BBQ Deals Thread

[Deal Surfer]

Canadian Tire now has the 485 on sale for $399 (1/2 price): Napoleon%2BTed%2BReader%2B485%2BSeries%2B3-Burner%2BPropane%2BBBQ.jsp (http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/2/OutdoorLiving/TheOutdoorRoom/ClassicFurniture/PRD~0851656P/Napoleon%2BTed%2BReader%2B485%2BSeries%2B3-Burner%2BPropane%2BBBQ.jsp)

I'm looking for NG and think I'll pick up the 485 with the IR sideburner.

Gormans is also having a clearance on all of their bbqs and I'm going to go there and check it out.

[Acadian]

I got a Signet 20 for $370 (tax incl.) at HH two weekends ago. I can't seem to find very many reviews on it. Propane, not NG.

Is this a good BBQ? ...good price?

Cheers!

[squid]

Canadian Tire now has the 485 on sale for $399 (1/2 price): Napoleon%2BTed%2BReader%2B485%2BSeries%2B3-Burner%2BPropane%2BBBQ.jsp (http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/2/OutdoorLiving/TheOutdoorRoom/ClassicFurniture/PRD~0851656P/Napoleon%2BTed%2BReader%2B485%2BSeries%2B3-Burner%2BPropane%2BBBQ.jsp)

I'm looking for NG and think I'll pick up the 485 with the IR sideburner.

Gormans is also having a clearance on all of their bbqs and I'm going to go there and check it out.

Thanks. Got the CT TR485. One more left at CT Richmond 3 Road

[pbcsd]

Anything recent come up? My 7 year old Weber is starting to look really tired (though still works perfectly!)...

[brucered]

Anything recent come up? My 7 year old Weber is starting to look really tired (though still works perfectly!)...

if you have a weber that works perfectly, keep it. no point in upgrading or downgrading if you don't buy another weber.

if you are the original owner, try calling weber and getting some parts warrantied, from what i understand and have seen first hand, their warranty is one of the best in the bbq business.

[klawman19]

For those still looking for a BBQ on clearance in the GVR area, I was down to the Broil-Mate 3-burner at HD for $299 and the Char-Broil 4-burner at London Drugs for $349. In the end, I didn't think I needed an extra burner, so I went with the Broil-Mate and picked up one tonight. There was still 5 left at the HD on Terminal Ave.

[rcthorne]

Anyone happen to see any deals on Smokers.....Preferably in the $100-$200 Range....I'm just a smoking beginner and am not looking for anything too serious...I tried doing it with my Broil King Signet 90, But the I can't keep the Temp Low enough.....

[delavoie]

Anyone happen to see any deals on Smokers.....Preferably in the $100-$200 Range....I'm just a smoking beginner and am not looking for anything too serious...I tried doing it with my Broil King Signet 90, But the I can't keep the Temp Low enough.....

If your ever in the USA, check out this model at Cabela's, i picked it up last year and it's awesome. It's a 7 in 1, so you can use is has a propane bbq, charcoal bbq, deep fryer, boiler, propane smoker and charcoal smoker.
It holds the temps perfectly using propane, it's also great to use to bbq with charcoal, because you can use the propane to get the coals going. No need to soak everything in lighter fluid.
It sells for $179.

http://images.cabelas.com/is/image/cabelas/s7_513587_imageset_02?$main-Large$

[pbcsd]

if you have a weber that works perfectly, keep it. no point in upgrading or downgrading if you don't buy another weber.

if you are the original owner, try calling weber and getting some parts warrantied, from what i understand and have seen first hand, their warranty is one of the best in the bbq business.

The issue is more cosmetics. It's one of the older Silver series which simply came without doors, etc. Just black with tube legs and pretty ugly! Was looking for a larger one with stainless steel, doors, etc.

[rfitz69]

I am looking for a Natural Gas BBQ, preferably Broil King, Napoleon, maybe Webber if the deal was right. Anyone see any deals recently in the GTA?

Any help would be great

[Strider]

For anyone looking for a small/cheap BBQ, Rona has a Broil King on for 50% off this Friday only (daily deals). Regular $379, sale price $189.50.

Looks to be the Crown 10 model 44,000 BTU, 635 sq in total area, 400 sq in primary

[Spray]

Propane?

For anyone looking for a small/cheap BBQ, Rona has a Broil King on for 50% off this Friday only (daily deals). Regular $379, sale price $189.50.

Looks to be the Crown 10 model 44,000 BTU, 635 sq in total area, 400 sq in primary

[Strider]

Propane?

Yes, Propane
http://www.rona.ca/shop/~barbecue-44000-btu-propane-gas-barbecue-broil-king-385821_broil-king_barbecues_summer-seasonal_shop

[Brianflagger]

Yes, Propane
http://www.rona.ca/shop/~barbecue-44000-btu-propane-gas-barbecue-broil-king-385821_broil-king_barbecues_summer-seasonal_shop

I believe that model has an inferior burner compared with the Crown series.

But still a good deal, especially with the rotisserie.

[aha1980]

For anyone looking for a small/cheap BBQ, Rona has a Broil King on for 50% off this Friday only (daily deals). Regular $379, sale price $189.50.

