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I couldn't resist any longer...

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  • jlaw
    jlaw Posts: 18
    Oh man, just used the inventory checker and realized my local wally has 3 of them for $99 ea!
    Newton KS
    MBGE, Large Joe, Weber gasser, YS640
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  • Hntnhrd
    Hntnhrd Posts: 713
    edited February 2017
    Buy them all!!!!
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  • Focker
    Focker Posts: 8,364
    edited February 2017
    fishlessman said:
    Carolina Q said:
    Cool! I bought the 17" about 2 months ago. Haven't even fired it up yet!! Sure wish I could use it indoors in the winter!
    ive put my propane bs on the propane stove and used it =) not sure why you cant use it indoors
    Hell our ovens dump out more carbon minoxide than a BS on startup.  

    Had a scare a couple of years ago that required O2 intervention in the rig for a while. Next day after my house was cleared, energy guy showed me on the handheld meter how much carbon minoxide dumps out with the oven on startup, and my gas burner on low.

    I use both the 28 and oven in my garage, and I'm still here.

    These BSs are extremely wind sensitive, the garage  with garage door opened, helps with that.
    Brandon
    Quad Cities
    "If yer gonna denigrate, familiarity with the subject is helpful."

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  • aggieljh
    aggieljh Posts: 24
    trying to convince the wife that I need one of these...

    Cameron, TX   Large BGE, 36" Blackstone, Yoder 640 w/Comp Cart
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  • Hntnhrd
    Hntnhrd Posts: 713
    @aggieljh after the first cook on ours my wife was a believer 
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,387
    Website shows $219 near me. 
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    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 PitBoss Navigator 850G 11/25
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • caliking
    caliking Posts: 19,780
    @focker -my friend's backyard is pretty open and gets quite windy. I figured we could screw on some aluminum flashing to keep the wind at bay. Did this to a gasser when I had one, and it worked well.

    #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
    A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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  • caliking
    caliking Posts: 19,780
    aggieljh said:
    trying to convince the wife that I need one of these...


    It was surprisingly easy.  I just said something like it would work great for weekend breakfasts for us, when friends/family are coming to visit for the weekend, etc.

    She: "Can't you use all the CI we have for that??"

    Me: "No. It's different."

    She mumbled something on her way out for work, about having to sell one of my other under-used cookers if I'm buying another.

    I pretended like I didn't hear her. She know that's not going to happen.


    #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
    A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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  • Skiddymarker
    Skiddymarker Posts: 8,528
    Well played. At "my" Walmart in Bellingham WA, the 28" is >$170US. The 17" is <$95US. 
    Delta B.C. - Whiskey and steak, because no good story ever started with someone having a salad!
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  • Foghorn
    Foghorn Posts: 10,227
    caliking said:
    aggieljh said:
    trying to convince the wife that I need one of these...


    It was surprisingly easy.  I just said something like it would work great for weekend breakfasts for us, when friends/family are coming to visit for the weekend, etc.

    She: "Can't you use all the CI we have for that??"

    Me: "No. It's different."

    She mumbled something on her way out for work, about having to sell one of my other under-used cookers if I'm buying another.

    I pretended like I didn't hear her. She know that's not going to happen.


    You do know that anytime a cooker is designated as "underutilized" that means you have to use it in the next 48 hours or so - while acting like that was your plan all along - as a matter of routine.

    XXL BGE, Karebecue, Klose BYC, Chargiller Akorn Kamado, Weber Smokey Mountain, Grand Turbo gasser, Weber Smoky Joe, and the wheelbarrow that my grandfather used to cook steaks from his cattle

    San Antonio, TX

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  • The Cen-Tex Smoker
    The Cen-Tex Smoker Posts: 23,179
    Way to save $35 by going with the small one.
    Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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  • caliking
    caliking Posts: 19,780
    edited February 2017
    The Cen-Tex Smoker said:
    Way to save $35 by going with the small one.
    Aw hell no. Where? The 36" griddles were $200+. Swapping the 28 out for the 36 shouldn't be a problem if the price is right. You know what a cheap bastige I am.

    #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
    A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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  • Focker
    Focker Posts: 8,364
    edited February 2017
    caliking said:
    The Cen-Tex Smoker said:
    Way to save $35 by going with the small one.
    Aw hell no. Where? The 36" griddles were $200+. Swapping the 28 out for the 36 shouldn't be a problem if the price is right. You know what a cheap bastige I am.
    The 36s are pushin' 3 bills.
    I kinda like the portability aspect of the 28, and the intent was to take it camping.  

    The 28 is a helluva deal for 1 bill.
    It hits 400s to 500s cranked up like the 36.

    With the accessories stowed on the bottom, it's a nice little pull out and play, tuck away rig.  No runnin' around grabbin' oil bottle, domes, press, paper towels, spatulas, etc etc.

    The only con for me personally, is the shorter height.  

    Brandon
    Quad Cities
    "If yer gonna denigrate, familiarity with the subject is helpful."

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  • Cashfan
    Cashfan Posts: 416
    caliking said:
    epcotisbest said:
    caliking said:
    Actually bought one for a friend first yesterday. Only available at 1 Walmart in a 30 mile radius. Couldn't hold out any longer so went back and got one for myself .
    I have been looking all over for one of these clearance priced 28s, but they are not to be found here in North Georgia Walmarts. A local Ace Hardware has it in stock for $219. 
    Don't need one, but those smash burgers and stuff look fun to make. I'll keep hoping to run across one at a bargain price.
    I ordered one of the RTIC 45 coolers today for a friend. Think he is going to appreciate it for camping. He knows nothing about the surprise headed his way, so I am looking forward to the phone call when it arrives. This friend is 72 and is kinda thrifty so he just would not buy one for himself, kinda like I won't buy the Blackstone for me unless I run across it on WM clearance.
    Thats a nice gesture, and I'm sure it will be appreciated. 

