Share your photos by tagging us and using the hashtag #BigGreenEgg.
Want to see how the EGG is made? Click to Watch
Pretty stoked!
![JerseyEgger](https://us.v-cdn.net/5017260/uploads/userpics/LUX68S6N1S2T/nL3AJ3U9J5LEU.jpg)
Comments
-
So you have to trek this thing a 100 yds to cook? If so, you don't want to carry a MM that far. I'd look for something lighter (Joe Jr). Personally, I went for the Joe Jr for price and for lightness. I like the stand too better than the MM.
Are you dead set on a kamado? Why not something like a Weber Jumbo Joe? You get a larger area to cook on too.------------------------------
Thomasville, NC
My YouTube Channel - The Hungry Hussey
Instagram
Facebook
My Photography Site -
tarheelmatt said:So you have to trek this thing a 100 yds to cook? If so, you don't want to carry a MM that far. I'd look for something lighter (Joe Jr). Personally, I went for the Joe Jr for price and for lightness. I like the stand too better than the MM.
Are you dead set on a kamado? Why not something like a Weber Jumbo Joe? You get a larger area to cook on too.
Agree, if its gonna be a year or so and then you are in a house. Just wait to get an egg. Weber Jumbo Joe has my vote also. Or maybe if you want a kamado an Acorn Jr.Rockwall, Tx LBGE, Minimax, 22" Blackstone, Pizza Party Bollore. Cast Iron Hoarder.
-
I will 3rd the Weber Kettle. I just have a feeling your manager might catch enough heat to change her mind. Rather just have $70 or so invested until you are into a house. The KJ jr is so close in weight to Mini Max and Small BGE it changes nothing as far as weight goes. I honestly think my KJ jr is heavier than my Small BGE and I know it's heavier than my Mini Max.
The place that you are allowed to cook, do you have to bring a table as well.
Will get old very fast having to cook off the ground.
Is the area secure. Are you going to have to stand there the entire time you are cooking? So many other factors that "we" don't know.Thank you,DarianGalveston Texas -
Photo Egg said:I will 3rd the Weber Kettle. I just have a feeling your manager might catch enough heat to change her mind. Rather just have $70 or so invested until you are into a house. The KJ jr is so close in weight to Mini Max and Small BGE it changes nothing as far as weight goes. I honestly think my KJ jr is heavier than my Small BGE and I know it's heavier than my Mini Max.
The place that you are allowed to cook, do you have to bring a table as well.
Will get old very fast having to cook off the ground.
Is the area secure. Are you going to have to stand there the entire time you are cooking? So many other factors that "we" don't know.------------------------------
Thomasville, NC
My YouTube Channel - The Hungry Hussey
Instagram
Facebook
My Photography Site -
tarheelmatt said:So you have to trek this thing a 100 yds to cook? If so, you don't want to carry a MM that far. I'd look for something lighter (Joe Jr). Personally, I went for the Joe Jr for price and for lightness. I like the stand too better than the MM.
Are you dead set on a kamado? Why not something like a Weber Jumbo Joe? You get a larger area to cook on too.Yeah I really want a Kamado. It's so versatile. Not sure you saw in my post, but I have one of those square four wheeled furniture dollies. I figured I'd just put it on that to roll it out. This could be my inexperience with the Weber kettles, but the short time I had one, I really struggled with temp. If I need to take something 100 yards out I don't want to wast my time struggling with temp. I am an egghead at heart, but haven't ruled out the Joe Jr for the reasons everyone already state (Weight and cost).
-Eddie -
Photo Egg said:I will 3rd the Weber Kettle. I just have a feeling your manager might catch enough heat to change her mind. Rather just have $70 or so invested until you are into a house. The KJ jr is so close in weight to Mini Max and Small BGE it changes nothing as far as weight goes. I honestly think my KJ jr is heavier than my Small BGE and I know it's heavier than my Mini Max.
The place that you are allowed to cook, do you have to bring a table as well.
Will get old very fast having to cook off the ground.
Is the area secure. Are you going to have to stand there the entire time you are cooking? So many other factors that "we" don't know.There's no table. I would do prep inside and just bring the prepped food out. No I won't have to stand out there. Linear distance is a lot less, it's just walking distance is longer. This is good because WiFi reaches so I could get something like a Cyber Q to monitor temps. Manager didn't seem worried about any flack other than it being stored outside on the porch. So suggested the storage closet. I would be using it on the weekend for longer cooks like butt, brisket, chicken and ribs. It wouldn't be for quick steaks. That would definitely get old real quick. But you guys got me thinking though.-Eddie -
JerseyEgger said:tarheelmatt said:So you have to trek this thing a 100 yds to cook? If so, you don't want to carry a MM that far. I'd look for something lighter (Joe Jr). Personally, I went for the Joe Jr for price and for lightness. I like the stand too better than the MM.
