The kettle covers have changed...again

[mcgolden]

I just noticed today that Weber has changed the covers for the 22 and the 18.  They're gray, and look to be a different material.  Has anyone seen these in person? 

Also, what do you guys all think about the new thinner covers that they went to a year or two ago?  I like the fact that the fabric holds up without cracking, but they are so light it's nearly impossible to keep the grilsl covered.  Especially my performers.  Last night it was windy and we got a little snow.  I spent the morning cleaning off my grills and recovering them.  I'm going to have to tie them down.

[brewtownbeatdown]

Not a fan. Looks like a compromise between the standard & premium, neither of which is available through Weber's online site. Still have premium cover for MTs.

I like the latest generation lightweight premium covers. They don't rest "heavy" on the grill like the previous material, but they also don't have any of the condensation issues.

I wish they'd go back to 60's/70's prints for a limited edition run.

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[LightningBoldtz]

alternatives to Weber covers

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/product-reviews/kettle-covers-(review-of-weber-brand-kettle-covers-and-alternatives)/

[LiquidOcelot]

I was just at home depot and lowes, they have the cheap tarp like grey cover for 14.99 and the heavier canvas type black one for 29.99. the black ones seem like they would be nice. not sure if it has a draw string or anything to keep them tight on bottom. but maybe stitching or gluing a few heavy washers to the bottom would help the parachute issue

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[Josh G]

I have not had any problem with the new cover on my performer but it is tucked nicely against the house and not in the elements that others are in.  I get a nice wind block from the house.  Its really easy to get on and off and I could see others in more windy areas having problems.

Does this mean covers will be going on clearance? 

[Geezer]

I got this cover for a 22 inch kettle and I'm very impressed with it.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-55-613-013201-PL-Kettle-Grill-Cover/dp/B012VMKHCA/ref=sr_1_26?ie=UTF8&qid=1486600462&sr=8-26&keywords=grill+cover

Heavy canvas type material and put together very well.  I still cannot believe the quality of this cover for the price.

[charred]

I got this cover for a 22 inch kettle and I'm very impressed with it.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-55-613-013201-PL-Kettle-Grill-Cover/dp/B012VMKHCA/ref=sr_1_26?ie=UTF8&qid=1486600462&sr=8-26&keywords=grill+cover

Heavy canvas type material and put together very well.  I still cannot believe the quality of this cover for the price.

From the description: "Usually ships within 3 to 4 months."

[Josh G]

Saw some of the new grey ones on EBay

[iCARRY]

I love my new style thinner black cover for WSM. It has a strap that attaches it to one of the legs. Way better then the old style. Need to get one for my genesis. My only kettle I keep outside has the old cheap gray cover. I like that better then the old black ones that cracked.


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[TheDude]

I got this cover for a 22 inch kettle and I'm very impressed with it.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-55-613-013201-PL-Kettle-Grill-Cover/dp/B012VMKHCA/ref=sr_1_26?ie=UTF8&qid=1486600462&sr=8-26&keywords=grill+cover

Heavy canvas type material and put together very well.  I still cannot believe the quality of this cover for the price.

From the description: "Usually ships within 3 to 4 months."

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000HCNEX6/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1486609015&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=veranda+grill+cover&dpPl=1&dpID=41M-tmdrSSL&ref=plSrch

Here ya go. Best bang for the buck.

[swamprb]

I don't have this particular cover for the kettle, but I do have a Yukon Glory 2 burner cover that I use on my Gateway clone drum smoker and it is a much better cover than any of the POS weber covers.

https://www.amazon.com/Yukon-Glory-Charcoal-22-5-Inch-7149/dp/B01I3ZQQYW/ref=sr_1_11?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1486767993&sr=1-11&keywords=yukon+glory+grill+cover

[LightningBoldtz]

So I saw these @ Home Depot and I will say with the price of these, it make sense that these are between the premium and the basic(grey) covers from before.

[jeffrackmo]

I picked up the Black Weber cover for the Copper off of Grillstuff.com  it was 29.99 with Free shipping. (I bought other stuff too).  It was a Weber product with the Velcro style loops to hold it down to the frame.  We will see how it lasts.  I digress, I now have to store grills outdoors now. 

I still need a decent weather proof cover for the 18.5 WSM.  For now that project cart and smoker are in the garage where my truck IS SUPPOSED to be...    Yes, I made the sacrifice....

J