- My Forums
- Tiger Rant
- LSU Recruiting
- SEC Rant
- Saints Talk
- Pelicans Talk
- More Sports Board
- Fantasy Sports
- Golf Board
- Soccer Board
- O-T Lounge
- Tech Board
- Home/Garden Board
- Outdoor Board
- Health/Fitness Board
- Movie/TV Board
- Book Board
- Music Board
- Political Talk
- Money Talk
- Fark Board
- Gaming Board
- Travel Board
- Food/Drink Board
- Ticket Exchange
- TD Help Board
Customize My Forums- View All Forums
- Show Left Links
- Topic Sort Options
- Trending Topics
- Recent Topics
- Active Topics
Started By
Message
re: Wheres the best place to buy a green egg, primo, or commado joe?
Posted on 4/2/13 at 9:36 pm to LSUsmartass
Posted on 4/2/13 at 9:36 pm to LSUsmartass
My only issue or question with bge is are they really a premium brand like they think they are or are or they simply a company that once had a monopoly on the kamado market, no longer does, and doesn't know how to adapt. (I admit I have no experience but I am looking to buy a kamado in the near future)
These things are not complicated. They are ceramic spheres with two vents. Why do I want to pay hundreds more for a brand name when the lower cost competitors have similar build quality and function? I think when I buy one in the next few weeks I will probably go with one of the lower cost alternatives unless there is some big difference. If I am going to pay a premium for it then I might as well support made in the USA and get a primo.
I guess what I am asking is bge once had a monopoly and made a killing in the market. Do they still have some advantage or am I paying more for the same thing just because it says bge on it?
These things are not complicated. They are ceramic spheres with two vents. Why do I want to pay hundreds more for a brand name when the lower cost competitors have similar build quality and function? I think when I buy one in the next few weeks I will probably go with one of the lower cost alternatives unless there is some big difference. If I am going to pay a premium for it then I might as well support made in the USA and get a primo.
I guess what I am asking is bge once had a monopoly and made a killing in the market. Do they still have some advantage or am I paying more for the same thing just because it says bge on it?
2
Posted on 4/2/13 at 11:30 pm to PoppaD
so finally pulled the trigger on the Char-Griller Akorn Komado cooker. Just not ready to drop close to a grand on a grill and will use this guy for a few years to get my grilling/smoking methods down before i move to the next step. Watching videos and reading reviews I feel this is perfect for what I need and at $300 shipped next day from Amazon its not breaking the bank.
This post was edited on 4/2/13 at 11:30 pm
Posted on 4/3/13 at 6:44 am to PoppaD
RE the bGE premium price, some choose to pay it because of the dealer experience. Good dealers often throw in a few freebies, accessories, charcoal, etc, as well as offer delivery and setup. Eggs aren't exactly lightweight, and the assembly does require some mechanical aptitude. I bought mine abt three years ago for $850, delivered to my door and assembled on site. Took two guys about 45 minutes to an hour, and they knew what they were doing. Would have taken me two to three hours, easy, as a novice. That was worth $$ to me. YMMMV.
Page 1 of 1
Popular
Back to top
Follow TigerDroppings for LSU Football News