How the heck are you in Arkansas wearing a Cabela's hat? Don't you know Bass Pro is what's good for ya? (Especially since Bass Pro now owns Cabela's) :D
Yes, that is one cool feature that the new one doesn’t have anymore! We still have our older model, too, and I plan to keep cooking on it! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out, my friend, and especially for sharing your thoughts with us!
Worth every penny! And AMERICAN MADE! If you’re a fan of cast iron, you won’t be sorry! Great Video Sir, I have the older model, with the nail, but I sure like those handles.
you would have been better off drop bolt down from above, nut and washer underneath. while unpridictble, you might one day want to disassemble. bolting the way you did, heat and grime from use will make it impossible short of braking the bolt.
Looks like the screws go the way he put them in... the top side has hex in the casting for the nuts and the bottom has countersinks for the flathead screws.
Great work Mr Cast Iron! I just watched 17mins of video about a grill I don’t need just because you seem like a nice bloke 😂 Sending love from Australia 👍
thank you mr and mrs cast iron. I appreciate this video. chimney paper is not something i had considered before. i appreciate the way you show the capacity of the grill and how functional it is..i am glad i watched your video. thank you
I watch this and was impressed so I ordered one. When I received it was in perfect condition. I found lowest cost and free shipping at Home Depot. I was so impressed with it..very well built! Looks nice and maybe something to brag about a little. : ) I love it . Haven't used it yet but will soon.
@@canoestripper502 How do I know? I am 74 years old now and I have bought Lodge cast iron items since I was in my 20's. My mother-in-law gave me my piece..an Lodge 8" skillet. I still have it. This brand has stood the test of time of wear and how it cooks food. I also have my favorite brand of stainless steel cookware. I also have used it for 50 years and it still looks new. I have a large family so my cookware was used a lot. How items are built can determine if it looks beautiful or ugly. Hopefully you won't find this reply 'useless'. Have a Merry Christmas.
Great video. Why did Lodge change the design. The realistic answer is because they made it cheaper to manufacture. There are only 3 pieces to be make, instead of 7 pieces with the old one (including the bail handle) I have this model but always use my lodge sportsman grill. Hopefully they bring back the LSG
Thank you! I’m gonna say you are right because it just makes financial sense to reduce the number of castings from 7 to 3. I wish they would have kept the bail handle, but the hooks work too! Thanks for sharing your experience and thoughts with us, my friend!!
Why though, should we watch this video BEFORE we buy the grill? I expected some kind of a special review, but cooking like this can be done on any grill, as well as on an open fire...
Not every one has a grill or live in some post-apocalyptic world where they can just start an open fire on a whim. Also, if you know anything about lodge or their iconic sportsman grill, you'd know this design is completely different.
I like what Lodge did with the New Sportsman Grill . All the upgrades seem to make it easier to use. Kinda surprised that it took them so long to figure out The problems. I love radishes, these looked good. NicelY Done. Thanks for sharing. 😎🇺🇸.
Yes, me too, GOG! I like everything, except they didn’t keep the bail handle. It seems to make it easier to move around to me. Those radishes were delicious, and it’s something we are cooking more and more!
It's so great to see both of you! You look happy! I was concerned you weren't going to like the new grill, Mike. I'm happy you appreciate the improvements they made. That's a fine-looking meal. Thanks for sharing your review!
Yes! We had a good time making this one! I really like some of the changes they’ve made to the new grill. And the food wasn’t too bad either, lol! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out, my friend!
Great review of the Sportsman's Grill. I will have to try your recipe for sautéed radishes. Years ago I remember seeing a recipe by another RUclipsr for oven-baked radishes. She said it was the only way she could get her kids to eat them and like them. Apparently, when they're cooked it tames the flavor and they're more mild. A raw radish can have a harsh, peppery bite to it. Cooking mellows it out.
Thanks, RD! I was totally surprised the first time my wife made them, but I’m a believer now. If you haven’t ever had them, I recommend trying them at least once!
Sweet. Slide the tray out and kiss your ashes goodbye. Looks like a big improvement over the old one. I love my old one, but the loose draft door and loading door are easy to misplace. I'm sure I'm not the only person who knows that. Dumping ashes is a little difficult too.
Thank you! When you get your grill, just remember it gets very hot. You will need to keep a close eye on it! Thanks again for watching, and happy cooking, my friend!
Either those are some huge chicken thighs or that grill has gotten smaller possibly. I also would suggest to season the cast iron grill grate with a high temp oil like grapeseed oil instead of a spray. I also wouldn’t ever cook in a beautiful cast iron skillet right next to a greasy chicken because it will coat the outside of the skillet with grease and stuff. The grill definitely looks smaller than the original out of the box. I’ve never had the radishes so I will definitely try that.
Thank you guys!! It's the newer version of and old favorite little grill! It's perfect for two people too! Do you have a small grill of some sort like this?
