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Title: Big Green Egg - no more debate
Post by: BigMike on February 16, 2016, 08:37:58 AM
Roswell Hardware is right down the street from my house.  I was in there on Sunday looking for something and looked at their HUGE display of BGE's and accessories.  Since 90% of the time, I grill for just 2 or 3 people, I'm thinking the Large would be the right size.  They're running a sale now and the Large BGE, next, ash dohicky, 20# charcoal, and grill grabber is $799.  Looking at the accessories it looks like someone could go broke on those alone.  Must haves are a cover and shelves.  What else?


I'm still debating.  I have to replace my grill in the spring.  I probably use it 3x a week.  Then there is the whole learning curve. 
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Raisinhead on February 16, 2016, 08:43:57 AM
That's a good deal.  The large will be fine for you. You can cook more than you'd expect in a large.

You can get accessories for much less, especially if you buy off brand stuff. I have a loof lighter that I think is okay, but think I'm going to switch to a map torch.

Lastly, do it already. Learning curve is easy. People actually think I know how to cook occasionally.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: clark123456 on February 16, 2016, 09:08:18 AM
Roswell Hardware is right down the street from my house.  I was in there on Sunday looking for something and looked at their HUGE display of BGE's and accessories.  Since 90% of the time, I grill for just 2 or 3 people, I'm thinking the Large would be the right size.  They're running a sale now and the Large BGE, next, ash dohicky, 20# charcoal, and grill grabber is $799.  Looking at the accessories it looks like someone could go broke on those alone.  Must haves are a cover and shelves.  What else?


I'm still debating.  I have to replace my grill in the spring.  I probably use it 3x a week.  Then there is the whole learning curve. 

I think I saw a similar price with nest and wings and some other stuff at Cooks Warehouse in Marietta/Roswell (near Merchant's Walk).

Damn, 2 to 3 times a week is pretty intense...The egg seems like a perfect choice since it is a lifetime cooker.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: jc79 on February 16, 2016, 09:15:24 AM
If you use it 3x a week you'll get your money's worth quickly.  And you won't have to replace it for a very long time. 

It takes 10-15 minutes to be ready to cook, but most of that is waiting for it to reach temp once you've lit the charcoal.  I say go for it if you're intrigued.  If you don't like it there's gonna be someone ready to buy it from you and you're not out much money.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: clark123456 on February 16, 2016, 09:20:27 AM
If you use it 3x a week you'll get your money's worth quickly.  And you won't have to replace it for a very long time. 

It takes 10-15 minutes to be ready to cook, but most of that is waiting for it to reach temp once you've lit the charcoal.  I say go for it if you're intrigued.  If you don't like it there's gonna be someone ready to buy it from you and you're not out much money.

And that is the reason to buy a BGE versus another product...just like with Jeep parts, good brands are always worth something later.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: BigMike on February 16, 2016, 09:33:43 AM
If you use it 3x a week you'll get your money's worth quickly.  And you won't have to replace it for a very long time. 

It takes 10-15 minutes to be ready to cook, but most of that is waiting for it to reach temp once you've lit the charcoal.  I say go for it if you're intrigued.  If you don't like it there's gonna be someone ready to buy it from you and you're not out much money.

And that is the reason to buy a BGE versus another product...just like with Jeep parts, good brands are always worth something later.

Truth!

The one thing I need to do is make sure the meat doesn't have a smokey taste of the wife will veto the purchase.  The guy at Roswell Hardware said to use some sugar maple charcoal. 
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Raisinhead on February 16, 2016, 09:40:28 AM

If you use it 3x a week you'll get your money's worth quickly.  And you won't have to replace it for a very long time. 

It takes 10-15 minutes to be ready to cook, but most of that is waiting for it to reach temp once you've lit the charcoal.  I say go for it if you're intrigued.  If you don't like it there's gonna be someone ready to buy it from you and you're not out much money.

And that is the reason to buy a BGE versus another product...just like with Jeep parts, good brands are always worth something later.

