I've seen a couple PBC's at events in New Mexico and I myself have one. I use the PBC for ribs chicken and beef brisket (when I'm too lazy to fire up the Lang for brisket). Additionally, the PBC cooks great wings, salmon and rib eye. It's very portable and fits nicely in my motor home. Another option for you might be a Weber Smokey Mountain -- you'll see a ton of them at events. PBC is also veteran owned.