I was shocked and dismayed when I looked at all the Lodge products including these griddles on the shelf in the stores. Heavy deep striations along the casting seams edges where it appears an untrained person ground off the casting seams, looked absolutely terrible. I even sent 4 pictures to Lodge, they replied they don't care, and it does not affect performance, which I already know. None of my other cast Iron cook ware from Columbia and China has theses horrible quality control issues. Not sure why Lodge refuses to update to longer handles on skillets and revamp their QC processes in their castings, very poor attitude from an American company. "You can't build a reputation on what you are going to do.” ~ Henry Ford.
Go to an antique store. Buy an old one for $12. Clean the heck out of it. Sand off rust. Just get it uber clean. Then season it in a 509 f oven and it's better than new. $150 this!
I got the older version that doesn't have the ash tray but I love mine. Had it for about 8 years and it still looks brand new. What Indo with mine is I cut a piece of aluminum foil and place down inside the charcoal area and run it up about 3 inches on tbe sides. Mine does have a damper on it but it is a small plate that slides back and forth. Once I am done cooking and the coal die out I just fold the aluminum foil up and remove all the ashes. It's a little more effort but it makes removing the coals easier and it also prevents salty sauces and grease from contacting the surfaces. The sportsman grill isn't really meant to cook large pieces of meat nor does it smoke although I did fabricate a cover for mine and it does pretty good. I am reallybgood about making sure my grate is always cleaned and then I wipe all surface while still warm with peanut oil. Would I pay 150.00 bucks for one....no but I got this as a Christmas gift and love using it. It's great for deer burgers, skewers, dogs and hamburgers and it really shines cooking pork chops. Not sure I like the new version shown here. Doesn't look and heavy duty and I definitely don't like the detached handles. End up losing those. Mine are attached and cannot be removed.
I picked up a sportsman grill this morning for $8.00 bail handle with ridges it was orange. Cleaned the grill top and used it. Tomorrow I'm doing the electrolysis on it. love it already.
Wow! Now that was a bargain, Michael! I’m sure once you get it stripped down and cleaned up that it will be a great little grill for many years to come! We sure love ours too! Thanks again for sharing this with us, my friend!
What's more, the Sportsman grill has been around since the 1930s. Birmingham Stove & Range produced the exact same grill for over 40 years until it went out of business in 1992. They passed on the design of the Sportsman grill to Lodge as part of their debt settlement.
Yes, that is right, but I forgot to mention that, Eric! Heck, I couldn't even get my math right, lol! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out, my friend, and we sure appreciate all you do for the cast iron community!
Awesome video I just ordered the pro can’t wait to get it on the 12th which is my birthday. So happy they made the pull out drawer to empty the charcoal
I like it. Great for camping, or grilling something small for two people, so I don't have to use the big grill for something small. I've liked Lodge for a long time. They always use thick metal.
Just bought one and glad I watched this. If you put the washer thingies outside the grill box like I did at first (I'm no mechanical wizard, LOL) the slide doesn't work. They have to go inside, under the nuts.
I have tons of cast iron products, mostly vintage,love it all. I always light my chimney in my grill. Don't let the negative comments get to u. Some people do everything perfect, so they think, they don't have anything better to do.
Nice video! I just got the Pro Grill too. I've enjoyed the old style but these are some nice upgrades to the design. Easier to empty and the venting is better. Great point on watching how much charcoal you use; I've seen videos where people use too much and complain about how close the charcoal is to the cooking surface. It does save on the amount of charcaol you need to use. You got me to subscribe!
Thank you Vince!! I agree some things were needing a change but some things didn’t. I would like to see a better way to carry or move it around. The old style with a bail handle was cool but it wasn’t balanced. Other than that I’m happy with mine.
Sometimes they just have to change things just to look good. Not because it needs to be changed.... They will change the new one too. But that one needs to change....
My hibachi came with me from Japan. I use twigs and larger for fire. When the meat is done, and the fire's burned out, I simply remove the wooden handled grills and dump the ashes. The grill base also has wooden handles. SO! 1grill base and 2 adjustable height racks. Used this hibachi since 1964. A lot! If it ain't broke, don't fix it. BTW..hibachi is what it IS. 😊 The description became the brand name.
I still like the previous version more, but I do want to get this one some time or another. Kind of a grill collector, and I love Lodge. Never have I done radish like that.
I hear ya, brother! I’ve collected more stuff than I have room for, lol! Yeah, those radishes are so good! I think if you try them, you will be pleasantly surprised!
Me too, the old one is shaped differently so it cooks differently and there's a learning curve to all grills. The new one has some really nice features, but I cook better with the old one. I don't grill with these very often so I gave the new one to my youngest son. When he learns it maybe he'll like it better than the old one if he ever uses the old one. He'll probably like it less than the the new one because he's gotten so used to the new one. Does that make sense? @@MrCastIron
Mike!! Another great video buddy! Those would be great to take camping, tailgating, or to the park! It was awesome to see Teresa enjoying herself too!! You guys compliment each other like champagne n strawberries. You all have a fun, safe Memorial Day weekend!
You’re welcome, Rick, and thank you too, my friend! There are great little grills that can be taken just about anywhere. Teresa and I had a great time cooking and making this video! Take care, buddy, and have a great week ahead!
Thank you; I am learning from your videos. I just ordered a very similar one to this and I wonder how you care for the cast iron body. Do you need to clean and season the entire thing after use?
