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Tailgating season brings out the barbecue master in us all. We particularly love to throw a few brats on the grill and add a few burgers for the kiddos. Then I can kickback and just chill while the grill does the work. But not all tailgating barbecues are qualified for the task. A wimpy or messy grill just won’t accomplish the job. Fortunately, there are some really great portable grills for tailgating that are simple to cook with and won’t create an enormous mess.

A couple I really love are the Weber Q 220 Grill and the Weber Smokey Joe Gold. Both of these barbecues are neat and compact, with lots of cooking space but without the hassles of lesser grills. Let’s face it, Weber has been making some of the finest grills available for decades. They know their stuff - and they are manufactured in the USA. These days, that has real meaning.

So, how do you choose the best Weber for you?

The Weber Smokey Joe Gold is the yardstick in movable charcoal grills. Most important, this baby gets sizzling and cooks to perfection. The well-designed air flow is a huge step up above the Weber Silver, since it won’t get all messed up with debris. You need a good air flow to properly cook on a charcoal grill, and Weber’s kettle design and great venting system do the trick beautifully. The Gold edition of the Smokey Joe is also really nice because the lid locks on for travel - no more charcoal all over the inside of your car. The lid lock doubles as a windshield so the wind won’t blow ashes all over your food.

The Weber Q 220 is a gas BBQ. You can cook with the little camping propane tanks or get the adaptor and use a 20 pound tank. It has a large cooking surface and a cast iron grate so you can be sure your food will sear, not boil. The engineering is flawless, allowing great airflow and focused heat so it heats up in a jiffy. You can be sure it will get hot fast so you can barbecue your stomach’s delight and still be on time for the game. All you need to do is turn the knob and let it cool off, so there is no wait for the charcoal to extinguish.

Whichever grill you prefer, you can rest assured you will get the quality that will last and the design that makes it easy to use. Tailgating with a great grill is just a whole lot more fun.

Looking to find the best deal on Weber Q 220 Grill, then visit www.weberq220.com to find the best prices on Weber Q Grills.

Before purchasing a small gas grill, there a few things you need to bear in mind.

The main reason people buy small gas grills is because the space they will be cooking in is limited. So the obvious first thing to do is measure the space you have.

Small grills are mostly used on patio’s, veranda’s, small balconies, and courtyard gardens. So measure that space, give yourself extra to move around the grill and then you will have a reasonable idea of what space you have available.

Now another reason people like small grills, is because they can easily be transported to a friends or the park or the beach. I say easily, but that is only if they fit into your car. So the next thing to do is measure that space.

Finally, have a think about where you will be storing your gas grill when not in use. No, you really shouldn’t leave it outside 12 months of the year. Keep the available storage space in mind when buying also.

Having bought your grill, think about buying or making a cover for it. This will pay for itself as it will no doubt lengthen the life of your grill.

Make sure to register your grill with the manufacturer as soon as you get it home. You should do this so that:

1. You invoke your 12 month or extended guarantee. Don’t forget to do this, and yes sometimes things can go wrong with them.

2. The supplier will often contact you with news and updates on your grill, which are handy to know.

3. You can be contacted immediately if there are any problems found with the particular grill you have purchased.

Re-calls happen when a recurring problem is reported by people who have bought the grill. And it’s a way the manufacturer can make good any issues or concerns.

Caring for your grill. Now the tedious part is that you should clean it after use. That is, if you really want to get value for money. Keep it clean and shiny and you will get many years out of your grill. Oh yes, and make sure you use the cover, they do not work very well when left in the box.

What should you be looking to spend on your small gas grill. Well small isn’t necessarily cheaper, but the most crucial things is that the grill is right for you and does what you want it to do, including fitting in to the area you have for outdoor cooking. You don’t need to spend a whole lot for good functionality, just don’t get carried away with all the extra gadgets that you really don’t need, if you are on a budget.

And remember, you can eat healthy grilled food all year round, not just in summer. Having friends around on a crisp winter day, all wrapped up in warm clothing with cold beers eating a barbecue is great fun too.

When deciding to buy a small gas grill, there are some basics you need to consider.

Most people looking to buy a small gas grill, are doing so because the space they are going to be cooking and grilling in is small, simple really. So you should first measure that space. Makes sense.

Small grills are mostly used on patio’s, veranda’s, small balconies, and courtyard gardens. So checkout that space, allow extra room to get around the grill and then you should have a fair idea of the real space you have for your grill.

Now another reason people like small grills, is because they can easily be transported to a friends or the park or the beach. I say easily, but that is only if they fit into your car. So the next thing to do is measure that space.

And Finally, you should consider storage. Where will you store your grill when not in use? It’s really not a great idea to leave it outside all year, exposed to the elements. It doesn’t do it any good.

Having bought your grill, think about buying or making a cover for it. This will pay for itself as it will no doubt lengthen the life of your grill.

Make sure to register your grill with the manufacturer as soon as you get it home. You should do this so that:

1. Your guarantee is not valid until you do so.

2. The manufacturer will mail you with product updates and news.

3. Probably the most important reason to register, is in case there is a call back on your small gas grill or any part of it. This applies to all grills, small, big, cheap, expensive. It is rare but can happen to any product you buy.

Re calls are not bad in fact they are positive and show that the manufacturer listens to complaints and issues about their product and takes responsibility for them. Think of re-calls as positive, you will usually get a full refund or a brand new replacement.

Caring for your grill. Now the tedious part is that you should clean it after use. That is, if you really want to get value for money. Keep it clean and shiny and you will get many years out of your grill. Oh yes, and make sure you use the cover, they do not work very well when left in the box.

How much should you pay? You don’t have to pay a lot for your grill. The most crucial thing is that is suits what you want to use it for, and that it fits the space intended for it, after all that is why you are checking out a small gas grill. If on a budget, try to resist the extra gadgets that you know you don’t need.

And remember, you can eat healthy grilled food all year round, not just in summer. Having friends around on a crisp winter day, all wrapped up in warm clothing with cold beers eating a barbecue is great fun too.