About Us

We’re Superior Smokers.

We’ve created the #1 smoker in the industry. We think so. And we’re confident that you’ll think so too.

What makes us superior?

  • With our large firebox and secondary smokestack, customers can more easily manage their fire and maintain an even cooking temperature across the entire cooking surface.

  • Supported by research, engineered with scientific precision, and validated through empirical testing, Superior Smokers are in a class of their own.

  • Put simply, these smokers are cut above the rest, exceptionally designed, built to last and engineered to be superior.

  • Dreamt up, designed, and built in America. We are committed to our word and providing a product that has both form AND function, built to last for years to come.

Meet the Team

  • Jeremy Hengy

    FOUNDER

    Jeremy grew up in Dearborn, Michigan, the heart of blue-collar America. Jeremy was an avid hockey player in high school and attended the University of Michigan. Born and raised in Dearborn, Michigan. Jeremy has always had a passion for cooking that deepened over the years into a love for BBQ. His fascination with the art and complexity of grilling and smoking meats has shaped his culinary journey. Through countless gatherings around the grill, Jeremy has cherished the moments spent with friends and family, recognizing the profound connection that comes from sharing meals with loved ones.  

    After years of experimentation and learning the intricate balance of time, temperature, flavor, and heat distribution, Jeremy became determined to create a superior BBQ smoker. Through extensive trial and error, Jeremy mastered the complexities of time, temperature, flavor, and heat distribution, all essential elements for perfecting smoked meats. Frustrated by the limitations of existing models, he set out to design a smoker that was more efficient, durable, and tailored for the avid BBQ enthusiast. Today, Jeremy continues to inspire others with his dedication to the craft, combining tradition with innovation to elevate the BBQ experience for all.

  • Camron Pytleski

    FOUNDER

    Cam grew up in a small town about 40 miles north of Detroit. He graduated with a degree in Business Administration from the University of Michigan. He grew up in a family of small business owners and learned how to operate a business first-hand. Cam was excited for the opportunity to partner with Jeremy Yoder and Jeremy Hengy to form Superior Smokers and bring new products to the market. Camron’s experience shows in the business operations of Superior Smokers as he helps to grow the company.

  • Jeremy Yoder

    FOUNDER

    Jeremy, a barbecue enthusiast from Kentucky, graduated with a degree in biochemistry in 2012 and was set to begin medical school, but he changed his mind at the last minute and moved to Los Angeles for graduate studies. To support himself, he worked as a science teacher and bought his first grill, developing a passion for smoking meat. Jeremy upgraded to an Old Country Brazos smoker and started the YouTube channel Mad Scientist BBQ, combining his love for barbecue and teaching. Living in a small apartment without outdoor space, they kept the smoker in their parking spot, later moving it to a friend's backyard. Their friend Rick offered them space to continue filming, and Jeremy cooked for Rick’s family events, leading to more opportunities. As demand grew, Jeremy bought a 500-gallon custom offset smoker to cater larger events. In 2020, with Erica pregnant, they moved back to Kentucky, reached 100k YouTube subscribers, and transitioned to full-time content creation. Today, Jeremy enjoys sharing his barbecue expertise with his viewers and is grateful for the support that allowed them to pursue their passion.