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[JDD]

I've had nothing but trouble with covers and decided to quit using them. Too windy around here and my covers kept blowing away. When I got tired of losing covers I started to secure then with bunji cord. That did not work out too well for me since the wind got under the covers and carried a couple nice kettles off the deck.  That was the last straw because it did result in some porcelain damage.  I've been topless ever since. I'm starting to think covers may do more harm than not,  I've noticed that covers seem to hold moisture inside and on the kettle which could cause some premature rust?

[hawgheaven]

I haven't had the moisture issue with the newer Weber covers... yet. Been using them for prolly 2 or more years... so far, so good.

[Firemunkee]

I've had nothing but trouble with covers and decided to quit using them. Too windy around here and my covers kept blowing away. When I got tired of losing covers I started to secure then with bunji cord. That did not work out too well for me since the wind got under the covers and carried a couple nice kettles off the deck.  That was the last straw because it did result in some porcelain damage.  I've been topless ever since. I'm starting to think covers may do more harm than not,  I've noticed that covers seem to hold moisture inside and on the kettle which could cause some premature rust?

Ouch. Sorry to hear about that damage. I think the cover that @SteveJ has is the Classic Accessories one and it comes with built in buckles to secure to the grill and a covered air vent so it doesn't act like a parachute. I picked some one and only just started using it so no battle tested feedback yet, but they feel nice and sturdy! It often goes on sale for less than $10 on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HCNEX6
Also briefly discussed in this thread http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/trading-post/kettle-grill-covers-classic-accessories-73422-veranda-kettle-style-barbecue

[j-hook-evets]

I use some org. black covers but
mostly selfmade covers in the color of the grill.

Wow the color on both the Kettle and the cover is awesome.  Good stuff.  Thanks for sharing.

[j-hook-evets]

I've had nothing but trouble with covers and decided to quit using them. Too windy around here and my covers kept blowing away. When I got tired of losing covers I started to secure then with bunji cord. That did not work out too well for me since the wind got under the covers and carried a couple nice kettles off the deck.  That was the last straw because it did result in some porcelain damage.  I've been topless ever since. I'm starting to think covers may do more harm than not,  I've noticed that covers seem to hold moisture inside and on the kettle which could cause some premature rust?

I haven't had any issues with moisture...before closing out a smoking/grilling session, you might want to ensure that the coals are completely extinguished, and any leftover ashes are cleaned out.

[addicted-to-smoke]

@Jan M. can your covers be made on a home sewing machine? And if so, do you have a pattern you'd be willing to share?

[Shanks Kop]

I'm in the UK and with the state of the weather this side the Weber ones both the standard (Atrocious) and premium (Alot better but it gets brittle over time), unlike the kettles they just didn't cut the mustard. 

I've slowly been moving across to the Classic Accessories covers over the years and can say they are a quality made cover.

[Jan M.]

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[Schaefd2]

I cover my grills with my shed. I don't have any wind problems that way.


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