Truth!

The one thing I need to do is make sure the meat doesn't have a smokey taste of the wife will veto the purchase.  The guy at Roswell Hardware said to use some sugar maple charcoal.

My kids don't like smokey taste either. I've got them really enjoying some of the food I cook. The charcoal definitely makes a difference with that.

Even doing a simple chicken breast on the egg will surprise you. If you can't tell, I'm hooked.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Raisinhead on February 16, 2016, 09:42:39 AM
Here you go, hours of reading on lump charcoal. Haha

http://www.nakedwhiz.com/lumpindexpage.htm?bag
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Mortalis5509 on February 16, 2016, 10:51:58 AM
I bought one back in Oct and haven't touched my other grill since then. While spendy, 100% worth the cost.

Ceramic grill store (online) has a lot of options with making more room inside the egg with indirect and direct heat. They have set ups where you can use half the grill for direct and the other half indirect. They have set ups where you can drop the grate way down for hot cooking of steaks and such. I ordered a set up yesterday and will be here Wednesday.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: BeerIAm on February 16, 2016, 11:48:16 AM
I have a medium and wish I had gotten a large.  Only accessories I really use are the plate setter and pizza stone.  Love me some pizza off the egg!  I only use it about every other week though.

From someone that doesn't grill much, it was easy to learn to use the BGE and I really enjoy it.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: BigMike on April 10, 2016, 12:15:05 PM
The debate is over.  Bought a Large BGE yesterday afternoon.  Going to use it tonight to grill come chicken breasts.  I was going to cook a couple filets on it last night but the guy at Roswell Hardware said the first time should be cooking something around 400 degrees.

I got the Egg, nest, grill gripper, ash tool, and 20# bag of Sugar Maple charcoal for $799.  The added a Cover, 2 slat Composite Eggmate (table wings), ConvEGGtor, Pizza Stone, Grill Scraper, Grill Caddy, and LOOFTLIGHTER.  The grand total came to $1288 (15% discount on accessories).


Now I have to figure out how to use it!  Going to be Googline and Youtubing today.  I'm not even sure how much charcoal to put in it or how to use the looflighter.

(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t314/BigMikeATL/Forums/20160409_170602_zpsx1vh6uib.jpg) (http://s163.photobucket.com/user/BigMikeATL/media/Forums/20160409_170602_zpsx1vh6uib.jpg.html)


An hour later

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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: DOUG on April 10, 2016, 12:57:17 PM
Burn it in good first with nothing on it and pratice holding a consistent temp at different levels.  That will come in REAL handy when you have food on it.

Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: clark123456 on April 10, 2016, 01:56:16 PM
Awesome...what time shall I come over?

A guy at work said there's a big egg convention, or grill out, coming to town soon and you can buy their used eggs (after the show) for a steep discount.  Any of you know anything about that being true and really discounted heavily?

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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: tcdawg on April 10, 2016, 02:55:14 PM
Awesome...what time shall I come over?

A guy at work said there's a big egg convention, or grill out, coming to town soon and you can buy their used eggs (after the show) for a steep discount.  Any of you know anything about that being true and really discounted heavily?

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The EggtoberFest?

Yes, they cook on a bunch of Eggs doing demos all day. Then they sell them at the end of the day. Not sure of the discount, 20% maybe

I think you have to register well ahead of time to get on the list to get an Egg
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: BigMike on April 10, 2016, 07:55:22 PM
Grilled chicken breasts tonight.  They were really good.  Had a difficult time keep the temp to 400 degrees, but it didn't affect the taste or tenderness.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: clark123456 on April 10, 2016, 08:23:31 PM
Awesome...what time shall I come over?

A guy at work said there's a big egg convention, or grill out, coming to town soon and you can buy their used eggs (after the show) for a steep discount.  Any of you know anything about that being true and really discounted heavily?

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The EggtoberFest?