    Have you tried this link to locate one? It has been posted elsewhere, and saved me from calling a bunch of stores, or driving out to find they didn't have them.

    http://brickseek.com/walmart-inventory-checker

    SKU= 36323162
    I really wish you hadn't posted the link. I was able to resist checking before, but not now and it looks like they are available locally.

    I might have to get one....
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,387
    Aw dang, it's showing for $50 10mi from me!  DAMN YOU ALL TO HELL!!!!!
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    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 PitBoss Navigator 850G 11/25
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • bgebrent
    bgebrent Posts: 19,636
    thetrim said:
    Aw dang, it's showing for $50 10mi from me!  DAMN YOU ALL TO HELL!!!!!
    Buy- Buy-Buy!
    Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,387
    THAT CAN'T POSSIBLY BE THE RIGHT PRICE!!!
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    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 PitBoss Navigator 850G 11/25
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,387
    MOST PLACES ARE $99, another is $80 and I saw that one for $50. 
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    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 PitBoss Navigator 850G 11/25
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • Photo Egg
    Photo Egg Posts: 12,137
    thetrim said:
    Aw dang, it's showing for $50 10mi from me!  DAMN YOU ALL TO HELL!!!!!
    Buy 2 and save me 1.lol
    Thank you,
    Darian

    Galveston Texas
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  • bgebrent
    bgebrent Posts: 19,636
    thetrim said:
    MOST PLACES ARE $99, another is $80 and I saw that one for $50. 
    Come on.  Buy one!  F the price.  You'll never look back brother.
    Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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  • Hntnhrd
    Hntnhrd Posts: 713
    @HofstraJet bought one for $50 there are some places marked that low. Go get it now!!!!
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  • caliking
    caliking Posts: 19,780
    Foghorn said:
    thetrim said:
    MOST PLACES ARE $99, another is $80 and I saw that one for $50. 

    WHY ARE YOU STILL HERE TYPING???
    No sh!t ! That's a steal!!

    #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
    A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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  • Coul
    Coul Posts: 111
    none near me damnit

    LBGE circa 2016
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  • OneNole03
    OneNole03 Posts: 93
    one store by me shows it for $50 but have 0 in stock. Only two stores in my area have them but are going for $99. 

    Fortunately, I have the 36, but $50 would be hard to say no to. 
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  • epcotisbest
    epcotisbest Posts: 2,176
    caliking said:
    epcotisbest said:
    caliking said:
    Actually bought one for a friend first yesterday. Only available at 1 Walmart in a 30 mile radius. Couldn't hold out any longer so went back and got one for myself .
    I have been looking all over for one of these clearance priced 28s, but they are not to be found here in North Georgia Walmarts. A local Ace Hardware has it in stock for $219. 
    Don't need one, but those smash burgers and stuff look fun to make. I'll keep hoping to run across one at a bargain price.
    I ordered one of the RTIC 45 coolers today for a friend. Think he is going to appreciate it for camping. He knows nothing about the surprise headed his way, so I am looking forward to the phone call when it arrives. This friend is 72 and is kinda thrifty so he just would not buy one for himself, kinda like I won't buy the Blackstone for me unless I run across it on WM clearance.
    Thats a nice gesture, and I'm sure it will be appreciated. 

    Have you tried this link to locate one? It has been posted elsewhere, and saved me from calling a bunch of stores, or driving out to find they didn't have them.

    http://brickseek.com/walmart-inventory-checker

    SKU= 36323162
    Thank you for the link and SKU. Zero in stock anywhere close but it did show one at $99 around 50 miles away. I figured it was worth the drive but called first and after holding while someone was kind enough to check, they eventually found it, and confirmed it was marked down, to $179. Would not price match $99. Oh well, did not hurt to try. Might still drive over there today and try in person. You never know, it might make for a nice Saturday drive with the wife and two little furry yappers.
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  • FarmerTom
    FarmerTom Posts: 685
    The kids gave me one of these for Christmas.  Have been really enjoying it.  When I told them I didn't want them spending that much on me at Christmas, my son said not to worry, it was cheap.  My daughter in law is the ultimate bargain hunter.  They did most of their shopping on black friday and got some nice gifts really cheap.  I've told her if she ever gives up nursing she could hire out as a shopping consultant.  

    Tommy 

    Middle of Nowhere, Northern Kentucky
       1 M, 1 XL, a BlackStone,1 old Webber, a Border Collie, a German Shepherd and 3 of her pups, and 2 Yorkies

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  • Eggaroo
    Eggaroo Posts: 417
    Well, I couldn't resist any longer either. I asked my wife this morning - "remember the griddle I showed you last summer? And all the things you can do with them?" She remembered. I then told her about this great deal at Wally World to which she said "let's go get us one. We'd be crazy not to" :o . So that's all it took! Love that woman.

    Heads up on the above link, though. It showed 6 in stock at one of the Wal Marts near me, but when I got there the clerk told me they sold their last one 3 weeks ago. I then went to 2 other stores within 10 miles of the first one and lo and behold - one of them had 2 left, so I bought both thinking someone else in the family might want one at $99. The link showed this store had zero, so go figure.
    Greenwood, IN | XL BGE | Weber Genesis | Blackstone 28 | bunch of accessories  =)
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,387
    I missed out on it at the store closest to me.

    Bummer!
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    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 PitBoss Navigator 850G 11/25
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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