Looks to be the Crown 10 model 44,000 BTU, 635 sq in total area, 400 sq in primary

Where do you see the daily deals advertised? Checked the website and didn't have any luck finding anything about it.

[reddeals]

Where do you see the daily deals advertised? Checked the website and didn't have any luck finding anything about it.

It is in this week's flyer. Does anyone have this BBQ? how is the quality?

[brucered]

Anyone happen to see any deals on Smokers.....Preferably in the $100-$200 Range....I'm just a smoking beginner and am not looking for anything too serious...I tried doing it with my Broil King Signet 90, But the I can't keep the Temp Low enough.....

check out costco.ca

http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=10328135&search=smoker&Mo=7&cm_re=1_en-_-Top_Left_Nav-_-Top_search&lang=en-CA&Nr=P_CatalogName:BCCA&Sp=S&N=0&whse=BCCA&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntk=Text_Search&Dr=P_CatalogName:BCCA&Ne=4000000&D=smoker&Ntt=smoker&No=1&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Nty=1&topnav=&s=1

$85 for a charcoal smoker/bbq. get's decent review on amazon.com, and if you are just starting out in smoking, it might be a nice start.

[stormsong]

It is in this week's flyer. Does anyone have this BBQ? how is the quality?

I'm interested to see how this is as well, I could pick this up before work lol, even though i've been looking for a weber the whole time, a good deal is a good deal

do the side fold down for this bbq?

[LesterZhang]

Where do you see the daily deals advertised? Checked the website and didn't have any luck finding anything about it.

check here: http://flyers.rona.ca/Flyers/NG9/C1/neutral/NG9_C1.pdf

[aha1980]

I'm interested to see how this is as well, I could pick this up before work lol, even though i've been looking for a weber the whole time, a good deal is a good deal

do the side fold down for this bbq?

Here's a link to the model # and the assembly guide. Looks like the side does fold down.

http://www.omcimages.com/ImageFolio/ImageFolio42_files/gallery_gg_1138_excel/Site_Manuals/BroilKing/10084-K54_Rev_C_1108.pdf

[Strider]

I believe that model has an inferior burner compared with the Crown series.

But still a good deal, especially with the rotisserie.

I looked through Broil King's website, and can't find any lower/inferior models that match the specs... unless it's an older model?
I'm still guessing it's the Crown 10, unless proven wrong.

Don't know anything about it, just thought I'd throw it out there. I'm looking for something a little higher budget myself - NG, infrared. But for $200, a broil king is probably a better bet than comparably priced centro/masterchef/charmglow/superstore/etc no name brands.

[More_or_less]

Here's a link to the model # and the assembly guide. Looks like the side does fold down.

http://www.omcimages.com/ImageFolio/ImageFolio42_files/gallery_gg_1138_excel/Site_Manuals/BroilKing/10084-K54_Rev_C_1108.pdf

According to an associate I spoke to at Rona, it's the 9959-74, so it's different than the Crown 10.

[Brianflagger]

According to an associate I spoke to at Rona, it's the 9959-74, so it's different than the Crown 10.

Yep. They have the same assembly manual, but if you look at the parts list you can see the differences.

http://www.omcimages.com/ImageFolio/ImageFolio42_files/gallery_gg_1138_excel/Site_Manuals/BroilKing/10084-K54_Rev_C_1108.pdf

The Crown 10 has the "Super 8 Infinity" burner, whereas the 9959-74 has the "H" style burner. Besides that seems to be cosmetic differences (except of course 9959-74 has the rotisserie)

Wonder how many they'll have per store.

[stormsong]

Yep. They have the same assembly manual, but if you look at the parts list you can see the differences.

http://www.omcimages.com/ImageFolio/ImageFolio42_files/gallery_gg_1138_excel/Site_Manuals/BroilKing/10084-K54_Rev_C_1108.pdf

The Crown 10 has the "Super 8 Infinity" burner, whereas the 9959-74 has the "H" style burner. Besides that seems to be cosmetic differences (except of course 9959-74 has the rotisserie)

Wonder how many they'll have per store.


but overall for 189.50 it's a good deal for the bbq right? i'm no bbq expert i dont know what makes the crown 10 better and stuff, i just want a good grill for a good price and i didnt' get to buy one for the whole summer ;/ i'm planning to pick it up fri morning before work hah

[NeedADeal]

Has anyone seen any higher end BBQs? I'm not willing to spend more than $2,000 after discount and want to save at least 50%.

[regwong88]

Has anyone seen any higher end BBQs? I'm not willing to spend more than $2,000 after discount and want to save at least 50%.

I saw a weber BBQ (big one not sure the model) which on sale for 1899 from 3299 on woodbine & Hwy7 and may be you can price match at homedepot to save 10% more.

[NeedADeal]

I saw a weber BBQ (big one not sure the model) which on sale for 1899 from 3299 on woodbine & Hwy7 and may be you can price match at homedepot to save 10% more.

Thanks. What was the name of the store you saw it in?

[harria5]

check here: http://flyers.rona.ca/Flyers/NG9/C1/neutral/NG9_C1.pdf

Is this special only available online or in-store? My Rona is old and small and they only had a couple of BBQs last time I was there.

