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As I write this review, the Char-Griller Duo may be the perfect choice for many
outdoor cooks. Why? Because the economy is in the tank and people are eating at
home to save money. But eating at home can get a little boring without something
to spice it up a bit.
Face it, grills and smokers are getting more use these days and folks are
beginning to discover the pleasures of cooking at home and outdoors as they look
for ways to save their bucks.
Finding a grill that has a charcoal cooker (with
option side firebox) and a propane grill might be perfect. And the price simply
can't be beat with this one.
Recommended
Char-Griller 5050 Duo Gas-and-Charcoal Grill
Highlights
- A multi-functional grill and smoker
- Add functionality on a small budget
- Easy to purchase, I see them at my grocery store
- Capacity to handle larger get togethers
- Convenience of Gas, the option for charcoal flavor
Char-Griller Duo Features
"Talk about the best of both worlds. Nice Rig" ~Barbecuebible Forums
"I don't know maybe it's just me but Char-Grillers in all
shapes and sizes somehow just look BEAUTIFUL!" ~Barbecuebible Forums
"I did get the side fire box & the warmer plate for the fire box as
well...i love this grill 1. because it is so customizalbe & 2. because I have
yet to find a bad word spoken about it...haven't used it yet...I'll be seasoning
it this weekend...then we're ready." ~Yahoo Answers
- It has 876 square inches of main cooking area with up to
1260 square inches of total cooking area. That's alot folks!
- The cooking grates are porcelain and distribute the heat
evenly
- It has a set of sturdy legs for the best support
- You can add coals quite easily without having to remove
the grate
- You can make adjustments to the grate height for better
temperature control.
- A stainless steel thermometer/heat gauge is included.
- The ash pan is easy to dump and clean
- You get a chrome plated warming rack
- The included side burner provides 12,000 BTU's
- The unit provides 40,800 total BTU's
- The gas grill side has an electronic ignition system
- You can get an optional side fire box for Texas style
smoking!
- It may be inexpensive, but you get heavy steel
construction
- The finish lasts with a powder coat
Pros
- It's under $300!
- You get the convenience of gas grilling with the option
of low and slow charcoal cooking (or grilling if you've got some extra time)
- There's a strong support community at
www.barbecuebible.com
- It takes less space than a separate gas grill and a
barrel smoker/grill
Cons
- Assembly required! But it's not that difficult
- You can't buy it online. Have to go to Lowes or a few
other outlets like Krogers.
- It's cheap. While well built, you may find it hard to use
in the winter months of colder climates. Works great down south though!
Char-Griller Duo Summary
If
you're living on a tight budget like most of us, or you're just starting out and
want the convenience of a gas grill and the flavor of a charcoal grill, the
Char-Grill Duo is a great choice.
It's inexpensive yet very well built. It provides
many features of higher end products and certainly bests the competitors at it's
price point. It has a ton of capacity, so if you like to entertain this grill
will help you get the job done.
Recommended
Char-Griller 5050 Duo Gas-and-Charcoal Grill
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