindBBQ on October 13, 2014, 09:07:25 am
App going out today! ;D
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on October 21, 2014, 10:13:01 am
App going out today! ;D

Never received anything from you Kyle, please verify that you sent it.

We currently have 6 teams signed up and room for 25, so get your registrations in early & lock in your space as well as save yourself some $$$.

Hope to see lots of you there.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: AZRedneck on October 23, 2014, 12:01:51 pm
AZ Red's is in! Ready for our first comp!
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: AZRedneck on October 23, 2014, 12:03:51 pm
Where can I find rules/details for the event?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mark on October 23, 2014, 01:00:40 pm
Here ya go!

http://www.barbequechampionshipseries.org/rules.php
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Sam Crum on October 25, 2014, 07:05:24 pm
Does anyone know where I can find the application? How much is the entrance fee?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on October 25, 2014, 08:37:54 pm
Does anyone know where I can find the application? How much is the entrance fee?

Application is attached to the very first post in this thread.  Cost is just $100 until the end of November.

If you can't find it, send me an e-mail to Michael@AZBarbeque.com and I'll e-mail it to you.

Look forward to seeing you out there.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mark on October 26, 2014, 11:02:28 am
This is always a fun event in a unique venue, amidst lots of really cool, high-end RV's.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: bucaguy on October 26, 2014, 03:59:11 pm
This is always a fun event in a unique venue, amidst lots of really cool, high-end RV's.

And I will be sleeping next to the smoker in a sleeping bag! :D
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Bob Smith on October 27, 2014, 07:55:06 pm
And I will be sleeping next to the smoker in a sleeping bag! :D

Better bring your warm woolies, it snowed in 2013.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Maverickjct on October 29, 2014, 11:42:16 am
Check's in the mail for Fat Guys Q. Looking forward to it!
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: rgomez99 (Glazed and Confused in Gilbert) on October 29, 2014, 05:20:49 pm
I will be sending mine in soon. Going to try to get back on track next year.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: bucaguy on October 29, 2014, 07:31:12 pm
Check's in the mail for Fat Guys Q. Looking forward to it!

WHo you calling fat!
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: AZRedneck on November 10, 2014, 12:53:56 pm
Trying to request time off of work for the competition... What is the schedule of events? I see Feb 6, 7, and 8, but I was under the impression that we started our fires on Friday, and were judged on Saturday, which would leave Sunday as...? Or am I just mistaken?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on November 10, 2014, 06:19:22 pm
Trying to request time off of work for the competition... What is the schedule of events? I see Feb 6, 7, and 8, but I was under the impression that we started our fires on Friday, and were judged on Saturday, which would leave Sunday as...? Or am I just mistaken?


Preston, Yes, you are correct.  Some teams stay over until Sunday, that's why we have it listed like that.

Roll in is on Thursday or Friday, turn ins are on Saturday.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on November 14, 2014, 09:55:37 am
We are up to 10  Teams Registered as of today.

That leaves 5 more that get Guaranteed Electric and 15 more total that we can fit in.

Get your registration in Before the end of December & save $$$.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Fat Frankie on November 19, 2014, 02:31:42 pm
I will have out App in the mail tomorrow.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: motzauce on November 20, 2014, 09:14:25 pm
Still room for more apps?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on November 20, 2014, 09:44:04 pm
Still room for more apps?

Absolutely  come join us for a great event.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mcevoyrom on November 21, 2014, 04:03:44 am
Sent our app yesterday. With the GMG got to have electricity.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on December 02, 2014, 05:10:40 am
Get those apps in this month & save some $$$.

This is shaping up to be another great event.  Hope to see you all out at it once again.

If you have been on the fence about competing, this is a great event to jump in & get your feet wet.

Hope to see lots of you out there.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: motzauce on December 06, 2014, 11:15:59 pm
sent in a app yesterday, hopefully I'm in the first 15.   speaking of that, since this is my first event and tips or things I should know before hand?   turn in times and what not
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on December 07, 2014, 08:42:26 am
sent in a app yesterday, hopefully I'm in the first 15.   speaking of that, since this is my first event and tips or things I should know before hand?   turn in times and what not

Robert, excited to have you joining us out at this great event.