Flyer says that quantities are limited, so I am wondering if I need to try another location on Friday or if I should try to order online.

[RTM]

Is this special only available online or in-store? My Rona is old and small and they only had a couple of BBQs last time I was there.

Flyer says that quantities are limited, so I am wondering if I need to try another location on Friday or if I should try to order online.

Here's a link to the specific BBQ (http://rona.ca/shop/~barbecue-44000-btu-propane-gas-barbecue-broil-king-385821_!1666345_shop) in their online catalog.

In-store only in select areas

Unfortunately the Rona.ca website doesn't have a feature to check in-store inventory :(

Rob

[Cheetah123]

Here's a link to the specific BBQ (http://rona.ca/shop/~barbecue-44000-btu-propane-gas-barbecue-broil-king-385821_!1666345_shop) in their online catalog.



Unfortunately the Rona.ca website doesn't have a feature to check in-store inventory :(

Rob

They had 22 for sale at the Ottawa Innes location this morning. All gone by 7:10 am.

[snider]

They had 22 for sale at the Ottawa Innes location this morning. All gone by 7:10 am.

I'm not surprised, ppl are all vultures for deals. last time there was a sale at HD for Chamberlain garage door openers I walked in 5 mins late and they were all sold out, one guy had 4 of them in his cart, felt like punching the douche in the head.

[Jamil]

FYI

Rona between Yonge and Bayview on Sheppard had 6 last night.

[smuPoker]

Question for those who have regularly followed BBQ deals: Do stores normally have a big BBQ sale to kick of the summer season, in April or May or something?

I starting to put some funds away so I can get a kickass BBQ next year since all the sales seem to have dies off this year.

[regwong88]

Thanks. What was the name of the store you saw it in?


Home Hardware on Woodbine between Hwy7 and Apple Creek

[regwong88]

Question for those who have regularly followed BBQ deals: Do stores normally have a big BBQ sale to kick of the summer season, in April or May or something?

I starting to put some funds away so I can get a kickass BBQ next year since all the sales seem to have dies off this year.

Depends on what you want to get, I got a Weber E-spirit 310 last year model at Canadaian Tire at 14th & Markham Rd for $399 plus tax and this is back in April this year.

[stormsong]

picked up the broil king at rona in richmond (bc) before work this morning, it looked like they had 7 units out, not sure if there's more in the back or anything, total comes to about $212

at 730am i was the 3rd person to buy it lol

[RTM]

picked up the broil king at rona in richmond (bc) before work this morning, it looked like they had 7 units out, not sure if there's more in the back or anything, total comes to about $212

at 730am i was the 3rd person to buy it lol

Checked at the Rona in Boucherville (near Montreal) and they had 8 units.

I wanted to get there at 8am, but only got there at 9:20... got the last box (!) phew. Had to guard it a bit to make sure no one else grabbed it...

Rob

[karlsberg]

Does anyone have any opinions on the brands that walmart sell...they have a few on clearance right now but i am unsure of the quality.

1. Uniflame
2. Bbqtek
3. Brinkman hampton.

[toyopl]

I bought 4 of the Uniflame "C" for $199 at Walmart, needed them for cottages, they seemd like a good buy. Also watch out for Uniflame "F" BBQ, it shows it as $178, but it's the natural gas model, the propane one is $248, boxes look the same except for little picture in corner of box.

[Teletran]

If your ever in the USA, check out this model at Cabela's, i picked it up last year and it's awesome. It's a 7 in 1, so you can use is has a propane bbq, charcoal bbq, deep fryer, boiler, propane smoker and charcoal smoker.
It holds the temps perfectly using propane, it's also great to use to bbq with charcoal, because you can use the propane to get the coals going. No need to soak everything in lighter fluid.
It sells for $179.

http://images.cabelas.com/is/image/cabelas/s7_513587_imageset_02?$main-Large$

I saw this model (or at least something very similar) at the Queensway Costco in Etobicoke last weekend.

[bomboi]

Checked at the Rona in Boucherville (near Montreal) and they had 8 units.

I wanted to get there at 8am, but only got there at 9:20... got the last box (!) phew. Had to guard it a bit to make sure no one else grabbed it...

Rob

how good is this BBQ compared to the ones CT sells?

[froesesp]

I got one today. It looks like a quality bbq. The aluminum is a nice touch. It's made in ontario by the same company that makes weber. It doesn't have the super 8 burners but it's still nice. I think it's better than the 'crappy' brands that CT carries.

[Brianflagger]

I got one today. It looks like a quality bbq. The aluminum is a nice touch. It's made in ontario by the same company that makes weber. It doesn't have the super 8 burners but it's still nice. I think it's better than the 'crappy' brands that CT carries.

Assembled mine this morning. Very easy as much of it was pre-assembled. Nice quality, and a good deal.

However, OMC doesn't make Weber, just distribute them in Canada.

[Webhead]

picked up the broil king at rona in richmond (bc) before work this morning, it looked like they had 7 units out, not sure if there's more in the back or anything, total comes to about $212

at 730am i was the 3rd person to buy it lol

Checked at the Rona in Boucherville (near Montreal) and they had 8 units.