I like the old version better, I also like to use the Weber little Smokey grill the advantage to that is it has a lid to allow smoking the meat it saves charcoal because you put the cover on grill and when your done and use the charcoal again unlike the Lodge Sportsman grill
I owned the old version and loved it so much I bought this version and gave my old one to my buddy. These make the most seriously seared delicious meats you can grill. $150.00 is a fair value exchange for the quality. It’s several cast parts. Made in America
First off, thank you for the video! I’m sorry but I’m not impressed with the new version I would rather have the old version any day of the week, 👍 PS Una casa Hibachi Grill Is like the old lodge , I love it !
For the price you have to pay for that cast-iron piece I'll stick with my Weber portable grill because it's much cheaper and easier to travel with plus it has a lid
Heeey Mr. & Mrs. Cast Iron. Good to see y'all this Memorial day. 1st, love da grill, 2, love da new skillet, 3, IN LOVE with her holiday decorations, 4th, I've NEVER had radish cooked before & gonna try it, 5th, Mrs. Cast Irons hair is pretty must be a fresh trim. Looks like an awesome day for you 2 today. Hope y'all njoyd.
Good to see you too, Cynthia! We had fun making this together! You need to try those radishes for sure! I hope you’ve had a great weekend, and I wish you a better week ahead, my friend!
Thank you for the sweet comments. Yes I just got my hair trimmed! We used to have a big garden so I always made scarecrows so now we just have a few container plants but we still need scarecrows right?! 😂 We had a great time making this video. It was an absolutely beautiful day! Hope you have a great holiday! We are so thankful & grateful ❤️ 🇺🇸
My wknd was great. Weather was purrrrfect not too hott yet. & RIIIIGHT, never leave out da scarecrows. Y'all have a very blessed week too. Oooh, DEFINITLY trying da radishes. I'm a plumb fool for veggies.
@@cynthiawesley8470 I’ve ALSO never had radishes like that, I too will DEFINITELY be giving these a try…(minus the bacon🤣) Hope you are having a fun safe Memorial Day weekend!
C'mon Rick let's go out on a limb🤣 I'm going all in, alllll da way! LOL. Now I can't do onion but can onion flakes. Allergic! Da Dr tried to explain what we difference & I chose to STAY medically ignorant being I have no plans on going to medical school. So I just follow da orders & do dried onion & BAAAACON!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I never found anybody love bacon like me.
Lots of reasons I will stick with my old version of the original Sportsman’s which I’ve had since 2005. Still looks brand new because I clean and keep it seasoned all the time. Actually cleaning and seasoning the entire original is easier than doing this Pro version. Easier access to all surfaces. Draft door system on original much better, access door to fire bowl, etc…….
I hear ya, Michael! I have both too, and each one has its own best features. I would like to see Lodge combine all of those into one awesome grill that everyone loves! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and feedback with us, my friend!
@@MrCastIron Mr. Cast Iron, I also line my fire bowl with aluminum foil underneath the removable charcoal grate all the way up the sides on my original. Cuts way down on cleaning with the original. You can’t do that with the Pro because charcoal grate is not removable. Big deal breaker for me. Thanks for the video, I’m grilling those thighs and radishes. Radish dish in the 9” cast iron skillet.
Hey Mike buddy I'm sorry I guess I missed this one. I've been wanting one of these grills but I'm not sure. I'd like to find one of the old round ones. Which do you like best? I dont know if you can but I'd like to see someone cook ribs on it I bet you could if you wrap them after you get the color you wanted? See ya buddy!
Thanks, Hillbilly! I have both of the Sportsmans grills. I like certain things about both of them. I haven’t ever done ribs on them before, but I figure you could. Thanks again, buddy, and have a great week!
MR CAST IRON (Mike). Really enjoyed this video. However, there was one major drawback; y’all made me hungry!! 😝. Question, when you pull the vent door open for more air flow, does the ash tray move too? Or is the ash tray located below the door mechanism? I couldn’t tell. Again, y’all did very well demonstrating this grill….Papaw Dan
Thanks, Papaw Dan! I’m glad we made you hungry, at least, lol! The draft doors and the ashtray are all one piece, so it all moves. When you open or close the draft doors, it is not moved enough that it doesn’t still catch the ash.
Sometimes they just have to change things just to look good. Not because it needs to be changed.... They will change the new one too. But that one needs to change....
Hey thanks for the video im thinking about picking up one of these. Is there anyway you can do an update video on this ? Also when I season it do you have to rub the entire grill down with oil including the coal basket ?
I have the sportsman pro and the kick off grill, the problem I have with both is they get too hot on the outside and bottom which crack my ceramic tile countertop, so I set them on red bricks, but the grills still get too hot.
I just recently got one of these for an early fathers day gift, since it was kinda heavy in the box, I had to move it for my wife....but I've used this three times already and its so quick and simple to use, big enough just for the two of us. What I would like to find is a cover for this. I do have a question, I debated about taking it with us on some trips, but it takes hours for it to cool back down. Do you have any tricks/tips on how to cool one of these faster?
That's cool! I bet you were surprised to get that early present! I also have the older model of this grill, and the grill cover fits these, too, from what I understand. Unfortunately, I don't have a cover, but maybe I should get one. The only thing really is a little time as far as cooling down the grill. After we cooked in the video, it didn't take all that long, maybe 30 minutes to an hour, and it was ready to put away.
I used to use an electric starter on my grill. No dumping hot coals, just pull it out when the coals are ready. No nasty lighter fluid flavor. Dump the spray and oil the grids with regular cooking oil using a heat proof silicone brush.
You can still get a new "old" Sportsman Grill from Lodge. They still sell all of the parts for the old version individually, and I just ordered all 9 pieces, including the cover, from their website. Today is the last day for their summer savings coupons, and with the coupon added I got mine for $144 plus tax and free delivery. It's an option if someone wants the old style but doesn't want to pay the criminal prices on eBay that sellers are trying to get.
Hey Mike ......you and Mrs. CI are THE BIG TIME now as Lodge has finally hooked you up with a great product! What a great demonstration video y'all. Lunch sure looked delicious too! Have a great week and enjoy that beautiful weather!!
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How the heck are you in Arkansas wearing a Cabela's hat? Don't you know Bass Pro is what's good for ya? (Especially since Bass Pro now owns Cabela's) :D
Lol!! I know right!!?? 😂😂
I still love my old one. The open door makes it like a mini fireplace. I can stuff pecan and apple wood directly inside.
Yes, that is one cool feature that the new one doesn’t have anymore! We still have our older model, too, and I plan to keep cooking on it! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out, my friend, and especially for sharing your thoughts with us!
Not even close to being worth $150...
@@nickdannunzio7683 wrong I really like mine the older style
Worth every penny! And AMERICAN MADE! If you’re a fan of cast iron, you won’t be sorry! Great Video Sir, I have the older model, with the nail, but I sure like those handles.
you would have been better off drop bolt down from above, nut and washer underneath. while unpridictble, you might one day want to disassemble. bolting the way you did, heat and grime from use will make it impossible short of braking the bolt.
Looks like the screws go the way he put them in... the top side has hex in the casting for the nuts and the bottom has countersinks for the flathead screws.
He put the bolts thru the EXACT way the assembly section of the book that comes with it says to
You mean the “ screw“ 🤣
Thank y’all for the comments and feedback! We sure appreciate it!!
I remember back in the 60's we had cast iron grill called a HIBACHI.
I remember them as a kid. Great little bbq’s! Crazy expensive now.
Yeah, and thought $15 for it was nuts
Great work Mr Cast Iron! I just watched 17mins of video about a grill I don’t need just because you seem like a nice bloke 😂 Sending love from Australia 👍
thank you mr and mrs cast iron. I appreciate this video. chimney paper is not something i had considered before. i appreciate the way you show the capacity of the grill and how functional it is..i am glad i watched your video. thank you
I watch this and was impressed so I ordered one. When I received it was in perfect condition. I found lowest cost and free shipping at Home Depot.
I was so impressed with it..very well built! Looks nice and maybe something to brag about a little. : ) I love it . Haven't used it yet but will soon.
how do you know you love it you havent used it yet- love these useless reviews
@@canoestripper502 How do I know? I am 74 years old now and I have bought Lodge cast iron items since I was in my 20's. My mother-in-law gave me my piece..an Lodge 8" skillet. I still have it. This brand has stood the test of time of wear and how it cooks food. I also have my favorite brand of stainless steel cookware. I also have used it for 50 years and it still looks new. I have a large family so my cookware was used a lot.
How items are built can determine if it looks beautiful or ugly.
Hopefully you won't find this reply 'useless'.
Have a Merry Christmas.
Great video.
Why did Lodge change the design. The realistic answer is because they made it cheaper to manufacture. There are only 3 pieces to be make, instead of 7 pieces with the old one (including the bail handle)
I have this model but always use my lodge sportsman grill. Hopefully they bring back the LSG
Thank you! I’m gonna say you are right because it just makes financial sense to reduce the number of castings from 7 to 3. I wish they would have kept the bail handle, but the hooks work too! Thanks for sharing your experience and thoughts with us, my friend!!
Why though, should we watch this video BEFORE we buy the grill? I expected some kind of a special review, but cooking like this can be done on any grill, as well as on an open fire...
Watch it for the new design changes.
Not every one has a grill or live in some post-apocalyptic world where they can just start an open fire on a whim. Also, if you know anything about lodge or their iconic sportsman grill, you'd know this design is completely different.
Used to buy habachi for $5. Overpriced joke of a knockoff.
Mr. Cast Iron, I like the way you used blocks and that expanded metal grate for a table. That's a good idea.
Thank you! It’s kind of a crude setup but it works perfectly for what we use it for!
After watching this I decided to order one. It will be delivered in a few days. Can hardly wait to try it.
That's cool! Let us know how it goes, ok!?
That the 1st time in my 64 yrs I ever seen radishes cooked like that
They are good. Give it a try and let me know what you think about it ok!?
