Snow Peak Addiction
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spressomon
Expedition Leader
I've tried lump and Kingsford in three different flavors and I just can't get the heat I need and want out my BBQ Box...I've used a few coals as well as a pile to the same lack of high heat/sear heat. Not all that impressed for what it cost!
But compact it is!
cactusjk
Explorer
Sounds like my problem. Probably need the grate always on high.
What is the best way to clean the mesh?
What is the best way to clean the mesh?
sierrahsky
Adventurer
I picked up a snow peak mug from rei and it holds my bottle perfect. its this one. http://www.rei.com/product/708071
Just thinking out loud but perhaps these BBQ grills were designed more for Japanese style Yakitori... like smaller bite sized eats. That's the type of grilling I mostly see while in Japan.
OverlandGourmet
New member
I have a 2 Unit IGT that I'm going to demo and test out this weekend at the SyncroFest in Hollister. I am still waiting to hear back from Snow Peak regarding when we'll have this available in the US. A lot of products are on back order so it's a waiting game right now. With respect to the Cook Partner burner adapter for the IGT, we're meeting with the fabrication shop on Wednesday to review the layout/design and determine cost/production time/etc if we move forward. I'll keep everyone posted on the detail as I know more.
Cheers!
cactusjk
Explorer
Thanks for the update! The inside cover of the latest Overland Journal shows the 2 Unit several times...
OverlandGourmet
New member
We use the BBQ box on every trip and haven't had any real issues with respect to getting enough heat of out it.
I guess my two questions would be how much charcoal are you using and how are you lighting it/bringing the coals up to temperature?
When we use it this weekend @ SyncroFest I'll take some photos of how we use the BBQ box in the field and we can see if there is anything we're doing differently?
OverlandGourmet
New member
Gear Guide 2011 or Spring 2011? I know Spring went to print a couple weeks back, but I didn't know that it was out yet ..
tdesanto
Expedition Leader
The problem with the single BBQ box (I don't have experience with the double BBQ box) is that the fire pan doesn't really allow for air circulating under the coals. The coals choke themselves in their own ashes. I've heard of people having good luck drilling holes in the fire pan to allow air under the coals. I tried something different: I found a grill grate that was just the length and just cut the width to fit. It rests on the sloped sides of the fire pan and holds the coals about 1/2-1" above the bottom. This allows air to circulate underneath. Now, the coals will burn until there's nothing left but ash. The heat is now more consistent and burns for quite a while. I can now sear meats or slow cook with the lid on without the coals going cold.
OverlandGourmet
New member
You're right on the money. All of the Snow Peak products are designed for the Japanese and then select products are exported for sale in the US and other markets. For example, order a Snow Peak table and you'll wonder why it is so low. From my understanding, the BBQ is designed for individual use or a small group of family or friends enjoying Yakitori and other grilled delights - not huge t-bones or slabs of baby back ribs. That is when we break out two Double BBQ Boxes and go to town!
cactusjk
Explorer