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Let's see, I think I've had my Weber Performer for a couple-three years now, and I can only add my agreement to the hundreds of laudatory reviews already on here. Plus if you need to move the unit (& roll it), having a separate container off to the side makes it 10X the hassle.- Oh, and if while cooking you hang your grilling utensils on the conveniently-placed hooks provided, do be advised that the family dog will most likely make a beeline for them and 'clean' them for you. (Although, on second thought, I like the 'Smokenator' accessory, which then would not match the jumbo kettle -- and something tells me they're not going to make a monster version of it to fit such a rare diameter).- I don't know why all the pictures of the Performer show a big ol' propane tank attached to the gas-assist starter w/a hose ().
Weber (one of the few 'big companies' I feel strongly positive toward) went over this one with a fine-toothed comb in the planning stages, and it has paid off marvelously. I find it lasts plenty long, and who wants to deal with a hose. The aspect that stands out most to me is just how much thought -- how many features -- the astute griller sees evidenced in this product.
I much prefer screwing in a handy little Coleman one-pounder (the small dark green bottles) directly. Expertise is reflected at every turn, and I won't here attempt to compile a list of specifics (see other reviews which have). The only 'new' thoughts I can think to add to the discussion are:- I wish Weber would come out w/a limited edition 26.75" Performer Grill.
You're only firing it up long enough to get the coals going. Yick.
This grill is everything it says it is, and I love it. I waited an entire year before I finally purchased mine. I use this grill several times a week. Being a frugal person who already owned a perfectly good (One Touch Gold) kettle, I just couldn't justify the extra money. One day I saw it on sale with free shipping so I took the plunge.Now that I've been using it for a couple years, I can tell you my only regret was waiting an entire year before pulling the trigger. I use it for grilling, rotisserie cooking, AND (my favorite) smoking. If it died (which it won't anytime soon because it's built like a tank) I would buy another one tomorrow.
I love this grill. It took a little bit to master, but this grill will get very very hot and quick by default, leading to food burning. The knob that controls propane for heating coals broke after a year.
We use it almost every weekend and some weekdays during the Spring and Summer months. So not too bad.2. My family and friends will attest to that.
But after calling Weber they shipped a replacement which I installed, all at no charge. It makes charcoal grilling fast. There are two minor complaints:1.
There is only one level for cooking, so you have to be careful to control the temperature. The trick is to heat up less coal then you would normally use, and slowly feed more coals in as time goes on while you are cooking.
Buy it and you will not regret it. It is worth every penny.
I love the thing. This grill is an easy 5 stars.
I was also a little skeptical about the price. I like it so good that when I am not cooking on it I am planning what I will cook next.
I love it. I have cooked some delicious meals on this thing.
It is very sturdy and easy to put together.
I don't know where to start. The gas starter works great. I feel like a proud new Father. My new Weber Performer (Green) cooks like a Charm. I't's like having a "Hybrid" Charcoal Grill. I'm looking forward to many years of good food cooked on my Weber Grill.
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