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To contend with the difficult environment for discretionary purchases, Traeger has just released their most affordable connected pellet grill. They introduced the Westwood, an introductory grill to get more people in the Traegerhood. It has key features like WiFi and a PAL accessory rail.

They've seen success with grills priced below $1,000, so they're leaning into that segment. They have another product on the way that we think will be a similarly skinnied-down griddle.

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Popular cookware brand Made In released their first grill last year. It was a portable charcoal grill that was hand-made, and had some nice features. The only problem is they couldn't keep up with demand, so it was always sold out. They released a new version of it this week that has some key improvements, while maintaining the quality and fun from the first version.

Charbroil has been focused on cooking versatility with their product development over the past few years. For example, their Pro Series gas grill can also griddle and cook with charcoal. Now that they have the product portfolio, they getting the word out with a new marketing campaign highlighting versatility.

Pellet grill company recteq released a new version of their unique Bullseye grill. It's not like other pellet grills because it can get to 1,000 degrees F and it's shaped like a kettle grill. The new version can hold temp better and adds a sturdier design, including recteq's signature bull horns.

Finally, to support their acquisition growth strategy, American Outdoor brands has appointed a VP of Corporate Development. They've talked about acquisitions frequently on their earnings calls, so it's smart to build the infrastructure to support it.

Go Pistons!

Wes Wright

Founder and CEO

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