Turn in times are as follows: (45 min window)

Chicken - Noon
Ribs - 12:45 pm
Pork - 1:30 pm
Brisket - 2:15 pm

Look forward to seeing you out there.

Still time to get in on the Early Bird Registration Discount.  Don't miss out on this fun, great event.  Hope to see lots of you there.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on December 09, 2014, 04:08:51 pm
Just a few weeks left on the Early Bird Registration Discount.

Don't miss out, get your team signed up today.

This is also a great event for teams just wanting to get into Competition BBQ.  Fun, Cozy event with lots of great seasoned teams as mentors.

Come on out & join us for this fun event.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: motzauce on December 14, 2014, 02:26:46 pm
re reading the competition needs from the forum, has anything changed since it was written.  I believe its a few years old
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on December 22, 2014, 03:50:18 pm
Just a few days left on the Early Bird Registration Discount.  Don't miss out.

There is a chance this WILL be a Jack Qualifier.  We are waiting on Confirmation on a few things from the Jack.

Only a few spots left.  Don't miss out.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: smitty250 on December 29, 2014, 03:24:32 pm
Mike - do you have a team list you can post?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on December 30, 2014, 05:26:12 am
Mike - do you have a team list you can post?

I'll post it up after the early bird deadline..  So Thursday or Friday I'll have it posted up.

We are at 22 teams as of this morning.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: smitty250 on December 30, 2014, 02:16:11 pm
Cool - Thanks!
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on January 05, 2015, 12:55:46 am
Here is the Team list as of today.  I had a few people say they sent in their app before the deadline, but I have not yet received them. 

Once I do, I will updated the post.  Still time to get your team registered. 

Fat Frankies BBQ
All Stars
Lip S-mac'n BBQ
Keggers's BBQ
Fat Guys Q
Swimmin' In Smoke
Kiss of Smoke BBQ
Brushfire BBQ Co.
Bad Boyz BBQ
Burnin Bellies
Smokin' Bobby-Que
Smoke N Frogs
The Hog Pit Smokehouse & Grill
Texas Rex BBQ
Anthony Spices
Freedom RV BBQ Team
Dry Heat BBQ
Knife Pork and Spoon
Smokin with Swag
Fire & Desire
Your Behind BBQ
Roughstock BBQ
Catalina BBQ Co.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: yourbehindBBQ on January 05, 2015, 06:22:10 am
Hey mike can a few of us load in on Thursday evening like last year?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on January 05, 2015, 08:03:35 am
Hey mike can a few of us load in on Thursday evening like last year?

Yes, that should not be a problem.  If this is something you want to do, please let me know so I can let Freedom RV know as well.

Thanks,
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: yourbehindBBQ on January 05, 2015, 01:11:12 pm
perfect! Your Behind BBQ will be loading in Thursday!
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike Allison on January 07, 2015, 10:57:59 pm
We're slow, but we're not good.... still have room for one more?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on January 08, 2015, 12:16:43 am
Absolutely, we look forward to seeing you and your team out there.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: ThunderDome on January 13, 2015, 09:50:29 am
Portly Fellas is confirmed

-Bill
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Fat Frankie on January 13, 2015, 10:46:11 am
Fat Franklies will load in on Thursday also, Mike what time will you be down there?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on January 13, 2015, 11:57:31 am
Fat Franklies will load in on Thursday also, Mike what time will you be down there?

Hoping to be down there by about 1 pm at the latest. 
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: smitty250 on January 16, 2015, 08:48:32 am
Mike - we will probably end up loading in Thursday also.

Thanks,
Smitty
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: AZRedneck on January 16, 2015, 04:59:26 pm
Fixin to drop my entry in the mail tomorrow. Is there still room for one more? Also, what size of spot do we have? I have a trailer-mounted rig (13' overall?), and was hoping to get a screen room for my "kitchen"...
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on January 16, 2015, 10:44:43 pm
Fixin to drop my entry in the mail tomorrow. Is there still room for one more? Also, what size of spot do we have? I have a trailer-mounted rig (13' overall?), and was hoping to get a screen room for my "kitchen"...


Awesome Preston, we look forward to seeing you.  We still have 3 spots left.

It will be tight out there like it always is, but we will make it all work.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on January 16, 2015, 10:45:00 pm
Mike - we will probably end up loading in Thursday also.