You did a good job on this video- thanks
Thank you, Tim! I’m glad you found it helpful and informative!
I have my original of this, but I'm liking the looks of this one "more gooder". Thanks.
I inherited my old Lodge decades ago, and the "improvements" aren't enough to get the the newer model.
I like what Lodge did with the New Sportsman Grill . All the upgrades seem to make it easier to use. Kinda surprised that it took them so long to figure out The problems. I love radishes, these looked good. NicelY Done. Thanks for sharing. 😎🇺🇸.
Yes, me too, GOG! I like everything, except they didn’t keep the bail handle. It seems to make it easier to move around to me. Those radishes were delicious, and it’s something we are cooking more and more!
I love that you can flip it upside down legs up & a lodge flat griddle fits on it like a glove for bacon eggs pancakes etc…
They made it better especially sliding out the drawer to empty the charcoal & also not as many pieces to keep up with 💯 better hands down
It's so great to see both of you! You look happy!
I was concerned you weren't going to like the new grill, Mike. I'm happy you appreciate the improvements they made. That's a fine-looking meal. Thanks for sharing your review!
Yes! We had a good time making this one! I really like some of the changes they’ve made to the new grill. And the food wasn’t too bad either, lol! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out, my friend!
Rational behind the two bolts being the way it is was to allow the vent to work right and the ash tray to move in the middle.
Great review of the Sportsman's Grill. I will have to try your recipe for sautéed radishes. Years ago I remember seeing a recipe by another RUclipsr for oven-baked radishes. She said it was the only way she could get her kids to eat them and like them. Apparently, when they're cooked it tames the flavor and they're more mild. A raw radish can have a harsh, peppery bite to it. Cooking mellows it out.
Thanks, RD! I was totally surprised the first time my wife made them, but I’m a believer now. If you haven’t ever had them, I recommend trying them at least once!
I have gone through 3 ... the bottom tends to burn out.. but I do like them
Sweet. Slide the tray out and kiss your ashes goodbye.
Looks like a big improvement over the old one. I love my old one, but the loose draft door and loading door are easy to misplace. I'm sure I'm not the only person who knows that. Dumping ashes is a little difficult too.
Yes, I like a couple of things about this new one, too, but I wish they had kept the bail handle! Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us, my friend!
Loved your detailed explanation about the pro grill I'm going to purchase one 👌 also I think food tastes better cooking with charcoal apposed to gas!
Thank you! When you get your grill, just remember it gets very hot. You will need to keep a close eye on it! Thanks again for watching, and happy cooking, my friend!
Either those are some huge chicken thighs or that grill has gotten smaller possibly. I also would suggest to season the cast iron grill grate with a high temp oil like grapeseed oil instead of a spray. I also wouldn’t ever cook in a beautiful cast iron skillet right next to a greasy chicken because it will coat the outside of the skillet with grease and stuff. The grill definitely looks smaller than the original out of the box. I’ve never had the radishes so I will definitely try that.
Very clever contraption Mike!!!
Thank you guys!! It's the newer version of and old favorite little grill! It's perfect for two people too! Do you have a small grill of some sort like this?
@@MrCastIron I have a couple of small electric ones...but you've seen them already. haha
@@Maplecook That's cool, buddy!
@@MrCastIron not a small one. We use our Oklahoma Joe lol
Since I still have the original design, I will get the new one too and just see how they work out.
Great review. I would like for them to make a cover for it like they had for the older sportsman.
Thank you, sir! Actually, the older cover will fit these too!
I was shocked and dismayed when I looked at all the Lodge products including these griddles on the shelf in the stores. Heavy deep striations along the casting seams edges where it appears an untrained person ground off the casting seams, looked absolutely terrible. I even sent 4 pictures to Lodge, they replied they don't care, and it does not affect performance, which I already know. None of my other cast Iron cook ware from Columbia and China has theses horrible quality control issues. Not sure why Lodge refuses to update to longer handles on skillets and revamp their QC processes in their castings, very poor attitude from an American company.
"You can't build a reputation on what you are going to do.” ~ Henry Ford.
Lodge quality control is terrible now their items have pitting in it
Go to an antique store. Buy an old one for $12. Clean the heck out of it. Sand off rust. Just get it uber clean. Then season it in a 509 f oven and it's better than new. $150 this!
I got the older version that doesn't have the ash tray but I love mine. Had it for about 8 years and it still looks brand new. What Indo with mine is I cut a piece of aluminum foil and place down inside the charcoal area and run it up about 3 inches on tbe sides. Mine does have a damper on it but it is a small plate that slides back and forth. Once I am done cooking and the coal die out I just fold the aluminum foil up and remove all the ashes. It's a little more effort but it makes removing the coals easier and it also prevents salty sauces and grease from contacting the surfaces. The sportsman grill isn't really meant to cook large pieces of meat nor does it smoke although I did fabricate a cover for mine and it does pretty good. I am reallybgood about making sure my grate is always cleaned and then I wipe all surface while still warm with peanut oil. Would I pay 150.00 bucks for one....no but I got this as a Christmas gift and love using it. It's great for deer burgers, skewers, dogs and hamburgers and it really shines cooking pork chops. Not sure I like the new version shown here. Doesn't look and heavy duty and I definitely don't like the detached handles. End up losing those. Mine are attached and cannot be removed.
