Are there any GREAT commercial BBQ rubs?

[NAtiveNewYorker]

Willing to hit the Internet and overpay if there's a good rub out there for ribs or chicken.

[ricepad]

I gave up on commercial rubs, because all the ones I tried (three or four, but don't remember the names) seemed to have way too much salt. The best rub is the one you develop to your own tastes.

[tk467]

Adams Rib Rub..... Pack it on , cinch tight in aluminum foil overnight. Then cook indirect for several hours

[weinstein5]

I agree with the others - it is very easy to make your own rub - a fun way to experiment with flavors and the like when you grill or roast - if I am lazy I look to any of the great rubs at The Spice House - http://www.thespicehouse.com/spices-by-category/rubs

My favorites are the Back of The yards rub and Gateway to the North Maple Sugar Seasoning

http://www.thespicehouse.com/spices/back-of-the-yards-garlic-pepper-butchers-rub-
http://www.thespicehouse.com/spices/g...

[fern]

Do you have any experience with their salt-free spice blends?

http://www.thespicehouse.com/spices-b...

[weinstein5]

just the italian blend which is very nice - I have not had any bad experiences with any of their spices -

[danhole]

I also make my own depending on what I want to end up with. Throw in some garlic powder, seasoned salt, herbs, Mrs. Dash garlic & Herb, and whatever else I'm in the mood for.

If I am lazy, or don't have the stuff I need, I use Durkee's Grill Seasoning. (They also have a mesquite flavor that is very good) It has a very good flavor. On the label it says "a blend of Parmesan cheese, garlic, onion, bell peppers, black pepper, and spices . . ." Just don't put too much on or it is too salty, unless you like that! We really don't like the flavor of bell peppers, but until I read the label I never even knew they were in there.

Another one is Grub Rub. It's very good, but a little sweet, but it gives you a moist, tender piece of meat. I got it at a sports store!
http://www.grubrub.com

[HungryRubia]

I don't even think thats necessary considering how easy it is to make your own. I don't have access to my recipes now, but I made one from The Best Recipe cookbook and it was excellent. I made it to put on ribs for a little "rib-off" between the hubby and I and mine won on flavor.
The recipe was very simple like chili powder, cumin, garlic salt etc.
Good luck.