Gas barbeque

tredegarboy replied on 17/07/2017 11:38

Posted on 17/07/2017 11:38

Thinking of purchasing a small to medium barbeque to attach to caravan at outside gas outlet which we have on our Abbey Vogue gts .Any recommendations and would we be able to use at home off similar gas canister

ihatew0rk replied on 18/07/2017 22:20

Posted on 18/07/2017 22:20

I recently bought a table top gas bbq off ebay for about £25. Had to add to the lava rock but is really good value for the money. Is powerful enough to use as an outdoor cooker as well as coping with bbq for 4 people. Can also cook with the lid on if necessary.

wallacebob replied on 18/07/2017 22:58

Posted on 18/07/2017 22:58

+1 , gooutdoors have one, inc lava. Great value, you add your own hose and reg to suit. Much better than Cadac, real BBQ!

richardandros replied on 19/07/2017 09:04

Posted on 19/07/2017 09:04

I have had a few portable gas bbq's over the years and I have to say, most, if not all, have been rubbish. Then I discovered the Weber BabyQ, which whilst expensive, is a high quality product, which grills food perfectly - every time.  It's also very easy to clean with the stove enamelled grill plates.  Downside is that it's a bit heavy but since I carry it in the car, this isn't much of an issue.

I like it so much that I have just bought a second one since I am doing a party for 20 for my wife's 'big' birthday, next month whilst we are away in the caravan.  This one, obviously won't be converted to plug into the van, and I will run it from the large canisters designed for it which I understand are supposed to give up to 5 hrs grilling time.

It easily copes with feeding 4 people and with a bit of jiggling around of food, can cope with enough for 8.  I can assure you, you won't be disappointed - just a question of whether or not you can justify the expense but in the long term, I think it represents better value than all the money I have wasted in the past on those that didn't do the job.

scoutman replied on 19/07/2017 10:12

Posted on 19/07/2017 07:37 by cyberyacht

Note to self - pick up some spare bits of lava next summer when I go to Iceland.

Posted on 19/07/2017 10:12

I know this is some what tongue in cheek CY but you will also pick up a hefty fine if you so much touch any, particularly if it has moss of lichen attached. Lovely country, lovely people but very protective, was told it takes 500 years to regenerate 50 sq mm.

jennyc replied on 25/07/2017 22:21

Posted on 25/07/2017 22:21

You may achieve maximum versility if you run both BBQs via quick release gas connectors.

Fit a short length of gas hose to both BBQs. Fit a quick release male fitting to the lose ends. Then make up two lengths of interconnecting hose, fitting one with a caravan gas point compatible connector (beware, there are two types) and fit a compatible gas regulator to the other. Fit quick release female connectors to both lose ends. Please do take the time to secure all fittings with jubilee clips.

You will now be able to run either BBQ from either supply, enjoy the benefit of untethering your BBQs from trailing tubes during transport or storage and consider a third interconnecting hose for occasions when you want to carry an alternative size bottle.

Merve replied on 26/07/2017 11:17

Posted on 19/07/2017 09:04 by richardandros

I have had a few portable gas bbq's over the years and I have to say, most, if not all, have been rubbish. Then I discovered the Weber BabyQ, which whilst expensive, is a high quality product, which grills food perfectly - every time.  It's also very easy to clean with the stove enamelled grill plates.  Downside is that it's a bit heavy but since I carry it in the car, this isn't much of an issue.

I like it so much that I have just bought a second one since I am doing a party for 20 for my wife's 'big' birthday, next month whilst we are away in the caravan.  This one, obviously won't be converted to plug into the van, and I will run it from the large canisters designed for it which I understand are supposed to give up to 5 hrs grilling time.

It easily copes with feeding 4 people and with a bit of jiggling around of food, can cope with enough for 8.  I can assure you, you won't be disappointed - just a question of whether or not you can justify the expense but in the long term, I think it represents better value than all the money I have wasted in the past on those that didn't do the job.

Posted on 26/07/2017 11:17

I would go with that. Weber are amazingly good BBQS - well built and the food is scrumptious! They are priced at a premium but you get a premium product and if ever one of my two wear out, I know exactly what I will replace it with- another Weber!!  

jennyc replied on 26/07/2017 23:09

Posted on 26/07/2017 11:17 by Merve

I would go with that. Weber are amazingly good BBQS - well built and the food is scrumptious! They are priced at a premium but you get a premium product and if ever one of my two wear out, I know exactly what I will replace it with- another Weber!!  

Posted on 26/07/2017 23:09

Well Merve, since we have two Q gas Webers ourselves I'm going to wholeheartedly endorse your post - so no need to worry 😌

Boff replied on 27/07/2017 10:13

Posted on 27/07/2017 10:13

Yet another vote for Weber Q's we also have two.  Great for doing a full English on a field for 35, Ok a couple of cadac for the eggs and a camping stove for the beans and mushrooms. 

ChrisRogers replied on 27/07/2017 17:39

Posted on 27/07/2017 17:39

Cadac Safari Chef does for us, legs fold up and packs away into a bag. At home just use a 6kg propane with regulator

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