Description: Story–A take-anywhere grill and smoker that can keep up with your adventures. Weighing in at just 28 pounds with 425 square inches of cooking space, you've got enough room for a beachfront, backyard, or campsite feast whenever and wherever you want one. It's made of anodized aluminum which means zero rust with a multi-layer construction and patented heat-dissipating tech that lets you grill on any surface, including wooden picnic tables. It's got precise temperature control and an easy-to-read thermometer, so you can go low and slow with the lid closed, or fast and flame-grilled with an open face. When the cookout's over, lock it up and grab the attached handle for easy transport back to home base.Features & Benefits–A portable grill with two heavy-duty, diecast cook boxes and 425 square inches of grilling spaceMulti-layer construction and patented heat-dissipating tech enable safe grilling on wooden surfacesFolds and locks up, with a handle for easy transportInterior cast aluminum construction for serious durabilityVent sliders with high-temp magnets for optimal temperature controlIntegrated Tel-Tru thermometerSingle stainless-steel grate includedBest suited for use with super-dense charcoalMaterials & Care–Anodized aluminum and stainless steelLet the NOMAD fully cool down before removing the ash. Clean with mild soap and warm water. Avoid using harsh chemical cleaners as they may damage the anodized finish. Dry completely before storing.Specs–Smoker mode: (L) 20.5" x (W) 13.5" x (H) 9.5"Grill mode: (L) 20.5" x (W) 27.5" x (H) 4.75"28 lbs NOMAD’s story begins with a simple need for a portable grill that wouldn’t rust out or fall apart mid-adventure. Tired of the quasi-disposable, stamped-steel, barely-bolted-together contraptions that flood the market, they set out to build a better grill—one that could keep up, and one they’d be proud to show up with and use. Take your grilling game to the next level with the NOMAD Portable Grill - Smoker - Fire Starter Kit. This grill/smoker combination unit is perfect for outdoor heating, cooking, and eating. The anodized finish and blue/light blue color add a touch of style to your tailgate party or backyard barbecue. The kit includes a smoker box, charcoal fuel type, and a cast iron griddle material. Assembly is not required, and the item weighs 28 lb with a size of 20.5 x 13.5 x 9.5 inches. Get ready to impress your guests with this medium-sized grill, perfect for any occasion. Photo: Food & Wine / Russell KilgoreGrilling doesn’t just happen at home. Many of us wander and bring cooking tools. Whether for camping fanatics or tailgating heroes, a portable grill is a must for those living on the go. The best portable grill is ideally easy to transport, clean, and large enough for more than a handful of people. The Nomad is all of those and more.When we go camping, I hate using the communal campsite grills, which are often covered in caked-on years of the elements and old food. I also grill at home and have a natural gas grill, so I have missed charcoal cookery since selling my Big Green Egg during a house sale some years back. This justified getting a second grill, but I didn’t know I needed a portable grill shaped like a briefcase until I received a sample of the Nomad Grill and Smoker from the brand to try out. Other people are catching on because the Nomad has been waitlisted multiple times at the time of this writing. However, it is back in stock.Nomad Grill & SmokerPHOTO: NOMADView on Bespokepost.com$695 at Lowe'sWeight: 28 poundsDimensions: 21.5 x 13.5 x 9.5 inchesMaterial: Cast aluminum body and stainless steel grateThe Nomad Grill and Smoker folds like a briefcase with bright blue snaps and a substantial ergonomic handle. The unit still weighs a hefty 28 pounds, but I’ve found it easy to manage. Holes punctuate its anodized aluminum exterior, and it has vent sliders for damper control. The multi-layer construction has patented heat-dissipating technology, and I can confirm after multiple uses that it does keep the outside shell cool to the touch (so campers can use it on wooden picnic tables without worry). After grilling, the grill easily snaps closed and keeps the contents, including the mess of ash and embers, contained during transport in the trunk of our car. The exterior is also incredibly durable — our Nomad has been out in the rain multiple times and still shows no signs of corrosion. Actually, I should bring it inside. The brand claims its chemical conversion process treats and protects, which I can verify is true.PHOTO: Food & Wine / Russell KilgorePHOTO: Food & Wine / Russell KilgorePHOTO: Food & Wine / Russell KilgoreThe briefcase design is undeniably functional and much more than the “wow” factor. I use it open as a grill and closed as a smoker. The included cast-iron rack holds two racks of ribs or 15 burger patties (users can purchase an additional grate and double that to 30 burgers). The cooking capacity is much better than the mini Weber Smokey Joe most of us take to tailgates and campouts. Having two different cooking surfaces also means I can separate ingredients when entertaining guests with dietary or allergy restrictions. The extra grate adds little weight and locks into place with magnets, and I’ve never noticed them rattling during transport. The honeycomb design prevents food from falling through the cracks better than traditional grates, and it’s a nice feature to have when I cook more delicate ingredients such as vegetables and fish.Food & Wine / Russell KilgoreThe proprietary charcoal (shaped like a honeycomb that’s stackable like Tetris cubes) is made from dense fruitwood from Thailand. It emits less smoke and ash, and I found it easy to ignite using the Nomad tumbleweeds. I found lighting the Nomad significantly easier with a chimney starter. Since we can’t always have a chimney starter on hand on the road, I lean on the tumbleweeds.Food & Wine / Russell KilgoreSteaks are my favorite thing to grill on the Nomad. They use little charcoal, and the fire doesn’t need much tending. When smoking or cooking items that need more charcoal, I prepare my chimney with more embers to have it ready. I find smoking food easy on the Nomad thanks to the sliding dampers on the side of the briefcase and the embedded thermometer. It makes maintaining precise temperatures much easier, and the accuracy reminds me of my old beloved Big Green Egg.The VerdictThe Nomad Grill offers me great versatility with an additional charcoal cooking surface at home that I can also take on the road to a beach, a campsite, or a tailgate. It’s easy to use and clean and folds nicely for transport and storage. It is an excellent choice for households that need to store grills inside, so there is no worry about ash falling all over the house. While the Nomad is expensive for what seems like just a portable grill, we often use it at home on the side of our gas grill since we don’t have a larger charcoal grill. If the price isn’t justifiable or you don’t dig the design, we have a list of tested Best Portable Grills for every grilling preference.
Price: 549.99 USD
Location: Akron, Ohio
End Time: 2024-11-10T22:31:16.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Number of Racks: 1
Number of Burners: Not Applicable
Items Included: Smoker Box
Color: Blue/Light Blue
Material: Aluminum
Grill Size: Medium
MPN: N/a
Item Depth: 20.5 in
Fuel Type: Charcoal
Brand: Nomad
Type: Grill/Smoker Combination Unit
Griddle Material: Cast Iron
Assembly Required: No
Item Height: 9.5 in
Model: NOMAD 823
Features: Portable
Finish: Anodized
Item Width: 13.5 in
Item Weight: 28 lb