Title: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: Sparky2020 on October 18, 2020, 06:27:37 PM
Post by: Sparky2020 on October 18, 2020, 06:27:37 PM
So looking to get a smaller Weber strickly for camping or day outings. I can't decide between the Smokey Joe, Jumbo Joe, and the Weber take anywhere grill. For a family of 3. Which would you recomend?
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: michaelmilitello on October 18, 2020, 06:46:25 PM
Post by: michaelmilitello on October 18, 2020, 06:46:25 PM
I really like my jumbo joe. Portable and more space than the SJ and CGA. I have mine at the beach right now.
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Title: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: brewtownbeatdown on October 18, 2020, 08:36:12 PM
Post by: brewtownbeatdown on October 18, 2020, 08:36:12 PM
I'm Team "CharcoalGoAnywhere".
More versatility & grilling space than the SJ.
Much easier to pack, carry, and store than the JJ.
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More versatility & grilling space than the SJ.
Much easier to pack, carry, and store than the JJ.
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: LiquidOcelot on October 18, 2020, 08:57:46 PM
Post by: LiquidOcelot on October 18, 2020, 08:57:46 PM
+1 on a CGA you can cut the grate in half and store small tools, weber starter cubes, lighter and nearly 2lbs of charcoal inside of a mini chimney. Everything you need in a tight compact spot ready to role
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: Kain on October 18, 2020, 11:03:45 PM
Post by: Kain on October 18, 2020, 11:03:45 PM
CGA for sure. Best portable out there 
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: Filibuster on October 19, 2020, 02:53:41 AM
Post by: Filibuster on October 19, 2020, 02:53:41 AM
Jumbo Joe or CGA all day. I have the JJ and love it.
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Title: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: Mr.CPHo on October 19, 2020, 06:25:53 AM
Post by: Mr.CPHo on October 19, 2020, 06:25:53 AM
This is a philosophical question with no one correct answer, but it perfectly illustrates why we need so many different types/sizes of grills in our arsenal.
I've settled on the CGA for single day outings, and a shorty 18 for multi day camping if it's just my wife and I. But if there's even the remotest possibility of other friends and families joining us, I wouldn't hesitate to bring a shorty 22" or 26" for multi-family gatherings.
PS, I do keep a CGA packed and ready with essentials in my SUV because you never know when you may be volun-told to be in charge of cooking duties.
I've settled on the CGA for single day outings, and a shorty 18 for multi day camping if it's just my wife and I. But if there's even the remotest possibility of other friends and families joining us, I wouldn't hesitate to bring a shorty 22" or 26" for multi-family gatherings.
PS, I do keep a CGA packed and ready with essentials in my SUV because you never know when you may be volun-told to be in charge of cooking duties.
Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: JEBIV on October 19, 2020, 06:36:05 AM
Post by: JEBIV on October 19, 2020, 06:36:05 AM
I use to be in the JJ camp, but the CGA gets my vote all day long especially a Red CGA
Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: Sparky2020 on October 20, 2020, 04:07:01 PM
Post by: Sparky2020 on October 20, 2020, 04:07:01 PM
Thanks all. You've helped me to decide on a CGA for now....I have a wierd feeling a JJ is in my future as well.
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: FatBottomGrills on October 20, 2020, 04:17:03 PM
Post by: FatBottomGrills on October 20, 2020, 04:17:03 PM
I'm with brewtownbeatdown...charcoal go anywhere. The propane is probably really convenient for camping (Not having to tote charcoal etc) but I'm opposite Hank Hill...Im all about charcoal and charcoal accessories. Guess the real question is...which are you?
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: TheFinkFarm on October 22, 2020, 12:07:40 PM
Post by: TheFinkFarm on October 22, 2020, 12:07:40 PM
I use a smokey joe, just because that is what I have. Many camping trips, RV and tent. Always good! But now I may need to try a go anywhere. Can't have too many grills. She'll get over it. LOL
Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: edasaurus on October 22, 2020, 04:13:45 PM
Post by: edasaurus on October 22, 2020, 04:13:45 PM
I have a JJ as well. And never tried a CGA.
Just curious, what makes the CGA better for those who voted for it?
Just curious, what makes the CGA better for those who voted for it?
Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: Darko on October 22, 2020, 04:25:29 PM
Post by: Darko on October 22, 2020, 04:25:29 PM
I like hotel rooms and room service.
Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: ReanimatedRobot on October 22, 2020, 06:36:32 PM
Post by: ReanimatedRobot on October 22, 2020, 06:36:32 PM
Get a room with a balcony. :D
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Quote from: Darko on October 22, 2020, 04:25:29 PM
I like hotel rooms and room service.
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: JEBIV on October 23, 2020, 03:30:22 AM
Post by: JEBIV on October 23, 2020, 03:30:22 AM
Quote from: Darko on October 22, 2020, 04:25:29 PMyou funny, but room service can be nice
I like hotel rooms and room service.
Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: mshahin on October 27, 2020, 08:57:26 AM
Post by: mshahin on October 27, 2020, 08:57:26 AM
I am using jumbo joe for almost 4 years and it is awesome
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: HoosierKettle on October 27, 2020, 09:10:54 AM
Post by: HoosierKettle on October 27, 2020, 09:10:54 AM
The cga packs the biggest punch for its size and utility if storage space is a concern. Beyond that I would bring my 26" if I had the space 
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: Sparky2020 on January 23, 2021, 05:49:30 PM
Post by: Sparky2020 on January 23, 2021, 05:49:30 PM
Well it took a few months of looking thought Craigslist. Finally came across a great deal on a slightly used CGA.
Thanks for all the input guys!
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: FatBottomGrills on January 23, 2021, 08:58:11 PM
Post by: FatBottomGrills on January 23, 2021, 08:58:11 PM
Awesome. Wife and I recieved a CGA as a wedding gift 20 yrs ago...my first weber and my favorite
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: HoosierKettle on January 23, 2021, 09:48:24 PM
Post by: HoosierKettle on January 23, 2021, 09:48:24 PM
Perfect looking poppers!
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Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: javahog2002 on January 30, 2021, 07:20:45 PM
Post by: javahog2002 on January 30, 2021, 07:20:45 PM
Jumbo Joe was my favorite before one of the kids got rid of it. It is kind of big for the car. But you can put about a half full bag of charcoal inside it while traveling. Your CGA looks good loaded up.
Title: Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
Post by: Grillmeister on May 07, 2021, 05:40:54 AM
Post by: Grillmeister on May 07, 2021, 05:40:54 AM
Technically, the Puckerbutt will serve you and the family well. I take mine camping all the time plus I can smoke some great food with it as well. Charcoal, grill and accessories can all fit in a plastic tub for travel purposes. Best of luck.