Advice on first kettle purchase

[Bob Correll]

 

[G Savrnoch]

Thanks for everyone's input. I just placed my order for a Performer Platinum in Copper !! May have it tomorrow....steaks are waiting !! Probably gonna end up with a Smokey Joe Gold also to take to the beach later this summer.Hi,my name is Matt and I have a problem..........!!

Good choice - you'll not regret it. Just got a crimson Performer myself..........it was a tough colour choice between it and the copper - CONGRATS.

Spend some time over in the portable grill section reading up on Smokeys. If you want to build a mini smoker, the gold is good choice. If you primarily want a grill, I hear the silver is better for hotter cooks due to the difference in it's bottom vent vs. the gold - so I hear. I'm looking at one too but may go with the Jumbo.

 

[Matt Grabill]

I read that also about temperature difference between the two.I was thinking the gold would be less messy in wind without ash dropping out the bottom and I think you can work with lid placement to help control temps.I like the lid clamp/holder feature too.Don't think you could go wrong with either.

 

[Alan Soden]

I am not a huge fan of the Performer 2nd generation plastic tables.
Here's one that owner improved with a piece of counter top from IKEA.
Looks very snazzy...

So if you find a 2nd gen Performer with a good kettle but a less-than-desirable table, there is hope.

Me too! Just got a Performer Platinum on CL for $150, truly almost new. Love this wooden table, guess I'm going to IKEA this weekend.
2 questions - what is the slot that runs the length of the front between the Weber logo and the tool hooks? Is it for mounting accessories, like what appears to be a baster/mop above?
Next - I'm terrified of scratching the enamel by placing it in the lid holder, it seems like the metal loop could do some damage, anybody ever hear of this happening?

 

[Kevin L (NKY)]

Thanks for everyone's input. I just placed my order for a Performer Platinum in Copper !! May have it tomorrow....steaks are waiting !! Probably gonna end up with a Smokey Joe Gold also to take to the beach later this summer.Hi,my name is Matt and I have a problem..........!!

Congrats to the start of a great sickness that lasts a life time. Good choice.

 

[Alan Soden]

Me too! Just got a Performer Platinum on CL for $150, truly almost new. Love this wooden table, guess I'm going to IKEA this weekend.
2 questions - what is the slot that runs the length of the front between the Weber logo and the tool hooks? Is it for mounting accessories, like what appears to be a baster/mop above?
Next - I'm terrified of scratching the enamel by placing it in the lid holder, it seems like the metal loop could do some damage, anybody ever hear of this happening?

OK - dork alert. The "slot" is just painted on. My bad...