Best barbecue?

[kave]

Re the madkon 600s, it specifies the size as the following:
Closed
60 mm (H) x 370 mm (W) x 650 mm (L)

Open
630 mm (H) x 370 mm (W) x 650 mm (L)

Fire Box
165 mm (D) x 315 mm (W) X 585 mm (L)

Does that mean that it is 60mm + 165mm thick when packed away?

 

[icic]

Lotusgrill for me, very clever design. They use charcoal but are up to cooking temperature in 5 minutes and can be moved about whilst still burning.

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The one in the photo is the large one but I usually use the smaller one in the Cali when there are just 2 of us.

https://lotusgrill.co.uk/grills/LGR-G-STD

This looks like a lovely camping spot, can I ask where it is ?

 

[icic]

The snow peak range is a great bit of kit, the fire pit is fantastic packs up and down in a second. On top of that sits a collapsible BBQ which again folds flat, all this goes into a flat bag. There is also a oven attachment you can get. It’s all made out of aircraft grade stainless steel. It’s expensive but top notch quality.

Pack & Carry Fireplace (M)

Designed and manufactured in Niigata, Japan the Pack & Carry (M) Fireplace is made of durable stainless steel. Use the Pack & Carry Fireplace as the centre piece of gatherings in your backyard or the campfield. The fireplace folds flat for easy transportation and storage, and integrates with a...

snowpeak.co.uk

Oh if you do get it, its worth getting the very heavy duty canvas bag it’s holds all the bits and is super well made. Also worth getting the coal grate as it allows a smaller fire if grilling plus the fire has better airflow even if using just as a fire pit

Fireplace Canvas Bag (S)

Designed in Japan and made of sturdy canvas, the Fireplace Canvas Bag (S) is designed to snugly store the Pack & Carry (S) Fireplace. The bag features durable handles for easy carrying, several pockets for additional storage and straps to ensure closure. Pair the Fireplace Canvas Bag (S) with...

snowpeak.co.uk

Fireplace Coal Bed (M)

Raising the coals of your fire pit will help to slow cook your gourmet meals and also allows you to easily use Charcoal or Briquettes in your Medium Pack & Carry Fireplace.

snowpeak.co.uk

 

[ThomasHJ]

Oh if you do get it, its worth getting the very heavy duty canvas bag it’s holds all the bits and is super well made. Also worth getting the coal grate as it allows a smaller fire if grilling plus the fire has better airflow even if using just as a fire pit

Fireplace Canvas Bag (S)

Designed in Japan and made of sturdy canvas, the Fireplace Canvas Bag (S) is designed to snugly store the Pack & Carry (S) Fireplace. The bag features durable handles for easy carrying, several pockets for additional storage and straps to ensure closure. Pair the Fireplace Canvas Bag (S) with...

snowpeak.co.uk

Fireplace Coal Bed (M)

Raising the coals of your fire pit will help to slow cook your gourmet meals and also allows you to easily use Charcoal or Briquettes in your Medium Pack & Carry Fireplace.

snowpeak.co.uk

@icic I have been considering this one. I love how well it's made an dthe way it folds. I just need it as a fire pit, not as a BBQ. My only thing is, where do you store it in the van?

 

[icic]

@icic I have been considering this one. I love how well it's made an dthe way it folds. I just need it as a fire pit, not as a BBQ. My only thing is, where do you store it in the van?

If you have a slide out tray under the parcel shelf it can fit well on top of the euro crates. That’s why the canvas bag is so good, it completely covers the fire pit when folded so no mess. Also the stainless steel is so good, washing down it with water before packing it away in no way makes it rust or degrades it, it’s very easy to keep clean. It’s an amazing fire pit

 

[Bartleby]

Can I add Wolf and Grizzly to the mix? They make a great collapsible grill and fire pit set. Again, expensive, but such an amazing design. Folds down to nothing (about 30x15x10cm between them), adjustable height grill, and comes with two storage bags and nice extras, like a tool to scrape the bars with. We couple it with a foldable chimney fire starter for the coals and we’re ready to go in 10 mins!



https://uk.wolfandgrizzly.com/

I’ve just pre-ordered the cook set because I’m a bit obsessed

 

[gt_63]

It’s a Skotti for me. Fire pit x coals x gas and compacts down to nothing









Oops - could have edited those screenshots!!

 

[icic]

What’s great about the snow peak is that you can have a really big fire in it with logs, if you get the medium or large one, plus being raised of the ground so much it never singes the grass plus cooking on it can be done while remaining seated

 

[Ch1pbutty]

I like the look of the new ridge monkey one (gas / solid fuel). We have had a gas Cobb for years which is great but takes up a fair amount of space as it’s an odd shape:

Grilla BBQ - RidgeMonkey®

Compact when folded yet ultra-sturdy in use, the stainless steel RidgeMonkey Grilla BBQ is the ultimate portable barbecue and perfect for fishing, camping, trips to the beach and much more. This top of the range gas version features a full-length burner with fully adjustable heat & piezo...

ridgemonkey.co.uk

 

[Broch Hunter]

This looks like a lovely camping spot, can I ask where it is ?

It is indeed a lovely spot. The Camping and Caravan Club site at Haltwhistle in Northumberland.

