Thanks for this excellent and thorough review. Lodge obviously decided that "If it works, stop production (and loose your customer base) and then later bring out a redesign successor to the Sportsman, which has a peculiar sliding base instead of legs." All to common for North American companies. My Lodge Sportsman eventually gave up the ghost (the charcoal bed grill cracks from metal fatigue), so I will probably get one of these Giantex units. They seem almost the same as a Lodge grill - for about $100 cheaper. It's a grill - they all do a superb grill job for 1 to 4 people. I always use lump charcoal because it lights up fast, lasts long enough to cook the food, then dies down. And does not stress the cast iron for hours on end needlessly, which brickettes do. Also, an occasional rubbing with cast iron stove polish keeps the unit looking sharp, and prevents rust - which loves to start on cast iron. Oh yes - I also place these grills on some big ceramic tiles as a precaution.
Sorry to say in my haste tell what I have learned about the Lodge Sportsman Grill if forgot to talk about your video. You did a very nice job at comparing the 2 grills. I myself only want the Lodge. I was thinking of looking more into the other grill and now know its not for me. If you don't like the bail on the Lodge, it can be removed. Plus if your going to move the Lodge, you must remove the 2 doors and it will hand from the bail straight. I have seen people just slip the doors into the grill as they move when it is cold. I want to thank you again for putting the time in on your video to make a good comparison.... Nice Job!!!
UPDATE: Lodge has responded that they won’t be casting new LSGs for 2021 but will be bringing it back in 2022. Amazon Affiliate Links: Giantex Grill: amzn.to/2NtCTjJ
i emailed them and they told me the same thing so i bought the giantex, but i periodically check the web site and i saw that one was available on the website so i bought it. says estimated ship date will be tomorrow so fingers crossed it wasn't just a mistake
I talked too... 10/06 ...to Lodge chat.. Reba told me Sportsman will be back in 2022. Improved ...what ever that means.. guess I'll see, if I'm still alive by then. The old regular Sportsman can be had.. on Ebay for a spendy price. Good Video
Great comparison! Originally wanted a LSG, but started looking at others since Lodge is so hard to find. Lodge does have a small, two-piece, "Kickoff grill" available, I see... Work in the automotive industry and most all brake rotors and drums from overseas are coated in some sort of wax/grease as to prevent rusting during storage/shipping.
Nice and honest review. As for the bail on the Lodge, Lodge changed the design of it about eight years ago. I cant for the life of me, figure out why. On the old style the bail was easily removable, it snapped on and off. it also folded all the way down to the back of the grill and out of the way. as for this Asian made one it doesn't look too bad from your review.
I just bought the Camp Chef Cast Iron Grill from Cabela's and so far I'm very pleased with it. I watched several videos and the Camp Chef was better than the new Lodge Sportsman Pro which had quality issues. Great video.
Just brought this hibachi for use in case of power outages, etc. I live alone and really like the weight of it. Have Dutch oven cast iron to make biscuits and a set of cast iron fry pans that were my great grandmother's to coke eggs, fried rice, and other dishes. Getting a cast iron pot to boill water to rehydrate foods and also to boil water and destroy bacteria if I need to. This is a super little grill that comes with everything other than that cylinder and would love to know where you got those arcs to keep heat in. I had a Hibachi in the 70's and that is what we always cooked on - put it out on our fireplace in the summer and wintertime to grill food in NYC. Good review!
Let's not rag on Lodge. I removed the bale on day one, and just move it around with welder's gloves if I need to. This is a smaller hibachi, and stands alone. I once had one like this with two split, adjustable grates. It worked fine. This would be great on its own for someone, but if you want to get into longevity of the quality of iron, history, American manufacturing, and general appeal of the design, I'm ordering the Lodge. Just wait a few months, get your order in, and you'll be happy. Thanks for reviewing this one though. It's kinda "cute".
I just rewatched this just now. I’ve had my Lodge Sportsman’s Grill since Moby Dick was a minnow. I have the old pre 2012 one. Since I last viewed this video, I have figured out why Lodge redesigned the handle/bail design ten years ago. It was so it could be picked up with the steel handles as used on the Kickoff grill and Cook-it-All. I have the Cajun Classic cast iron hibachi and I like. It is similar design to this one of yours and the Lodge except it is round. It also grate lifter and handle to slide draft door. Though it’s made in China, I bought it from a local mom-and-pop hardware store. You did a good job with the review.
