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YukonRon

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

theyolksonyou said:

bhedges1987 said:

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

That sucks, I have wanted to try the one in Chicago 

I ate at the one in Chicago, but it was before I learned to cook. It was pretty good(at the time). Cool to see them cooking over charcoal in the first floor of a high rise(high to me)

This was in Schaumburg. Crowded, loud, good wine list, over priced, nothing cooked to order at our table, 2 of the 5 were sent back, and actually all could have been. Medium rare can not be cooked on Weber grills, it seems. They did have on display the big expensive one they just brought out, and I goofed around with it.
It was not a worthy adversary.

That blows Ron.  Have walked by the one downtown a few times, never stopped in. 

I played with one recently, prices are already coming down, $500 on both models.  Not even lukewarm at a G.  Gasket is nice though.

I think it needs to come down another $700.00. I was not impressed. Did not have the heft, and although I am sure it was moved around and handled a lot as a display item in the restaurant, every night, by more people than would mess with an egg, it was showing sings of looseness. Not nearly rickety, but definitely more sway.

I felt the same twist and play when opening.  
The one pictured has been used gently as a demo.

Performers are around 400, 500 would be reasonable.  1000 is still a joke.

I am thinking the same, maybe $400.00. But even there, I think it is moderately overpriced. Just not impressed, at all. Lot of metal, too much for me.              

pgprescott

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

theyolksonyou said:

bhedges1987 said:

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

That sucks, I have wanted to try the one in Chicago 

I ate at the one in Chicago, but it was before I learned to cook. It was pretty good(at the time). Cool to see them cooking over charcoal in the first floor of a high rise(high to me)

This was in Schaumburg. Crowded, loud, good wine list, over priced, nothing cooked to order at our table, 2 of the 5 were sent back, and actually all could have been. Medium rare can not be cooked on Weber grills, it seems. They did have on display the big expensive one they just brought out, and I goofed around with it.
It was not a worthy adversary.

That blows Ron.  Have walked by the one downtown a few times, never stopped in. 

I played with one recently, prices are already coming down, $500 on both models.  Not even lukewarm at a G.  Gasket is nice though.

I think it needs to come down another $700.00. I was not impressed. Did not have the heft, and although I am sure it was moved around and handled a lot as a display item in the restaurant, every night, by more people than would mess with an egg, it was showing sings of looseness. Not nearly rickety, but definitely more sway.

I felt the same twist and play when opening.  
The one pictured has been used gently as a demo.

Performers are around 400, 500 would be reasonable.  1000 is still a joke.

Gotta disagree my friend. I've used them and they are every bit the rival of an XL (24") in a nest. Maybe better. I just think it's a mistake to conflate weight with overall quality or effectiveness. Comes with a deflector and can cook with the coal in the manner of a kettle or Kamado.  Easier to control just as advertised. Easier to light. Easier to clean. It's flat out an awesome grill. The lid won't ever fall off or crack either. Check out what BBQ maniac has to say. He has them all including the Kamodo Kamado, likes the Weber Summit the best. My 2 cents. That's prolly what they're worth. 

Btw I've heard for many years that the restaurant is sub par. 

Focker

pgprescott said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

theyolksonyou said:

bhedges1987 said:

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

That sucks, I have wanted to try the one in Chicago 

I ate at the one in Chicago, but it was before I learned to cook. It was pretty good(at the time). Cool to see them cooking over charcoal in the first floor of a high rise(high to me)

This was in Schaumburg. Crowded, loud, good wine list, over priced, nothing cooked to order at our table, 2 of the 5 were sent back, and actually all could have been. Medium rare can not be cooked on Weber grills, it seems. They did have on display the big expensive one they just brought out, and I goofed around with it.
It was not a worthy adversary.

That blows Ron.  Have walked by the one downtown a few times, never stopped in. 

I played with one recently, prices are already coming down, $500 on both models.  Not even lukewarm at a G.  Gasket is nice though.

I think it needs to come down another $700.00. I was not impressed. Did not have the heft, and although I am sure it was moved around and handled a lot as a display item in the restaurant, every night, by more people than would mess with an egg, it was showing sings of looseness. Not nearly rickety, but definitely more sway.

I felt the same twist and play when opening.  
The one pictured has been used gently as a demo.

