Nest options for LBGE?

caliking

The EggCrate I slapped together when I first got the LBGE looks like its days are numbered. I had thought I would get a nest and handler, but now I see there are a few options. I'd appreciate any feedback from folks who have their eggs set-up with any of the following:

1. Nest with old style handler - Still leaning towards this. I can probably pick up a nest on CL for a reasonable price, after folks have built tables for the eggs they got over Xmas.

2. New IntEGGrated Nest + Handler. Looks like a shopping cart,  and I may need the new bands for this to work.

3. Modular Nest - I kind of like this option, but the footprint is larger than the rolling nest.

Photo Egg

Even older bolt on handler will not work with some older bands. So many little changes it's tough to keep up.

This is not a bad deal and maybe they will come down some.
https://houston.craigslist.org/hsh/d/tomball-big-green-egg-integgrated-nest/7034684131.html

kl8ton

My Large is just over 9 years old.  I have the nest that came with it.  No handler.  It gets rolled around somewhat frequently.  I feel it is a matter of time before I slip, or a caster hits a pebble, or someone else moves the egg and she tips over. 

I have thought about this for a while, and when I do it, I will put the new bands on with the new nest handler.  Good luck with your decision!  

pgprescott

No bad choices. I think the bands aren’t an issue? Not 100% though. There are work arounds if they are. 

buzd504

The new bands are nice.  I'd consider getting those too.

caliking

Photo Egg said:

Even older bolt on handler will not work with some older bands. So many little changes it's tough to keep up.

This is not a bad deal and maybe they will come down some.
https://houston.craigslist.org/hsh/d/tomball-big-green-egg-integgrated-nest/7034684131.html

I found that one too. Just trying to come to terms with the grocery cart look before I drive out there  

caliking

buzd504 said:

The new bands are nice.  I'd consider getting those too.

I've considered getting new bands. Do you feel the decreased angle of opening the lid makes any difference?

frazzdaddy

caliking said:

The EggCrate I slapped together when I first got the LBGE looks like its days are numbered. I had thought I would get a nest and handler, but now I see there are a few options. I'd appreciate any feedback from folks who have their eggs set-up with any of the following:

1. Nest with old style handler - Still leaning towards this. I can probably pick up a nest on CL for a reasonable price, after folks have built tables for the eggs they got over Xmas.

2. New IntEGGrated Nest + Handler. Looks like a shopping cart,  and I may need the new bands for this to work.

3. Modular Nest - I kind of like this option, but the footprint is larger than the rolling nest.

@caliking I have one you are welcome to sir. I can ship it to you. I think I have a cover too.

caliking

@frazzdaddy - sweet! PM sent.

buzd504

caliking said:

buzd504 said:

The new bands are nice.  I'd consider getting those too.

I've considered getting new bands. Do you feel the decreased angle of opening the lid makes any difference?

I haven't had any problems, and that's using an AR with an extender. 

fishlessman

caliking said:

buzd504 said:

The new bands are nice.  I'd consider getting those too.

I've considered getting new bands. Do you feel the decreased angle of opening the lid makes any difference?

my eggs sit on the ground, no nest or table, theres a problem bending way down low to see the food in that situation. thinking bge didnt think of my egg when designing that band

g37

Have u seen the Cuna cart it’s made by Smoken products. This cart looks durable and would roll really nicely.  I was just about to buy one for my egg but I sold my egg.  

stlcharcoal

There's a cool one made down in TX......met the people at HPB.  @tjv sells them at CGS.  

https://ceramicgrillstore.com/collections/big-green-egg-large-accessories-by-ceramic-grill-store/products/cuna-cart-for-big-green-egg

caliking

Those do look pretty robust @stlcharcoal an @g37.

caliking

fishlessman said:

caliking said:

buzd504 said:

The new bands are nice.  I'd consider getting those too.

I've considered getting new bands. Do you feel the decreased angle of opening the lid makes any difference?

my eggs sit on the ground, no nest or table, theres a problem bending way down low to see the food in that situation. thinking bge didnt think of my egg when designing that band

You got the "we're gonna make you workout for your food" model

nolaegghead

Nothin you can't fix with a few hard pipe-hittin' honkys and a blowtorch.

Mickey

I would (and do) keep my three in nest with handlers (well two with handlers). . Just so easy to transport or move around. Keep the options open. 

frazzdaddy

nolaegghead said:

Nothin you can't fix with a few hard pipe-hittin' honkys and a blowtorch.

top five

brimee

I really like my Cuna from Smoken Products, I sold my brother on it too. Very good for moving your Egg around on uneven surfaces, very stable.

caliking

@Mickey I'm almost certain that you're the one who initially sold me on the idea of the nest handler. 

Mickey

caliking said:

@Mickey I'm almost certain that you're the one who initially sold me on the idea of the nest handler. 

I have pushed them for lots of years. 

littlerascal56

The Cuna looks pretty HD.  If you have a welder/buddy, you could have one fabricated for what I spent in materials ($150) for mine, which has 8” flat free Marathon casters.

Gulfcoastguy

stlcharcoal said:

There's a cool one made down in TX......met the people at HPB.  @tjv sells them at CGS.  

https://ceramicgrillstore.com/collections/big-green-egg-large-accessories-by-ceramic-grill-store/products/cuna-cart-for-big-green-egg

Thanks for posting this. I plan to upgrade to a large in the coming year and was wondering how to mount it. This doesn’t look like it is band dependent and like it could roll into a trailer for travel.

DoubleEgger

Trust your gut and go cheap. I found a nest/handler for my XL for $1 on Facebook Marketplace.  

caliking

DoubleEgger said:

Trust your gut and go cheap. I found a nest/handler for my XL for $1 on Facebook Marketplace.  

Man, trust me, you don't have to tell me twice to go cheap The Cuna cart does look like a good option though. Its the rounded/roly poly look I can't get past.

caliking

That's a sweet nest you fabbed up, @littlerascal56. I'll look into those casters. I have pneumatic wheels from HF on my large and small eggs, but they lose air. 

Yno

My XL has been in a nest with handler since I bought it. My patio is made up of three foot cement squares separated by 2" boards and is quite uneven. I have no problem moving the Egg around. However, I learned from the forum that you always pull it, never push it.

fishlessman

i kinda like the square box one, easy to set up folding tables off the side, big crowd big table, small table for family needs

craigsotheregg

I went with the new integgrated nest and handler. I’ve had it since May. It rolls around nicely on my patio. The handle is large and I feel that is sturdy enough. 

AnothaStolenGenrator

Mine just sits on the ground.  Under the bridge here.

caliking

@craigsotheregg how big are the casters? Sounds like it rolls well on those pavers. My patio is flagstone and so it's not an even smooth surface.