I am so looking forward to getting my hands on the new LSG when they release. I've been able to find nothing on the redesign yet. Like a big secret. I'm waiting not so patiently...
Great Video. I have a Bruntmor Sportsman's Grill that is exactly like the lodge Except for the name. As long as it's cast iron you can't go wrong with these grills. Keep Grilling!
@@Icutmetal I just used my Bruntmor Sportsman's Grill this weekend on a camping trip. I have a Weber Jumbo Joe that I also love but it gets less and less use since I got my Sportsman's Grill..
Nice alternative! I have seen you light your coal chimney on a side burner in a few videos. Did you do anything to modify the burner to be in close enough proximity to light the coals?
I got the little Giantex grill a few days ago - perfect size! I also just received a Bayou Classic 9" X 12" cast iron baking pan that fits perfectly on the grill. With its 2" sides, it is not only a griddle, but will hold a mess of veggies and a bird in a cooking bag covered with foil for a slow cook. The pan, when turned up side down, fits exactly the top of the grill for storage/travel and the handles of both line up exactly I do have a Lodge griddle, but the pan just seemed to have so much cooking potential. Should cook a mess of bacon without escaping grease. Turn it criss cross at one end it will cook a nice pan cake, the hanging over ends will still keep food warm and that still leaves room for a little little steak right on the grill after moving hot coals under that area. If you have a bit of hickory or cherry for smoke, the pan turned up side down over the food would trap enough smoke to flavor a bunch of food. All stores in a black and yellow H.D. tub with room for charcoal. I'm an old cast iron gal and like to maximize the using ability of cooking tools when camping. Have not fired up the grill yet. Need to clean and season, but this looks like a fun marriage of cast iron. Got the grill lifter and from Sportsmans Warehouse, a Camp Maid folding charcoal chimney ($24) too - that's slick. It is just the right size for the grill, sturdy, and folds up thin to store with the grill. The whole unite weights just over 40# including a spatula, but it is all together and ready to go or use outside at home. Had to spread a bit of that long awaited for 'stimulus' around. So grateful you reviewed that little grill. It's a charmer and I'm tickled pink!
WOW! That’s a great and well thought out set up. Throw some spray canola oil for maintenance seasoning, tongs and some metal kabob skewers in the tub and you’ve got it all. Nicely done.
I definitely prefer Lodge over others. The shame is that they aren't making the LSG right now. Reports are they are brining it back, new and improved, next year. You watching Lodge? Send me a new one and I'll a whole video series on it for the roll out... LOL
I removed the bale handle from my Lodge grill shortly after I bought it several years ago. I didn’t like the way it wasn’t balanced. I have a pair of dedicated heavy welders gloves for handling the grill when it’s hot. I also have an offset stick burner smoker that I will use the gloves there also. The gloves serve a multiple purpose, so I don’t feel like I’m not getting good use from them. I’m only cooking for 2 here, but I prefer to cook enough extra so that I can have leftovers for several more dinners. For the way I use my Lodge grill, that new grill looks like it may be a bit small for cooking enough extra for future meals.
Goodness that was a beautiful steak...almost had me licking my monitor! Just ordered that Giantex, but held off on the bag until I go to Home Depot to check their big mouth tool bags. They are black and red and better to hide dirty marks...though I know it will get dirty. That bag has lots of pockets for cooking misc. tools and spices. I just ordered a folding charcoal chimney that I hope will store inside the grill or under it. Throw in some bagged charcoal and it's grab and go ready. You know, if you cut a couple slots in the bottoms of your metal wind shields, I bet they'd stack by interlocking... So glad to see that grill. Price on the Lodge has about tripled since I last looked at them. Thanks for an at least mentally tasty review!
i bought this grill after getting email from lodge that they wouldn't have the sportsman grill till next year. but i have a favorites tab directly to the sportsman grill so every few days i check just in case and about 3 days after ordering the giantex the sportsman became available. just got the giantex today now im just waiting for the lodge to come in lol
The grill key is nice but a Lodge lid lifter does the same thing. But the damper and fill door should be modified to be operating with the lid lifter too.
In the 90s I found a lodge grill on sale for 35.00 . so I took it and at the checkout the lady said that it had a further sale so it cost me 25.00 . It's been great since. But my worry on the chinese cast iron is probably not warranted but I have had chinese cast iron just dissipate when cleaning rust off with vinegar. Never with american cast iron pots and pans be it lodge or griswold, etc. Anyone notice this ?
