Welcome to the site/club Mike, great to have you here.
We do have some great BBQers & discussion on here, so jump on in and enjoy.
As for your buddy Dave, he does pretty well at the comps, you should come out and join him for one and really get the feel for these events, they are fun and Addictive.
Look forward to seeing you online here and hope to meet you soon out at some of our great events.
WELCOME!!
Mike