Comments on: Weber 10020 Smokey Joe Silver Charcoal Grill, Black

By: K. Morris

K. Morris — Sat, 12 Jul 2014 21:39:49 +0000

Good for small patios, but not so good for travelling. I’ve had one of these little Smokey Joes for probably 15 years now. It definitely has some strong points, but also a few drawbacks.Pros:1. Durable. Mine’s been outdoors in the weather for 15 years now. When I give it a good cleaning, it looks almost new.2. Cooks well. I’ve grilled steaks, burgers, dogs, etc. It does a nice job on them all. And it doesn’t use a whole lot of coal to do it. I’ve got a 22 1/2 weber too, but sometimes when cooking for only 2 of us, I use the smokey joe to save on coals.3. It’s small and does a nice job in a small space like apartment porch or patio.Cons:1. It’s inconvenient as a Portable grill when traveling. It’s got no carry handle or way to seal it up. Also, once you’ve grilled and need to go, there’s nothing to do with the hot coals. You’ve got to seal all the vents and wait for them to be extinguished. Even then I’d be nervous about dumping them out or putting the grill…

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A.Trendl HungarianBookstore.com "What should ... — Sat, 12 Jul 2014 21:32:57 +0000

Solid Value, Durable Grill Though this is a portable grill, it is terrific for at home use if you’re single, or have a small balcony apartment. It takes very little space, and is easy to maneuver when cleaning time comes.I’ve used this gem for years. My apartments, on the whole, mandated the simplicity and efficiency offered up by the Smokey Joe.A great feature is the rounded top. This enables better smoking, as air and smoke circulates more fluidly.The downsides:The legs aren’t as sturdy as they could be. Given time, a bit of bumping around and general abuse, and the screwed on legs might turn askew. If you notice this while the grill is hot, you’ve a problem. The solution is to keep them tight during non-use.The air intake at the bottom gets clogged with ashes. A key to good charcoal grilling is the manipulation of air flow. The intake might be open, but stopped up. If you are diligent to clean the ahes, you’ll be OK.Because the grill is so…