How to Pack a Portable BBQ for Camping

Campers with a love of good food favor the use of a portable BBQ when living in the great outdoors. These barbecues are available from a wide range of suppliers; the best kind of grill for camping is one which weighs less than 40 pounds, in order to make it portable. The BBQ should not be too bulky or large, as they will need to be convenient to carry. Ensure that the cooking surface is non-stick, and suitable for the area you will be cooking in.

The portable BBQ can be expensive or relatively cheap – with some models costing under $20; however, sometimes when getting ready to take the barbecue anywhere, it can be difficult to slot together. Putting together a BBQ is something that can be done in a relatively short amount of time, and by following a few careful instructions, it should take not more than 10 minutes to complete.

Putting the Portable BBQ Together

The majority of portable BBQs are now assembly ready, meaning that they don’t require a lot of screwing or attaching before you have a working barbecue. All of the equipment should be included in the box, although it is worth checking that you have everything you need before leaving home. The experienced camper knows to take additional tools and supplies in case of breakdown, so ensure that you have additional screwdrivers and tools available.

One of the best and most convenient portable BBQs on the market is the “Fold flat BBQ”, which, as its name suggests, is a folding grill. When the legs and working parts of the grill are folded together, it transforms into a flat carry-case style portable device.
Typically, with a portable BBQ for camping, you will find that the carry handles transform into ‘legs’, which are locked into position, and then the entire ‘body’ of the portable device opens, revealing a grill and charcoal items already inside. The legs can be easily screwed into the locking position, and in addition the grill can be adjusted for suitable cooking height.

How to pack a Cobb grilling device

The newest trend in portable BBQ ideas are items such as the Cobb; these function as a grill, but also bake and boil, for the camper who wants the best food anywhere.

First, take the base, which includes the outer casing with mesh, and slot the metal feet into the stainless steel sleeve. Then fit the grill into the centre of the sleeve – this is where the heat source will go. Then cover with the grill grid, along with all the grill accessories needed. If Frying, add the pan to the top of the grill grid, if using the grill for baking, add the domed stainless steel lid; be aware that the lid becomes hotter during the cooking process.

Putting together a portable BBQ grill is not difficult to do, and there are many ready-to-use devices out there which can be assembled in a matter of minutes. Remember, if it is taking too long, and looks like it might be complicated – take everything off and start again.