Valiant FIR551 Portable Folding Picnic and Camping BBQ - Black

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The steel construction of this portable charcoal barbecue is good quality and it all feels very durable so you should get a decent amount of use out of it. It’s called the notebook folding grill for a reason- that’s exactly what this portable charcoal grill resembles once it’s fully folded away, a computer notebook or laptop to most of us – I prefer it myself over the Valiant on price and I feel the design is far more robust – have a look at what it looks like a few years after I start using it:

It is ideal for taking down to the park or local beach or lake for a picnic, as long as there aren’t too many people or you might get a few hungry (or hangry) looks. For 2-4 people though, it is big enough to keep enough food on the go to keep everyone happy. There is a solution to this problem though, and that is a portable charcoal barbecue or a portable gas barbecue, but for the sake of simplicity, we’ll just talk about the charcoal variants here today. Its 15.35”x11.41”x2.95” grilling area easily gives the user enough space to cook for three people, and could probably quite feasibly handle enough food for a group of five if needed, but much will depend on what was being cooked. Still, for a super lightweight portable BBQ, it is very practical when it comes to the cooking area size. Before we get into other benefits, let’s have a look at this unit up close and that base I really like:

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Of course there are always negatives and with this model, it is the fact that because it sits quite low, it will scorch your grass if you stand it on it. The zester & channel knife help you to add some flair to your drink. So you can serve all types of drinks, there is also a corkscrew and a bottle opener. Summer wouldn’t be summer without having a barbecue or two. The problem with the UK though is that you can never be sure how long the good weather will last but what better way than to have a portable charcoal bbq that’ll give you all the flexibility to have one wherever and at anytime. They have thermometers, decent perimeter sealing for long and low heat, can come on wheels, and if you really need come without a stand so can be used tabletop and easily fit in the smallest of vehicles and can be carried by anyone that can manage 15 pounds in weight. Foldable portable charcoal bbq

You don’t have a thermostat – and that’s not really a big deal for bangers and burgers – hence the not having one, but all the same, it’s one feature less when costs are similar for the smaller model. Automatic Air Vents (AAVs) are used to vent trapped air from the boiler, the buffer tank or pipework. Over time, the valve seal inside can start to leak due to mineral deposits, and the valve will start to leak a small amount of water. If this is the case our engineer will advise replacement. Door Seals For safe and effective cooking, the charcoal burner is heavy duty and long lasting. This compact BBQ is also low maintenance and designed to stand the test of time, as it is rust free and easy to keep clean throughout plenty of al fresco grilling. Features and Benefits

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Getting this awesome barbecue assembled is a doddle and only takes a couple of screws and bolts to be tightened up and your ready to cook. The whole process took about 5 minutes. Convenient– The generous cooking area allows you to easily cater for up to six people, so you are always ready to feast.

Compact in design, with a lightweight structure, folding capability and carry handle, this portable barbecue is easy to carry with you whilst you are on the move. The generous cooking area offers plenty of room to cook up a tasty feast for you and your friends to enjoy, whilst the robust grill withstands high temperatures. Usually we don’t need to change parts in a service but occasionally we may need to change the following: Automatic Air Vents And hope is all we can do in the UK as we have notoriously temperamental weather shifts at the blink of an eye. Your basking in the sunshine one minute, then running for cover from the rain, hail, and falling cows (ok maybe not the last one but I wouldn’t be surprised!). The BBQ Multi-Tool made by Valiant has utensils in one, making it the perfect portable cooking tool. The handy utensil has every tool you need in one handy fold-up device. Whether you are a BBQ master, outdoor enthusiast or just like entertaining, the compact tool is for you. The best thing about many of these portable BBQs is that they’re incredibly easy to assemble. Most only take around five to ten minutes to set up, though that doesn’t include getting the charcoal going.The cooking grill is a decent size and you can simultaneously cook a fair bit of food on it. The coal tray doesn’t sit under all of the grill however, but this is a purposeful design feature that gives you a 2 inch space at the front to cook things that need less heat. The Kamodo Joe Charcoal Grill is regarded as a direct competitor to the famous Big Green Egg. But at less than half the price, it’s a great option for serious grill fans looking for a slightly more affordable alternative. It does still come with a hefty price tag, but boasts almost all the same features as the much pricier Egg. The Valiant FIR551 Portable BBQ is in direct competition with the Notebook Folding Portable Grill that i always go on about. And in my mind has it covered all the way. If not for the fact I’ve known and personally used the Notebook for many years, I’d rate it top. It’s hard to pull a known entity out of top spot, one I’ve tested and used. But with that said, this has some real benefits over the Notebook when they are compared directly. Here’s what you can expect out the box: