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Think I need a Mini

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Bulldog Mom
Bulldog Mom Posts: 242
edited November -1 in EggHead Forum
So, I've had my large EGG a little more than two weeks.

Love it, to the total exclusion of the gas grill.

However, it's a bit much to fire it up for just two people grilling normal everyday meals *burgers, 1 steak, etc.* It takes a bit of time for it to cool off, and our weather is a little unpredictable - meaning we like to cover it up before we turn in for the night.

Am thinking I need to get a mini for the daily meals and save the large for family/parties/extended cooks.

Is this a crazy thought?
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  • Crimsongator
    Crimsongator Posts: 5,797
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    The mini is great. If you think that smaller smoking projects would also be in order, go with the small egg. There are many more accessories for the small.
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  • Mainegg
    Mainegg Posts: 7,787
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    yes........ you NEED the mini!!! :evil:
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  • WWSis
    WWSis Posts: 1,448
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    I too, have had my large for just a few weeks; I just picked up my new mini today! We are in the same boat - just two of us, and wanted flexibility to cook something quick and small without firing up the large.
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  • Florida Grillin Girl
    Florida Grillin Girl Posts: 4,972
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    Get the mini, you will love it. I use my large as you said, big cooks, parties, etc. But the mini I use 4-5 nights a week. Its more convenient, lights up fast, is portable and cooks great. Go for it.

    Faith
    Tampa
    Happily egging on my original large BGE since 1996... now the owner of 5 eggs. Call me crazy, everyone else does!
     
    3 Large, 1 Small, 1 well-used Mini
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  • Bulldog Mom
    Bulldog Mom Posts: 242
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    Oh, thank God. I am not crazy.

    When my hubby said "just use the gas grill" I about had a meltdown. I mean, we spent a small fortune for the large.

    Then I suggested a mini. I think it was my meltdown squared. But he did call to find out how much and said "maybe for my birthday. :P
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  • NJ-GrEGG
    NJ-GrEGG Posts: 171
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    If you think you need a mini...then you need a mini!
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  • TXTriker
    TXTriker Posts: 1,177
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    No Red. You're certainly not crazy. My small was approved when there wasn't room for anything but the turkey on the large.

    I use the small if I need to do sides while I'm doing the main item on the large. Tonight, I had sweet potatoes on the small that were on for 1 1/2 hours. The steak went on the large at 600*. At times, I will use just the small if there is something I'm cooking that I don't need the large or both of them. If all I want is a sausage link for lunch between two pieces of bread, for instance, I will just light the small. It is really an advantage to have two eggs.
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  • Smokin Tiger
    Smokin Tiger Posts: 352
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    You have a large and think you want a Mini? I have no idea what you are talking about.... :whistle:B) :laugh:

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    Get one now! They are a lot of fun and will do more than you think. I have had mine a couple of months now and end up lighting both at least once or twice a week. I really enjoy it and no, you are not crazy, you are just an egghead like the rest of us! :laugh: :laugh:
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  • Ex-Gasman
    Ex-Gasman Posts: 287
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    Have had my large for 2 mths and I am debating on a small or mini, going to eggfest in Oct. Leaning heavy on the mini. Like the idea of just grabbing it and heading to the river.
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 0
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    I portability is an issue, go for the Mini. If you don't plan on travelling with it much, go for the small. ( it is still economical as far as cooking without using a lot of lump) it'll give you more space and you won't need to get creative.
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  • Bulldog Mom
    Bulldog Mom Posts: 242
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    Let me know what you end up picking. I am leaning toward the mini because we can move it around on our porch - closer to the house in winter, closer to the yard in summer.

    My husband thinks I am crazy. But he's the one who says fire up the grill for everyday cooking. YUK.
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  • Ex-Gasman
    Ex-Gasman Posts: 287
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    I have no desire to fire up a gasser. I still have two of them which I may donate to people that don't know any better. :evil:
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  • Ripnem
    Ripnem Posts: 5,511
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    The small is a much better 2nd egg. The mini is a perfect 3rd egg. :laugh: It's next, your the only one that knows though.
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  • Midnight Smoker
    Midnight Smoker Posts: 273
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    Red Egghead wrote:
    So, I've had my large EGG a little more than two weeks.

    Love it, to the total exclusion of the gas grill.

    However, it's a bit much to fire it up for just two people grilling normal everyday meals *burgers, 1 steak, etc.* It takes a bit of time for it to cool off, and our weather is a little unpredictable - meaning we like to cover it up before we turn in for the night.

    Am thinking I need to get a mini for the daily meals and save the large for family/parties/extended cooks.

    Is this a crazy thought?

    I wouldn't freak out to much about covering your Egg all the time. I've had my large for over 5 years and have never had a cover on it! It looks as new as the day I bought it.....except for the inside!
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  • Hoss
    Hoss Posts: 14,600
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    DO IT!!! ;) Then buy a small! :ohmy: ;)
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  • LunaC
    LunaC Posts: 18
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    Red Egghead wrote:
    So, I've had my large EGG a little more than two weeks.

    Love it, to the total exclusion of the gas grill.

    However, it's a bit much to fire it up for just two people grilling normal everyday meals *burgers, 1 steak, etc.* It takes a bit of time for it to cool off, and our weather is a little unpredictable - meaning we like to cover it up before we turn in for the night.

    Am thinking I need to get a mini for the daily meals and save the large for family/parties/extended cooks.

    Is this a crazy thought?

    I got a mini just a week ago with this same exact reasoning.

    Last night I decided to try to sear a cheapo thin porterhouse and forgot to add more lump after cleaning it out so temps werent the best. So I say what the heck, lets see how well my MAPP gas torch works for searing :)

    Well, I have to admit, it was a pretty darn good steak!!!
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  • loco_engr
    loco_engr Posts: 5,765
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    Not at all!

    I started with a large and am not sorry I accquired a mini for just the 2 of us.
    aka marysvilleksegghead
    Lrg 2008
    mini 2009
    XL 2021 (sold 8/24/23)
    Henny Youngman:
    I said to my wife, 'Where do you want to go for our anniversary?' She said, 'I want to go somewhere I've never been before.' I said, 'Try the kitchen.'
    Bob Hope: When I wake up in the morning, I don’t feel anything until noon, and then it’s time for my nap
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