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My gas grill has had it...it's time to invest in something new...
Posted on 8/2/15 at 10:50 am
Posted on 8/2/15 at 10:50 am
I had 5 burners with the 5th being on the side for warming or cooking in a skillet, etc. This wasn't top of the line, but it was one of the best wedding gifts I got from my friends.
From a personal perspective I do understand that charcoal may provide a better overall experience, but with my wife and I both working full time, we feel like gas is the way to go. For a family of two that sometimes entertains, what and where do you all recommend we look for and at respectively in order to find the best value for our money.
Keep in mind that my motto is, "Never pay retail," and I'm a bit of a skeptic towards the Big/Little Green Egg stuff.
Thanks in advance F&D Board!
From a personal perspective I do understand that charcoal may provide a better overall experience, but with my wife and I both working full time, we feel like gas is the way to go. For a family of two that sometimes entertains, what and where do you all recommend we look for and at respectively in order to find the best value for our money.
Keep in mind that my motto is, "Never pay retail," and I'm a bit of a skeptic towards the Big/Little Green Egg stuff.
Thanks in advance F&D Board!
This post was edited on 8/2/15 at 10:51 am
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Posted on 8/2/15 at 11:03 am to GFunk
I'd recommend the Char-Griller propane grill. 3 burners but doesn't have a side burner I believe. It's definitely not top of the line, and would likely have to be replaced in 5 years but that is reflected in the price.
Buddy of mine has one and man does that thing get hot quick. Got to like 650° in 10 minutes and flash seared my steak beautifully. I have an old Weber (at least 10 yrs) now and it takes her a solid 25 minutes to get north of 550°.
Buddy of mine has one and man does that thing get hot quick. Got to like 650° in 10 minutes and flash seared my steak beautifully. I have an old Weber (at least 10 yrs) now and it takes her a solid 25 minutes to get north of 550°.
Posted on 8/2/15 at 11:05 am to GFunk
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but with my wife and I both working full time, we feel like gas is the way to go.
Never understood this reasoning. Get a chimney starter, and your coals are ready in 15 minutes. How long does it take a gas grill to come to temp? 7 minutes?
Posted on 8/2/15 at 11:12 am to GFunk
Weber Genesis. Quality construction that will last for many years, excellent warranty.
Posted on 8/2/15 at 11:14 am to Twenty 49
Char Broil TRU infrared grill
Posted on 8/2/15 at 11:19 am to GFunk
My gas grill and separate gas smoker are both on their last legs. I'm going with the ceramic style next to satisfy both needs with one cooker.
Posted on 8/2/15 at 11:27 am to Chair
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Chair
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Never understood this reasoning. Get a chimney starter, and your coals are ready in 15 minutes. How long does it take a gas grill to come to temp? 7 minutes?
I walk out to my patio. I turn on the propane tank valve. I open the grill. I turn the burner valves on. I press a button.
My grill is on and warming. This process takes about 9.3 seconds. It's not just time. It's less hassle for both prep and cleanup. I never buy charcoal nor do I buy lighter fluid, nor matches, etc.
Posted on 8/2/15 at 11:28 am to Chair
Same here. Eggs/Primos can b 350 i n 15 min & 500 degrees n 20 min.
Posted on 8/2/15 at 11:37 am to GFunk
Don't be skeptical of ceramic cookers. They will last a lot longer than a portable, throwaway gas grill.
I personally have the Primo Oval XL. Got all the accessories with it for $800.00. Found a Craigslist deal where lady only used it once.
I personally have the Primo Oval XL. Got all the accessories with it for $800.00. Found a Craigslist deal where lady only used it once.
Posted on 8/2/15 at 12:03 pm to Corn Dawg Nation
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by Corn Dawg Nation My gas grill and separate gas smoker are both on their last legs. I'm going with the ceramic style next to satisfy both needs with one cooker.
Aren't you on the other side of the River from me?
Posted on 8/2/15 at 12:17 pm to GFunk
I bought a Blaze brand grill from Shoppers Choice and have been quite pleased.
Posted on 8/2/15 at 12:19 pm to GFunk
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Posted on 8/2/15 at 12:24 pm to Chair
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Never understood this reasoning. Get a chimney starter, and your coals are ready in 15 minutes. How long does it take a gas grill to come to temp? 7 minutes?
Agreed.
The argument that the gas grills get hot faster is pretty irrelevant. We all have a bit of Mis en Place to attend to before cooking anyway, perhaps another dish as well?
Posted on 8/2/15 at 12:56 pm to GFunk
From what I can tell you have gas people and you have charcoal people, some will be converted one way or the other but for the most part you stay what you are. I am a gas person and weber is the way to go. I don't need all the bells and whistles that I will never use just a great quality gas grill,that will last and weber does that. Get the genesis or summit line and stay away from the spirit or sprint line
Posted on 8/2/15 at 12:58 pm to Tigerpaw123
Does it have a sauce rack?
Posted on 8/2/15 at 1:02 pm to GFunk
Just go get whatever Weber is in your price range and buy the last grill you'll likely ever need with just minor maintenance.
Posted on 8/2/15 at 1:35 pm to GFunk
Can't go wrong with Weber for either gas or charcoal. You pay a little more but it lasts. Great grills!
Posted on 8/2/15 at 1:35 pm to GFunk
Just bought a Weber Genesis E-330. Love it so far. Gets up to 550F in about 5 minutes.
Posted on 8/2/15 at 1:52 pm to Gugich22
Charcoal is the only way to go.
Posted on 8/2/15 at 1:54 pm to Chair
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Never understood this reasoning. Get a chimney starter, and your coals are ready in 15 minutes. How long does it take a gas grill to come to temp? 7 minutes?
There is cleaning too. Gas is just way easier to deal with on a weekday, there is no denying that.
ideally, i would have a nice smoker and decent gas grill.
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Don't be skeptical of ceramic cookers. They will last a lot longer than a portable, throwaway gas grill.
also this. Green eggs are awesome and you can do pretty much anything one them.
just dont waste you money buying $1000 stand. Build your own using blueprint/diy guides online.
This post was edited on 8/2/15 at 1:56 pm
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