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Smokin' Ugly® Drum Smoker Accessories Kits: Motion Control Engineering in Action

When you’re grilling in the backyard on a hot summer afternoon, grill hinges are probably the last thing on your mind. You’ve got kids to watch, a dog who wants to play, and, of course, your burgers sizzling on the rack. 

But when you have to sprint across the lawn to keep the kids from jumping off the swingset, your expensive grill or smoker lid might slam down, and nobody wants that. 

That’s where motion control engineering and counterbalance hinges come into play. With the power of motion control, your grill lid won’t slam when left unattended. Weber Knapp understands the stress of high-stakes grilling and smoking, which is why they’ve designed the drum smoker hinge and drum smoker latch handle. 

These motion control products and drum smoker accessories revolutionize the grilling / smoking experience, letting you focus on the things that matter. 

Experience Superior Outdoor Cooking: How to Order

Are you ready to experience outdoor cooking as you’ve never experienced before? Do you want to feel the smooth, effortless power of spring-assisted lids? How about tasting that homemade pizza cooked to perfection?

Ordering is easy: Simply click here to visit our online store! 

Making the Best Drum Smoker Possible

It doesn’t take a lot to make the perfect drum smoker, but some components are essential.  Adding a few nifty products to your drum can greatly improve it’s performance; think of things like:

  • Spring assist hinges
  • Latch handles
  • Intake and exhaust vents
  • Grill rack and griddle

But do you know what we’re most excited about? The Smokin’ Ugly™ Pizza Oven! Keep reading to learn more.

The Smokin' Ugly® Pizza Oven Kit

Being able to smoke meats in your driveway or your backyard is great, but have you ever wished your drum smoker was more versatile? What if you were able to use it as a pizza oven or even a griddle?

This drum smoker kit upgrade includes:

A fuel basket – this piece attaches easily to the smoker’s rim and can be filled with wood or charcoal to provide more direct heat to the griddle. 

Stainless steel cooking plate – this stainless plate rests on the fuel basket and is contoured perfectly to the smoker’s rim. It’s ideal for cooking pizza, eggs, bacon, and much more. Think of it as your very own drum griddle. 

Cooking chamber lid – attach this stainless steel hood onto the drum smoker lid with three easy bolts and get cooking!

And more!

See the Pizza Oven Kit in Action!

Weber Knapp has built on the drum smoker’s solid foundation to bring you the Smokin’ Ugly® Pizza Oven! This kit is easy to assemble and has both charcoal and wood heating options.

Endless Recipe Possibilities

We don’t just manufacture these awesome drum smoker accessories, we use and love them! Our team collaborated to show you our favorite recipes from chicken to muffins, and more! Try a few at home and experience innovation that’s Smokin’ Ugly.

Want to follow along with these recipes? Check out the written version of our ingredients and instructions here on our blog!

Breaking Down the Smokin' Ugly® Drum Smoker Accessories

If you’re interested in finding new ways to improve your drum smoker experience, you’ve come to the right place! Here’s our list of must-have kits:

  • Spring-assisted hinge (single & double)
  • Latch handle kit
  • Charcoal basket kit
  • Charcoal chute kit
  • Inlet vent and exhaust vent kit
  • Grill grate and utensil hook kit
  • Water pan holder kit
  • Pizza Oven kit
  • Pizza peel

All components of the drum smoker are easy-to-assemble so you can get to smoking your delicious meal faster. 

Drum Smoker Latch Handle

Safely secure and lift your drum smoker lid with our stainless steel latch handle; covered in heavy duty vinyl for strength and durability while providing your fingers with a comfortable and secure grip. Designed with ease in mind, the latch handle can be operated by simply lifting with one hand for quick and easy access.

  • Grooved grips on the latch handle conform to your fingers, providing a comfortable and secure grasp. Grips are made with heavy duty vinyl for strength and durability
  • High-quality, stainless steel construction provides high performance in extreme heat
  • One handed operation for quick and easy access; self-latching when closed
  • Fits a wide variety of drum smokers
  • Made in the USA

Drum Smoker Hinge

The Drum Smoker Hinge is fueled by Vectis® Technology, Weber Knapp’s custom counterbalance technology.

This innovative spring assisted hinge allows users to keep their hands free when checking on their slow smoking masterpiece. The hinge is built to last and is compatible with most drum smokers; here are a few of our most notable features that make this hinge unique:

  • Multi-position spring adjustment to accommodate a variety of lid weights
  • Hinge opens beyond 90° to allow full access to the smoker
  • High-quality, stainless steel hinge body can perform in extreme heat 
  • Convenient bottle opener feature on each side
  • Fits a wide variety of drum smokers

The Chiminea

Introducing the newest member of the Smokin’ Ugly family: the Chiminea

Proudly produced in the United States using heavy-gauge steel that can stand up to harsh outdoor environments, the Chiminea is perfect for patios, back yards, outdoor kitchens, and even camping.

Offering a unique and customizable cooking space, the Chiminea was designed with dual integrated grill mounts that allow an end-user to find their optimal cooking temperature.

Designed with the end-user in mind, the Chiminea ships in plain steel, allowing the end-user to customize their own finish, however natural patina, high-temperature paint (as pictured), or oil seasoning is recommended.

Featuring a tool-free, easy-to-assemble design with an integrated storage compartment for kindling and wood pieces, the Chiminea is the perfect all-in-one product that will help the end-user enjoy the comfort of a relaxing fire while cooking up a wood-fired steak or s’more with their family.

Click Here for more information on the newest member of the Smokin’ Ugly family the Chiminea.

Weber Knapp Chiminea

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