I have had this smoker a little over a year and a half. It has worked great in all types of weather. I have smoked over 200 lbs of meat. A couple of pork tender loin, loads of ribs, beef brisket, pork roast, beef roasts and most of all summer sausage. But I think I have out smoked my smoker. The heating element and temperature control melted and burnt out. I would be happy to replace the element and temp control and carry on, however I am thinking that a propane smoker might be a little more durable for the amount of smoking I want to do. I have enjoyed this smoker and would recommend it to anyone and everyone!