Weber smokefire shipped - Page 21

charrederhead · 02-22-2020, 11:54 AM

I'm a Weber kettle/WSM guy. I've never wanted to use/own a pellet grill- I don't even have a gasser- but I've watched/read the roll-out of the SmokeFire with interest, cuz I'm a WEBER GUY-and all I can say is I'm sooooo disappointed in Weber, ESPECIALLY after Kolman's instagram above. I mean wtf, busting balls is the official company response to what is obviously a design flaw (in terms of what the cooker was touted to be able to do)?

It's like: "Indeed! We have perfected the pellet grill! Believe us when we say the grease/ash collection system requires no grease drip pan! Then, after this proves to be flawed- "What, are you guys morons? Of COURSE you need a drip pan for the long, low cooks. Even my 6 yr old daughter knows that!"

Adam05 · 02-22-2020, 12:20 PM

That was a very disappointing and unprofessional Instagram post by Kevin Kolman. He takes another dig at BBM in the comments. Someone commented that his daughter is a pro and Kevin replied "she's a maniac!!". I don't think I'll buy another Weber product based on how they're handling this.

Baychilla · 02-22-2020, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Adam05

That was a very disappointing and unprofessional Instagram post by Kevin Kolman. He takes another dig at BBM in the comments. Someone commented that his daughter is a pro and Kevin replied "she's a maniac!!". I don't think I'll buy another Weber product based on how they're handling this.

In summation (so far - there could always be another train inbound)

Invite YouTube influencers to your announcement/intro party
Claim you don't need to study/test low and slow as "all pellet cookers can smoke"
Claim you've studied all the competition and corrected their flaws
Release a product that appears to be an actual dumpster fire
Attack the people that you counted on to generate positive press leading to increased sales
Bring your child along for the ride

Did I miss anything?

Maylar · 02-22-2020, 12:57 PM

FWIW Lowes is now showing them on their web site. A handful of reviews and not looking good.

Metron · 02-22-2020, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Stlsportster

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Had extremely high hopes for the Smokefire because it's made by Weber. I had some faith in the company. The plan was to wait for the release and then pick one up as a birthday present to myself.

I am quite glad that I did not preorder.

Upon seeing many have issues, I decided to hold off at least a year or until version 2.0 was dropped to see if the cooker would be smoothed out. Some guys are now posting good cooks with no issues and the potential is clearly there in the cooker, but it's not quite delivering. Plus, BBM's grease fire was a straight up blaring alarm.

After seeing Kevin Kolman's above IG post, Weber can go to hell. I will not be purchasing a Smokefire. I will also not be purchasing the 26" Kettle and the Go Anywhere Charcoal I planned on adding to my collection nearer to summer.

4ever3 · 02-22-2020, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Baychilla

In summation (so far - there could always be another train inbound)

Invite YouTube influencers to your announcement/intro party
Claim you don't need to study/test low and slow as "all pellet cookers can smoke"
Claim you've studied all the competition and corrected their flaws
Release a product that appears to be an actual dumpster fire
Attack the people that you counted on to generate positive press leading to increased sales
Bring your child along for the ride

Did I miss anything?

Nope!

Pretty much think you covered it all!

#whatasmokedumpsterfire

SmokyDick · 02-22-2020, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Maylar

FWIW Lowes is now showing them on their web site. A handful of reviews and not looking good.

My lowes had the little one for sale. I wasn't that impressed with it for a grand. I'd rather get the $500 pitboss.

NYC ‘Que · 02-22-2020, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Metron

Had extremely high hopes for the Smokefire because it's made by Weber. I had some faith in the company. The plan was to wait for the release and then pick one up as a birthday present to myself.

I am quite glad that I did not preorder.

Upon seeing many have issues, I decided to hold off at least a year or until version 2.0 was dropped to see if the cooker would be smoothed out. Some guys are now posting good cooks with no issues and the potential is clearly there in the cooker, but it's not quite delivering. Plus, BBM's grease fire was a straight up blaring alarm.