Yes, they cook on a bunch of Eggs doing demos all day. Then they sell them at the end of the day. Not sure of the discount, 20% maybe

I think you have to register well ahead of time to get on the list to get an Egg
http://mountainegg.com/demo-eggs/

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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: BigMike on April 10, 2016, 08:25:52 PM
Awesome...what time shall I come over?

A guy at work said there's a big egg convention, or grill out, coming to town soon and you can buy their used eggs (after the show) for a steep discount.  Any of you know anything about that being true and really discounted heavily?

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The EggtoberFest?

Yes, they cook on a bunch of Eggs doing demos all day. Then they sell them at the end of the day. Not sure of the discount, 20% maybe

I think you have to register well ahead of time to get on the list to get an Egg
http://mountainegg.com/demo-eggs/ (http://mountainegg.com/demo-eggs/)

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If all you get is the BGE and the nest, that isn't a deal.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: clark123456 on April 10, 2016, 08:26:45 PM
Right, you get a bit more (read above on that page), but it isn't a killer deal.

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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: clark123456 on April 10, 2016, 08:30:01 PM
Right, you get a bit more (read above on that page), but it isn't a killer deal.

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My co-worker things the eggtoberfest one comes with many more accessories for roughly the same price...IDK

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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: clark123456 on March 10, 2017, 12:09:54 PM
A buddy at work just bought a large egg for $799.  He said it came with the nest, stone, page setter, grate grabber, ash tool, and some other stuff.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: clark123456 on March 10, 2017, 12:10:24 PM
A buddy at work just bought a large egg for $799.  He said it came with the nest, stone, page setter, grate grabber, ash tool, and some other stuff.
It was at an Ace hardware store on Roswell road.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Raisinhead on March 10, 2017, 12:34:26 PM
^^^thats a deal. Also, most places will sell you a stand alone egg, but you have to push them on it. The last one I bought was a large, floor model for $550. $250 will get you a good bit of add ons. It would be great to give Roswell hardware business because of CFR. Let them know that's why you're going there if you do. Cook's warehouse has been great to me too. Like I said the other night, a large is a great size if you are planning on sticking with one. I feel like I'd hesitate to cook as much on an XL
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Raisinhead on March 10, 2017, 12:49:44 PM
I feel like I'd hesitate to cook as much on an XL

Why?

Pure speculation since I don't own one. More lump needed, slower to get going (I think), more expensive accessories. I have a family of six and one large is plenty for us. I never hesitate to fire it up even for something small.  Don't get me wrong, I think the XL would be awesome for big groups and parties. I know Tony has loaded his large with at least two pork butts, but I bet you could do 4.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Raisinhead on March 10, 2017, 12:52:31 PM
Or get an XL and a minimax
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: DOUG on March 10, 2017, 12:53:54 PM
I feel like I'd hesitate to cook as much on an XL

Why?

Pure speculation since I don't own one. More lump needed, slower to get going (I think), more expensive accessories. I have a family of six and one large is plenty for us. I never hesitate to fire it up even for something small.  Don't get me wrong, I think the XL would be awesome for big groups and parties. I know Tony has loaded his large with at least two pork butts, but I bet you could do 4.
My large is much easier to work with than my medium, go figure. XL is a beast but i want one. Cuz has at the lake and i love it.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Raisinhead on March 10, 2017, 12:57:32 PM
Here you go (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170310/7f3f71cd3e6fd8fd00ffa0da51982046.jpg)
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Mortalis5509 on March 10, 2017, 01:42:58 PM
I fit a 20lb pork shoulder on a large. You cooking for just you mainly, correct? Large is more than enough. Ceramic grill store sell tier systems and all kinds of stuff. I run a 2 tier from them on my large.

Buy a large and save up for a mini for wheeling trips. When I get my enclosed trailer I want a small on a nest.

Buy the nest and then build a table. I have a small draw for stuff and then a big draw for the charcoal. I have a large stand I need to sell.

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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: tcdawg on March 10, 2017, 02:13:35 PM
Don, Not only did Roswell Hardware do CFR right...they also have great egg prices in general.

