I am looking for a grill that will work well in a windy (10-15mph) area. Would this lose heat value in wind?
333436
I do cook/grill a lot and have never had any problem with the grill losing the heat, really no problem with this grill, I just love it, No problem at all with the wind, it will keep the heat up, you may have to increase the settings up a little to help it, but all in all, this grill is wonderful.
333437
No I do not think so. We own 2. One in FL and one in IL and both places are windy & I do not have a problem. Great grill.
1053805
The cover is fine in the wind. You do need to secure the heater with the cover to something that will prevent it from falling over. I use my fence poll and a single string. Work well for me.
50350
Mine works fine on low your grill might be catching wind from the back if it is windy that happens to me also
893219
None at all I'm very pleased with this grill. I don't keep it outside, after I grill I always wheel it back into the garage. It's very sturdy and love the option of propane and coal. Hope this helps.
57733
Mild wind can be balanced by using the supplied ground stakes. If the wind is blowing enough to make the reflectors resonate, bring it in. If you have had it set up long enough to obtain cooking temperature, you can fold it and use it as a wonder box (retained temperature oven). Monitor your food temperature and don't let it get into the 'unsafe' range.
747693
Only variable is fan speed. No height adjustment for the cooking grid, etc. I think the appeal of this grill is the incredibly high heat available which gives the ability to sear the outside of the food, similar to a good steakhouse. Obviously a lower fan speed would enable slower cooking times, but I don't think that is this grill's forte, and I haven't tried this. Times of course vary with the thickness of the meat, but are very fast.
1459977
I would not cook over it, it does not have a burner shield like a gas grill does. The tanks cost abt $3.50 and seem to last abt 6 hrs depending on if on high or low. It's more for looks than producing heat. I live in Fl and on a low wind, 60 deg night, fun to have on the porch.
908482
the grill on the front spins..we use it as a window fan in th ebedroom so you have an intermittent breeze hit you as opposed to blowing constantly and directly on you.
72852
I can't imagine this grill cover ripping due to wind. It seems very durable.
248230
I do not think this will stand up to high winds(not sure what high winds constitutes), it can take 40-50 mile winds with no issues as long as it is secured to the ground. Above that I think if anything major like hurricanes or strong storms are coming through you`d have to take of the roofing panels if you don`t want it to get damage. The gazebo is somewhat mediocre(the screws strip out very easily) but it is durable and a great price. There is no snow where I live(there never will be#southeasttexas) but I think it would be fine.
991959
Not that I am aware of. But the burners set down deep in the frame and don't seem to be too affected by the wind etc. Of course I do not use mine in the real outdoors, but in an outdoor kitchen that is partially enclosed. I hope this has helped
728666
That is an excellent question that I have not experimented with to date. I suspect that if there is no wind you could get it down to 150F. The lowest I have cooked with has been 180F. Trust me though, the wood smokes better at 200 and above. Hope that helps.
716041
I find mine works fine. The grill shouldn't be too sensitive to a little water here and there. I purchased to protect against constant exposure to rain and sun.
20386
This stove is very handy and I'm sure you can I'm been thinking about getting one my self the olny problem I've ever had is on windy days you need a wind shield. I work on the road and I use mine every day inside and outside.
2207210
I have used this grill in the rain but only once. And I didn't have a problem. Like anything electric you should be care full around water.
1782470
As far as winds, it can handle up to 15 mph as long as it is attached to a fixed object like a fence. One thing I notice is that the sun really beats it up and there are holes all over the top of it after just two years of exposure.
1736521
I would not depend on the fire pit giving off enough heat when windy or below 60 degrees; get an infrared overhead propane heater to supplement the unit's heat for comfort. It does give off heat, but mostly it is "eye candy". We are very satisfied with the build, design & function of the unit - a very good buy for the price.