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I am looking for a rail mount charcoal BBQ big enough to cook 2 steaks at a time, max. Must stow in small space, perhaps foldable. Pictures of homebuilt gizmos are appreciated.

I just don't see having a big cooker, all of the time in the way, that one might use 2 or 3 times a week. I would like to be able to take it out, plop it on the rail, dump the coals overboard, and stow it away.

Any ideas or pics great appreciated.
 
I use a gas round magma grill. It breaks down and stows easliy. Mounts on several different type of holder. I use one for my rod holder to save space.

I use gas because nothing say " come swim in me" like a lake full of used charcoal. :(
 
We have a Magma charcoal grill and have had it for a long time. It works well and also built an arm and support that allows us to use a rod holder to support the grill over the water. We use match lite charcoal for an easy start. You can find these grills, both charcoal and gas at West Marine.
Jack
 
WOW! Didn't realize the lakes in Washington were so small. Half a cup of biodegradable charcoal ashes......????
 
I have the Magma Trailmate BBQ. One of the smallest on the market but still a good size for two people. Yes it is gas, but storing a propane bottle takes up less space than a bag of charcoal and charcoal lighter sticks or starter fluid.

I have a lot of gear stored on my boat and the 3 v-berth lockers are still almost empty.

Martin.
 
When I lived in the Caribbean on my Morgan 33, I had a propane BBQ mounted on the stern rail. It got some use, but my favorite memories are of a campfire on the beach; a pot luck dinner, and chicken, goat, pork, or sometimes beef sizzling over a charcoal fire. I could never get the same taste from a gas grill. Personally, and it is certainly a personal choice, I prefer a charcoal grill.

I appreciate the suggestions you have given.
 
check out cobb grills.

they don't mount on a rail, but they can be set virtually anywhere as the outside base doesn't get hot. only uses a few briquets.

I've been using one for a few years now, love it.

http://www.cobbq.com
 
Ashley: We researched the Cobb on line and it certainly is versatile and a few briquettes go a long way. My only question is, at 12" X 13", where do you guys store the stove when not in use?
 
anchorout":1nccla51 said:
Ashley: We researched the Cobb on line and it certainly is versatile and a few briquettes go a long way. My only question is, at 12" X 13", where do you guys store the stove when not in use?
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I don't know how Ashley Lynn does it, but I'd get a nylon duffel bag, put in the grille and charcoal (wrapped in a plastic bag to be sure it stays dry), zip it up and tie it down on the roof, engine well, or cockpit if I didn't room in the cabin.

The duffel bag keeps it organized, clean(er), and moveable as a unit, both on and off the boat- for use on shore and for cleaning (dishwasher).

Joe. :teeth :thup
 
The cobb grill comes with a carrying case....once it cools down, put it in the case and put it just about anywhere. we usually set it under the dinette.

I got a deal on mine from West Marine for about $60....a few years ago.
 
Thanks Ashley. That is the way I will go.
 
Gratitude:
West Marine use to stock this type. They did not sell for long. Before I left for the Caribbean, I bought one and mounted it on the rail. If there was the slightest breeze, it would not work. I even tried throwing a fire cloth over it to block the wind. The only way that I could use it was to place it on the floor of the cockpit on a mount that I fabricated. I finally gave it to a native in Grenada and bought a kettle type charcoal unit. No problem there.

This was my experience. Maybe it will work for you, or maybe that is why they are so cheap.
 
I went to the flea market in Houston to see what might be available. Everything I saw was to big for just the two of us. But then I saw a booth full of stainless steel cookware. $4.00 each for two SS mixing bowls. Lowes has stretched steel mesh for $10.00. I had the SS hardware from other projects. It cooks 2 steaks and stores in a 10 1/2 X 10 1/2 X 6" cubby hole. The mount was fabricated from various pieces of tubing and also holds a cutting board.

Check out my pictures.
 
Maybe it's just me, but I get nervous just thinking about mounting a BBQ near the engines or fuel tank breather outlet. I mounted mine well forward of the engines (pics in Nomad mods album). I also put a cover over the fuel tank breather, a rubber cup that you put on the bottom of chair legs and walking sticks. Copied from 'Kerri On'.

Martin.
 
I use a small rectangular Weber Propane grill while bird hunting and it works well for burgers and steaks as well. The Weber brand can be pricy. However, knock offs are available for far less.

Gratitude
 
There are so many BBQs to choose from. I saw one that folded into a briefcase type case. It came in two SMALL sizes. One held 3 briquettes and was good to cook one hot dog or sausage. The other was slightly bigger. I guess if you slice a ribeye into strips......
 
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