Are you dead set on a kamado? Why not something like a Weber Jumbo Joe? You get a larger area to cook on too.Yeah I really want a Kamado. It's so versatile. Not sure you saw in my post, but I have one of those square four wheeled furniture dollies. I figured I'd just put it on that to roll it out. This could be my inexperience with the Weber kettles, but the short time I had one, I really struggled with temp. If I need to take something 100 yards out I don't want to wast my time struggling with temp. I am an egghead at heart, but haven't ruled out the Joe Jr for the reasons everyone already state (Weight and cost).
Carry on playa! You got this.
I do not know of any "deals" except for Eggfests and they usually post prices beforehand.------------------------------
Thomasville, NC
My YouTube Channel - The Hungry Hussey
Instagram
Facebook
My Photography Site -
tarheelmatt said:JerseyEgger said:tarheelmatt said:So you have to trek this thing a 100 yds to cook? If so, you don't want to carry a MM that far. I'd look for something lighter (Joe Jr). Personally, I went for the Joe Jr for price and for lightness. I like the stand too better than the MM.
Are you dead set on a kamado? Why not something like a Weber Jumbo Joe? You get a larger area to cook on too.Yeah I really want a Kamado. It's so versatile. Not sure you saw in my post, but I have one of those square four wheeled furniture dollies. I figured I'd just put it on that to roll it out. This could be my inexperience with the Weber kettles, but the short time I had one, I really struggled with temp. If I need to take something 100 yards out I don't want to wast my time struggling with temp. I am an egghead at heart, but haven't ruled out the Joe Jr for the reasons everyone already state (Weight and cost).
Carry on playa! You got this.
I do not know of any "deals" except for Eggfests and they usually post prices beforehand.
-Eddie -
I love my Akorn Jr and it's lighter than the Mini as I recall. But I wouldn't want to lug it 100 yards and back every time I wanted to use it.
You could get a small egg with nest and replace the casters with some large diameter wheels and maybe a Nest Handler (though I don't know if the Handler would be necessary with those wheels).
Or a MMax and a Radio Flyer.
or maybe...
One other thing... if your utility closet is part of a building where people live, carbon monoxide could be a concern. Unless you remove the charcoal after every cook.I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!
MichaelCentral Connecticut -
If I had to hump something that far I'd go with a kettle or an Akorn Jr.On the other hand, if I was concerned about someone stealing my grill I'd possibly opt for an XL just to make it a bit more difficult for them.P.S. - the KJ Jr. is actually lighter than both the MiniMax and the Small.“Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” ― Philip K. Diçk
-
tarheelmatt said:Photo Egg said:I will 3rd the Weber Kettle. I just have a feeling your manager might catch enough heat to change her mind. Rather just have $70 or so invested until you are into a house. The KJ jr is so close in weight to Mini Max and Small BGE it changes nothing as far as weight goes. I honestly think my KJ jr is heavier than my Small BGE and I know it's heavier than my Mini Max.
The place that you are allowed to cook, do you have to bring a table as well.
Will get old very fast having to cook off the ground.
Is the area secure. Are you going to have to stand there the entire time you are cooking? So many other factors that "we" don't know.
But I also think my Kamado Big Joe is way heavier than my XL BGE and both have 24" cooking grate. I struggled to to get the Big Joe Dome in place by myself. I have done my BGE XL many times with no major issue with weight.
Did you actually weigh them or going by posted weight on web?Thank you,DarianGalveston Texas -
Where are you in NJ? The Woodbridge Walmart has the Akorn Jr for $82.
https://brickseek.com/walmart-inventory-checker?sku=52497353
I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!
MichaelCentral Connecticut -
Yeah so I got home from work and I walked in and out a few times. I can see it being a mega pain after the first or second cook.This thread basically went like this:1. Man I'm super stoked! Can't wait throw on a butt!2. Alright cool, the community is throwing out some good thoughts here!3. Hmmmmmm I wonder if this is really a good idea???4. Son of a bull colon, this is gonna be a huge hassle!Ughhh dare I consider an electric smoker, which I CAN keep on my porch? Next June can't come soon enough.-Eddie
-
Carolina Q said:Where are you in NJ? The Woodbridge Walmart has the Akorn Jr for $82.
https://brickseek.com/walmart-inventory-checker?sku=52497353
-Eddie -
Try an Alton Brown flower pot smoker (Google it). No high heat cooks, but it's great for smoking butts and such. Electric hot plate and a cake pan filled with wood chunks.
