Re: Portable BBQ Grills Reply #25 – August 26, 2016, 12:53:14 am Paul,Everything worked out well for the most part. I'm hoping someone can give me some pointers on lighting my Fold N Go.The charcoal is placed on both sides of the BBQ then it is closed into its upright position and then lit.Lighting the coals precipitated my use of the "starters" as I mentioned earlier. Even then the coals at the bottom of the stack ignighted sooner than those above them. After opening the BBQ, I moved the coals to one side to get all the charcoal going. Once the coals were all started, I then equally dispersed the coals on both 1/2's of the BBQ. Hmmm...not what I expected.I don't use lighter fluid as a general rule, however this may make ignition more responsive and eliminate the trouble that I was having.However, once the coals were hot, everything went very well and the Fold N Go performed nicely. It is nice that the grills can be placed at different levels in relation to the coals. This allows you to grill unlike items simultaneously. Tonight my daughter and I grilled bacon cheese burgers. What a meal. We were both very satisfied.The inaugural "burn" was a success however not without its "rough spots". The BBQ is very durable and fits nicely next to my Eco-Que and my Camp Chef propane stove top/grill in my storage bay. The following photos cover the process and the end result. Mmmm...Kent 1 Likes
Re: Portable BBQ Grills Reply #26 – August 26, 2016, 02:31:57 am There can only be one- this or Ecoque? Advantages, drawbacks?
Re: Portable BBQ Grills Reply #27 – August 26, 2016, 10:20:03 am Hey Kent, Your pictures are making me hungry lol Cynthia
Re: Portable BBQ Grills Reply #28 – August 26, 2016, 11:12:39 am Paul,Maaaannn! Do I have to choose? Not a problem. ECO-QUE/PYRO-MID Every day of the week.Here's a breakdown of features:ECO. Portable [folds FLAT] F&Go. Portable [folds UPRIGHT]ECO. Cooking Surface [15" model 225 sq inches]F&Go Cooking Surface [75 sq inches on each grill]ECO. Durability [stainless steel/folding sections Heavy Guage-Should Last forever]F&Go. Durability [Heavy Painted steel case and grills Removable dishwasher safe tray for coals and grills]ECO. Versatility [Varied Uses: Grill/Griddle/Oven (Griddle is an optional buy) Cooking surface can be arranged to suit MANY cooking options: BBQ, Fry, Steam, Bake...F&G. Versatility [Its a Grill it does what BBQ grills do best. The grilling surfaces can be raised or lowered according to HEAT requirements]ECO. Fuel Source [Charcoal, wood, twigs etc almost anything that will burn and sustain heat]F&Go. Fuel Source [Charcoal] ECO. Storability [Folds flat to aprox 2 - 3" and fits in a zippered vinyl carrying bag...Models are either 12x12" or 15x15" and lay flat in the cargo bay. Folded size is aprox]F& Go. Storability [Grilling surfaces fold together creating an Folded Case Aprox 12" tall x 10" Wide x 8" Deep Box. Stores nicely in storage bay in an upright stance]ECO. Wind Resistance [Coals are below grill in lower pyramid structure. Grill is exposed to breezes but the upper Pyramid can be set in place to block wind 100 %]F&Go. Wind Resistance [Coals are started with unit folded in its upright stance and unit then lays flat with grills exposed to breezes with NO wind guard]ECO. Fuel Economy [Self enclosed pyramid structure conserves heat and fuel. VERY stingy in fuel needs]F&Go. Fuel Economy [Fuel is exposed to wind and heat escapes from all sides. Won't conserve heat. Use coals as needed] This just about covers everything I can think of. To be fair to the Fold N Go, I have only used it once, but I was VERY happy with the end results. It's durable and stores nicely. My GO-TO GRILL/OVEN HANDS DOWN- my ECO-QUE. Extremely portable (a bit heavy). VERY durable. Versatility OFF THE CHARTS. I will never leave home without it.Tonight: Porterhouse Steaks grilled to perfection on my ECO-QUE.Kent
Re: Portable BBQ Grills Reply #29 – August 26, 2016, 01:51:06 pm Excellent comparison Kent, thank you for that. Ecoque for me, maybe I'll have it Amazoned to me on the road later in the fall when I'm farther northeast and fire danger is less. I just hope I can resist burgers till then. I have steaks and hot dogs covered.
Re: Portable BBQ Grills Reply #30 – August 26, 2016, 04:50:26 pm My pleasure Paul. Interestingly enough, when I pulled into Serrano on Monday, I noticed the fire wood at the kiosk was still on sale.I asked the ladies at the kiosk if campfires and charcoal BBQ's we're still permitted. She commented that they were and she was shocked by the news as well. Firefighters had been battling the Blucut Fire for several days and Serrano is not too far away so we all thought campfires would be "out" in the campground.The possibility of fire restrictions was the primary reason I picked up my Camp Chef propane grill/stove top. It must be the Boy Scout in me to always be prepared.Kent 1 Likes
Re: Portable BBQ Grills Reply #31 – August 27, 2016, 01:53:34 am With the continuing drought, in much of the West, many campgrounds do not allow wood or charcoal fires, only propane.Somethings think about if you BBQ a lot.Larry
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