The Large really is a great size. When you actually look at the XL, it's freaking huge.

I have a sick plan for a mini max system on my trailer. More on that at a later date.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: patman on March 10, 2017, 02:16:14 PM
Don, Not only did Roswell Hardware do CFR right...they also have great egg prices in general.

The Large really is a great size. When you actually look at the XL, it's freaking huge.

I have a sick plan for a mini max system on my trailer. More on that at a later date.

Whatever your plan for the mini is, I hope I'm there and that it includes that delicious Maker's bbq sauce you had at Hale last year
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Raisinhead on March 10, 2017, 04:18:24 PM
Don, Not only did Roswell Hardware do CFR right...they also have great egg prices in general.

The Large really is a great size. When you actually look at the XL, it's freaking huge.

I have a sick plan for a mini max system on my trailer. More on that at a later date.

Very nice.  I look forward to seeing what you come up with. Speaking of that... I've been dreaming about replacing the area where my toolbox is on my trailer with a drum smoker...  When I get a welder I was thinking that would be a good project to weld it up with bolts attaching it to the trailer.


Both of these projects have been approved for billing
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Anvilsam on March 10, 2017, 05:26:55 PM
That's a great idea


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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: cru9 on March 25, 2017, 06:25:35 PM
Nice purchase.


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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: jd30005 on March 25, 2017, 06:34:03 PM
GATR BBQ at Don's. . Congrats on the purchase.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Raisinhead on March 25, 2017, 08:08:34 PM


The guy there said he was friends with Jay Desilva.  I told him I didn't know who that was. 



Hilarious!!
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: clark123456 on March 25, 2017, 10:12:02 PM
That's a great idea


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Hello, my name is Don.  I'm a newbie to the BGE.  I told Roswell Hardware I was there becuase they donated to CFR and to sell me everything I needed.  They forgot to give me the bag of charcoal but told me to come back tomorrow and pick it up. Table, large egg, bunch of other stuff I don't know what any of it is. The guy there said he was friends with Jay Desilva.  I told him I didn't know who that was. 

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/dvv68l985udrm29/Photo%20Mar%2025%2C%205%2051%2016%20PM.jpg?dl=0)
Total cost?  Rough numbers, if you're willing to share.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: jc79 on March 25, 2017, 11:41:13 PM
The guy there said he was friends with Jay Desilva.  I told him I didn't know who that was. 


Did he say friends or "friends" because that makes a difference.

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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: flashover101 on March 26, 2017, 08:12:11 AM
Roswell Hardware is right down the street from my house.  I was in there on Sunday looking for something and looked at their HUGE display of BGE's and accessories.  Since 90% of the time, I grill for just 2 or 3 people, I'm thinking the Large would be the right size.  They're running a sale now and the Large BGE, next, ash dohicky, 20# charcoal, and grill grabber is $799.  Looking at the accessories it looks like someone could go broke on those alone.  Must haves are a cover and shelves.  What else?


I'm still debating.  I have to replace my grill in the spring.  I probably use it 3x a week.  Then there is the whole learning curve.


Almost all the fire stations in DeKalb use the Big Green Egg. I have used one for the past 5 years and it's warranties for life! Really easy to use and it doesn't burn through the wood charcoal like gas grills. The price they have the large is a great deal! Have you checked out their HQ off of 85?


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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: Mortalis5509 on March 26, 2017, 09:29:33 AM
If you have a resturant, you can become a culinary partner. They give you a green egg as long as you post that you use it.

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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: clark123456 on March 26, 2017, 10:36:06 AM
That's a great idea


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Hello, my name is Don.  I'm a newbie to the BGE.  I told Roswell Hardware I was there becuase they donated to CFR and to sell me everything I needed.  They forgot to give me the bag of charcoal but told me to come back tomorrow and pick it up. Table, large egg, bunch of other stuff I don't know what any of it is. The guy there said he was friends with Jay Desilva.  I told him I didn't know who that was. 

