If you are getting ride, I will look after it for you.But I'm not sure I'd like the alternatives better.
I have 3 gas appliances. The Cadac, a cheap Campingaz Bistro equivalent, and an Alpkit Brukit as a kettle. I generally cook meat/sauce in the Cadac bow or grill, and a pasta/rice on the Bistro stove. There are 4 of us to cater for - 2 kids aged 6 and 4. We will typically be spending 1 to 2 nights in a place, so speed of setup and stowage is important.
I do like that the Cadac has the built in legs and all zips up into a nice bag and that it is quick to set up and pack, and the lid is useful for keeping wind off.
I don't like that it is such a pain to clean, and food sticks to it so easily. I also don't like that the grill isn't quite big enough to cook for 4 in one go. Ideal if we were 2 though.
Thinking of selling it and getting something else.
- I could get a Dual burner stove like the CampingGaz Xcelerate 600 and a set of collapsible frying pans/saucepans. I like that it has a built in stand and windshield, and looks quick to set up. But it doesn't have great reviews, and doesn't seem to be able to do gentle heat.
- I could get another £15 Bistro and the collapsible pans and I've got a dual stove set up for little cost. 2 frying pans on the go give me the cooking area for 4 people.
- I could upgrade in size and cost to the Carri Chef. I suspect this has the same sticking problems and is still a pain to clean, and is probably takes up way too much space for just 4 people on a 1 to 2 night stay.
- Just stick with the Cadac, quit complaining, and find something else to worry about.
- Any other alternatives?
Leaning to option 2 at the moment. Anyone had the same (1st world) problems?
But I'm not sure I'd like the alternatives better.
I have 3 gas appliances. The Cadac, a cheap Campingaz Bistro equivalent, and an Alpkit Brukit as a kettle. I generally cook meat/sauce in the Cadac bow or grill, and a pasta/rice on the Bistro stove. There are 4 of us to cater for - 2 kids aged 6 and 4. We will typically be spending 1 to 2 nights in a place, so speed of setup and stowage is important.
I do like that the Cadac has the built in legs and all zips up into a nice bag and that it is quick to set up and pack, and the lid is useful for keeping wind off.
I don't like that it is such a pain to clean, and food sticks to it so easily. I also don't like that the grill isn't quite big enough to cook for 4 in one go. Ideal if we were 2 though.
Thinking of selling it and getting something else.
- I could get a Dual burner stove like the CampingGaz Xcelerate 600 and a set of collapsible frying pans/saucepans. I like that it has a built in stand and windshield, and looks quick to set up. But it doesn't have great reviews, and doesn't seem to be able to do gentle heat.
- I could get another £15 Bistro and the collapsible pans and I've got a dual stove set up for little cost. 2 frying pans on the go give me the cooking area for 4 people.
- I could upgrade in size and cost to the Carri Chef. I suspect this has the same sticking problems and is still a pain to clean, and is probably takes up way too much space for just 4 people on a 1 to 2 night stay.
- Just stick with the Cadac, quit complaining, and find something else to worry about.
- Any other alternatives?
Leaning to option 2 at the moment. Anyone had the same (1st world) problems?
This reminds me ... 2 years ago in Austria I was moving some things out of the boot of the Cali when I accidentally dropped the can of Cadac cleaner on the tarmac hard stand ... it burst (exploded!) and foam went every where - EVERYWHERE!!!! The whole hard stand and grass next to it were covered in it, as was I (it flipping stung!!). Spent about 30mins trying to scoop armfuls of it into bin bags or wash it away (while my 3 unsympathetic travel companions watched, doubled over with laughter). I don’t like that stuff any more!
I love mine! Leave the griddle to soak for a couple of minutes and cleaning is easy. Pity I paid full price, I could have bought yoursBut I'm not sure I'd like the alternatives better.
I have 3 gas appliances. The Cadac, a cheap Campingaz Bistro equivalent, and an Alpkit Brukit as a kettle. I generally cook meat/sauce in the Cadac bow or grill, and a pasta/rice on the Bistro stove. There are 4 of us to cater for - 2 kids aged 6 and 4. We will typically be spending 1 to 2 nights in a place, so speed of setup and stowage is important.
I do like that the Cadac has the built in legs and all zips up into a nice bag and that it is quick to set up and pack, and the lid is useful for keeping wind off.
I don't like that it is such a pain to clean, and food sticks to it so easily. I also don't like that the grill isn't quite big enough to cook for 4 in one go. Ideal if we were 2 though.
Thinking of selling it and getting something else.
- I could get a Dual burner stove like the CampingGaz Xcelerate 600 and a set of collapsible frying pans/saucepans. I like that it has a built in stand and windshield, and looks quick to set up. But it doesn't have great reviews, and doesn't seem to be able to do gentle heat.
- I could get another £15 Bistro and the collapsible pans and I've got a dual stove set up for little cost. 2 frying pans on the go give me the cooking area for 4 people.
- I could upgrade in size and cost to the Carri Chef. I suspect this has the same sticking problems and is still a pain to clean, and is probably takes up way too much space for just 4 people on a 1 to 2 night stay.
- Just stick with the Cadac, quit complaining, and find something else to worry about.
- Any other alternatives?
Leaning to option 2 at the moment. Anyone had the same (1st world) problems?
Have you used this yet? We looked at one today and thought it was good.
I think I'm going to get the Grillo Chef, with Paella or Chef pan, and reversible plate, along with the little Tapas pans. That looks like it will do a fryup/grill for 4 people, and everything is non-stick. I can use the Bistro as a 2nd burner where needed. The Carri Chef would be nice, but is just too big.No not reallyBut I'm not sure I'd like the alternatives better.
I have 3 gas appliances. The Cadac, a cheap Campingaz Bistro equivalent, and an Alpkit Brukit as a kettle. I generally cook meat/sauce in the Cadac bow or grill, and a pasta/rice on the Bistro stove. There are 4 of us to cater for - 2 kids aged 6 and 4. We will typically be spending 1 to 2 nights in a place, so speed of setup and stowage is important.
I do like that the Cadac has the built in legs and all zips up into a nice bag and that it is quick to set up and pack, and the lid is useful for keeping wind off.
I don't like that it is such a pain to clean, and food sticks to it so easily. I also don't like that the grill isn't quite big enough to cook for 4 in one go. Ideal if we were 2 though.
Thinking of selling it and getting something else.
- I could get a Dual burner stove like the CampingGaz Xcelerate 600 and a set of collapsible frying pans/saucepans. I like that it has a built in stand and windshield, and looks quick to set up. But it doesn't have great reviews, and doesn't seem to be able to do gentle heat.
- I could get another £15 Bistro and the collapsible pans and I've got a dual stove set up for little cost. 2 frying pans on the go give me the cooking area for 4 people.
- I could upgrade in size and cost to the Carri Chef. I suspect this has the same sticking problems and is still a pain to clean, and is probably takes up way too much space for just 4 people on a 1 to 2 night stay.
- Just stick with the Cadac, quit complaining, and find something else to worry about.
- Any other alternatives?
Leaning to option 2 at the moment. Anyone had the same (1st world) problems?
Yes. It was great.You get a nice bag with it as well
Hi there, I'm currently thinking about buying one of these as they look great. However, im not sure if I should get the pro deluxe or the pro deluxe QR. Im assuming the only difference is the factory fitted quick release connection?
I have the QR which is great. The Quick release attaches to the flexi connection on the side.
Cheers for the photos, it looks like the Cadac 2 Cook Pro Deluxe is the same as the Cadac 2 Cook Pro Deluxe QR(Quick Release)
Literally bought a QR fitting for mine this weekend. Go Outdoors. Game changer.
Hey, hows all with you, have you managed to do much camping this year? How do you like the Cadac 2 Cook Pro Deluxe? is it worth buying?
We have done a few weekend trips here in Ireland and planning a possible two week trip here later in the year, not sure if I’ll get to the continent this year.
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