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Old 03-03-2015, 10:21 AM   #121
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While some of the higher priced larger grills have a searing capability, that is a feature that I have not found offered in smaller grills. The problem seems to be associated with a lower high temp capability. I've had 2 Trager brand owners tell me they accomplish seering by using Traeger's blanket accessory and cooking on high?!? I'm not sure I want to do that. Heartland Memphis makes a lower end grill in their product line that says it seers...The Select model is 26" wide by 31" deep and lists for $1,499. While I would consider paying for the right pel!et grill, I still find it too big and lacking some quality features offered in the larger grills that I would like to have.
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Old 03-03-2015, 11:29 AM   #122
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While some of the higher priced larger grills have a searing capability, that is a feature that I have not found offered in smaller grills. The problem seems to be associated with a lower high temp capability. I've had 2 Trager brand owners tell me they accomplish seering by using Traeger's blanket accessory and cooking on high?!? I'm not sure I want to do that. Heartland Memphis makes a lower end grill in their product line that says it seers...The Select model is 26" wide by 31" deep and lists for $1,499. While I would consider paying for the right pel!et grill, I still find it too big and lacking some quality features offered in the larger grills that I would like to have.
By all accounts the Spitfire 180 does a good job of searing with 10,000 BTU output. Of course, BTU's aren't the only indication of whether it can sear, but that's 10,000 BTU in a small cooking chamber. One of the more popular grills on this forum, the Weber Q1000 has around 8500 BTU for comparison, and doesn't get as hot.
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Old 03-03-2015, 11:31 AM   #123
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Has anyone done a similar analysis of a good quality. perfect sized (for camping). multi-purposed wood pellet grill?
I bought a BioLite wood fired BBQ you might want to check out their web site. Bought the Camp Stove model. Actually I bought it for use at home but now am wondering if it might be pretty neat out camping. I have the stove and it is very well made but haven't gotten a fire in it yet. Its designed to burn small (thumb diameter) pieces or a bit larger. Has a thermo couple mounted in the stack that will generate enough electricity to light a LED mounted on a gooseneck for cooking at night.

When I get home I'll write up a report. This is an interesting stove and company .... worth checking out. Comes in a smaller size too.
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Old 03-03-2015, 12:00 PM   #124
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I bought a BioLite wood fired BBQ you might want to check...

When I get home I'll write up a report. This is an interesting stove and company .... worth checking out. Comes in a smaller size too.
Thanks! I would be interested.
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Old 03-03-2015, 12:09 PM   #125
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I know a few people with the Biolilte stove, and have cooked on one on a camping trip too. A nice little unit. The one I used didn't have the optional grill though, so I really could not compare it to any other grill.
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Old 03-03-2015, 12:13 PM   #126
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Has anyone ever used one of the grill thingees that look something like a hub cap and can be placed on a butane cooker ? Of coarse no comparison to an actual bbq .....
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Old 03-03-2015, 12:17 PM   #127
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....the grill thingees .....
Jeepers Gabi, some of us are not up to speed with all this technical jargon, you know.
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Old 03-03-2015, 12:40 PM   #128
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Well gee......guess I better get a pic since " thingee " doesn't do it ......something we picked at the home and garden show .....this does not take any room ( and didn't cost much ) worth a try .... chucked the box don't remember the name - we are just calling it the hubcap cooker ....
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Old 03-03-2015, 12:58 PM   #129
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Seems it is just called a smokeless grill ......must be good for beer folks..one can pour beer into the lower ring for flavour ...
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Old 03-03-2015, 02:12 PM   #130
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Your grill looks more like a hubcap than most of today's so called hubcaps. Hope it works out well for you.
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Old 03-03-2015, 02:24 PM   #131
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Yeah, you have to report to us on how that works for you, Gabi. I have not seen or used one like that.
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Old 03-03-2015, 03:08 PM   #132
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just wondering, what is everyone opinion of Solaire's portable IR grills
Solaire Portable Infrared Grills

I'm seeking to store the BBQ in under Escape External Hatch so I'm height challanged
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Old 03-03-2015, 03:51 PM   #133
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just wondering, what is everyone opinion of Solaire's portable IR grills
Solaire Portable Infrared Grills

I'm seeking to store the BBQ in under Escape External Hatch so I'm height challanged
Hadn't heard of them, but from the photos on the web page they look like a quality grill. They use the high pressure canisters.
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Old 03-03-2015, 04:19 PM   #134
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From Solaire site:

Please note: The hood must be open at all times when the burner is lighted. Solaire Infrared grills with direct heat, not heating the air around the food like conventional grills. The hood is for protecting the burner when not in use.

So much for cooking a half chicken on low ( or even chicken parts ).
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Old 03-03-2015, 04:23 PM   #135
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Learn something everyday, here's one of the smokeless propane grills that I can understand. I imagine you have 2 things to clean after using it, such a deal for $225.

Element Smokeless BBQ brings the joys of grilling inside
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Old 03-03-2015, 04:54 PM   #136
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The element smokeless BBQ doesn't seem like much more than a grill sitting on top of a frypan.
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By all accounts the Spitfire 180 does a good job of searing with 10,000 BTU output. Of course, BTU's aren't the only indication of whether it can sear, but that's 10,000 BTU in a small cooking chamber. One of the more popular grills on this forum, the Weber Q1000 has around 8500 BTU for comparison, and doesn't get as hot.
I am familiar with Weber .has anyone had experience with Char-broil Grill to go X200 ?
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Old 03-03-2015, 07:27 PM   #138
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I've got the Weber Q1000. I use it year 'round at home and we always take it camping. They're around $200.00 Canadian dollars. I can't see the point in 'upgrading'. It lights first time every time and has now for 7 years!
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I've got the Weber Q1000. I use it year 'round at home and we always take it camping. They're around $200.00 Canadian dollars. I can't see the point in 'upgrading'. It lights first time every time and has now for 7 years!
I agree J Mac, nothing wrong with the Weber. I was just replying to post #121 about searing.
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Yeah, you have to report to us on how that works for you, Gabi. I have not seen or used one like that.
Yes , will report back on the " thingee "...... the plan is to try it on the little butane cooker , it does not actually sit on a pan but directly over a flame or element .... sort of like a mini grill....
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