Performers are around 400, 500 would be reasonable.  1000 is still a joke.

Gotta disagree my friend. I've used them and they are every bit the rival of an XL (24") in a nest. Maybe better. I just think it's a mistake to conflate weight with overall quality or effectiveness. Comes with a deflector and can cook with the coal in the manner of a kettle or Kamado.  Easier to control just as advertised. Easier to light. Easier to clean. It's flat out an awesome grill. The lid won't ever fall off or crack either. Check out what BBQ maniac has to say. He has them all including the Kamodo Kamado, likes the Weber Summit the best. My 2 cents. That's prolly what they're worth. 

Btw I've heard for many years that the restaurant is sub par. 

I hear ya.

Like Ronstated, it feels chinsy.
I park my eggs outside 365.
They will be there, same place in 20 years.

Do you think that Summit will make it 20 in those conditions?

My kettles and bullets are babied, and they still rust.

To each their own my friend, but I'd take a new PK over the Summit in a heartbeat.

nolaegghead

johnnyp said:

this weeks Real Sports with Brian Gumble is really good.  

So was last week's, but it didn't go over very well when I posted because apparently lots of people here think it's totally f*ckin' cool for an American reality show host to burn a bunch of locals in an idyllic part of Ireland.   Damn, why do people hate the Irish?  Probably the same reason god invented alcohol - so the Irish wouldn't take over the world.

Ozzie_Isaac

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

theyolksonyou said:

bhedges1987 said:

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

That sucks, I have wanted to try the one in Chicago 

I ate at the one in Chicago, but it was before I learned to cook. It was pretty good(at the time). Cool to see them cooking over charcoal in the first floor of a high rise(high to me)

This was in Schaumburg. Crowded, loud, good wine list, over priced, nothing cooked to order at our table, 2 of the 5 were sent back, and actually all could have been. Medium rare can not be cooked on Weber grills, it seems. They did have on display the big expensive one they just brought out, and I goofed around with it.
It was not a worthy adversary.

That blows Ron.  Have walked by the one downtown a few times, never stopped in. 

I played with one recently, prices are already coming down, $500 on both models.  Not even lukewarm at a G.  Gasket is nice though.

I think it needs to come down another $700.00. I was not impressed. Did not have the heft, and although I am sure it was moved around and handled a lot as a display item in the restaurant, every night, by more people than would mess with an egg, it was showing sings of looseness. Not nearly rickety, but definitely more sway.

I felt the same twist and play when opening.  
The one pictured has been used gently as a demo.

Performers are around 400, 500 would be reasonable.  1000 is still a joke.

For $500, I would buy one.

Ozzie_Isaac

nolaegghead said:

johnnyp said:

this weeks Real Sports with Brian Gumble is really good.  

So was last week's, but it didn't go over very well when I posted because apparently lots of people here think it's totally f*ckin' cool for an American reality show host to burn a bunch of locals in an idyllic part of Ireland.   Damn, why do people hate the Irish?  Probably the same reason god invented alcohol - so the Irish wouldn't take over the world.

What is this show you guys speak of, and who is Brian Gumball.

HeavyG

Ozzie_Isaac said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

theyolksonyou said:

bhedges1987 said:

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

That sucks, I have wanted to try the one in Chicago 

I ate at the one in Chicago, but it was before I learned to cook. It was pretty good(at the time). Cool to see them cooking over charcoal in the first floor of a high rise(high to me)

This was in Schaumburg. Crowded, loud, good wine list, over priced, nothing cooked to order at our table, 2 of the 5 were sent back, and actually all could have been. Medium rare can not be cooked on Weber grills, it seems. They did have on display the big expensive one they just brought out, and I goofed around with it.
It was not a worthy adversary.

That blows Ron.  Have walked by the one downtown a few times, never stopped in. 

I played with one recently, prices are already coming down, $500 on both models.  Not even lukewarm at a G.  Gasket is nice though.

I think it needs to come down another $700.00. I was not impressed. Did not have the heft, and although I am sure it was moved around and handled a lot as a display item in the restaurant, every night, by more people than would mess with an egg, it was showing sings of looseness. Not nearly rickety, but definitely more sway.

I felt the same twist and play when opening.  
The one pictured has been used gently as a demo.

Performers are around 400, 500 would be reasonable.  1000 is still a joke.

