[Curt K]

Alex, sorry I'm a few days late. I have owned a Traeger for almost ten years, bought it at a home show.

I've used it in the rain (but not a downpour), I just park it just outside the OH garage door. The issue in the rain is you must keep the pellets dry, they expand when wet and will jamb the auger mechanism. I typically cover it during use with a fiberglass welding blanket to hold temp when it is cool, and then an old blanket over the welding blanket for insulation when cold. I use it all year, and I live outside of Buffalo, NY.

I love it for smoking and roasting.With the consistent temperature control I can do brisket and pork butts an hour a pound. Great prime rib roasts. Chicken and poultry are great as well. For steaks, chops and burgers I use a Weber grill as the Traeger doesn't brown these well.

Another brand to consider is Green Mountain. I use Green Mountain pellets in my Traeger.

I hope this helps.