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anchorout



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PostPosted: Wed Oct 02, 2013 9:31 pm    Post subject: outside charcoal BBQ Reply with quote

I am looking for a rail mount charcoal BBQ big enough to cook 2 steaks at a time, max. Must stow in small space, perhaps foldable. Pictures of homebuilt gizmos are appreciated.

I just don't see having a big cooker, all of the time in the way, that one might use 2 or 3 times a week. I would like to be able to take it out, plop it on the rail, dump the coals overboard, and stow it away.

Any ideas or pics great appreciated.

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PostPosted: Wed Oct 02, 2013 11:07 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I use a gas round magma grill. It breaks down and stows easliy. Mounts on several different type of holder. I use one for my rod holder to save space.

I use gas because nothing say " come swim in me" like a lake full of used charcoal. Sad

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PostPosted: Thu Oct 03, 2013 12:05 am    Post subject: Charcoal grill Reply with quote

We have a Magma charcoal grill and have had it for a long time. It works well and also built an arm and support that allows us to use a rod holder to support the grill over the water. We use match lite charcoal for an easy start. You can find these grills, both charcoal and gas at West Marine.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 03, 2013 10:12 am    Post subject: small lakes Reply with quote

WOW! Didn't realize the lakes in Washington were so small. Half a cup of biodegradable charcoal ashes......????
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 03, 2013 11:53 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I dont have one but would like to have one of small ceramic table top grill someday for the patio table

http://ceramicgrillworks.com/products-page/yakatori-charcoal-grills/hotspot-round-yakatori-charcoal-grill/

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PostPosted: Thu Oct 03, 2013 12:20 pm    Post subject: outside charcoal BBQ Reply with quote

I have the Magma Trailmate BBQ. One of the smallest on the market but still a good size for two people. Yes it is gas, but storing a propane bottle takes up less space than a bag of charcoal and charcoal lighter sticks or starter fluid.

I have a lot of gear stored on my boat and the 3 v-berth lockers are still almost empty.

Martin.
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PostPosted: Fri Oct 04, 2013 2:14 am    Post subject: BBQ Reply with quote

When I lived in the Caribbean on my Morgan 33, I had a propane BBQ mounted on the stern rail. It got some use, but my favorite memories are of a campfire on the beach; a pot luck dinner, and chicken, goat, pork, or sometimes beef sizzling over a charcoal fire. I could never get the same taste from a gas grill. Personally, and it is certainly a personal choice, I prefer a charcoal grill.

I appreciate the suggestions you have given.
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Ashley Lynn



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PostPosted: Sat Oct 05, 2013 10:34 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

check out cobb grills.

they don't mount on a rail, but they can be set virtually anywhere as the outside base doesn't get hot. only uses a few briquets.

I've been using one for a few years now, love it.

http://www.cobbq.com

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PostPosted: Sat Oct 05, 2013 11:19 am    Post subject: cobb Reply with quote

Ashley: We researched the Cobb on line and it certainly is versatile and a few briquettes go a long way. My only question is, at 12" X 13", where do you guys store the stove when not in use?
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PostPosted: Sat Oct 05, 2013 11:58 am    Post subject: Re: cobb Reply with quote

anchorout wrote:
Ashley: We researched the Cobb on line and it certainly is versatile and a few briquettes go a long way. My only question is, at 12" X 13", where do you guys store the stove when not in use?


I don't know how Ashley Lynn does it, but I'd get a nylon duffel bag, put in the grille and charcoal (wrapped in a plastic bag to be sure it stays dry), zip it up and tie it down on the roof, engine well, or cockpit if I didn't room in the cabin.

The duffel bag keeps it organized, clean(er), and moveable as a unit, both on and off the boat- for use on shore and for cleaning (dishwasher).

Joe. Teeth Thumbs Up

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PostPosted: Mon Oct 07, 2013 4:51 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

The cobb grill comes with a carrying case....once it cools down, put it in the case and put it just about anywhere. we usually set it under the dinette.

I got a deal on mine from West Marine for about $60....a few years ago.
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PostPosted: Fri Oct 11, 2013 1:53 pm    Post subject: THE WAY TO GO Reply with quote

Thanks Ashley. That is the way I will go.
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PostPosted: Fri Oct 11, 2013 2:14 pm    Post subject: BBQ Reply with quote

How about one of these for $70.00 delivered? Has anyone used this one?
http://www.allbbqs.com/contact.htm

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PostPosted: Fri Oct 11, 2013 2:49 pm    Post subject: no no Reply with quote

Gratitude:
West Marine use to stock this type. They did not sell for long. Before I left for the Caribbean, I bought one and mounted it on the rail. If there was the slightest breeze, it would not work. I even tried throwing a fire cloth over it to block the wind. The only way that I could use it was to place it on the floor of the cockpit on a mount that I fabricated. I finally gave it to a native in Grenada and bought a kettle type charcoal unit. No problem there.

This was my experience. Maybe it will work for you, or maybe that is why they are so cheap.
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PostPosted: Fri Oct 18, 2013 9:35 pm    Post subject: BBQ for 2. Stores anywhere. Reply with quote

I went to the flea market in Houston to see what might be available. Everything I saw was to big for just the two of us. But then I saw a booth full of stainless steel cookware. $4.00 each for two SS mixing bowls. Lowes has stretched steel mesh for $10.00. I had the SS hardware from other projects. It cooks 2 steaks and stores in a 10 1/2 X 10 1/2 X 6" cubby hole. The mount was fabricated from various pieces of tubing and also holds a cutting board.

Check out my pictures.
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