Calum Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 Thoughts on Aldi's kamado being used in the rain? I know I have to wait till it cools before I can put the cover over it and as it takes forever to cool down it could be an issue? Managed my first cook a few days ago and then had pizza's yesterday with friends. I am keen for more. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grue666 Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 21 hours ago, Chrisah1 said: Thanks for that awesome pic. Ok, so internal diameter is about 45cm. The overall diameter is 51cm? This may be useful for rotisserie options. What is the inner diameter of the fire bowl? I've been looking at baskets that are 29cm, 30.5cm, 34cm and 35cm. I've taken a couple of photos of the firebowl if that helps. 21 hours ago, Chrisah1 said: I think that this is the best starter kamado to see if you're genuinely into it and it can work for you at home. Use it for five years and upgrade....or let it languish and never get another kamado again. Sorted. My thoughts exactly 21 hours ago, Chrisah1 said: And if you're serious you then have to consider rotisserie and bbqguru fan controller haha. Slippery slope. My Inkbird IBBQ-4T arrived today so the slide has started... 21 hours ago, Chrisah1 said: 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisah1 Posted April 1, 2021 Share Posted April 1, 2021 2 hours ago, Grue666 said: I've taken a couple of photos of the firebowl if that helps. Thanks for that! Real legend. I have the inkbird 6 non WiFi which I used in a us style cooker. It's great, but the temp plot sometimes clears. I should've gone for the WiFi. Very helpful images. I think an ash basket 12"/30.5 up to 34cm could fit well. Sadly the 35cm basket looks like a no-go. Plus the 20" ynni D&C gives you four levels with the included extender from Aldi (deflector ring for iron grate), lower level, upper level and then extender. And that comes with a larger deflector for better smoking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derbydan Posted April 6, 2021 Share Posted April 6, 2021 Hi all, long time watcher and just received my text saying mines aldi kamado has been posted. Can’t wait to start BBQ with it. Been watching all of BBQ LIFE on YouTube and really looking forward to start trying cooks out. Anyone got any recommendations on what to being with? Thanks! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBeardedDan Posted April 6, 2021 Share Posted April 6, 2021 did my first cook on sunday : 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bbq life uk Posted April 6, 2021 Share Posted April 6, 2021 28 minutes ago, Derbydan said: Hi all, long time watcher and just received my text saying mines aldi kamado has been posted. Can’t wait to start BBQ with it. Been watching all of BBQ LIFE on YouTube and really looking forward to start trying cooks out. Anyone got any recommendations on what to being with? Thanks! Start with something simple like a spatchcock chicken 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbottstar Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Hi all, Everyday I keep checking the status of my delivery of the Kamado BBQ but it continues to tease me!!! How long did your orders take to arrive this year and is anyone in the same boat as me? I ordered mine on the 21st March. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBeardedDan Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 1 hour ago, sbottstar said: Hi all, Everyday I keep checking the status of my delivery of the Kamado BBQ but it continues to tease me!!! How long did your orders take to arrive this year and is anyone in the same boat as me? I ordered mine on the 21st March. mine took around 10 days to arrive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callmestevie Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Morning i ordered mine on the 26th. I got a pre alert from the couriers on the 30th (XDP) that they were getting it and it was then delivered on Tuesday. I’m sure it’s on the way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoogl Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 I ordered on the 21st. Got email from XDP on 26th saying they would deliver on behalf of Aldi but they hadn't received it yet. (Fine it was pre order and didn't officially go on sale until 25th) Email from Aldi on 29th saying they had dispatched it from their warehouse and would take 2-7 days. Had a tracking link for XDP. Since then 11 days have passed including 7 working days and no word. Tracking is still showing as not received by XDP. I called Aldi this morning and waited an hour to speak to someone. He advised he's emailed XDP for me and will fwd their reply. If they don't deliver in the next few days he advised me to call back. It's frustrating as I can see someone near me has already had their delivered and instead of using it is bloody selling it online for £450😠 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbottstar Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 Thanks all for replying. Good news just in... a text to tell me delivery is tomorrow! Seems like patience is key! 🙌 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grue666 Posted April 9, 2021 Share Posted April 9, 2021 If you weren't already planning it, I would suggest you get the delivery guys to open the package and give it a quick check. When they Brough mine I overheard one saying "We better not drop this one" and then he promptly let the wind blown lorry door slam into the corner of the packing. No harm done though and they were very helpful. Mine had a few minor imperfections in the enamel but nothing else (same as my Son when his arrived last week). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoogl Posted April 10, 2021 Share Posted April 10, 2021 (edited) On 4/9/2021 at 1:19 PM, hoogl said: I ordered on the 21st. Got email from XDP on 26th saying they would deliver on behalf of Aldi but they hadn't received it yet. (Fine it was pre order and didn't officially go on sale until 25th) Email from Aldi on 29th saying they had dispatched it from their warehouse and would take 2-7 days. Had a tracking link for XDP. Since then 11 days have passed including 7 working days and no word. Tracking is still showing as not received by XDP. I called Aldi this morning and waited an hour to speak to someone. He advised he's emailed XDP for me and will fwd their reply. If they don't deliver in the next few days he advised me to call back. It's frustrating as I can see someone near me has already had their delivered and instead of using it is bloody selling it online for £450😠 So I received a couple emails from Aldi today. Bloody pain in the Arse. After waiting all this time and many who ordered after me have received theirs, mine is AWOL. I have read online that many believe the courier of deliberately losing their packages so they can keep it. But I have no proof. So I guess I'll just have to wait and hope to see if Aldi are going to sell them again or wait until next year. My Mrs did ask me how much a different company Kamado was as she was going to say for me to buy one. I showed her the LG/Monolith/KJ/BGE ones and that idea stopped. Oh well fingers crossed. 🤞 Edited April 10, 2021 by hoogl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derbydan Posted April 11, 2021 Share Posted April 11, 2021 Hmmm bit worried now if mine doesn’t come, had the text from XRP that it was collected Tuesday, but not moved since, it says at COLLECTION DEPOT was anyone’s else’s on that step for a while? hope it arrives soon 🤞🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisah1 Posted April 11, 2021 Share Posted April 11, 2021 Has anyone actually tried to buy a kamado off Alibaba? As far as I can see the main players are Auplex, Topq and maybe Steel Egg (SEB). Chances are Monolith kamado are TOPQ (monolith kamado boxes confirm made in PRC). YNNI brand in the UK also confirm they buy the TOPQ models. The other option would be for the forum to arrange a group buy of Auplex/Topq kamados of a certain size and colour. But not sure about the UK side logistics. It would also be caveat emptor for issues. I guess that's what you pay for when spending more from a UK retailer - they have to deal with it. So a £200 kamado on Alibaba becomes £600-700 with logistics (Masterbuilt / Bar be quick etc). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbottstar Posted April 12, 2021 Share Posted April 12, 2021 On 4/11/2021 at 1:23 AM, Derbydan said: Hmmm bit worried now if mine doesn’t come, had the text from XRP that it was collected Tuesday, but not moved since, it says at COLLECTION DEPOT was anyone’s else’s on that step for a while? hope it arrives soon 🤞🏻 Yes... mine was stuck for ages! Keep the faith!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBeardedDan Posted April 14, 2021 Share Posted April 14, 2021 Going to try my first pulled pork this weekend. Any advice? @Bbq life ukI saw your most recent video saying you can do it at around 160 for 4-6 hours? Any other tips? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bbq life uk Posted April 14, 2021 Share Posted April 14, 2021 6 minutes ago, TheBeardedDan said: Going to try my first pulled pork this weekend. Any advice? @Bbq life ukI saw your most recent video saying you can do it at around 160 for 4-6 hours? Any other tips? Presuming you have a thermometer? Every joint is different and timings are size dependent. You will most probably hit a stall around 60c you can double wrap in foil to push through it quicker. Get it on as early as you can its easier to to keep hot if it Finnishs early compared to waiting for hours and hours if it takes longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBeardedDan Posted April 14, 2021 Share Posted April 14, 2021 19 minutes ago, Bbq life uk said: Presuming you have a thermometer? Every joint is different and timings are size dependent. You will most probably hit a stall around 60c you can double wrap in foil to push through it quicker. Get it on as early as you can its easier to to keep hot if it Finnishs early compared to waiting for hours and hours if it takes longer. Yeah I have the inkbird 4XS that you recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bbq life uk Posted April 14, 2021 Share Posted April 14, 2021 26 minutes ago, TheBeardedDan said: Yeah I have the inkbird 4XS that you recommended. 👍🏻 just enjoy your self Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBeardedDan Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 (edited) Made pizzas on the Kamado today and wow! I'm so impressed with how they turned out (odd shapes aside 😀) Edited April 20, 2021 by TheBeardedDan 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bbq life uk Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 18 minutes ago, TheBeardedDan said: Made pizzas on the Kamado today and wow! I'm so impressed with how they turned out (out shapes aside 😀) Nice cook dude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBeardedDan Posted April 18, 2021 Share Posted April 18, 2021 Another day another cook 😀 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisah1 Posted April 18, 2021 Share Posted April 18, 2021 On 4/17/2021 at 6:28 PM, TheBeardedDan said: Made pizzas on the Kamado today and wow! I'm so impressed with how they turned out (out shapes aside 😀) Awesome! Did you run it at 450c in the dome? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBeardedDan Posted April 18, 2021 Share Posted April 18, 2021 1 hour ago, Chrisah1 said: Awesome! Did you run it at 450c in the dome? it wasn't quite that hot, it was about 350-400 dome temp each pizza took around 3-4 minutes to cook, was a bit cautious as i didn't want the bottom to burn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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