I wanted to get there at 8am, but only got there at 9:20... got the last box (!) phew. Had to guard it a bit to make sure no one else grabbed it...

Rob

Same thing happened here in one of the Mississauga stores. By 7:10AM, half of the 18 BBQ's were sold.

[Canuck_2005]

I found a dealer clearing out napoleon bbq's. He will give me the following:

Napoleon Prestige II 450 Natural gas all stainless
Napoleon BBQ Cover
Napoleon BBQ tool kit
Napoleon charcol/wood chip smoker tray

$1390 assembled tax included

is this a good deal?

[brucered]

costco has the brinkmann 852-7080-e smoker (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AYQN0W/ref=asc_df_B000AYQN0W913824?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=dealt4357-20&linkCode=asn&creative=380341&creativeASIN=B000AYQN0W) for $65. this was in winnipeg at the costco south store, just when you walk in the door, they had stacks of them.

[Weapon1]

I found a dealer clearing out napoleon bbq's. He will give me the following:

Napoleon Prestige II 450 Natural gas all stainless
Napoleon BBQ Cover
Napoleon BBQ tool kit
Napoleon charcol/wood chip smoker tray

$1390 assembled tax included

is this a good deal?
Seem's ok Ont. gas bbq sells this unit for $1349 before tax for just the Q...

[TheOldGuy]

They had 22 for sale at the Ottawa Innes location this morning. All gone by 7:10 am.

Rona Wonderland Store London sold out their 30 by 7:05 am. So they brought out a skid of Sterlings - same guts but no fold down sides & only 2 wheels - for $189. Sold them out by 8:00 am.

Nothing like Canada's 2nd highest unemployment rate to get the bargain hunters out.

[droogy]

I picked up a Sovereign XLS 90 at Rona yesterday for $669 regular $999. It was the last one but they had a few Signet 20's on clearance. this is at 401 and Winston Churchill in Mississauga.

[HDawg]

Sorry, I know it's off topic but can anyone suggest a quality cleaner for stainless steel? I got some scorch burn on my stainless steel Vermont Castings from the clearout from Costco a couple years back. Left the heat too high for too long and now there is a brown "scorch" around the lid. There's also all kinds of BBQ splatter that I am having a hard time removing. Soap and water as well as interior use stainless steel cleaner don't seem to work.

[Swilt]

I picked up a Sovereign XLS 90 at Rona yesterday for $669 regular $999. It was the last one but they had a few Signet 20's on clearance. this is at 401 and Winston Churchill in Mississauga.


Very nice pickup, too bad Rona's website sucks so bad you can't tell if any of them have one or not. Too painfull to call around asking.

[jed]

Sorry, I know it's off topic but can anyone suggest a quality cleaner for stainless steel? I got some scorch burn on my stainless steel Vermont Castings from the clearout from Costco a couple years back. Left the heat too high for too long and now there is a brown "scorch" around the lid. There's also all kinds of BBQ splatter that I am having a hard time removing. Soap and water as well as interior use stainless steel cleaner don't seem to work.

For anything stainless in our house, we use a Stainless Steel cleaner (thats the name) from Home Hardware. Works great, but have not used it on an application like yours - can't hurt though.

[Punky Hunky]

costco has the brinkmann 852-7080-e smoker (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AYQN0W/ref=asc_df_B000AYQN0W913824?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=dealt4357-20&linkCode=asn&creative=380341&creativeASIN=B000AYQN0W) for $65. this was in winnipeg at the costco south store, just when you walk in the door, they had stacks of them.

Costco at Warden and Ellesmere had the same smoker for 59.99. There were about 4 left when I picked mine up today.

[ruralx]

Sorry, I know it's off topic but can anyone suggest a quality cleaner for stainless steel? I got some scorch burn on my stainless steel Vermont Castings from the clearout from Costco a couple years back. Left the heat too high for too long and now there is a brown "scorch" around the lid. There's also all kinds of BBQ splatter that I am having a hard time removing. Soap and water as well as interior use stainless steel cleaner don't seem to work.

I have the same unit.. I use a razor blad to remove the build up that forms on the tray in front of the grill.. and the brown crust that forms on the lip of the lid. Follow that with a scouring pad and some soap and water.. always going with the grain of the metal.. and it always comes back like new.

[abby4000]

I saw this ad on facebook.
http://ul-hhbc.hhstores.ca/ul-retail-georgetown/gtwnflyer.php

check out the last page. No tax on Broil King and weber bbq's. Is this good? Looks great to me, starts this weekend. I would love a new weber and i am thinking of a summit. Any one ever use a summit?

I will let you know how it goes for me

[kasm]

Just picked up a Brinkmann Hampton 4 burner with a side from Walmart. Regularly $389 but on sale for $250. http://yourehomegeorge.com/Canada-FeaturedPage.jsp?selection=listingDetails&assetId=40545&imageId=56361&departmentId=203&categoryId=1496&tabId=6

The materials are not the greatest (Thin metal) but it does it's job. Cooks evenly and it has a large cooking area. 60,000 BTU total. Heats up to 550 celcius with all burners running, down to about 350 with only one running.

