First post here although, I’ve been a long-time lurker, and you folks may be the biggest group of enablers outside of hunting forums! Anyway, despite my wife rolling her eyes, I just ordered a 26 inch kettle. My charcoal story….years ago I got tired of frequently replacing cheap propane grills so picked up a 22 inch kettle just for a cheap temporary stop-gap. I ended up loving it! Then added a Smokey Joe, then a model 210 propane (rarely used) but always felt a little cramped for space on the 22. Well, I have a graduation party to cook for in May so needed extra space to cook pulled pork for over 100 people. I felt like Ralphie in ‘Christmas Story’ trying to work the purchase, but finally succeeded 😊.
Anyway, 4 grills will be pushing the space limits on my deck. I’m hoping I will love this new big boy. So, please let me know if you 26 inch owners still use your smaller grills much, and I’d love to hear any tips/tricks for acclimating to the larger grill. I primarily use charcoal for indirect cooking: wings, ribs, chicken, sausage, and veggies. I still use the gas for quick cooks or for direct heat. I always seem to overcook/burn my burgers direct over charcoal.
Thanks in advance.