Weber-Stephen Products 14-1/2' Joe Gld Grill 40020 Portable Grill

by Weber Stephen

Product Description

Grill for two or ten with this large portable grill. 147 Square inches of cooking space on plated steel grate. Charcoal grate is made from heavy-duty steel. Porcelain enameled bowl and lid won't rust or peel. Rust proof aluminum vents allow proper airflow. Tuck-n-carry lid aids in carrying and holds the lid when it's off the grill.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.5 x 16.5 x 4 inches ; 10.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B00167RP5E
• Item model number: 40020
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #133,530 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Value, Durable Grill, February 10, 2011

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This review is from: Weber-Stephen Products 14-1/2' Joe Gld Grill 40020 Portable Grill (Misc.)

Though this is a portable grill, it is terrific for at home use if you're single, or have a small balcony apartment. It takes very little space, and is easy to maneuver when cleaning time comes.

I've used this gem for years. My apartments, on the whole, mandated the simplicity and efficiency offered up by the Smokey Joe. Now, although I use a much larger Weber for my regular use, I keep this handy when I just want to grill something small, or am travelling.

A great feature is the rounded top. This enables better smoking, as air and smoke circulates more fluidly.

The downsides:
The legs aren't as sturdy as they could be. Given time, a bit of bumping around and general abuse, and the screwed on legs might turn askew. If you notice this while the grill is hot, you've a problem. The solution is to keep them tight during non-use.

The air intake at the bottom gets clogged with ashes. A key to good charcoal grilling is the manipulation of air flow. The intake might be open, but stopped up. If you are diligent to clean the ashes, you'll be OK.

Because the grill is so close to the ground, you need to be careful. Unlike most of Weber's grill, this one os also apt to getting kicked over, run into by dogs, cars and children.

I fully recommend Weber's Smokey Joe. Now, I'm hungry. Time to stir the coals and pop on a few brats.

Anthony Trendl
http://anthonytrendl.com