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06/10/2026

Pay attention, Ladies!

06/07/2026

Getting some R&R from the BBQ grind at Thompson Dallas

06/06/2026

Perhaps the most frequent mistake I see when people are cooking brisket: Failing to rest the brisket adequately!

When a brisket comes off the smoker, the meat fibers are extremely hot and the juices are moving rapidly inside the meat. If you slice it immediately, those juices will run out onto the cutting board instead of staying in the brisket.

During the rest:

* The temperature gradually equalizes throughout the brisket.
* The muscle fibers relax.
* The rendered fat continues to distribute through the meat.
* The juices are reabsorbed and retained within the brisket.

The result is a brisket that is:

* More moist
* More tender
* Easier to slice
* Better flavored because the moisture stays

Try resting in a cooler, wrapped in a towel, or in the oven (at 150F) for as many hours as possible. It’s not out of the question to rest a brisket for 8-hours, if time permits.

More tips at: https://pitnationbbq.com/smoked-brisket-recipe-techniques/

05/31/2026

The cutest Pit Nation BBQ fans ever!

05/28/2026

Ya know it! 😂

05/25/2026

Facts 😂

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Memorial Day is more than a long weekend. It’s a reminder of the sacrifices made so we can enjoy the freedoms we often take for granted.

Take a moment today to reflect, remember, and thank those who paid the ultimate price for our nation. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

God bless our fallen heroes, their families, and the United States of America. 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

I get asked this question all the time! Wrapping ribs during the midway point of a smoke… worth it or not? 🤔🔥

There’s always debate in the BBQ world about whether to wrap pork ribs or let them ride naked the entire cook. Truth is… both methods have their place.

✅ Wrapping can help:
• Speed up the cook
• Tenderize ribs faster
• Lock in moisture
• Build that bite-through texture competition cooks love
• Add flavor when wrapping with ingredients like brown sugar, honey, butter, agave, or other flavor boosters

❌ But wrapping can also:
• Soften bark too much
• Reduce smoke flavor
• Make ribs feel more “braised” than smoked if overdone

At Pit Nation BBQ, we break down WHEN to wrap, HOW to wrap, and what products work best depending on the style of ribs you’re after — backyard style, competition style, or somewhere in between.

We’ve also got the rubs, sauces, and BBQ process tips to help you dial in your perfect rack. 🔥🐖

Check out: https://pitnationbbq.com/?s=Pork+ribs

Pit Nation BBQ, founded by Mark Rogers in 2020, serves up bold BBQ recipes, expert smoking tips, and roadside BBQ finds. From brisket to ribs, master the art of low and slow with step-by-step guides for real backyard flavor.

05/17/2026

Looking for Georgia BBQ competitions in 2026? 🔥 I just put together a Georgia BBQ Competition Calendar featuring cookoffs, festivals, BBQ events, dates, locations, and more across the state.
Whether you are a pitmaster looking for your next competition, a BBQ fan wanting to check out local events, or just someone who loves smoked brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and a good festival atmosphere, this list is a great place to start.

Check out the full 2026 Georgia BBQ competition calendar here🔥👇

https://pitnationbbq.com/georgia-bbq-competition-calendar/

Tag a BBQ team, backyard pitmaster, or friend who needs to add these events to their calendar.