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mikeandnora · 02-26-2011, 09:08 AM

That is exactly what I was thinking. Awesome.

cameront120 · 02-26-2011, 09:33 AM

I always thought I might set up a bracket for my old Force10 bbq that I saved from my old sailboat. Seems like the perfect portable grill.

Michigander · 02-26-2011, 09:39 AM

Quote from above: "This is what I have been using for 6 years.
Solaire Anywhere Portable Grill -- uses infrared to cook fast : www.solairegrills.com"

I have heard a lot about IR grills, including that you cannot turn your back on it when grilling, lest you want to eat charcoal. The idea sounds intriguing, however, I am hesitant to try it. Any comments?

aftermath · 02-26-2011, 09:40 AM

I have a Weber Q 200 which is the same as the 100 only a tad larger and also a little heavier. I really like the grill but don't like the weight. I carry it in the bed of the truck in the cover it came with and place it on a table if provided or will use our fold up metal table we take everywhere.

I don't like to have to bring along a bunch of "stuff" when I camp. We use the small propane bottles rather than having to bring along an extra propane tank with the hoses. The grill stand mentioned earlier looks like a great idea but then I would have to carry one of these around and quite often the rear end of my truck is not always in the best spot for cooking. I try very hard to "keep it simple" when I am out on the road.

I have seen folks bring their entire BBQ set ups from home complete with the rolling cart. I have the room but do I really want to create more hassle? I like charcoal over gas but then, I would have to pack the charcoal and figure out how to dispose of the ash, which isn't really that big of a problem when you are camping.

Choosing a BBQ is one of those things that will be challenging. They all have their benefits and their problems.

mikeandnora · 02-26-2011, 10:23 AM

I want the bracket to be a bit more compact than what is shown and for it to be pinned into position behind the bottles. Arrive, pull a couple pins to to position it and repin, set little stainless grill on mount and be done.

I hate think of carrying a bunch of stuff, but don't know if we will survive without the ability to grill with ease. What other kind of food is there? MRE's.

lewster · 02-26-2011, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by padillab

Quote from above: "This is what I have been using for 6 years.
Solaire Anywhere Portable Grill -- uses infrared to cook fast : www.solairegrills.com"

I have heard a lot about IR grills, including that you cannot turn your back on it when grilling, lest you want to eat charcoal. The idea sounds intriguing, however, I am hesitant to try it. Any comments?

It cooks so fast and so completely that you won't have time to turn your back. Blink twice and it's done!!!!

Actually, it does take a few burned steaks or very well done burgers to get used to the cooking speed, but once you master the technique....it's AWESOME!!!!

Michigander · 02-26-2011, 10:05 PM

Sounds good. Might have to try one out.

elfirebob · 02-26-2011, 11:05 PM

- We carry a round Coleman PartyGrill (propane) from Cabelas, Bass Pro or Target, about 60 bucks. We sometimes use the campground grill using wood, cooking with embers. Yep, we support local eats...foodies.
- We use disposable cylinders, but just started trying to refill these ( 1/2 full) We store the disposable cylinders just forward and between our two main tanks in the propane compartment of our AS.
We do have a 6' hose with no problems.
- The ash remains in the fire ring.
- Our grill does have legs that snap in place and we place our partygrill on a little folding table, or put it on the picnic table at our campsite.
- The Coleman comes with a bag, all parts fit within the grill and cover, it fits in the truck bed.
-Easy cleanup, 1/4 twist and the lower portion comes off and wipes clean easily. Grill too...
- We usually set the grill up on the picnic table or our folding table.
- We are on our second grill, cooking on it for over 5 years.
- Cooks our steaks and Pollo Asado, chicken perfectly.
-Grill is not Wind resistant as the sides are very close to the grill height. We did add a domed cover some time back (thrift store stainless cake cover) to add some smoke, heat to the cooking.
- No cold spots but the center section can get hot, I like to stay with the grill.
- The Coleman round PartyGrill only cooks for the four.
One last point is that with the cooking grill off, you have a nice single burner stove.
Works for us, versitle and along with the extending forks, basket and grill we carry for campfire cooking, meets our needs.

JBinKC · 02-27-2011, 07:19 AM

Less expensive Weber Qs and very expensive Solaires are equally good (or bad), depending on the skill of the cook. Too much heat and you scorch. Too little heat and you stick and don't caramelize. The best grill is really about great ingredients and great culinary technique. And practice. So I'd say, choose one that you'll use often at home to give you great results on the road. It's all about practicing your craft. "Oh no! Not the grilled Muscovy duck breast with mango chutney again."

tkasten · 02-27-2011, 08:16 AM

We use a Solaire infra red grill. It is made of heavy duty Stainless Steel and works like a dream. We set it up on a small fold up alum. table just outside the door next to the awning arm. I have a 12' propane hose that I connect to one of the trailer tanks. If in a hurry it will also use the small disposable propane tanks. Cooking times are very quick. It comes with a really nice heavy duty carrying bad. These were developed for the boating industry. It is pricey but worth it (my opinion).

JBinKC · 02-27-2011, 10:15 AM

Beef Back Ribs
Sear-in Side 1 Hi -- 2 min
Sear-in Side 2 Hi -- 2 min
Finish Side 1 MED-LOW -- 3 min
Finish Side 2 MED-LOW -- 3 min

Place ribs and marinade in Ziploc bag. Marinate overnight.
Brush on your favorite BBQ sauce at the end of the cooking time.

Here’s an incredibly stupid recipe taken from the Solaire website. Ten minutes for beef ribs? Your dog couldn’t chew them. The folks at Solaire make a grill of high quality components but don’t listen to them about how to use it. They should take lessons from Memphis’ Rendezvous Restaurant, famous for slowly grilling ribs over direct heat. (Kansas City BBQers shake their heads in dismay at grilling ribs. But that's another story.) Again, a $500 grill won't get you very far. The guy next door with a bag of lump charcoal and an inexpensive grill is going to win the prizes for great food with good technique and great ingredients.