I picked up a sportsman grill this morning for $8.00 bail handle with ridges it was orange. Cleaned the grill top and used it. Tomorrow I'm doing the electrolysis on it. love it already.
Wow! Now that was a bargain, Michael! I’m sure once you get it stripped down and cleaned up that it will be a great little grill for many years to come! We sure love ours too! Thanks again for sharing this with us, my friend!
Almost looks like a hibachi!
What's more, the Sportsman grill has been around since the 1930s. Birmingham Stove & Range produced the exact same grill for over 40 years until it went out of business in 1992. They passed on the design of the Sportsman grill to Lodge as part of their debt settlement.
Yes, that is right, but I forgot to mention that, Eric! Heck, I couldn't even get my math right, lol! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out, my friend, and we sure appreciate all you do for the cast iron community!
Fantastic video, very informative. Well done.
Thank you, Sandy!
Awesome video I just ordered the pro can’t wait to get it on the 12th which is my birthday. So happy they made the pull out drawer to empty the charcoal
I like it. Great for camping, or grilling something small for two people, so I don't have to use the big grill for something small. I've liked Lodge for a long time. They always use thick metal.
I prefer the original design. Sad change
Just bought one and glad I watched this. If you put the washer thingies outside the grill box like I did at first (I'm no mechanical wizard, LOL) the slide doesn't work. They have to go inside, under the nuts.
Yeah, there’s not much room there. I appreciate you sharing this with us, my friend!
I have tons of cast iron products, mostly vintage,love it all. I always light my chimney in my grill. Don't let the negative comments get to u. Some people do everything perfect, so they think, they don't have anything better to do.
It’s a great grill. I love mine. You did a very thorough and informative review.
Thanks, Big Lew! I love mine too!
Nice video! I just got the Pro Grill too. I've enjoyed the old style but these are some nice upgrades to the design. Easier to empty and the venting is better. Great point on watching how much charcoal you use; I've seen videos where people use too much and complain about how close the charcoal is to the cooking surface. It does save on the amount of charcaol you need to use. You got me to subscribe!
Thank you Vince!! I agree some things were needing a change but some things didn’t. I would like to see a better way to carry or move it around. The old style with a bail handle was cool but it wasn’t balanced. Other than that I’m happy with mine.
sauteed radishes? never tried that..thanks for the review..not seen that grill..need one..
The sportsman grill was designed by BSR and has been around long before Lodge made them. Lodge took over the patent when they bought BSR.
You’re exactly right Keith! Thanks for sharing this with us my friend!
Sometimes they just have to change things just to look good. Not because it needs to be changed.... They will change the new one too. But that one needs to change....
You may be right Wayne!
Nolan had three legs it was tippy dangerous
I like radishes but have never had them cooked. I'll have to try this.
Yes sir nice video I'm starved lol😂. I'm gonna have to get me one of these. Thanks for the video happy grilling Mr.&Mrs.cast iron
Never seen radishes cooked have to try it!!
Yeah give them a try! They are pretty good!
Great video! I love radishes but have never had them fried or cooked. Would love to try that! Thanks!
I noticed your grill is Cuisinart that name is very expensive.
My hibachi came with me from Japan. I use twigs and larger for fire. When the meat is done, and the fire's burned out, I simply remove the wooden handled grills and dump the ashes. The grill base also has wooden handles. SO! 1grill base and 2 adjustable height racks. Used this hibachi since 1964. A lot! If it ain't broke, don't fix it.
BTW..hibachi is what it IS. 😊 The description became the brand name.
Sounds great! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us my friend!
Wish the grill body was made of the same material as the grate. It would be awesome if they made one where the housing was cast aluminum.
I felt like I was watching a commercial on TV for the majority of the video. 🙄
No need fot thermometers. You'll know when its done by looking at it! 😊
It is called a hibachi! Been around like 1000 years ?
Lol! Thanks bud!
New Ideas from young idiots, probably related to high ups.
Atleast it doesn't have rainbows on it
@@The_Blessed_Cowboy
Don’t give them any ideas, lol
@@joedyhicks9415 what does a smoked unicorn taste like I wonder?
Mine is going on 25 years old and is still in regular use. I like the ease of assembly and definitely like the ashtray.
Very nice video! Great job! Very informative! Thank you! 😊
You’re welcome, Al, and thank you too, my friend!
I miss the old Hitachi grill from the 70,s
@@davidwilson7021 hibachi?
Love it, love the iron grill but how you take care of it. Tks
I still like the previous version more, but I do want to get this one some time or another. Kind of a grill collector, and I love Lodge. Never have I done radish like that.
I hear ya, brother! I’ve collected more stuff than I have room for, lol! Yeah, those radishes are so good! I think if you try them, you will be pleasantly surprised!
The old one is better
I like some things about both of them and some things I don’t like about them!
