Weber 2013 Sneak Peak

That performer Silver is kinda' cool. Nice an compact, but it still has some table space.It would be a good alternative to an OTG for people with limited space.

CD

I like the Performer Silver.

x 3 silver

I will have a Jumbo Joe before the year is out! :thumb:

I'm looking forward to the Jumbo Joe. I've used my SJS a lot and the larger size will be nice to add a few more things to cook at the same time instead of doing veggies first and then meat, etc. There are times when the SJ is a bit too small and the Performer is a bit bigger than needed for some cooks. Of course I could use my 18.5" three wheeler instead. But that would be rational and I am looking for any reason to buy another grill. :mrgreen:

So a Jumbo Joe it is. I already have a Performer with the gas assist so no need to upgrade the Platinum. I think it's good that they have gone Silver, Gold and Platinum across the board with the charcoal grills.

Any idea when these will be available?

Edit: Amazon is showing the Jumbo Joe in stock now, 69.99 with free shipping.
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Weber-1211001-Jumbo-Charcoal-18-Inch/dp/B0098HR0RC"]Amazon.com: Weber 1211001 Jumbo Joe Gold Charcoal Grill, 18-Inch: Patio, Lawn & Garden[/ame]


They also have the Performer Silver for $229.28.

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Weber-1401001-Performer-Silver-Charcoal/dp/B0098HR1H6/ref=pd_sim_sbs_lg_4"]Amazon.com: Weber 1401001 Performer Silver Charcoal Grill, Black: Patio, Lawn & Garden[/ame]


And one more edit for the Performer Gold in blue at 307.25 with free shipping.

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Weber-1438001-Performer-Charcoal-Grill/dp/B0098HR0ZO/ref=pd_sim_sbs_lg_5"]Amazon.com: Weber 1438001 Performer Gold Charcoal Grill, Dark Blue: Patio, Lawn & Garden[/ame]


And the Platinum at $349 with free shipping.

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Weber-1481001-Performer-Platinum-Charcoal/dp/B0098HR1I0/ref=pd_sim_sbs_lg_3"]Amazon.com: Weber 1481001 Performer Platinum Charcoal Grill, Black: Patio, Lawn & Garden[/ame]

I like them all so long as the handle bracket remains the same!

Someone used the 22" kettle rotisserie with the Jumbo Joe.

http://www.bbqdryrubs.com/weber-jumbo-joe-rotisserie/


Also a few close up assembly pics.

http://www.bbqdryrubs.com/weber-jumbo-joe-assembly/


Home Depot is showing it online only at 59.99 with free shipping.

http://www.homedepot.com/buy/weber-jumbo-joe-gold-charcoal-grill-1211001.html#.UKRVnuTonKA


I found the portable table here for 59.99.


http://www.firecraft.com/product/we...45/charcoal-tailgating-grills-portable-grills

love the table but not the price. that new jj just seem/looks smaller than the older one.

C. Bob

The BbqDryRubs site is mine. I am loving the Jumbo Joe.

I used it as a smoker last night just for kicks and it worked great. 4 hours or rock solid temperature control with no fuss. I will get some pics up in the next day or two of some beef short ribs.

The Jumbo Joe is a winner.

DMSinTexas said:

C. Bob

The BbqDryRubs site is mine. I am loving the Jumbo Joe.

I used it as a smoker last night just for kicks and it worked great. 4 hours or rock solid temperature control with no fuss. I will get some pics up in the next day or two of some beef short ribs.

The Jumbo Joe is a winner.

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I had no idea that was your site when I found the link! It looks like you are really putting it through it's paces. It's good to hear that it has good temperature control. Did you get 4 hours on one load of charcoal or did you have to add some? I look forward to seeing your pics. Also, where did you get yours? I probably won't see one in store here for a few months since winter is coming. I may just order one online.

Here is a video I did grilling some steaks on the Jumbo...peaceful quiet grilling.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=ZcGSFZ6X3X4

Here is my cook log for the beef short ribs: Weather was 60F with light wind.

• 2:30 – Start
• 3:00 – 211F at dome
• 3:30 – 246F at dome. Took a quick peak and since I had it open added three unlit briquettes.
• 4:45 – 248F at dome. Added ten unlit briquettes.
• 7:00 – 276F at dome. Ribs looked delicious and I took them off the pit.
• 7:30 – 275F at dome. 245F at the grate. I was just curious at this point; the ribs were in my belly.
• 8:00 – 267F at dome. I stirred the coals and restacked with tongs.
• 8:30 – 257F at dome. All ribs fully consumed.

I ended up buying the 18 inch hinged grate to make adding charcoal easier. If you wanted to do a really long cook then you will need to use lump. With Kingsford the ash was building up fast and there isn't an easy way to clean it out during a cook.

Again, many apologies for the massive pics. Still can't figure out why my flickr photos wont load.

BobM said:

I like the Performer Silver.

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Yeah, me too! Hope they come in colors besides Black....

To bad the performer silver and gold does not have the gas ignition system, it is the one think I truly love about my old stainless steel red head performer.

DMSinTexas said:

Here is a video I did grilling some steaks on the Jumbo...peaceful quiet grilling.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=ZcGSFZ6X3X4

Here is my cook log for the beef short ribs: Weather was 60F with light wind.

• 2:30 – Start
• 3:00 – 211F at dome
• 3:30 – 246F at dome. Took a quick peak and since I had it open added three unlit briquettes.
• 4:45 – 248F at dome. Added ten unlit briquettes.
• 7:00 – 276F at dome. Ribs looked delicious and I took them off the pit.
• 7:30 – 275F at dome. 245F at the grate. I was just curious at this point; the ribs were in my belly.
• 8:00 – 267F at dome. I stirred the coals and restacked with tongs.
• 8:30 – 257F at dome. All ribs fully consumed.

I ended up buying the 18 inch hinged grate to make adding charcoal easier. If you wanted to do a really long cook then you will need to use lump. With Kingsford the ash was building up fast and there isn't an easy way to clean it out during a cook.

Again, many apologies for the massive pics. Still can't figure out why my flickr photos wont load.

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Did the ash clog the bottom vent or was it ok for the 6 hours that you kept track of the fire? And I'm assuming it takes the same cooking grate as the 18" One touch kettles? I believe the old Smokey Joe Platinum had a slightly different size grate.

I am hoping I have this wrong, but it appears the only Performer with the Touch N Go is the Platinum. None of the other Performer models will have the gas ignition system. That sure seems like a step backwards to me. If anything, I would have liked to see it offered in more models, not less. Hopefully. I am reading this wrong.

benniesdad said:

I am hoping I have this wrong, but it appears the only Performer with the Touch N Go is the Platinum. None of the other Performer models will have the gas ignition system. That sure seems like a step backwards to me. If anything, I would have liked to see it offered in more models, not less. Hopefully. I am reading this wrong.

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You are not wrong. Like I said it is a shame the sisnt put it on all the performers.

I like the Jumbo Joe!

i think its one way to keep the prices down and those with no or non operating
systems have no problems using a chimney.