[brucered]

Goleafsgo,

I've seen this at the local Walmart (box is heavy enough) but am wondering how well this unit will smoke 'low and slow' without an offset firebox. Is that an add on/option for this unit?

Wondering where the best selection of charcoal smokers is to be found in the Toronto to Barrie area. Lots of different makes between vertical and offset, just not seeing too many available in the stores I have checked so far. Any help would be appreciated.

anyone actually have this smoker? i'm looking for one and the box warranty said "if not satisified, return for full refund" or something similar.

might be worth purchasing but would like some personal reviews first.

[gwoo_ca]

I have been holding out for a new BBQ and finally have decided that now is the time.

I am thinking of spending $300 on the Broilmate Stainless BBQ from HomeDepot.

But I need some advice, if I wait longer will I be able to get a better BBQ, ie. Napoleon or Blue Ember for around $500?

I live in Calgary, if anyone can hook me up with a deal I would be owing a favour.

[brucered]

I have been holding out for a new BBQ and finally have decided that now is the time.

I am thinking of spending $300 on the Broilmate Stainless BBQ from HomeDepot.

But I need some advice, if I wait longer will I be able to get a better BBQ, ie. Napoleon or Blue Ember for around $500?

I live in Calgary, if anyone can hook me up with a deal I would be owing a favour.

you are probably a little late for the best ratio of price/choice.

slim pickinens right now, but i'm sure you'll find something. if you don't find anything, there are always some good deals at the start of the year. when i was at HD in the spring, they had some ducanes outside in the garden section for 1/2 off lowest price, so they were like $250 or something crazy like that. i guess they didn't sell in the fall, they stuck them somewhere in the back for winter and then blew them out before putting out the new stock.

[isitin]

Costco at Warden and Ellesmere had the same smoker for 59.99. There were about 4 left when I picked mine up today.

I have this unit at home, it sucks. I am going to put his at the curb this weekend with a FREE sheet stuck to it.

[brucered]

I have this unit at home, it sucks. I am going to put his at the curb this weekend with a FREE sheet stuck to it.

already packed mine back up to go back to costco.

i think i'm going to get the SMOKENATOR for my weber kettle.

[mjl_toronto]

already packed mine back up to go back to costco.

i think i'm going to get the SMOKENATOR for my weber kettle.

AWESOME FIND!!! I've smoked brisket and ribs in my kettle but it was such a hassle trying to maintain the temperature. Do you know how much it is? I'm guessing Ontario Gas BBQ is the only place to buy it in Canada.

[brucered]

I have this unit at home, it sucks. I am going to put his at the curb this weekend with a FREE sheet stuck to it.

you do know with a couple of mods, it's apparently a decent smoker. just not for me. but if you were in winnipeg, i'd take it off your hands :razz: http://brinkmansmokermods.com/default.aspx

[brucered]

AWESOME FIND!!! I've smoked brisket and ribs in my kettle but it was such a hassle trying to maintain the temperature. Do you know how much it is? I'm guessing Ontario Gas BBQ is the only place to buy it in Canada.

$60cdn+about $15 shipping (no duty of anything) for the smokenator and the hovergrill which allows for more meat on the grill is another $25. apparently it's great, works and then you don't have a 2nd grill/smoker lying around. just use your weber kettle.

and yes, i think it's only sold from ONTARIO GAS BBQ (http://www.bbqs.com/smokenator-m-52.html)

and for all your bbq questions, answers, recipes and smoker questions, be sure to check out BBQ SOURCE (http://www.bbqsource-forums.com/invboard/index.php?act=idx), it's a great forum

i debated and debated on which cheap smoker to get, i bought the brinkman only to realize it's not that great, i was going to do a DIY model like this one (http://bbqlikeapro.com/building-your-own-bbq-barrel-smoker.php), or this one (http://www.twothirds.org/2005/09/26/smoking-pot-a-cheap-terracotta-flower-pot-smoker-ala-alton-brown/), only to come back to the smokenator on the suggestions of the fine people on BBQ Source.

tons of videos and forums on the smokenator as well. amazon.com sells it and i think it gets all 5/5 stars.

[plugdat]

$60cdn+about $15 shipping (no duty of anything) for the smokenator and the hovergrill which allows for more meat on the grill is another $25. apparently it's great, works and then you don't have a 2nd grill/smoker lying around. just use your weber kettle.

and yes, i think it's only sold from ONTARIO GAS BBQ (http://www.bbqs.com/smokenator-m-52.html)

and for all your bbq questions, answers, recipes and smoker questions, be sure to check out BBQ SOURCE (http://www.bbqsource-forums.com/invboard/index.php?act=idx), it's a great forum

i debated and debated on which cheap smoker to get, i bought the brinkman only to realize it's not that great, i was going to do a DIY model like this one (http://bbqlikeapro.com/building-your-own-bbq-barrel-smoker.php), or this one (http://www.twothirds.org/2005/09/26/smoking-pot-a-cheap-terracotta-flower-pot-smoker-ala-alton-brown/), only to come back to the smokenator on the suggestions of the fine people on BBQ Source.

tons of videos and forums on the smokenator as well. amazon.com sells it and i think it gets all 5/5 stars.

i was also contemplating whether to get the smokenator but i read its easier to maintain the temperature on a Weber smokey mountain.. so i ordered one off amazon... can't wait to test it out

[brucered]

i was also contemplating whether to get the smokenator but i read its easier to maintain the temperature on a Weber smokey mountain.. so i ordered one off amazon... can't wait to test it out

yes, but the WSM is $344USD, plus shipping (didn't know they would ship to canada), whereas the smokenator is only $60+shipping.

don't get me wrong, the WSM would be my first choice for a smoker (or the Big Green Egg), but there is no way i can justify that much on a smoker right now.

nice purchase. pm sent.