Me too, the old one is shaped differently so it cooks differently and there's a learning curve to all grills. The new one has some really nice features, but I cook better with the old one. I don't grill with these very often so I gave the new one to my youngest son. When he learns it maybe he'll like it better than the old one if he ever uses the old one. He'll probably like it less than the the new one because he's gotten so used to the new one. Does that make sense? @@MrCastIron
Still no way to adjust height, except the flip, which is a lot of fun after the grate has been over fire for a while.
Mike!! Another great video buddy! Those would be great to take camping, tailgating, or to the park!
It was awesome to see Teresa enjoying herself too!! You guys compliment each other like champagne n strawberries.
You all have a fun, safe Memorial Day weekend!
You’re welcome, Rick, and thank you too, my friend! There are great little grills that can be taken just about anywhere. Teresa and I had a great time cooking and making this video! Take care, buddy, and have a great week ahead!
They do. Like beans & rice.😂 Too sweet.
Thank you; I am learning from your videos. I just ordered a very similar one to this and I wonder how you care for the cast iron body. Do you need to clean and season the entire thing after use?
I like the old version better, I also like to use the Weber little Smokey grill the advantage to that is it has a lid to allow smoking the meat it saves charcoal because you put the cover on grill and when your done and use the charcoal again unlike the Lodge Sportsman grill
I hear ya! I like the bail handle better on the old style than the hooks but overall it's not too bad
There was a time when AMERICAN made products were affordable. This is not worth $150.
Have you bought cast iron lately?
Looks like 150.00 to me. Hard, hot work goes into making these things.
@@CoyoteZoom Oh brother……
Really. , $150 for that?
I owned the old version and loved it so much I bought this version and gave my old one to my buddy. These make the most seriously seared delicious meats you can grill. $150.00 is a fair value exchange for the quality. It’s several cast parts. Made in America
First off, thank you for the video!
I’m sorry but I’m not impressed with the new version I would rather have the old version any day of the week,
👍 PS Una casa Hibachi Grill
Is like the old lodge , I love it !
You’re welcome, and thank you, too, my friend, for sharing your thoughts with us! I like certain things about both of them.
For the price you have to pay for that cast-iron piece I'll stick with my Weber portable grill because it's much cheaper and easier to travel with plus it has a lid
Profit, only reason
Never heard of sauted radish but want to try that
Heeey Mr. & Mrs. Cast Iron. Good to see y'all this Memorial day. 1st, love da grill, 2, love da new skillet, 3, IN LOVE with her holiday decorations, 4th, I've NEVER had radish cooked before & gonna try it, 5th, Mrs. Cast Irons hair is pretty must be a fresh trim. Looks like an awesome day for you 2 today. Hope y'all njoyd.
Good to see you too, Cynthia! We had fun making this together! You need to try those radishes for sure! I hope you’ve had a great weekend, and I wish you a better week ahead, my friend!
Thank you for the sweet comments. Yes I just got my hair trimmed! We used to have a big garden so I always made scarecrows so now we just have a few container plants but we still need scarecrows right?! 😂 We had a great time making this video. It was an absolutely beautiful day! Hope you have a great holiday! We are so thankful & grateful ❤️ 🇺🇸
My wknd was great. Weather was purrrrfect not too hott yet. & RIIIIGHT, never leave out da scarecrows. Y'all have a very blessed week too. Oooh, DEFINITLY trying da radishes. I'm a plumb fool for veggies.
@@cynthiawesley8470 I’ve ALSO never had radishes like that, I too will DEFINITELY be giving these a try…(minus the bacon🤣)
Hope you are having a fun safe Memorial Day weekend!
C'mon Rick let's go out on a limb🤣 I'm going all in, alllll da way! LOL. Now I can't do onion but can onion flakes. Allergic! Da Dr tried to explain what we difference & I chose to STAY medically ignorant being I have no plans on going to medical school. So I just follow da orders & do dried onion & BAAAACON!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I never found anybody love bacon like me.
Lots of reasons I will stick with my old version of the original Sportsman’s which I’ve had since 2005. Still looks brand new because I clean and keep it seasoned all the time. Actually cleaning and seasoning the entire original is easier than doing this Pro version. Easier access to all surfaces. Draft door system on original much better, access door to fire bowl, etc…….
I hear ya, Michael! I have both too, and each one has its own best features. I would like to see Lodge combine all of those into one awesome grill that everyone loves! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and feedback with us, my friend!
@@MrCastIron Mr. Cast Iron, I also line my fire bowl with aluminum foil underneath the removable charcoal grate all the way up the sides on my original. Cuts way down on cleaning with the original. You can’t do that with the Pro because charcoal grate is not removable. Big deal breaker for me. Thanks for the video, I’m grilling those thighs and radishes. Radish dish in the 9” cast iron skillet.
Yeah, that’s an excellent point, Michael! I wish I had a good ole grill chicken thigh about now, lol! Thanks for sharing this with us, buddy!
I love the redesign of the ash catcher👍
Yes, me too, Bobbi ! That makes it so much easier to dump the ash!
Lol... why does this have him out of breath??
He like his food so much lol
A GOOD VIDEO, THANKS!
Would be even better if it had a lid so you could smoke on it.