For $500, I would buy one.

I'd spend a grand on the Summit Charcoal Grilling Center model and sell my WSM and Kettle on CL. Net cost - $500.

YEMTrey

Just enjoyed watching my UC Bearcats beat the crosstown Xavier Musketeers.  Good game and even better win.
Now lets get Friday over with and on to the weekend!

NPHuskerFL

@HuddleHouseCook helped his Pops unload this RIC. A little TLC & it'll be back in service on our lanai. 

blasting

pgprescott said:  Check out what BBQ maniac has to say. He has them all including the Kamodo Kamado, likes the Weber Summit the best. My 2 cents. That's prolly what they're worth. 

He also has the 27" with a slow and seer (as do I).  He did a head to head and declared it to be a tie.  It produces some the closest q to my stickburner imo.  

His channel is worth checking out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXB_lQYWols&t=562s

YukonRon

pgprescott said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

theyolksonyou said:

bhedges1987 said:

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

That sucks, I have wanted to try the one in Chicago 

I ate at the one in Chicago, but it was before I learned to cook. It was pretty good(at the time). Cool to see them cooking over charcoal in the first floor of a high rise(high to me)

This was in Schaumburg. Crowded, loud, good wine list, over priced, nothing cooked to order at our table, 2 of the 5 were sent back, and actually all could have been. Medium rare can not be cooked on Weber grills, it seems. They did have on display the big expensive one they just brought out, and I goofed around with it.
It was not a worthy adversary.

That blows Ron.  Have walked by the one downtown a few times, never stopped in. 

I played with one recently, prices are already coming down, $500 on both models.  Not even lukewarm at a G.  Gasket is nice though.

I think it needs to come down another $700.00. I was not impressed. Did not have the heft, and although I am sure it was moved around and handled a lot as a display item in the restaurant, every night, by more people than would mess with an egg, it was showing sings of looseness. Not nearly rickety, but definitely more sway.

I felt the same twist and play when opening.  
The one pictured has been used gently as a demo.

Performers are around 400, 500 would be reasonable.  1000 is still a joke.

Gotta disagree my friend. I've used them and they are every bit the rival of an XL (24") in a nest. Maybe better. I just think it's a mistake to conflate weight with overall quality or effectiveness. Comes with a deflector and can cook with the coal in the manner of a kettle or Kamado.  Easier to control just as advertised. Easier to light. Easier to clean. It's flat out an awesome grill. The lid won't ever fall off or crack either. Check out what BBQ maniac has to say. He has them all including the Kamodo Kamado, likes the Weber Summit the best. My 2 cents. That's prolly what they're worth. 

Btw I've heard for many years that the restaurant is sub par. 

You and the Q guy bring the total of people I have conversed with, that own the big Weber to 4. You, and I guess the Q guy, are giving it a thumbs up, the other two I know, not so much.
FWIW, and it should not be much, I have a Weber kettle, and have had it several years before my XL, it is just now showing rust. It stayed outside with a cover. One of the two folks that are not overjoyed with their big Weber, already has corrosion. It stays outside with no cover. I think the problem may be galvanic in nature, due to so many dissimilar metals making contact, as I find it difficult to imagine something coated so well and passavated would start oxidizing due to weather. But who knows, just going by what they told me, as I have not seen it. The corrosion statement was the basis of my opinion. I like my egg better than my Weber (and I loved my Weber), I only use it for cold smoking anymore. 

Ozzie_Isaac

Starting a February resolution.  See how long I can go with only talking food/cooking/grills in all threads except this one (caveat for altruistic threads).

nolaegghead

Ozzie_Isaac said:

Starting a February resolution.  See how long I can go with only talking food/cooking/grills in all threads except this one (caveat for altruistic threads).

We'll keep you honest.  (pssst...I don't think you can do it!)

Every time you break your resolution, I'll post a picture of a spider in a toilet.  Here.

JohnInCarolina

Ozzie_Isaac said:

Starting a February resolution.  See how long I can go with only talking food/cooking/grills in all threads except this one (caveat for altruistic threads).

Don't be a jackass.  

nolaegghead

Just wrapping up a big batch of chili for a chili cook-off tomorrow at work.