[karlsberg]

Just picked up a Brinkmann Hampton 4 burner with a side from Walmart. Regularly $389 but on sale for $250. http://yourehomegeorge.com/Canada-FeaturedPage.jsp?selection=listingDetails&assetId=40545&imageId=56361&departmentId=203&categoryId=1496&tabId=6

The materials are not the greatest (Thin metal) but it does it's job. Cooks evenly and it has a large cooking area. 60,000 BTU total. Heats up to 550 celcius with all burners running, down to about 350 with only one running.

Hey kasm, was just in walmart tonight and they have lowered this bbq down another $50, i will be going in tomorrow to pick it up.

[mjl_toronto]

$60cdn+about $15 shipping (no duty of anything) for the smokenator and the hovergrill which allows for more meat on the grill is another $25. apparently it's great, works and then you don't have a 2nd grill/smoker lying around. just use your weber kettle.

and yes, i think it's only sold from ONTARIO GAS BBQ (http://www.bbqs.com/smokenator-m-52.html)

and for all your bbq questions, answers, recipes and smoker questions, be sure to check out BBQ SOURCE (http://www.bbqsource-forums.com/invboard/index.php?act=idx), it's a great forum

i debated and debated on which cheap smoker to get, i bought the brinkman only to realize it's not that great, i was going to do a DIY model like this one (http://bbqlikeapro.com/building-your-own-bbq-barrel-smoker.php), or this one (http://www.twothirds.org/2005/09/26/smoking-pot-a-cheap-terracotta-flower-pot-smoker-ala-alton-brown/), only to come back to the smokenator on the suggestions of the fine people on BBQ Source.

tons of videos and forums on the smokenator as well. amazon.com sells it and i think it gets all 5/5 stars.

Awesome info brucered! Thanks for sharing.

[kasm]

Hey kasm, was just in walmart tonight and they have lowered this bbq down another $50, i will be going in tomorrow to pick it up.


That's a great price. I've used it half a dozen times and no problems. A similar one is rated as a best buy from Consumer's Reports for Budget Gas Grills.

One thing is because the metal is a bit thin, if you're moving it, I suggest lifting it over grass as opposed to rolling it. I tried rolling it on grass from my garage to my back yard and the torque warped the cabinet a bit so the doors stick a bit now.

[karlsberg]

That's a great price. I've used it half a dozen times and no problems. A similar one is rated as a best buy from Consumer's Reports for Budget Gas Grills.

One thing is because the metal is a bit thin, if you're moving it, I suggest lifting it over grass as opposed to rolling it. I tried rolling it on grass from my garage to my back yard and the torque warped the cabinet a bit so the doors stick a bit now.

good to know, thanks

[oilerspoiler]

Hey kasm, was just in walmart tonight and they have lowered this bbq down another $50, i will be going in tomorrow to pick it up.

Would you believe that I bought this BBQ from the Calgary Deerfoot Walmart for $150 yesterday?? The Natural Gas model is $150 clearance while the Propane is still $250. Weird!! I was going to save up and buy a Weber in the spring but this was too good to pass up. There was one remaining NG yesterday so I'm not sure there arew any left. There were about 6 Propane.

[karlsberg]

Would you believe that I bought this BBQ from the Calgary Deerfoot Walmart for $150 yesterday?? The Natural Gas model is $150 clearance while the Propane is still $250. Weird!! I was going to save up and buy a Weber in the spring but this was too good to pass up. There was one remaining NG yesterday so I'm not sure there arew any left. There were about 6 Propane.

wow, that's an amazing price.

I didnt realize just how big this thing is until it was completely assembled.

[albertanewbie]

wow, that's an amazing price.

I didnt realize just how big this thing is until it was completely assembled.

Can you set up a rotisserie on this as well?

[kasm]

Can you set up a rotisserie on this as well?

It has the grooves to support a rotissarie, but it is not included.

[rfitz69]

Just picked up a Brinkmann Hampton 4 burner with a side from Walmart. Regularly $389 but on sale for $250. http://yourehomegeorge.com/Canada-FeaturedPage.jsp?selection=listingDetails&assetId=40545&imageId=56361&departmentId=203&categoryId=1496&tabId=6

The materials are not the greatest (Thin metal) but it does it's job. Cooks evenly and it has a large cooking area. 60,000 BTU total. Heats up to 550 celcius with all burners running, down to about 350 with only one running.

Just picked one of these NG units up, this thing is massive, saved me a ton of cash too.