Hey Mike buddy I'm sorry I guess I missed this one. I've been wanting one of these grills but I'm not sure. I'd like to find one of the old round ones. Which do you like best? I dont know if you can but I'd like to see someone cook ribs on it
I bet you could if you wrap them after you get the color you wanted? See ya buddy!
Thanks, Hillbilly! I have both of the Sportsmans grills. I like certain things about both of them. I haven’t ever done ribs on them before, but I figure you could. Thanks again, buddy, and have a great week!
seems more like 17 mins of advertising.
Yeah really! Ain't every video on RUclips some form of advertising?
Going to give that sauteed radishes a shot.....thanks much
Yes, they are so good. Give them a try. I wasn’t sure I would like them the first time we cooked them, but I like them a lot!
MR CAST IRON (Mike). Really enjoyed this video. However, there was one major drawback; y’all made me hungry!! 😝. Question, when you pull the vent door open for more air flow, does the ash tray move too? Or is the ash tray located below the door mechanism? I couldn’t tell. Again, y’all did very well demonstrating this grill….Papaw Dan
Thanks, Papaw Dan! I’m glad we made you hungry, at least, lol! The draft doors and the ashtray are all one piece, so it all moves. When you open or close the draft doors, it is not moved enough that it doesn’t still catch the ash.
Thanks. That’s what I was wondering; if ashtray still caught the ashes….Dan
@Papaw Dan, that would’ve been a bad deal if it didn’t.
Sometimes they just have to change things just to look good. Not because it needs to be changed.... They will change the new one too. But that one needs to change....
Hey thanks for the video im thinking about picking up one of these. Is there anyway you can do an update video on this ? Also when I season it do you have to rub the entire grill down with oil including the coal basket ?
You're welcome anytime, my friend. I would make sure it's oiled because it is cast iron. That will help stop any rust from forming.
I have the sportsman pro and the kick off grill, the problem I have with both is they get too hot on the outside and bottom which crack my ceramic tile countertop, so I set them on red bricks, but the grills still get too hot.
Yes they do get hot!
Visit your local masonry dealer a get a few Fireplace Bricks to rest your grill on.
@@addisonesslinger3653 Good idea, thank you!
I just recently got one of these for an early fathers day gift, since it was kinda heavy in the box, I had to move it for my wife....but I've used this three times already and its so quick and simple to use, big enough just for the two of us. What I would like to find is a cover for this. I do have a question, I debated about taking it with us on some trips, but it takes hours for it to cool back down. Do you have any tricks/tips on how to cool one of these faster?
That's cool! I bet you were surprised to get that early present! I also have the older model of this grill, and the grill cover fits these, too, from what I understand. Unfortunately, I don't have a cover, but maybe I should get one. The only thing really is a little time as far as cooling down the grill. After we cooked in the video, it didn't take all that long, maybe 30 minutes to an hour, and it was ready to put away.
I used to use an electric starter on my grill. No dumping hot coals, just pull it out when the coals are ready. No nasty lighter fluid flavor.
Dump the spray and oil the grids with regular cooking oil using a heat proof silicone brush.
Good tip! Thanks for sharing this with us, my friend!
I have found that Oklahoma Joe makes a better chimney for coals.
Excellent video. Thanks for sharing. Thumbs-up ~John
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!
Looks nice, but not $150 nice
Great video Mike, Dinner is served!!!
Thank you Thomas! Dinner was very good and it was partially Keto too lol!
@@MrCastIron yes it was..lol..
You can still get a new "old" Sportsman Grill from Lodge. They still sell all of the parts for the old version individually, and I just ordered all 9 pieces, including the cover, from their website. Today is the last day for their summer savings coupons, and with the coupon added I got mine for $144 plus tax and free delivery. It's an option if someone wants the old style but doesn't want to pay the criminal prices on eBay that sellers are trying to get.
That’s cool! Thanks for sharing this with us, my friend!
Did the pieces all come in one box?
Yes, they do on a new one anyway.
@@grc5618 some of the pieces of the original grill are on back order, hope they continue to make them
Its over-priced on both models, in my book!!
I cook my chicken on the grill for an hour and I only flip it one time. Constant flipping is the sign of an amateur.
Low and slow - don't use too much charcoal in a hibachi type grill.
I have been looking at these for years and never bought one. It looks like it might be time. Great video my friend.
Thanks, buddy. Yeah, they’re a great little grill, especially for two people!
Hey Mike ......you and Mrs. CI are THE BIG TIME now as Lodge has finally hooked you up with a great product! What a great demonstration video y'all. Lunch sure looked delicious too! Have a great week and enjoy that beautiful weather!!
Lol! Thanks, Big Rob! I don’t know about being big time yet, but I was shocked when the friendly folks at Lodge offered it to us to review!
I think I paid like $60.00 +/-? When I bought mine. Which I knew was a good price. Just about 4 years ago.
Looks like a well designed unit.
Where did you find the "fisk"?
Yes it works pretty good! The Fiskie is here: amzn.to/3GNdadT
Back in the day the grill came with an oval cast iron tray/pan to use atop of the grill or use as a lid for slower grilling. Maybe 40 years ago.