Thread: The Cobb

I'm not sure that they are something you can have on the go in your vehicle.

they reckon they give off no heat externally, but they somehow must vent steam and smoke, which wouldnt be the best in the vehicle, but I can always strap it to the roofrack, just trying to get the ins and outs of their workings.

Not sure, I haven't used one. there is a couple of reviews in the reviews section, perhaps contact the person that wrote them and ask them about their experience with them ?

Originally Posted by crump

am I on the right track??

Don't think so cobber, I've had one for years and they don't work quite like that. More like the old Weber ... 7-8 beads in the fire tray on the grill with a fire starter or 2 under. Wait 30 mins or so (about 2 stubbies ... ). Now you start cooking .. about 2 hours for the best tasting free range chook you'll ever get.

Cheers

You could always put a chimeny on the car, that would vent the steam and smoke

i think x-box uses one of these so hopefully he'll chime in with an opinion

Originally Posted by Outlaw

i think x-box uses one of these so hopefully he'll chime in with an opinion

jeez, i can't even hide anywhere!!!
As stated before, they work like a weber, but more compact. Put firelighters in bottom tray, beads in basket on top of that and light. NEVER put the lid on while there are flames, as you will melt the thing!!!! (at least the plastic surround on the older models, newer ones have s/steel mesh on outside) As soon as beads are glowing, put meat/veggies in, put lid on and go have a few beers. i had some fun on fraser trip with the cobb and did a nice roast and veggies. whole chickens work well too. The beads will last as long as in any other barbie, so your plan to drive all day with fire in the car wo'nt help you much..... , you'll end up with cold tea
They are cool to the touch and can be used inside a vehicle or tent as soon as the flames have died down, but i reckon the fumes will make it very unpleasant.
It's a great bit of kit, and make sure you get the frying pan for it as well

Using them in a car would be not wise - carbon dioxide, monoxide fumes can make you drowsy over time and affect concentration.