Ran a chuck roast through the course die in the meat grinder.  Put some peppers in it and in the SV at 137 for 24 hours.  Drained the liquid into the chili, took out the peppers and put the meat on the side.  I'll add the meat when the chili cools down before going in the fridge tonight.  it's super tender and moist and I want to try to keep it like that.

Anyway, we'll see.  It came out a little hotter than I anticipated. Good flavor.  I added a little nutmeg for the helluvit.

pgprescott

blasting said:

pgprescott said:  Check out what BBQ maniac has to say. He has them all including the Kamodo Kamado, likes the Weber Summit the best. My 2 cents. That's prolly what they're worth. 

He also has the 27" with a slow and seer (as do I).  He did a head to head and declared it to be a tie.  It produces some the closest q to my stickburner imo.  

His channel is worth checking out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXB_lQYWols&t=562s

Keep watching videos. Not even close to the same level of cooking apparatus. You can make great food in all kinds of things, no question. 

pgprescott

YukonRon said:

pgprescott said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

theyolksonyou said:

bhedges1987 said:

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

That sucks, I have wanted to try the one in Chicago 

I ate at the one in Chicago, but it was before I learned to cook. It was pretty good(at the time). Cool to see them cooking over charcoal in the first floor of a high rise(high to me)

This was in Schaumburg. Crowded, loud, good wine list, over priced, nothing cooked to order at our table, 2 of the 5 were sent back, and actually all could have been. Medium rare can not be cooked on Weber grills, it seems. They did have on display the big expensive one they just brought out, and I goofed around with it.
It was not a worthy adversary.

That blows Ron.  Have walked by the one downtown a few times, never stopped in. 

I played with one recently, prices are already coming down, $500 on both models.  Not even lukewarm at a G.  Gasket is nice though.

I think it needs to come down another $700.00. I was not impressed. Did not have the heft, and although I am sure it was moved around and handled a lot as a display item in the restaurant, every night, by more people than would mess with an egg, it was showing sings of looseness. Not nearly rickety, but definitely more sway.

I felt the same twist and play when opening.  
The one pictured has been used gently as a demo.

Performers are around 400, 500 would be reasonable.  1000 is still a joke.

Gotta disagree my friend. I've used them and they are every bit the rival of an XL (24") in a nest. Maybe better. I just think it's a mistake to conflate weight with overall quality or effectiveness. Comes with a deflector and can cook with the coal in the manner of a kettle or Kamado.  Easier to control just as advertised. Easier to light. Easier to clean. It's flat out an awesome grill. The lid won't ever fall off or crack either. Check out what BBQ maniac has to say. He has them all including the Kamodo Kamado, likes the Weber Summit the best. My 2 cents. That's prolly what they're worth. 

Btw I've heard for many years that the restaurant is sub par. 

You and the Q guy bring the total of people I have conversed with, that own the big Weber to 4. You, and I guess the Q guy, are giving it a thumbs up, the other two I know, not so much.
FWIW, and it should not be much, I have a Weber kettle, and have had it several years before my XL, it is just now showing rust. It stayed outside with a cover. One of the two folks that are not overjoyed with their big Weber, already has corrosion. It stays outside with no cover. I think the problem may be galvanic in nature, due to so many dissimilar metals making contact, as I find it difficult to imagine something coated so well and passavated would start oxidizing due to weather. But who knows, just going by what they told me, as I have not seen it. The corrosion statement was the basis of my opinion. I like my egg better than my Weber (and I loved my Weber), I only use it for cold smoking anymore. 

The summit isn't a mere kettle. Anyone who has used it and doesn't like it I would suggest is an amateur outdoor cook at best. It flat out does it all, and well. I'd have to look, but I would bet there is a ten yr warranty on everything. Hell, the cooking grid is about 3/8 stock. It's a tank. You have an apples to oranges situation at your house. I love the simple kettle, but it's no egg. The summit is no simple kettle.   I'm obviously not anti egg by any means. Love em, but the summit is worth every bit as much as an XL in a nest with a PS. The one with the side table is similar to an XL egg in a cart. I find it funny how so many who paid a grand plus for a glorified flower pot would complain about the cost of another cooker. They just can't get the kettle out of their heads. It's like comparing the acorn with the egg. Same thing right? 

