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Mini Max vs. Mini

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  • odie91
    odie91 Posts: 541
    Dang you guys are relentless when it comes to bashing big craig lol.   Have to say, as a mini owner, I would go with mm if I could.  Wasn't offered at the time I bought my mini though.  
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  • Big_Green_Craig
    Big_Green_Craig Posts: 1,578
    I've cooked on a Mini a couple times. If I had to choose between the Mini and Max, I would pick the Max just due to the extra room. Just my opinion. 
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  • THEBuckeye
    THEBuckeye Posts: 4,232
    odie91 said:
    Dang you guys are relentless when it comes to bashing big craig lol.   Have to say, as a mini owner, I would go with mm if I could.  Wasn't offered at the time I bought my mini though.  


    @BigGreenCraig is a good sport not to mention he makes killer fries. 
    New Albany, Ohio 

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  • stompbox
    stompbox Posts: 729
    edited May 2016
    stompbox said:
    I am going to get a mini, already decided on that. This thread just pushed me over the edge. :)
    Just an update I should be picking up a Mini tomorrow.   Thanks a lot guys....... (it is easier if I just blame you guys)
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  • northGAcock
    northGAcock Posts: 15,173
    stompbox said:
    stompbox said:
    I am going to get a mini, already decided on that. This thread just pushed me over the edge. :)
    Just an update I should be picking up a Mini tomorrow.   Thanks a lot guys....... (it is easier if I just blame you guys)
    Congrats on the little guy. Geter dirty!
    Ellijay GA with a Medium & MiniMax

    Well, I married me a wife, she's been trouble all my life,
    Run me out in the cold rain and snow
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  • Jupiter Jim
    Jupiter Jim Posts: 3,351
    Hello Hello Hello, Big Green Craig has an opinion and it is what it is..... He was giving his opinion as requested and some of us did not like it or agree with it. I have never met Big Green Craig and someday I hope I do meet him, because he is a very accomplished BGE Chef and I'm always looking to learn from others. I have been learning from the forum for 9 years tried many recipes that others liked and I thought were not so good and more often than not they are very good. So cut him some slack if you don't agree with his opinion it's OK just let it go. I tell tasters at Eggfest all the time if you like what I have cooked please tell me and if not just move along! It is in jest though, please tell me if you don't like something I have cooked so I can improve. Let's all just share our knowledge of preparing and cooking some awesome food on some kind of a Kamado!

    I'm only hungry when I'm awake!

    Okeechobee FL. Winter

    West Jefferson NC Summer

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  • northGAcock
    northGAcock Posts: 15,173
    Jupiter Jim said:
    Hello Hello Hello, Big Green Craig has an opinion and it is what it is..... He was giving his opinion as requested and some of us did not like it or agree with it. I have never met Big Green Craig and someday I hope I do meet him, because he is a very accomplished BGE Chef and I'm always looking to learn from others. I have been learning from the forum for 9 years tried many recipes that others liked and I thought were not so good and more often than not they are very good. So cut him some slack if you don't agree with his opinion it's OK just let it go. I tell tasters at Eggfest all the time if you like what I have cooked please tell me and if not just move along! It is in jest though, please tell me if you don't like something I have cooked so I can improve. Let's all just share our knowledge of preparing and cooking some awesome food on some kind of a Kamado!
    I have a lot of respect for BGC....his work is nothing but top notch. I can't speak for him, but I know I have often posted the first thing that pops into my head. Sometimes it might not be the most appropriate thing to say. I thought his post brought out a lot of great pictures and opinions on the two cookers. At the end of the day, good healthy discussion and respect for others opinions (knowing we all might not be at our best), should be taken for what it is....an opinion. For me, I will for ever more refer to the Mini affectionately as a toy. 
    Ellijay GA with a Medium & MiniMax

    Well, I married me a wife, she's been trouble all my life,
    Run me out in the cold rain and snow
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  • Jupiter Jim
    Jupiter Jim Posts: 3,351
    northGAcock said:
    Jupiter Jim said:
    Hello Hello Hello, Big Green Craig has an opinion and it is what it is..... He was giving his opinion as requested and some of us did not like it or agree with it. I have never met Big Green Craig and someday I hope I do meet him, because he is a very accomplished BGE Chef and I'm always looking to learn from others. I have been learning from the forum for 9 years tried many recipes that others liked and I thought were not so good and more often than not they are very good. So cut him some slack if you don't agree with his opinion it's OK just let it go. I tell tasters at Eggfest all the time if you like what I have cooked please tell me and if not just move along! It is in jest though, please tell me if you don't like something I have cooked so I can improve. Let's all just share our knowledge of preparing and cooking some awesome food on some kind of a Kamado!
    I have a lot of respect for BGC....his work is nothing but top notch. I can't speak for him, but I know I have often posted the first thing that pops into my head. Sometimes it might not be the most appropriate thing to say. I thought his post brought out a lot of great pictures and opinions on the two cookers. At the end of the day, good healthy discussion and respect for others opinions (knowing we all might not be at our best), should be taken for what it is....an opinion. For me, I will for ever more refer to the Mini affectionately as a toy. 
    I agree we will from now on think of our beloved Mini, Piglet as our TOY! :)

    I'm only hungry when I'm awake!

