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Sparky2020

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What charcoal grill for camping?
« 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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michaelmilitello

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #1 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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brewtownbeatdown

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What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #2 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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LiquidOcelot

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #3 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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Kain

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #4 on: October 18, 2020, 11:03:45 PM »
CGA for sure. Best portable out there [emoji106]


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Filibuster

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #5 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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Mr.CPHo

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What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #6 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.
« Last Edit: October 19, 2020, 06:38:41 AM by Mr.CPHo »

JEBIV

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #7 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
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Sparky2020

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #8 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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FatBottomGrills

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #9 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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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #10 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
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edasaurus

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #11 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?

Darko

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #12 on: October 22, 2020, 04:25:29 PM »
I like hotel rooms and room service.

ReanimatedRobot

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #13 on: October 22, 2020, 06:36:32 PM »
Get a room with a balcony. :D
I like hotel rooms and room service.

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JEBIV

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Re: What charcoal grill for camping?
« Reply #14 on: October 23, 2020, 03:30:22 AM »
I like hotel rooms and room service.
you funny, but room service can be nice
Seeking a Black Sequoia I know I know, I'd settle for just the tabbed no leg grill