JohnInCarolina

I'm at Virginia Tech today, visiting people in the Math department.  I'll be giving a talk this afternoon in their seminar series.   The link is here:

https://www.math.vt.edu/seminars.php

The seminar is free and open to the public, but they probably won't be serving any Q beforehand, so I'll understand if none of y'all come 

YukonRon

pgprescott said:

YukonRon said:

pgprescott said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

theyolksonyou said:

bhedges1987 said:

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

That sucks, I have wanted to try the one in Chicago 

I ate at the one in Chicago, but it was before I learned to cook. It was pretty good(at the time). Cool to see them cooking over charcoal in the first floor of a high rise(high to me)

This was in Schaumburg. Crowded, loud, good wine list, over priced, nothing cooked to order at our table, 2 of the 5 were sent back, and actually all could have been. Medium rare can not be cooked on Weber grills, it seems. They did have on display the big expensive one they just brought out, and I goofed around with it.
It was not a worthy adversary.

That blows Ron.  Have walked by the one downtown a few times, never stopped in. 

I played with one recently, prices are already coming down, $500 on both models.  Not even lukewarm at a G.  Gasket is nice though.

I think it needs to come down another $700.00. I was not impressed. Did not have the heft, and although I am sure it was moved around and handled a lot as a display item in the restaurant, every night, by more people than would mess with an egg, it was showing sings of looseness. Not nearly rickety, but definitely more sway.

I felt the same twist and play when opening.  
The one pictured has been used gently as a demo.

Performers are around 400, 500 would be reasonable.  1000 is still a joke.

Gotta disagree my friend. I've used them and they are every bit the rival of an XL (24") in a nest. Maybe better. I just think it's a mistake to conflate weight with overall quality or effectiveness. Comes with a deflector and can cook with the coal in the manner of a kettle or Kamado.  Easier to control just as advertised. Easier to light. Easier to clean. It's flat out an awesome grill. The lid won't ever fall off or crack either. Check out what BBQ maniac has to say. He has them all including the Kamodo Kamado, likes the Weber Summit the best. My 2 cents. That's prolly what they're worth. 

Btw I've heard for many years that the restaurant is sub par. 

You and the Q guy bring the total of people I have conversed with, that own the big Weber to 4. You, and I guess the Q guy, are giving it a thumbs up, the other two I know, not so much.
FWIW, and it should not be much, I have a Weber kettle, and have had it several years before my XL, it is just now showing rust. It stayed outside with a cover. One of the two folks that are not overjoyed with their big Weber, already has corrosion. It stays outside with no cover. I think the problem may be galvanic in nature, due to so many dissimilar metals making contact, as I find it difficult to imagine something coated so well and passavated would start oxidizing due to weather. But who knows, just going by what they told me, as I have not seen it. The corrosion statement was the basis of my opinion. I like my egg better than my Weber (and I loved my Weber), I only use it for cold smoking anymore. 

The summit isn't a mere kettle. Anyone who has used it and doesn't like it I would suggest is an amateur outdoor cook at best. It flat out does it all, and well. I'd have to look, but I would bet there is a ten yr warranty on everything. Hell, the cooking grid is about 3/8 stock. It's a tank. You have an apples to oranges situation at your house. I love the simple kettle, but it's no egg. The summit is no simple kettle.   I'm obviously not anti egg by any means. Love em, but the summit is worth every bit as much as an XL in a nest with a PS. The one with the side table is similar to an XL egg in a cart. I find it funny how so many who paid a grand plus for a glorified flower pot would complain about the cost of another cooker. They just can't get the kettle out of their heads. It's like comparing the acorn with the egg. Same thing right? 

Add that to the list about me. Crazy, huh? Lack of skills with my glorified flower pot. I got that going for me. 
Look, there is no reason you need to justify to me or anyone your decision to purchase a Summit. Like you said you can turn out a good meal on anything, and you have proven your point by doing so with a glorified Weber kettle grill. As stated before, my opinion was formed based on the "not so much" opinion of two "amatures at best" who own them, and specifically one that told me it is showing corrosion. 10 year warranty is great, and good for you, glad that you have it, I kinda like my lifetime warranty too.
Kind of apples and oranges, I know.
I am sure the capabilities are equal in every aspect, as you say, except perhaps the warranty, but that may never become an issue for you.
I might try one myself if they come out with a different size version than the the two glorified flower pots I own.
I am in the market for a medium.