Cheers

[karlsberg]

Just picked one of these NG units up, this thing is massive, saved me a ton of cash too.

Cheers

has anyone been able to find a cover for this thing as yet???

[kasm]

Walmart has the 74 inch cover for $40. It's black and heavy duty. It has hanging hooks and venting handles.

[kasm]

Walmart has the 74 inch cover for $40. It's black and heavy duty. It has hanging hooks and venting handles.

I believe the brand is called Montana.

[karlsberg]

I was looking at that one, is it worth the 40 price point? I noticed some other covers that were $20.

[rfitz69]

I was looking at that one, is it worth the 40 price point? I noticed some other covers that were $20.

The Montana is worth the money, high quality cover - 5 year warranty.

[karlsberg]

thanks for the input

[allenace]

I came across a Broil King Signet 90 Natural Gas version at the Langley Rona for $579. It was a floor model with some minor scratches but came with full warranty. Can someone comment on the build quality of these and the price?

Thanks

[toronto_slim]

I came across a Broil King Signet 90 Natural Gas version at the Langley Rona for $579. It was a floor model with some minor scratches but came with full warranty. Can someone comment on the build quality of these and the price?

Thanks
Good build quality, as long as it's one of the retrofitted models.

see:http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/home-garden/lawn-garden/outdoor-living/gas-grills/grills/gas-grills/broil-king-signet-90-not-acceptable/gas-grills-not-acceptable.htm

Very good price. Try and get them to knock another $50 off it, and then pull out your wallet.

[robskot]

Hey all...I am considering going and getting the broil mate 735269 which is still $299 at Home Depot...

I am just wondering if anyone has any experience with the one with adding the Natural Gas Conversion Kit?

[SiR_YOI]

well, was just at Goeman's this weekend during their "private" sale... was going to pull the trigger on a Weber S-320 NG.. wanted to sleep on it Saturday and go do a bit of research as they were pricing it out at $1229 Tax in.

I went back today as we needed a bbq anyway but when I went back, they told me prices were plus tax since it was a "clearance" item. All the rest of the bbq's were no tax except this one:evil: plus they were telling me the cover for the bbq is now $79 (they told me max would be $69), delivery would be $50 + tax and install would be $30 + tax...

long story short, I didn't get it as I was already on the fence with the tax in figure, but now they were charging me + tax (basically all their items in the store were advertised tax in), and they wouldn't honour what the sales rep told me yesterday... very deceptive and not accommodating at all...

are there any other reputable places selling this model for a good price?

[abby4000]

I have been in the market for a weber bbq for several weeks now. I have a buddy who works at United Lumber Home hardware and he told me that starting nov 7th they will be selling all remianing Weber and Broil King bbqs at 15% off, plus free cover and a free set of christmas lights. This is the best deal I have come across. I thought this would be a good place to give people the inside scoop!!!

Happy deal hunting.....

[EvilMonkey25]

well, was just at Goeman's this weekend during their "private" sale... was going to pull the trigger on a Weber S-320 NG.. wanted to sleep on it Saturday and go do a bit of research as they were pricing it out at $1229 Tax in.

I went back today as we needed a bbq anyway but when I went back, they told me prices were plus tax since it was a "clearance" item. All the rest of the bbq's were no tax except this one:evil: plus they were telling me the cover for the bbq is now $79 (they told me max would be $69), delivery would be $50 + tax and install would be $30 + tax...

long story short, I didn't get it as I was already on the fence with the tax in figure, but now they were charging me + tax (basically all their items in the store were advertised tax in), and they wouldn't honour what the sales rep told me yesterday... very deceptive and not accommodating at all...

are there any other reputable places selling this model for a good price?

Any chance you wanna take a trip down to Buffalo? Home Depot sells 'em for $869. Good exchange rate, and shouldn't have to pay duty on it (made in USA)?, just Canadian taxes.

http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1vZ1xr5/R-100497524/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

[pixcolor]

Haven't seen Primo grills mentioned here, but I see they have a promotion on now
http://www.primogrill.com/jdpromo.html

They will ship to Canada, but cost for shipping to Western Canada is $200, so I think it's a bit high for me. Maybe useful for someone in the east.

[Veinless]

If anyone is looking for the 44000BTU Broil-Mate (model 165154), Home Depot on Leila in Winnipeg has at least 10 on the shelf. Price is $199.00.

[toronto_slim]

Any chance you wanna take a trip down to Buffalo? Home Depot sells 'em for $869. Good exchange rate, and shouldn't have to pay duty on it (made in USA)?, just Canadian taxes.

http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1vZ1xr5/R-100497524/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053


oooh...nice...from their wbsite: 90day return policy, but "items purchased at The Home Depot U.S., The Home Depot Canada or The Home Depot Mexico may not be returned across borders." Wonder if the Weber warranty would be valid in Canada?

[flying triangle]

Need some help choosing between broil mate #735269 or #115994. Any input would be greatly appreciated and both are priced at $299 at HD.

Thanks in advance.

[snider]

Hey all...I am considering going and getting the broil mate 735269 which is still $299 at Home Depot...

I am just wondering if anyone has any experience with the one with adding the Natural Gas Conversion Kit?