March, 2022, just bought it from Amazon, arrived in two days to Southern California. Hope its as good as the Hibachi I had in my youth.. Many years ago. I like the small and efficient size. Why buy the $$$ stainless grill??its just me and my wife.
Wow, that's crazy. I just played an episode of Wild America with his intro at the same time I was doing the intro to this video. Same tenor and pace too, I never watched him before. I wasn't watching many wildlife shows at that stage of my life. Thanks for watching and point that out.
@@TeachaMantoFish Thanks man👍I ordered the KAMASTER Grid Lifter, the Giantex BBQ and the carry bag. I'm cooking for 2 I didn't want a larger grill. Watching your video is like having it in your hands. Sorry for my English. Have a nice day. 😀
I got my LSG at Walmart for $88.00 and I love the thing! This smaller grill like is 10 lbs. less than the Lodge; I like it and think it would be better for camping, truly wish Lodge would make it. Also wish it was Lodge.
When I bought this a month ago it was $79. I think they are trying to figure out that price point that works for the market. Which is smart business. I wish Lodge would expand their production to meet the demand. A Lodge more portable grill hibachi would be the bomb! I would buy one in a minute.
Biggest problem with the lodge is the packaging. Mine arrived broken and cracked twice. Had to deal with the hassle of returning it the first two times.
The other thing I don't like on the latest lodge is that logo right in the center of the grate. It causes even searing, cooking. The older models did not have that. I would prefer the grate on this Giantex.
Thank you for the reveiw. I have amazon gift cards from Xmas and have been looking for a lodge. None to be found unless u want to pay $300. I contacted lodge to talk to someone on their web page. All it told me was no one was available because all their reps were busy cooking dinner.😯 well they lost my business. Like you said cast iron is cast iron.Thanks for the alternative. Rob
The first time I watched this video was near the beginning of the year...the more I think about it, the happier I am that I picked up my LSG when I did. (That was in 2018, just after Xmas but before year's end) The little Giantex one looks handy & it obviously does the job. But I gotta be honest: Though it is impossible to avoid them completely, I try not to buy Chinese-made products. US-based firms outsourced way too much manufacturing to China, & we all know what the consequences have been.
I’m partial as well and own two. We use the legs flip as well and a whole playlist on just the lodge techniques and recipes. One of our favorite grills.
Man, you have _no_ idea what you're missing...get the Giantex one if you just want to dip your toes in the water. Hot coals + cast iron grate = magic for your food. You can't get the results any other way.
So no grills actually made here. you would think that someone would figure out how to master cooking outdoors and what we like by doing so, but I guess not.
Nice video. But this grill is just to small. That is a deal breaker! The Chinese also use poor iron. USA iron is much better. I don't think I would ever buy a grill like this..... sorry..... Let's go Brandon X10 !!! 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸
@@TeachaMantoFish sorry, I only like the old Sportsman's grill. I will just use my Weber Smokey Joe jumbo grill. If Lodge ever decides to come out with their three grills and bring back and sell the old Sportsman's grill I'll buy that... Till then it's my Smokey Joe Jumbo...
NEW! - Check out the new Lodge Sportsman's Pro Grill Review Video: ruclips.net/video/vIcjVJt3UXM/видео.html
Thanks for this excellent and thorough review.
Lodge obviously decided that "If it works, stop production (and loose your customer base) and then later bring out a redesign successor to the Sportsman, which has a peculiar sliding base instead of legs." All to common for North American companies. My Lodge Sportsman eventually gave up the ghost (the charcoal bed grill cracks from metal fatigue), so I will probably get one of these Giantex units. They seem almost the same as a Lodge grill - for about $100 cheaper. It's a grill - they all do a superb grill job for 1 to 4 people. I always use lump charcoal because it lights up fast, lasts long enough to cook the food, then dies down. And does not stress the cast iron for hours on end needlessly, which brickettes do. Also, an occasional rubbing with cast iron stove polish keeps the unit looking sharp, and prevents rust - which loves to start on cast iron. Oh yes - I also place these grills on some big ceramic tiles as a precaution.
I'm glad you got something from it. Check out our new LSG review too. That may be for you as well.
Sorry to say in my haste tell what I have learned about the Lodge Sportsman Grill if forgot to talk about your video. You did a very nice job at comparing the 2 grills. I myself only want the Lodge. I was thinking of looking more into the other grill and now know its not for me.
If you don't like the bail on the Lodge, it can be removed. Plus if your going to move the Lodge, you must remove the 2 doors and it will hand from the bail straight. I have seen people just slip the doors into the grill as they move when it is cold.
I want to thank you again for putting the time in on your video to make a good comparison....
Nice Job!!!
Hey!! Great video, thanks for posting!!
UPDATE: Lodge has responded that they won’t be casting new LSGs for 2021 but will be bringing it back in 2022.
Amazon Affiliate Links:
Giantex Grill: amzn.to/2NtCTjJ
Very nice alternative, but sadly also unavailable on Amazon at the moment :(
Thanks for sharing. JB
i emailed them and they told me the same thing so i bought the giantex, but i periodically check the web site and i saw that one was available on the website so i bought it. says estimated ship date will be tomorrow so fingers crossed it wasn't just a mistake
Just bought an new lsg from a amahole. 8/2021. Cabelas had some also.
I talked too... 10/06 ...to Lodge chat.. Reba told me Sportsman will be back in 2022. Improved ...what ever that means.. guess I'll see, if I'm still alive by then. The old regular Sportsman can be had.. on Ebay for a spendy price. Good Video
@@willardreasoner1694 Good intel report. I question "improved" too, that usually mean easier for them to make and therefore more profit.
Great comparison! Originally wanted a LSG, but started looking at others since Lodge is so hard to find. Lodge does have a small, two-piece, "Kickoff grill" available, I see... Work in the automotive industry and most all brake rotors and drums from overseas are coated in some sort of wax/grease as to prevent rusting during storage/shipping.
Nice and honest review. As for the bail on the Lodge, Lodge changed the design of it about eight years ago. I cant for the life of me, figure out why. On the old style the bail was easily removable, it snapped on and off. it also folded all the way down to the back of the grill and out of the way.
as for this Asian made one it doesn't look too bad from your review.
Glad to hear it's only a seasonal shortage and not a discontinuation. I've been looking for a sportsman's grill for months
Let’s hope, lodge would be crazy to discontinue this grill.
Please see my comment, I just called as of 3/2 2021.... it might help you....
I just ordered this Giantex also ....... tired of looking for a Lodge myself. Great video! Thank-you for posting
Happy to do it. Get a Lodge too whenever Lodge gets their head out of their rear ends.
Thx for watching
great vid
Excellent video, thank you very much!
Glad you enjoyed
I just bought the Camp Chef Cast Iron Grill from Cabela's and so far I'm very pleased with it. I watched several videos and the Camp Chef was better than the new Lodge Sportsman Pro which had quality issues. Great video.
Just brought this hibachi for use in case of power outages, etc. I live alone and really like the weight of it. Have Dutch oven cast iron to make biscuits and a set of cast iron fry pans that were my great grandmother's to coke eggs, fried rice, and other dishes. Getting a cast iron pot to boill water to rehydrate foods and also to boil water and destroy bacteria if I need to. This is a super little grill that comes with everything other than that cylinder and would love to know where you got those arcs to keep heat in. I had a Hibachi in the 70's and that is what we always cooked on - put it out on our fireplace in the summer and wintertime to grill food in NYC. Good review!
It is scrap metal.
This works well too amzn.to/47wX1oP
Let's not rag on Lodge. I removed the bale on day one, and just move it around with welder's gloves if I need to. This is a smaller hibachi, and stands alone. I once had one like this with two split, adjustable grates. It worked fine. This would be great on its own for someone, but if you want to get into longevity of the quality of iron, history, American manufacturing, and general appeal of the design, I'm ordering the Lodge. Just wait a few months, get your order in, and you'll be happy. Thanks for reviewing this one though. It's kinda "cute".
Good assessment
I just rewatched this just now. I’ve had my Lodge Sportsman’s Grill since Moby Dick was a minnow. I have the old pre 2012 one. Since I last viewed this video, I have figured out why Lodge redesigned the handle/bail design ten years ago. It was so it could be picked up with the steel handles as used on the Kickoff grill and Cook-it-All.
I have the Cajun Classic cast iron hibachi and I like. It is similar design to this one of yours and the Lodge except it is round. It also grate lifter and handle to slide draft door. Though it’s made in China, I bought it from a local mom-and-pop hardware store.
You did a good job with the review.
I am so looking forward to getting my hands on the new LSG when they release. I've been able to find nothing on the redesign yet. Like a big secret. I'm waiting not so patiently...
