Buying a new BBQ - can you recommend one?

[shafty]

Folks, time has come for a new barbie (as I wheel the 4 y.o. K Mart special toward the dump.)

Wanting to fork out for a decent LONG LASTING bugger - can anyone who has, hopefully done some research themselves () recommend something? General desires include hood, stainless, 4 burners

Cheers Winners

Shafty

[short-circuit]

http://www.webernz.co.nz/

[shafty]

http://www.webernz.co.nz/

Thanks Circuit, do you have one? I can only find a 3 burner (Max.) on their site....

[Nasty]

Don't forget to help it last the distance a really good cover is a must!

[PrincessBandit]

http://www.webernz.co.nz/

Don't forget to help it last the distance a really good cover is a must!

We have a weber charcoal burning kettle bbq. Sure it takes more time in preparation for setting it up, but Balu reckons he'd never go back to a gas one now. And yes, Nasty's point of a good cover is essential if your bbq is out in the elements.

[240]

Plus one for the Weber charcoal kettle.

I grab a big bag of charcoal from Moore Wilsons and that's it.

Yeah it takes longer than gas (if you want fast food go to kfc ) but it tastes HEEEEEAPS better and the smoke and fire is part of the whole thing.

Cooking with gas ? you may as well use your oven inside.

[ynot slow]

Stainless burners,powder coated frame,and cover,store in garage,nuff said.Funnily the K Mart Warehouse ones seem not bad,but for an extra few $$$ maybe bbq stores to get the product knowledge from staff is option,then decide,my hooded has volcanic rocks which I insist always for flavour,but then again was a trademe special,burners getting past it and was covered,but prolly 6=10yrs old.

[MSTRS:Me]

If you want long-lasting versatility, get...

Stainless steel construction
SS burners
Deep lid (for beer can chicken)
Temperature gauge
4 burners
Side burner is handy
Individual igniters
Ability to mix/match plates, grills, deep dish
Decent size rack (goes without saying...)
Large wheels with brakes

[shafty]

If you want long-lasting versatility, get...

Stainless steel construction
SS burners
Deep lid (for beer can chicken)
Temperature gauge
4 burners
Side burner is handy
Individual igniters
Ability to mix/match plates, grills, deep dish
Decent size rack (goes without saying...)
Large wheels with brakes

Agreed MSTRS, so make/model and price thanks!

Consumer mag points me away from Masport for example - just wanting a heads up on a SS one which someone can vouch for. The Consumer test is 12 months old......

Thanks Guys.......

[MSTRS:Me]

About 10 years ago, I bought a Jayline from a now-defunct specialist shop (4 Seasons), which has all of the above.
It also has a rotisserie, which I wouldn't bother with. Tried it once and was useless.
I paid $1500 for it, but similar/same features can be had for half that these days.
It lives outside, hasn't had a cover for years, and it is not an embarassment...

If I was looking for a new one, I'd go to the likes of The BBQ Factory (or other specialist store). I'd check out features, accessory range, price, guarantee etc. Then armed with exactly what I wanted, I'd check out what's available at the likes of Briscoes and Mitre 10, which will prolly be cheaper. However - I wouldn't go the cheaper way UNLESS I got what I had decided I needed in a BBQ, at a similar quality to the specialist store's wares.

[Blackbird]

Shafty,

A couple of years ago, I bought a Rinnai Maxim X4 on the recommendation of a neighbour and haven't regretted it. Enamelled and stainless construction, hood, 4 stainless burners plus a circular burner ring on one side for a pot. It also has a rotisserie which I use a lot. Also has a rack if you're not using the rotisserie. Comes with a cover. The neighbour had done a fair bit of research and the Rinnai had a higher BTU output than a lot of the cheap imports. Cost around $900 from Mitre 10 in Thames.

Can easily take some photos if you're interested.

BTW, my neighbour also advised me to buy the enamelled version rather than the all-stainless one as they don't show grease streaks and other dirt as much as the all-stainless ones.

Cheers,

Geoff

[steve_t]

What's your budget? I got something like this

http://www.thewarehouse.co.nz/red/ca...ll?SKU=1517397

and it is exceptionally good value. If you want to cook stuff well on a BBQ, you have to get a hooded one IMO.

[Swoop]

About 10 years ago, I bought a Jayline from a now-defunct specialist shop (4 Seasons)

They are still in existance. Perhaps your local branch closed down?

http://www.4seasons.co.nz/store/index.php

[Tigadee]

Large wheels with brakes

Are drum brakes OK or should they be all discs?

[Latte]

I have a "calypso" brand BBQ that's actually made from stainless sheet onsite somewhere in manukau. Designed for marine use , it has Stainless chassis, hood, rotisseries (cast grilles). Hardwood handles.

Paid ~$1000 for it 5 years ago, and has been out in the elements (no cover) since then... apart from needing a clean still works mint and looks tidy. Only complaint is heat control a little hard.