 

[kurienp]

Re the madkon 600s, it specifies the size as the following:
Closed
60 mm (H) x 370 mm (W) x 650 mm (L)

Open
630 mm (H) x 370 mm (W) x 650 mm (L)

Fire Box
165 mm (D) x 315 mm (W) X 585 mm (L)

Does that mean that it is 60mm + 165mm thick when packed away?

Nope, just 60mm. The firebox sides also pack into the bag.

 

[studioTUNGSTEN]

If you need a wood-burning stove with a charcoal option, this is the best one I can recommend.
We never cooked proper meals inside after this. No effort to ignite as the fan works, very versatile in cooking and warming under the awning. The folding legs, perfect size to fit under the parcel shelf. Bio-Lite Firefit

 

[California4x4]

Some really great options coming out here. Keep them coming please!

 

[66tim99]

Addition of a tripod and hanging grill that can be placed at any height should allow cooking over any size fire. I mostly wild camp and collect drift wood or deadfall rather than using charcoal but charcoal will work also.
It all packs down small and is simple to set up and leaves no damage to the ground.

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Where did you find the tripod, chain and grill?

 

[California4x4]

Where did you find the tripod, chain and grill?

It was from this company. It may be this product. It’s not perfect but it’s the best one I could find. Look at where the chains hook into the grill. It would be better if they hooked into a loop rather than the slight bend, as if you’re a bit aggressive with it, you can find it trying to tip your sausages in the fire. It hasn’t happened yet though.

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[Aca_chap]

If you need a wood-burning stove with a charcoal option, this is the best one I can recommend.
We never cooked proper meals inside after this. No effort to ignite as the fan works, very versatile in cooking and warming under the awning. The folding legs, perfect size to fit under the parcel shelf. Bio-Lite Firefit

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I have this too and it’s VERY good as a fire. How do you manage to cook on it best? Great photos!!
All the best

 

[Ch1pbutty]

It was from this company. It may be this product. It’s not perfect but it’s the best one I could find. Look at where the chains hook into the grill. It would be better if they hooked into a loop rather than the slight bend, as if you’re a bit aggressive with it, you can find it trying to tip your sausages in the fire. It hasn’t happened yet though.

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Get a Dutch oven similar to the below for the top, then it’s very versatile:

PetroMax Dutch Oven With Legs (Various Sizes) - Wild camping Cooking

PetroMax Dutch Oven With Legs (Various Sizes) One of the best and most popular ways for cooking out in the wild or camp site to produce amazing food.

www.woodtowater.co.uk

 

[studioTUNGSTEN]

I have this too and it’s VERY good as a fire. How do you manage to cook on it best? Great photos!!
All the best

Let the fire goes for a while as the medium heat is enough for cooking. There are Griddle and Smoke cover to fit too.

 

[Aca_chap]

If you need a wood-burning stove with a charcoal option, this is the best one I can recommend.
We never cooked proper meals inside after this. No effort to ignite as the fan works, very versatile in cooking and warming under the awning. The folding legs, perfect size to fit under the parcel shelf. Bio-Lite Firefit

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Thank you for this!

I have the skillet and the lid. But I love this pot!! What size is that?
All the best

 

[66tim99]

I've got a 4.5L Petromx dutch oven, but wonder whether I should've bought the one with legs like you linked to, to give a bit more stability on the unstable grill...

 

[studioTUNGSTEN]

Thank you for this!

I have the skillet and the lid. But I love this pot!! What size is that?
All the best

Rustler RS-2388 Cast Iron Saucepan with Matching Lid

It's 19.5 x 30.5 x 9.3 cm, a perfect fit for making soups and ragu's.

 

[kave]

I got a price on the madkon ammobox, about 500€ with the lid delivered to Sweden. A bit much I thought. Then I looked at the Biolite Firepit which is the same with the lid and options. In that compare I guess the Madkon is built for life and the Firepit who rusts quite soon is to be replaced. The sound of the Firepit would probably drive med crazy too.

 

[kave]

An honest review of the Firepit:

https://www.google.se/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwjQ78Ko2pvwAhV2AxAIHSjnApcQwqsBMAB6BAgTEAM&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DBYySwCJBicA&usg=AOvVaw2ombZJ9Q1XxHPpksDOrSY7

 

[studioTUNGSTEN]

An honest review of the Firepit:

https://www.google.se/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwjQ78Ko2pvwAhV2AxAIHSjnApcQwqsBMAB6BAgTEAM&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DBYySwCJBicA&usg=AOvVaw2ombZJ9Q1XxHPpksDOrSY7

Yes. We all have things to suit our purpose.
Fire-fit is just fit to my travel style, easy to light, easy to clean& store in the van, cooking & heating.

In case you need extensive use of wood fire like him, better to look for a rocket stove. ;-)

 

[66tim99]

An honest review of the Firepit:

https://www.google.se/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwjQ78Ko2pvwAhV2AxAIHSjnApcQwqsBMAB6BAgTEAM&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DBYySwCJBicA&usg=AOvVaw2ombZJ9Q1XxHPpksDOrSY7

Looks like the 2021 upgrade is enamelled to prevent rusting.
https://uk.bioliteenergy.com/products/firepit-plus
I wouldn't like the fan noise though. Is it intrusive @studioTUNGSTEN ?