BBQ grills

[Cobster]

So, what's a good BBQ?

Personally, I have a Weber that we bought a few years ago and it's still mint, considering we didn't religiously protect it during the winter months.

But a friend wants a good, somewhat reliable BBQ but doesn't want to spend too much coin on one. (figures huh?)

Brinkmann any good?
One of the few she's eyeing, not too sure about it.

 

[elmo]

I have a Vermont Castings Signature Series. As far as i know, similar quality parts can be found in their regular line as well, very good BBQ, high quality. Of course, mine has more BTU's than my furnace...she probably doesn't want to spend that much, but all in all, a very good choice.

 

[papasmerf]

a weber kettle is worth the investment.

Brinkman's lill' smoker is awsome.

As for gas grills go for cast over stamped, I have a Ducane falcon grill that is 30 years old.

 

[jimmyt]

I have a Vermont Castings .........great BBQ, you can ccok at three different grill temps at the same time, side burner, rotisserie, you name it.....

 

[elmo]

Only if you want it to last over 2 yrs

 

[elmo]

Depends on the BTU rating

 

[Larry_Fyne]

I went expensive last year at bought one of Canadian Tire's Centro stainless steel BBQs. I really like it. I had a problem with the regulator, called them up and sent a new one next day. Warranty is 5 years.

 

[elmo]

I went expensive last year at bought one of Canadian Tire's Centro stainless steel BBQs. I really like it. I had a problem with the regulator, called them up and sent a new one next day. Warranty is 5 years.

Hate to burst your bubble Larry, but the Centro grills aren't expensive...I do understand that they are quite good however, and believe they are also made in China.

 

[Cobster]

Hmmm good replies, will pass this on to her.
If anyone else has suggestions, I'll check back later.
Happy Easter.

 

[l69norm]

...Brinkmann any good?...

There's a stainless steel one for $388 cdn:

http://www.shopxscargo.com/downloads/flyer.pdf

 

[big dogie]

I've had a Napolean I bought about 8 years ago and of course no maintanance on my part and works great as of three days ago!! and made in Canada... Barrie I think....

b d

 

[Larry_Fyne]

Hate to burst your bubble Larry, but the Centro grills aren't expensive...I do understand that they are quite good however, and believe they are also made in China.

Not expensive compared to a Weber but compared to Broil King BBQs at $150 it was expensive. So what it was made in China. That means they keep their labour costs down.

 

[MYSITEONLY]

Wanna buy a real good bbq, its calles a lynx. Not cheap but excellent quality, made with 316 stainless(Marine Grade). There are different grades of stainless outthere that determine the price.

 

[l69norm]

Hmmm good replies, will pass this on to her.
If anyone else has suggestions, I'll check back later.
Happy Easter.

Costco has an all stainless steel BBQ (including grills, sides, etc) for $599. They also have a cheaper partial stainless steel one for $499.

Superstore has a couple of stainless steel ones as well starting at $399

 

[elmufdvr]

get yourself an old car rim... and an oven rack... light coals... and when coals are ready..spred them around a bit.. put oven rack on rim and cook your stakes.... we did this at my uncles auto shop... we had the best bbq all summer.... "f#ck buying a gas grill...use charcoal.... " he is lucky i work at a butcher shop so we had the best.... it is the company you have that is important..not nessaraly the grill you use... if you can't cook. then a top of the line grill won't help..... happy bbq'ing to you all... the best chorizo are found in Kensington market...

 

[goodtime]

Looks like the in-thing this year may be infrared burners. 0 to 1800 in 25 secs.