Not going to let an overcast day keep me from firing up the new grill. Dusted off what was left with previous cook (briquettes) and added some frontier lump.
After about six minutes, gas turned off as there was a good center of fuel lit. Let it ignite for an additional 5 minutes with the lid opened.
Closed the lid and flipped the rapid fire vent open
After about 15 minutes, rapid fire shut and top/bottom vents opened up 1/2.
Decided to ramp it up - opened both top and bottom full open - ready for the steak in no time
Nice bed of coals - I should have added a little more, but enough to get the job done.
Threw in a couple of small chunks of apple followed by the flank. Temp rebound is impressive - no doubt a result of the insulated design.
After about 5 minutes on each side, pulled indirect until it read around 135 in the coolest part.
Done
I like it a bit more rare, but it was still very tender.
Next time I will add more fuel, but it is nice having the coals so close to the cooking grate for searing.