Hockey and BBQ on the Peoria.com Forums

I'm new to the area and can't seem to find two things. Ice hockey equipment stores and bbq supplies (wood for smoking).

How much of that wood you need? I just buy the big chunks over at walmart (now you got me in trouble with a couple friends). It's only about $5 a bag and lasts a long time. I've no idea on the hockey stuff. Good luck.

I think Hearth and Patio sells wood for smokers/smoking..but I'm not sure the cost.. I'm sure it's cheaper elsewhere, but they might carry a selection. ?

There IS a hockey store, I'm sure I've seen it, but I don't remember where.
Where ya from??

I'm useless with information on either as I'm not a big hockey fan and have a secret stash of smoking wood.

I believe I've seen a hocky supply shop on War Memorial somewhere in the vicinity of the Aldi's store... I'm not sure though. One idea is to call the Owens Center at (309) 686-3366. They do a bit of hockey there and might can tell you of a local store.

That's where I saw it too. So, it must be there, then.

Kroger has a decent selection of wood chunks and chips, hickory, mesquite, apple, etc.

I just discovered the apple a couple days ago over at Kroger, was surprised. I've always known they had Mesquite and Hickory but it was the first I've seen apple. I tend to gravitate to the chunks at WalMart if I plan to smoke something big because it lasts longer so I tend to stick with Hickory and Mesquite (can’t beat the price either). But for little jobs the smaller chips available at Kroger’s is great. I'm going to give the apple a try next time.

Supposed to give a slightly sweeter taste....I'm not sure if it works or not. Last time I smoked some ribs, I used wood charcoal also, which burns pretty well.

The hockey store is on War Memorial on the south side of the street... I can't remember the name of it, but it's near Crusens and the Invisible Fence store...

I get my wood chips at Farm & Fleet in Morton. Does Dicks sporting store carry hockey supplies?

Thanks for all the suggestions for feeding my two main addictions!

Hey.. if you can't find any wood, you can always try using those hockey sticks.

Wonder if he's from my neck of the woods where hockey is king!

the hiockey store---If someone takes a trip by there and catches the name of it id appreciate soemone posting it.