pgprescott

YukonRon said:

pgprescott said:

YukonRon said:

pgprescott said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

theyolksonyou said:

bhedges1987 said:

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

That sucks, I have wanted to try the one in Chicago 

I ate at the one in Chicago, but it was before I learned to cook. It was pretty good(at the time). Cool to see them cooking over charcoal in the first floor of a high rise(high to me)

This was in Schaumburg. Crowded, loud, good wine list, over priced, nothing cooked to order at our table, 2 of the 5 were sent back, and actually all could have been. Medium rare can not be cooked on Weber grills, it seems. They did have on display the big expensive one they just brought out, and I goofed around with it.
It was not a worthy adversary.

That blows Ron.  Have walked by the one downtown a few times, never stopped in. 

I played with one recently, prices are already coming down, $500 on both models.  Not even lukewarm at a G.  Gasket is nice though.

I think it needs to come down another $700.00. I was not impressed. Did not have the heft, and although I am sure it was moved around and handled a lot as a display item in the restaurant, every night, by more people than would mess with an egg, it was showing sings of looseness. Not nearly rickety, but definitely more sway.

I felt the same twist and play when opening.  
The one pictured has been used gently as a demo.

Performers are around 400, 500 would be reasonable.  1000 is still a joke.

Gotta disagree my friend. I've used them and they are every bit the rival of an XL (24") in a nest. Maybe better. I just think it's a mistake to conflate weight with overall quality or effectiveness. Comes with a deflector and can cook with the coal in the manner of a kettle or Kamado.  Easier to control just as advertised. Easier to light. Easier to clean. It's flat out an awesome grill. The lid won't ever fall off or crack either. Check out what BBQ maniac has to say. He has them all including the Kamodo Kamado, likes the Weber Summit the best. My 2 cents. That's prolly what they're worth. 

Btw I've heard for many years that the restaurant is sub par. 

You and the Q guy bring the total of people I have conversed with, that own the big Weber to 4. You, and I guess the Q guy, are giving it a thumbs up, the other two I know, not so much.
FWIW, and it should not be much, I have a Weber kettle, and have had it several years before my XL, it is just now showing rust. It stayed outside with a cover. One of the two folks that are not overjoyed with their big Weber, already has corrosion. It stays outside with no cover. I think the problem may be galvanic in nature, due to so many dissimilar metals making contact, as I find it difficult to imagine something coated so well and passavated would start oxidizing due to weather. But who knows, just going by what they told me, as I have not seen it. The corrosion statement was the basis of my opinion. I like my egg better than my Weber (and I loved my Weber), I only use it for cold smoking anymore. 

The summit isn't a mere kettle. Anyone who has used it and doesn't like it I would suggest is an amateur outdoor cook at best. It flat out does it all, and well. I'd have to look, but I would bet there is a ten yr warranty on everything. Hell, the cooking grid is about 3/8 stock. It's a tank. You have an apples to oranges situation at your house. I love the simple kettle, but it's no egg. The summit is no simple kettle.   I'm obviously not anti egg by any means. Love em, but the summit is worth every bit as much as an XL in a nest with a PS. The one with the side table is similar to an XL egg in a cart. I find it funny how so many who paid a grand plus for a glorified flower pot would complain about the cost of another cooker. They just can't get the kettle out of their heads. It's like comparing the acorn with the egg. Same thing right? 

Add that to the list about me. Crazy, huh? Lack of skills with my glorified flower pot. I got that going for me. 
Look, there is no reason you need to justify to me or anyone your decision to purchase a Summit. Like you said you can turn out a good meal on anything, and you have proven your point by doing so with a glorified Weber kettle grill. As stated before, my opinion was formed based on the "not so much" opinion of two "amatures at best" who own them, and specifically one that told me it is showing corrosion. 10 year warranty is great, and good for you, glad that you have it, I kinda like my lifetime warranty too.
Kind of apples and oranges, I know.
I am sure the capabilities are equal in every aspect, as you say, except perhaps the warranty, but that may never become an issue for you.
I might try one myself if they come out with a different size version than the the two glorified flower pots I own.
I am in the market for a medium.

