We've Got Your Six at the Pit

In aviation, "check six" means look behind you, at the six o'clock position, where trouble sneaks up. It's also shorthand for I've got your back. That's the idea behind Check-Six BBQ.

A long cook has plenty of places for things to go sideways: a stall you didn't plan for, a fire that runs hot at 3 a.m., a brisket that's done two hours before the guests show up. Our tools exist to cover those blind spots, so you can spend less time guessing and more time enjoying the smoke.

What We Build

Our BBQ Smoking Time & Wood Selection Calculator gives you a realistic cook window, pull temperature, rest plan, and wood pairing for every major cut, tuned to the smoker you actually own. It's free, it works on your phone at the pit, and it doesn't ask for your email.

How We Make Money

Some product links on this site are affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend gear that suits the cook you're planning, and the calculator's advice never depends on what you buy.

Get in Touch

Questions, corrections, or a cook that didn't go to plan? Email us at checksixbbq@proton.me.