After seeing Kevin Kolman's above IG post, Weber can go to hell. I will not be purchasing a Smokefire. I will also not be purchasing the 26" Kettle and the Go Anywhere Charcoal I planned on adding to my collection nearer to summer.

I just saw that and responded in kind. While I’m not on the market for a GreaseFire, it makes me second guess any future patronage with Weber.

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kenrobin · 02-22-2020, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by KingViper

I posted a review of my Weber SmokeFire EX6. Let me know what you guys think. It's my first blog/review and I tried to be as fair as possible.
https://concision.us/

This is a well thought out & informative review. Thanks for sharing & keep up the great work!

KevinJ · 02-22-2020, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by NYC ‘Que

I just saw that and responded in kind. While I’m not on the market for a GreaseFire, it makes me second guess any future patronage with Weber.

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Arrogance has been the downfall of many talented people, Kevin might just end up finding himself looking for a new job, he can be replaced. A lot of craziness happens on social media, post stupid ish at your own peril.

Do stupid things win stupid prizes hopefully applies here.

kenrobin · 02-22-2020, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by SmoothBoarBBQ

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I don't know why I can't pull myself away from this thread...it's like the dumpster fire is still exciting even though I've been watching it burn for a week now. haha

Me too! I don't own a SmokeFire & it wasn't really on my radar until all of these posts started popping up. Reading the posts & watching the videos along with Weber's response has been fascinating.

NYC ‘Que · 02-22-2020, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by kenrobin

Me too! I don't own a SmokeFire & it wasn't really on my radar until all of these posts started popping up. Reading the posts & watching the videos along with Weber's response has been fascinating.

I agree. It’s like passing a bad accident; you gotta look.

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rwalters · 02-22-2020, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by KevinJ

Arrogance has been the downfall of many talented people, Kevin might just end up finding himself looking for a new job, he can be replaced. A lot of craziness happens on social media, post stupid ish at your own peril.

Do stupid things win stupid prizes hopefully applies here.

Pride comes before a fall... foolish to go that route!

KevinJ · 02-22-2020, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by rwalters

Pride comes before a fall... foolish to go that route!

Yes sir.

WBDubya · 02-22-2020, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by bald

Check out Kevin Kolmans latest Instagram post where he makes a thinly veiled jab at the criticism the grill has received...

Which Kevin Kolman? There are several.

02-22-2020, 11:54 AM	#301
charrederhead Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-29-12 Location: Litchfield County, CT Name/Nickname : Pete	I'm a Weber kettle/WSM guy. I've never wanted to use/own a pellet grill- I don't even have a gasser- but I've watched/read the roll-out of the SmokeFire with interest, cuz I'm a WEBER GUY-and all I can say is I'm sooooo disappointed in Weber, ESPECIALLY after Kolman's instagram above. I mean wtf, busting balls is the official company response to what is obviously a design flaw (in terms of what the cooker was touted to be able to do)? It's like: "Indeed! We have perfected the pellet grill! Believe us when we say the grease/ash collection system requires no grease drip pan! Then, after this proves to be flawed- "What, are you guys morons? Of COURSE you need a drip pan for the long, low cooks. Even my 6 yr old daughter knows that!" __________________ hopelessly, helplessly, happily addicted to a shipload of Webers

02-22-2020, 12:57 PM	#304
Maylar is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 04-21-15 Location: Connecticut Name/Nickname : Dave	FWIW Lowes is now showing them on their web site. A handful of reviews and not looking good. __________________ Sunbeam cast aluminum gasser, Masterbuilt/Cabela's smoker/grill/fryer, Ninja Woodfire Pro

02-22-2020, 12:20 PM	#302
Adam05 Found some matches. Join Date: 06-17-14 Location: Boston, MA	That was a very disappointing and unprofessional Instagram post by Kevin Kolman. He takes another dig at BBM in the comments. Someone commented that his daughter is a pro and Kevin replied "she's a maniac!!". I don't think I'll buy another Weber product based on how they're handling this.