Let me start by saying I had high hopes for this BBQ blanket. As someone who smokes brisket regularly, the idea of a dedicated resting bag sounded perfect. The first thing I noticed? It's surprisingly lightweight - almost too light. The material feels like a cross between a paper bag and Tyvek house wrap, which had me questioning its durability before I even used it.

During my first test with a 12-pound brisket, I followed other reviewers' advice and double-wrapped the meat in foil before placing it in the bag. This proved crucial - the fabric zipper and seams definitely aren't juice-proof. After three hours of resting, the meat stayed reasonably warm (about 145°F when I checked), though not quite as hot as my usual cooler method.

The size is impressive - it easily accommodated my large brisket with room to spare. Cleaning was simpler than expected since I'd used foil, just needing a quick wipe down. However, after several uses, I noticed some flaking on the exterior material, which concerns me about long-term durability.

Would I recommend it? With caveats. It's convenient for freeing up oven space and reducing smoky towels, but serious pitmasters might want something more heavy-duty. For occasional use or smaller cuts? It gets the job done - just always use foil or butcher paper as a barrier.