(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/dvv68l985udrm29/Photo%20Mar%2025%2C%205%2051%2016%20PM.jpg?dl=0)
Total cost?  Rough numbers, if you're willing to share.

Like $1200 for the egg, ash tool, grille tool, bag of charcoal, nest, plate setter, some other stuff, wood table with a granite top and the table nest rather than the full standalone nest
Bought a pizza stone, pizza spatula thing, cast iron grate, correct cover for the table and egg, loof lighter, some other stuff I can't even remember and tax was ~16-1700 out the door.  Expensive and you can buy much less than I did and be happy I'm sure.  Also got a 15% off accessories coupon so might buy something else today if someone tells me I need something.

The large egg without the table and with ash tool, charcoal, grate tool, and standalone nest was 'on sale' for $799.  Seems more a regular price and Stout Brothers in Smyrna had the same deal so probably a corporate price deal.
Thanks!
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: DOUG on March 26, 2017, 12:08:32 PM
Photo of table? Custom or egg brand?

You'll want to get a temp control. I use the cyber

Did i miss a luflighter or similar?
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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: DOUG on March 26, 2017, 07:23:08 PM
Sweet, the casters are awesome for portability.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: gint2 on March 26, 2017, 10:16:15 PM
Nice table. Do you know how much the table alone was?
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: DOUG on March 27, 2017, 12:02:12 AM
For info

For comparison, mine is Cypress out of an Ace in Macon, a little different with a split lower shelf for more storage room. Was $375

Mine was $350 Cypress from an Ace Hardware a few years ago in Macon if my memory serves. It's s little different with a lower split shelf for more storage

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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: DOUG on March 27, 2017, 12:03:16 AM
More tables

https://woodbydana.com/product-category/tables/
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - still debating
Post by: BigMike on March 27, 2017, 08:05:01 AM
Nice Don!  About the same list of things that I bought for about the same money.  It must be the standard newb package they sell.  :)

When is the party?
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - no more debate
Post by: tcdawg on March 27, 2017, 12:26:43 PM
Don, I edited your title on this thread since the debate is over...you will enjoy the egg.  It is an initial investment and learning curve at first but that sucker will last a long time.  I think mine is 7 years old.
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - no more debate
Post by: BigMike on March 27, 2017, 12:33:43 PM
http://outdoorhome.com/image/BGE-TP-large.pdf (http://outdoorhome.com/image/BGE-TP-large.pdf)
Title: Re: Big Green Egg - no more debate
Post by: Mortalis5509 on March 27, 2017, 08:54:35 PM
3 sub 350deg cooks done to cure the felt- sausages, chicken, more sausages.  As you guys know,  I'm surprised it is so easy to use - almost disappointingly easy.  No voodoo too it, it just works and well.  Really happy with the purchase on day 2.  Was thinking I'd have buyers remorse buying a grill that cost so much - nope.  Doing pizza tomorrow.
I usually do pizza at 700 or a little higher. Use parchment paper until the dough firms up and then remove while on grill still. Maybe 10min top and is done.

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Title: Re: Big Green Egg - no more debate
Post by: BigMike on March 28, 2017, 07:14:38 AM
3 sub 350deg cooks done to cure the felt- sausages, chicken, more sausages.  As you guys know,  I'm surprised it is so easy to use - almost disappointingly easy.  No voodoo too it, it just works and well.  Really happy with the purchase on day 2.  Was thinking I'd have buyers remorse buying a grill that cost so much - nope.  Doing pizza tomorrow.
I usually do pizza at 700 or a little higher. Use parchment paper until the dough firms up and then remove while on grill still. Maybe 10min top and is done.

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Those high temps are very hard on the seal.  If you do a lot of pizzas, plan on replacing it regularly.
Title: Big Green Egg - no more debate
Post by: Raisinhead on March 28, 2017, 11:15:53 AM
No issues with any of my seals yet and I run high temps a decent amount