Thanks,
Smitty

Awesome, looking forward to seeing you all.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: smitty250 on January 19, 2015, 02:42:24 pm
Paul and John can't make it so its just Rhude and me - Old School LNB! Our team name is Lucky Booty BBQ.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: smitty250 on January 20, 2015, 02:18:22 pm
Is there an appetizer party this year? Bottle Bet?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on January 21, 2015, 12:16:28 am
Is there an appetizer party this year? Bottle Bet?

Yes, there is an Appetizer Party.  I will post up on that now.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mcevoyrom on January 21, 2015, 04:38:45 am
Always up for a bottle bet
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: ThunderDome on January 21, 2015, 10:21:59 am
Up for a bottle bet
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: burntbutts on February 01, 2015, 09:41:57 am
I would like to sign up as well. This will be my first competition and everything is very new and foreign to me.  I downloaded the application to my phone but can't seem to open it. I'll try to get it downloaded and printed when I get home. Also right now its gonna be just me so if there's anyone else out there who might like to go maybe we could team up.  I run a couple pellet grills, are there still spots with power or do I need to find an alternative power source?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: rgomez99 (Glazed and Confused in Gilbert) on February 01, 2015, 09:59:33 am
There is power in site, but you will need Extention cords to get to it. I run pellet grills as well? But I run mine of an inverter just in case the main power goes down. Feel free to ask questions since this is your first event. All the teams are real helpful and will get you on the right track. See you next week. You can PM me if you have specific questions during the week.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on February 01, 2015, 02:21:19 pm
Thanks Robert for answering TJ's question.  That's the great thing about these comps, everyone is really helpful and great.

Here is the team list as of today.

Fat Frankies BBQ
Lucky Booty BBQ
Lip S-mac'n BBQ
Keggers's BBQ
Fat Guys Q
Swimmin' In Smoke
Kiss of Smoke BBQ
Brushfire BBQ Co.
Bad Boyz BBQ
Burnin Bellies
Smokin' Bobby-Que
Glazed & Confused
The Hog Pit Smokehouse & Grill
Texas Rex BBQ
Anthony Spices
Freedom RV BBQ Team
Dry Heat BBQ
Knife Pork and Spoon
Smokin with Swag
Fire & Desire
Your Behind BBQ
Roughstock BBQ
Smitty's Az Que
No Clue BBQ
Arizona Red's BBQ & Catering Co.
FAHRENHEIT 251
Portly Fella BBQ
Catalina BBQ Co.

It's a great lineup and we are going to have an awesome time.  Remember to condense your setup and come as small as you can.  30+ teams is going to be cozy out there.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: SmokinAces on February 02, 2015, 12:05:11 pm
Mike,

I see there are less than 30 teams. I am having a last minute wild hair. Is there room for one more?
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Mike (AZBarbeque) on February 02, 2015, 11:36:32 pm
Mike,

I see there are less than 30 teams. I am having a last minute wild hair. Is there room for one more?

Absolutely.  Still have room for 1 more team.  Let me know if you want in.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: azkitch on February 03, 2015, 10:58:43 am
I have Friday and Monday off in the hopes of attending this event. However, I have 3 cars, 2 running, 0 spare tires and no confidence in driving either of them 90 miles. If anyone can help, let me know, please. I live 3 blocks off of I-17 near Greenway.
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: toys4dlr on February 03, 2015, 06:14:11 pm
It will be a great comp, I hope everyone has a great time.  It will be tight, so perfect shigging opportunities.  I would see what Smitty is up to with chicken. 
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: smitty250 on February 04, 2015, 09:35:10 am
Haha! Rhude is doing chicken and brisket! I'm on ribs and pork...
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: toys4dlr on February 04, 2015, 04:42:39 pm
I guess that is a good thing, we know you have been struggling with chicken.   ;D

Too bad we could not make it for the comp, but we are short handed at the restaurant.  Actually, Ryan and I are going to Tucson for Sunday to talk to the Pacific Lutheran baseball coach and watch their game on Sunday at 10 am. 
Title: Re: Freedom RV BBQ Throwdown 2015
Post by: Bob Smith on February 06, 2015, 07:34:40 pm
Good luck to all of you competing this week end. Wish I was the with you. May your name be called often and last.