I know two things about it. I’ll send you a PM.
Looks amazing
Very tasty for sure!
Great Video. I have a Bruntmor Sportsman's Grill that is exactly like the lodge Except for the name. As long as it's cast iron you can't go wrong with these grills. Keep Grilling!
I agree!!!
I’ve seen that one as well, and you’re right- it does look exactly like the Lodge. However; it is made in China, if that’s a drawback to anyone.
@@Icutmetal I just used my Bruntmor Sportsman's Grill this weekend on a camping trip. I have a Weber Jumbo Joe that I also love but it gets less and less use since I got my Sportsman's Grill..
Nice alternative! I have seen you light your coal chimney on a side burner in a few videos. Did you do anything to modify the burner to be in close enough proximity to light the coals?
No, the heat rising is good enough.
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The Everdure works fantastic. Not as fancy as Lodge, but it's $67 less in price. Cast iron is the way to go if you want durability.
Fantastic video !! Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you
You’re welcome! Support the channel and click the link in the description to purchase.
I got the little Giantex grill a few days ago - perfect size! I also just received a Bayou Classic 9" X 12" cast iron baking pan that fits perfectly on the grill. With its 2" sides, it is not only a griddle, but will hold a mess of veggies and a bird in a cooking bag covered with foil for a slow cook. The pan, when turned up side down, fits exactly the top of the grill for storage/travel and the handles of both line up exactly I do have a Lodge griddle, but the pan just seemed to have so much cooking potential. Should cook a mess of bacon without escaping grease. Turn it criss cross at one end it will cook a nice pan cake, the hanging over ends will still keep food warm and that still leaves room for a little little steak right on the grill after moving hot coals under that area. If you have a bit of hickory or cherry for smoke, the pan turned up side down over the food would trap enough smoke to flavor a bunch of food. All stores in a black and yellow H.D. tub with room for charcoal. I'm an old cast iron gal and like to maximize the using ability of cooking tools when camping. Have not fired up the grill yet. Need to clean and season, but this looks like a fun marriage of cast iron. Got the grill lifter and from Sportsmans Warehouse, a Camp Maid folding charcoal chimney ($24) too - that's slick. It is just the right size for the grill, sturdy, and folds up thin to store with the grill. The whole unite weights just over 40# including a spatula, but it is all together and ready to go or use outside at home. Had to spread a bit of that long awaited for 'stimulus' around. So grateful you reviewed that little grill. It's a charmer and I'm tickled pink!
WOW! That’s a great and well thought out set up. Throw some spray canola oil for maintenance seasoning, tongs and some metal kabob skewers in the tub and you’ve got it all. Nicely done.
Thanks about the info on the Bayou baking pan!
What is the bag you used to put the small grill inside for storage? Do you have a link please?
amzn.to/3rjGViD here ya go!
There is a big difference in cast iron , just a in steel. Greaswall frying pans were made with the highest quality , no impurities .
I definitely prefer Lodge over others. The shame is that they aren't making the LSG right now. Reports are they are brining it back, new and improved, next year. You watching Lodge? Send me a new one and I'll a whole video series on it for the roll out... LOL
I removed the bale handle from my Lodge grill shortly after I bought it several years ago. I didn’t like the way it wasn’t balanced. I have a pair of dedicated heavy welders gloves for handling the grill when it’s hot. I also have an offset stick burner smoker that I will use the gloves there also. The gloves serve a multiple purpose, so I don’t feel like I’m not getting good use from them.
I’m only cooking for 2 here, but I prefer to cook enough extra so that I can have leftovers for several more dinners. For the way I use my Lodge grill, that new grill looks like it may be a bit small for cooking enough extra for future meals.
It gets gunked up too
Goodness that was a beautiful steak...almost had me licking my monitor! Just ordered that Giantex, but held off on the bag until I go to Home Depot to check their big mouth tool bags. They are black and red and better to hide dirty marks...though I know it will get dirty. That bag has lots of pockets for cooking misc. tools and spices. I just ordered a folding charcoal chimney that I hope will store inside the grill or under it. Throw in some bagged charcoal and it's grab and go ready.
You know, if you cut a couple slots in the bottoms of your metal wind shields, I bet they'd stack by interlocking... So glad to see that grill. Price on the Lodge has about tripled since I last looked at them. Thanks for an at least mentally tasty review!
That’s a really good idea on the wind shields. You’re a resales think on the bag too. Let us know how it works out. Thanks for supporting the channel.