Well, you took that a little harshly. I just meant that it doesn't deserve all the negative comments. It's not an overpriced kettle. As an egg owner I just thought you would be aware of what others might say about the price of the egg, thus the glorified flower pot comment. I've heard those comments plenty of times from people who don't know what they're missing imo. Anyway, I apologize for offending you. 

johnnyp

@pgprescott Does that price say reg $1500?  At launch, were they north of $2000?  At some point I got it in my head that they were significantly more expensive.  Still haven't seen one up close.

pgprescott

johnnyp said:

@pgprescott Does that price say reg $1500?  At launch, were they north of $2000?  At some point I got it in my head that they were significantly more expensive.  Still haven't seen one up close.

1500 for the stand alone. 2k for the table model. 

YukonRon

pgprescott said:

YukonRon said:

pgprescott said:

YukonRon said:

pgprescott said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

Focker said:

YukonRon said:

theyolksonyou said:

bhedges1987 said:

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

That sucks, I have wanted to try the one in Chicago 

I ate at the one in Chicago, but it was before I learned to cook. It was pretty good(at the time). Cool to see them cooking over charcoal in the first floor of a high rise(high to me)

This was in Schaumburg. Crowded, loud, good wine list, over priced, nothing cooked to order at our table, 2 of the 5 were sent back, and actually all could have been. Medium rare can not be cooked on Weber grills, it seems. They did have on display the big expensive one they just brought out, and I goofed around with it.
It was not a worthy adversary.

That blows Ron.  Have walked by the one downtown a few times, never stopped in. 

I played with one recently, prices are already coming down, $500 on both models.  Not even lukewarm at a G.  Gasket is nice though.

I think it needs to come down another $700.00. I was not impressed. Did not have the heft, and although I am sure it was moved around and handled a lot as a display item in the restaurant, every night, by more people than would mess with an egg, it was showing sings of looseness. Not nearly rickety, but definitely more sway.

I felt the same twist and play when opening.  
The one pictured has been used gently as a demo.

Performers are around 400, 500 would be reasonable.  1000 is still a joke.

Gotta disagree my friend. I've used them and they are every bit the rival of an XL (24") in a nest. Maybe better. I just think it's a mistake to conflate weight with overall quality or effectiveness. Comes with a deflector and can cook with the coal in the manner of a kettle or Kamado.  Easier to control just as advertised. Easier to light. Easier to clean. It's flat out an awesome grill. The lid won't ever fall off or crack either. Check out what BBQ maniac has to say. He has them all including the Kamodo Kamado, likes the Weber Summit the best. My 2 cents. That's prolly what they're worth. 

Btw I've heard for many years that the restaurant is sub par. 

You and the Q guy bring the total of people I have conversed with, that own the big Weber to 4. You, and I guess the Q guy, are giving it a thumbs up, the other two I know, not so much.
FWIW, and it should not be much, I have a Weber kettle, and have had it several years before my XL, it is just now showing rust. It stayed outside with a cover. One of the two folks that are not overjoyed with their big Weber, already has corrosion. It stays outside with no cover. I think the problem may be galvanic in nature, due to so many dissimilar metals making contact, as I find it difficult to imagine something coated so well and passavated would start oxidizing due to weather. But who knows, just going by what they told me, as I have not seen it. The corrosion statement was the basis of my opinion. I like my egg better than my Weber (and I loved my Weber), I only use it for cold smoking anymore. 

The summit isn't a mere kettle. Anyone who has used it and doesn't like it I would suggest is an amateur outdoor cook at best. It flat out does it all, and well. I'd have to look, but I would bet there is a ten yr warranty on everything. Hell, the cooking grid is about 3/8 stock. It's a tank. You have an apples to oranges situation at your house. I love the simple kettle, but it's no egg. The summit is no simple kettle.   I'm obviously not anti egg by any means. Love em, but the summit is worth every bit as much as an XL in a nest with a PS. The one with the side table is similar to an XL egg in a cart. I find it funny how so many who paid a grand plus for a glorified flower pot would complain about the cost of another cooker. They just can't get the kettle out of their heads. It's like comparing the acorn with the egg. Same thing right? 