I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!
MichaelCentral Connecticut -
Carolina Q said:Try an Alton Brown flower pot smoker (Google it). No high heat cooks, but it's great for smoking butts and such. Electric hot plate and a cake pan filled with wood chunks.
-Eddie -
If you decide to try the flower pot, get a higher wattage hot plate. Mine was 750 watts and it was fine in the summer. Couldn't keep up with Connecticut's winter temps though.
I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!
MichaelCentral Connecticut -
A 100 yards is a pretty good clip to be pushing a furniture dolly. I’d recommend doing a test run with some weight before you go buy an egg. Your enthusiasm is likely to wane after a couple of runs.
-
I've seen a few of these being used at competitions. Not as their main smoking unit but used for their own personal use during the comp. It might fit your criteria. Under $500 and could probably be bolted down to something that makes it a little more portable than ceramic.
https://youtu.be/bvRMc9aWr_0
"The pig is an amazing animal. You feed a pig an apple and it makes bacon. Let's see Michael Phelps do that" - Jim Gaffigan
Minnesota -
WeberWho said:I've seen a few of these being used at competitions. Not as their main smoking unit but used for their own personal use during the comp. It might fit your criteria. Under $500 and could probably be bolted down to something that makes it a little more portable than ceramic.
-Eddie -
Wassi's in Melbourne, FL sells the Minimax for $399 everyday all day. Keep looking; there has to be some good pricing out there.=======================================
XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP
Tampa Bay, FL
EIB 6 Oct 95 -
thetrim said:Wassi's in Melbourne, FL sells the Minimax for $399 everyday all day. Keep looking; there has to be some good pricing out there.
-Eddie -
JerseyEgger said:...I'm gonna give Carolina Q's suggestion a shot with the flower pot. I can do that right on my porch. If it holds me over to June to be able to do low and slow product, it will work.
I'm almost tempted to suggest using your oven. I've done butts in the oven when visiting Mom (no egg there). It's not as good, but it's not bad either. Got raves at Mom's 100th birthday party, though no BBQ connoisseurs present.And you'll want to clean the oven afterward. At least try one to see if you like it (use a rack over a drip pan!).
Good luck.I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!
MichaelCentral Connecticut -
Carolina Q said:JerseyEgger said:...I'm gonna give Carolina Q's suggestion a shot with the flower pot. I can do that right on my porch. If it holds me over to June to be able to do low and slow product, it will work.
I'm almost tempted to suggest using your oven. I've done butts in the oven when visiting Mom (no egg there). It's not as good, but it's not bad either. Got raves at Mom's 100th birthday party, though no BBQ connoisseurs present.And you'll want to clean the oven afterward. At least try one to see if you like it (use a rack over a drip pan!).
Good luck.
-Eddie -
JerseyEgger said:Carolina Q said:JerseyEgger said:...I'm gonna give Carolina Q's suggestion a shot with the flower pot. I can do that right on my porch. If it holds me over to June to be able to do low and slow product, it will work.
I'm almost tempted to suggest using your oven. I've done butts in the oven when visiting Mom (no egg there). It's not as good, but it's not bad either. Got raves at Mom's 100th birthday party, though no BBQ connoisseurs present.And you'll want to clean the oven afterward. At least try one to see if you like it (use a rack over a drip pan!).
Good luck.Marshall in Beautiful Fruit Cove, FL.
MiniMax 04/17
Unofficial BGE MiniMax Evangelist
Facebook Big Green Egg MiniMax Owners Group -
thetrim said:Wassi's in Melbourne, FL sells the Minimax for $399 everyday all day. Keep looking; there has to be some good pricing out there.Marshall in Beautiful Fruit Cove, FL.
MiniMax 04/17
Unofficial BGE MiniMax Evangelist
Facebook Big Green Egg MiniMax Owners Group
Categories
- All Categories
- 183K EggHead Forum
- 15.7K Forum List
- 460 EGGtoberfest
- 1.9K Forum Feedback
- 10.3K Off Topic
- 2.2K EGG Table Forum
- 1 Rules & Disclaimer
- 9K Cookbook
- 12 Valentines Day
- 91 Holiday Recipes
- 223 Appetizers
- 517 Baking
- 2.5K Beef
- 88 Desserts
- 167 Lamb
- 2.4K Pork
- 1.5K Poultry
- 31 Salads and Dressings
- 320 Sauces, Rubs, Marinades
- 543 Seafood
- 175 Sides
- 121 Soups, Stews, Chilis
- 37 Vegetarian
- 102 Vegetables
- 314 Health
- 293 Weight Loss Forum