    Okeechobee FL. Winter

    West Jefferson NC Summer

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  • bgebrent
    bgebrent Posts: 19,636
    Jupiter Jim said:
    northGAcock said:
    Jupiter Jim said:
    Hello Hello Hello, Big Green Craig has an opinion and it is what it is..... He was giving his opinion as requested and some of us did not like it or agree with it. I have never met Big Green Craig and someday I hope I do meet him, because he is a very accomplished BGE Chef and I'm always looking to learn from others. I have been learning from the forum for 9 years tried many recipes that others liked and I thought were not so good and more often than not they are very good. So cut him some slack if you don't agree with his opinion it's OK just let it go. I tell tasters at Eggfest all the time if you like what I have cooked please tell me and if not just move along! It is in jest though, please tell me if you don't like something I have cooked so I can improve. Let's all just share our knowledge of preparing and cooking some awesome food on some kind of a Kamado!
    I have a lot of respect for BGC....his work is nothing but top notch. I can't speak for him, but I know I have often posted the first thing that pops into my head. Sometimes it might not be the most appropriate thing to say. I thought his post brought out a lot of great pictures and opinions on the two cookers. At the end of the day, good healthy discussion and respect for others opinions (knowing we all might not be at our best), should be taken for what it is....an opinion. For me, I will for ever more refer to the Mini affectionately as a toy. 
    I agree we will from now on think of our beloved Mini, Piglet as our TOY! :)
    I wish I had that toy.
    Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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  • YEMTrey
    YEMTrey Posts: 6,835
    Steve 
    XL, Mini Max, and a 22" Blackstone in Cincinnati, Ohio
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  • smbishop
    smbishop Posts: 3,061
    A few more whacks on the horse.  Since I already have a Large and Small, It is all good at home.   I want a mini for car camping.  With two adults, two children and a dog, it is hard enough to fit it all in.  I think I might be able to cram a mini in the car....
    Southlake, TX and Cowhouse Creek - King, TX.  2 Large, 1 Small and a lot of Eggcessories.
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  • Jupiter Jim
    Jupiter Jim Posts: 3,351
    smbishop said:
    A few more whacks on the horse.  Since I already have a Large and Small, It is all good at home.   I want a mini for car camping.  With two adults, two children and a dog, it is hard enough to fit it all in.  I think I might be able to cram a mini in the car....

    I'm sure you could. :)


    I'm only hungry when I'm awake!

    Okeechobee FL. Winter

    West Jefferson NC Summer

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  • DMW
    DMW Posts: 13,836
    If the mini is a toy, then what is this?
    http://eggheadforum.com/discussion/1179859/an-old-cook-in-the-mini-mini-big-green-egg-card-holder-pork-tenderloin-with-grilled-ratatuille

    FWIW, I still want one of those
    They/Them
    Morgantown, PA

    XL BGE - S BGE - KJ Jr - HB Legacy - BS Pizza Oven - 30" Firepit - King Kooker Fryer -  PR72T - WSJ - BS 17" Griddle - XXL BGE  - BS SS36" Griddle - 2 Burner Gasser - Pellet Smoker
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  • Dyal_SC
    Dyal_SC Posts: 6,536
    DMW said:
    If the mini is a toy, then what is this?
    http://eggheadforum.com/discussion/1179859/an-old-cook-in-the-mini-mini-big-green-egg-card-holder-pork-tenderloin-with-grilled-ratatuille

    FWIW, I still want one of those
    WOW!  I want one so bad!!  LOL!!!
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  • JRWhitee
    JRWhitee Posts: 5,678
    I know Craig, I have cooked with him, drank with him and been to his house for dinner. He is a typical Yankee just like me, says what he thinks and if you don't like it too bad! He has a wonderful wife beautiful kids and is a great guy! I am proud to call him my friend. I know some of you have thin skin and that is too bad especially guys that show their immaturity on a social forum. All I can say is grow up, HS is over....  
                                                                
    _________________________________________________
    Don't let the truth get in the way of a good story!
    Large BGE 2006, Mini Max 2014, 36" Blackstone, Anova Sous Vide
    Green Man Group 
    Johns Creek, Georgia
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  • fishlessman
    fishlessman Posts: 34,597
    my mini mini toy hachi egg =)





















    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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  • Lit
    Lit Posts: 9,053
    Jupiter Jim said:
    Lit said:
    In fact Craig has bigger back titties than Kate Uptons front titties. 
    It's sad that you have to attack someone like this...............just very sad........
    Yeah I agree. Sounded funnier after some drinks but not as much today. 
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  • Darby_Crenshaw
    Darby_Crenshaw Posts: 2,657
    Go bigger if you can
    was no fan of the mini. Sold mine for $50
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  • Jupiter Jim
    Jupiter Jim Posts: 3,351
    Lit said:
    Jupiter Jim said:
    Lit said:
    In fact Craig has bigger back titties than Kate Uptons front titties. 
    It's sad that you have to attack someone like this...............just very sad........
    Yeah I agree. Sounded funnier after some drinks but not as much today. 
    So post an apology, right?

    I'm only hungry when I'm awake!

    Okeechobee FL. Winter

    West Jefferson NC Summer

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  • hondabbq
    hondabbq Posts: 1,986
    Didn't have a choice when I bought my mini a year before the MM came out. Having said that, I paid $300 for the mini in the US with PS, the MM is $600. id take the Mini all day long.
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  • Lit
    Lit Posts: 9,053
    Sorry @BIG_GREEN_CRAIG that was a stupid post glad the Buffalo was roaming and got it.
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