Add that to the list about me. Crazy, huh? Lack of skills with my glorified flower pot. I got that going for me. 
Look, there is no reason you need to justify to me or anyone your decision to purchase a Summit. Like you said you can turn out a good meal on anything, and you have proven your point by doing so with a glorified Weber kettle grill. As stated before, my opinion was formed based on the "not so much" opinion of two "amatures at best" who own them, and specifically one that told me it is showing corrosion. 10 year warranty is great, and good for you, glad that you have it, I kinda like my lifetime warranty too.
Kind of apples and oranges, I know.
I am sure the capabilities are equal in every aspect, as you say, except perhaps the warranty, but that may never become an issue for you.
I might try one myself if they come out with a different size version than the the two glorified flower pots I own.
I am in the market for a medium.

Well, you took that a little harshly. I just meant that it doesn't deserve all the negative comments. It's not an overpriced kettle. As an egg owner I just thought you would be aware of what others might say about the price of the egg, thus the glorified flower pot comment. I've heard those comments plenty of times from people who don't know what they're missing imo. Anyway, I apologize for offending you. 

Not offended my friend, just havin' fun on a Friday morning. I get pictures from my friends, all of the time, making jokes that I own a couple Webber's, and a couple eggs. They send me pics of flower pots with a Weber lid on it.
I delete them.
Peace

bgebrent

JohnInCarolina said:

I'm at Virginia Tech today, visiting people in the Math department.  I'll be giving a talk this afternoon in their seminar series.   The link is here:

https://www.math.vt.edu/seminars.php

The seminar is free and open to the public, but they probably won't be serving any Q beforehand, so I'll understand if none of y'all come 

Good luck John!  Next time demand the Q as a part of your speaking fee/deal.

lousubcap

@YukonRon  - Brownsboro hardware and paint has had (and may still save on-hand) both of the Summit models.  I have had food cooked off the Summit at a couple of their promo events and as you note-a good cook can get good groceries off any device.  
The construction of the Summit is definitely first rate and it does have quite a cooking and included accessories package.  Not gonna get into a Weber vs BGE deal here-when the Summit first hit the street it was clear to me that they were taking aim at the XLBGE with respect to cooking size, features and price point.  They definitely wanted to get into the "kamado craze" that is happening but no doubt the arrival of the Summit had been in the works for several years. 
I was giving the Summit a serious look but wanted to wait to see how it did in the winter.  By the time that happened the stick burner insanity had won so I went in another direction.  FWIW-

lousubcap

@JohnInCarolina -  You need to work with your scheduler:  Friday at 4 PM-you must be a great draw to get that slot .  Skip the Q - time for Happy Hour during the presentation.  

Acn

bgebrent said:

JohnInCarolina said:

I'm at Virginia Tech today, visiting people in the Math department.  I'll be giving a talk this afternoon in their seminar series.   The link is here:

https://www.math.vt.edu/seminars.php

The seminar is free and open to the public, but they probably won't be serving any Q beforehand, so I'll understand if none of y'all come 

Good luck John!  Next time demand the Q as a part of your speaking fee/deal.

I wouldn't make a blanket statement like that, his next speaking engagement might be in Boston and BBQ there wouldn't be an enticement.

bgebrent

Acn said:

bgebrent said:

JohnInCarolina said:

I'm at Virginia Tech today, visiting people in the Math department.  I'll be giving a talk this afternoon in their seminar series.   The link is here:

https://www.math.vt.edu/seminars.php

The seminar is free and open to the public, but they probably won't be serving any Q beforehand, so I'll understand if none of y'all come 

Good luck John!  Next time demand the Q as a part of your speaking fee/deal.

I wouldn't make a blanket statement like that, his next speaking engagement might be in Boston and BBQ there wouldn't be an enticement.

John's not too bright but he should be smart enough to pivot on the above advice.  Think lobster rolls brother 

northGAcock

YukonRon said:

Not Great.

Over the years, I have had some decent one at the location near Downers Grove. Not sure if that one is the same one you ate at Ron. (Sorry, I don't know the geography up there very well.) The last time up was in Chicago (city) I did eat at the one downtown. I had chicken instead of steak....which was actually good. Those at my table however had steak....and were disappointed as well. I have to think that they have tried to keep at a price point...and have lowered their quality of beef.....but overdone in my book is the talent of the kitchen staff. 

JethroVA

@JohnInCarolina I've been having trouble with my prafts and other surfactant issues.  Good thing i know who to call now!