Any know if $299 is the regluar price or end of season clearance price for this model? Just wondering if I should be looking to snag one now or just wait til next spring if it's going to be the same price?

[dhk614]

Hey, Thanks for the heads-up, abby4000!
Found the Online Flyer for this sale at http://ul-hhbc.hhstores.ca/bbq_sale.php.
Shopped around a bit 'cause I need a replacement unit right now anyway, but their "Free BBQ Cover" makes a great price an even sweeter deal.




I have been in the market for a weber bbq for several weeks now. I have a buddy who works at United Lumber Home hardware and he told me that starting nov 7th they will be selling all remianing Weber and Broil King bbqs at 15% off, plus free cover and a free set of christmas lights. This is the best deal I have come across. I thought this would be a good place to give people the inside scoop!!!

Happy deal hunting.....

[robbiemac]

I just got a Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker on aimtofind.com at the same price as Amazon.com, they ship with FEDEX and it was easy peasy.

Saved $150+ over price I get here including shipping.

[marksman]

Any know if $299 is the regluar price or end of season clearance price for this model? Just wondering if I should be looking to snag one now or just wait til next spring if it's going to be the same price?

I'm pretty sure that is the end of season clearance price, as I paid the same back in August and it was on sale then. If you search this thread, you will see that it went on sale several times over the season, regular price was $475, but it often went on sale for somewhere between $299 and $319. But don't count on that kind of pricing until we are well into the BBQ season next year.

[snider]

I'm pretty sure that is the end of season clearance price, as I paid the same back in August and it was on sale then. If you search this thread, you will see that it went on sale several times over the season, regular price was $475, but it often went on sale for somewhere between $299 and $319. But don't count on that kind of pricing until we are well into the BBQ season next year.

Thanks, good to know. In this case I'll call around to see if there's any locally. I have a gas line so would need to purchase the Natural Gas kit to it also.

[kitestiff]

Thanks, good to know. In this case I'll call around to see if there's any locally. I have a gas line so would need to purchase the Natural Gas kit to it also.

In many cases most bbq manufacturers will HIGHLY discourage conversion kits from being used. If not assembled properly there is the possibility for leaks and/or fire.

Food for thought.

[kitestiff]

See here (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/united-lumber-hh-hot-bbq-deal-all-stock-weber-broilking-bbqs-15-off-811719/#post9725281) for details on 15% off in-stock Weber and BK sale.

[eastcoast_gsx]

Can someone help me decide please.

I am leaning towards the Broil Mate.

http://www.homedepot.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogSearchResultView?D=909223&Ntt=909223&catalogId=11601&langId=-15&storeId=10051&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntx=mode+matchall&recN=113002&N=0&Ntk=P_PartNumber

The other one is the Charmglow 5 Burner 8109520F

http://reviews.homedepot.ca/1998/908974/reviews.htm

Anyone know where these things are made?

Both are $299.

[miss_swan]

Can someone help me decide please.

I am leaning towards the Broil Mate.

http://www.homedepot.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogSearchResultView?D=909223&Ntt=909223&catalogId=11601&langId=-15&storeId=10051&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntx=mode+matchall&recN=113002&N=0&Ntk=P_PartNumber

The other one is the Charmglow 5 Burner 8109520F

http://reviews.homedepot.ca/1998/908974/reviews.htm

Anyone know where these things are made?

Both are $299.

On name alone ... i'd probably go with Broilmate ... take FWIW though. :)

[brucered]

Can someone help me decide please.

I am leaning towards the Broil Mate.

http://www.homedepot.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogSearchResultView?D=909223&Ntt=909223&catalogId=11601&langId=-15&storeId=10051&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntx=mode+matchall&recN=113002&N=0&Ntk=P_PartNumber

The other one is the Charmglow 5 Burner 8109520F

http://reviews.homedepot.ca/1998/908974/reviews.htm

Anyone know where these things are made?

Both are $299.

not sure where they are made, but judging by price, i would say NOT IN N/A.

+1 for the Broilmate. but at this time of year, you might be better off waiting until the spring. i saw a few at HD this spring out in the garden section for DIRT CHEAP. there were 2 Ducane Affinity 4100 NG BBQs for under $300, retail probably around $750+

[marksman]

In many cases most bbq manufacturers will HIGHLY discourage conversion kits from being used. If not assembled properly there is the possibility for leaks and/or fire.

Food for thought.

Except that in this case, the BBQ manufacturer advertises the fact that this BBQ can be easily switched to Natural Gas, and they sell the kit themselves. I ordered mine through Home Hardware, and installed it myself (extremely easy to do).

Can someone help me decide please.

I am leaning towards the Broil Mate.

http://www.homedepot.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogSearchResultView?D=909223&Ntt=909223&catalogId=11601&langId=-15&storeId=10051&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntx=mode+matchall&recN=113002&N=0&Ntk=P_PartNumber

The other one is the Charmglow 5 Burner 8109520F

http://reviews.homedepot.ca/1998/908974/reviews.htm

Anyone know where these things are made?

Both are $299.

I have the Broilmate, and am very happy with it. BTW, they are made in China