So what’s the difference between these heavy charcoal grills vs the $14 17” table top grills like kingsford ? Nothing I suppose
Time, you can pass a cast iron grill that’s cared for onto your kids.
i bought this grill after getting email from lodge that they wouldn't have the sportsman grill till next year. but i have a favorites tab directly to the sportsman grill so every few days i check just in case and about 3 days after ordering the giantex the sportsman became available. just got the giantex today now im just waiting for the lodge to come in lol
You’ll have the best of both worlds! 😃
The grill key is nice but a Lodge lid lifter does the same thing. But the damper and fill door should be modified to be operating with the lid lifter too.
yup
:( both options are now unavailable, they are sold out everywhere. If you know any other similar alternatives id be interested to know, good video.
They are coming in and out of stock here lately
Does it come with a grill gate key? if not , where can I get one?
I don’t actually recall if it does. You can get one through this link though. amzn.to/3pQzsF5
In the 90s I found a lodge grill on sale for 35.00 . so I took it and at the checkout the lady said that it had a further sale so it cost me 25.00 . It's been great since. But my worry on the chinese cast iron is probably not warranted but I have had chinese cast iron just dissipate when cleaning rust off with vinegar. Never with american cast iron pots and pans be it lodge or griswold, etc. Anyone notice this ?
Hasn't happened to mine yet, but I'm pretty good about storage and have the room to bring it into the garage. I never leave it outside.
March, 2022, just bought it from Amazon, arrived in two days to Southern California. Hope its as good as the Hibachi I had in my youth.. Many years ago. I like the small and efficient size. Why buy the $$$ stainless grill??its just me and my wife.
Makes sense
What small grill is your absolute choice favorite grill?? Your top 2 favorite?
Absolute favorite? Lodge Sportsman's Grill (Classic version)
Options for ease of use too...
Portable Propane? amzn.to/3rLfnk6
Portable Stove? amzn.to/3sLNXtM
You remind me of Marty Stouffer, the way he talks lol, cool video but your right I could not find a lodge sportsman grill
Wow, that's crazy. I just played an episode of Wild America with his intro at the same time I was doing the intro to this video. Same tenor and pace too, I never watched him before. I wasn't watching many wildlife shows at that stage of my life. Thanks for watching and point that out.
Merci mec👍
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@@TeachaMantoFish Thanks man👍I ordered the KAMASTER Grid Lifter, the Giantex BBQ and the carry bag. I'm cooking for 2 I didn't want a larger grill. Watching your video is like having it in your hands. Sorry for my English. Have a nice day. 😀
I got my LSG at Walmart for $88.00 and I love the thing!
This smaller grill like is 10 lbs. less than the Lodge; I like it and think it would be better for camping, truly wish Lodge would make it.
Also wish it was Lodge.
When I bought this a month ago it was $79. I think they are trying to figure out that price point that works for the market. Which is smart business. I wish Lodge would expand their production to meet the demand. A Lodge more portable grill hibachi would be the bomb! I would buy one in a minute.
I'm sad, I can't find this one. I wanted to buy one for my husband birthday coming up in 2 weeks.
Check this one out for now. ruclips.net/video/nFFdavFiQ7Y/видео.html
@@TeachaMantoFish sold out everywhere. 😔
Biggest problem with the lodge is the packaging. Mine arrived broken and cracked twice. Had to deal with the hassle of returning it the first two times.
Wow! I’m glad they made it right. I guess it’s more like a retail store box than a shipping box.
The other thing I don't like on the latest lodge is that logo right in the center of the grate. It causes even searing, cooking. The older models did not have that. I would prefer the grate on this Giantex.
@@narikaba439 that is a good point. I never really thought about it, but I do have to grill around the label.
Thank you for the reveiw. I have amazon gift cards from Xmas and have been looking for a lodge. None to be found unless u want to pay $300. I contacted lodge to talk to someone on their web page. All it told me was no one was available because all their reps were busy cooking dinner.😯 well they lost my business. Like you said cast iron is cast iron.Thanks for the alternative.
Rob
Their loss.
Check my comment... it tells alot....
The first time I watched this video was near the beginning of the year...the more I think about it, the happier I am that I picked up my LSG when I did. (That was in 2018, just after Xmas but before year's end)
The little Giantex one looks handy & it obviously does the job. But I gotta be honest: Though it is impossible to avoid them completely, I try not to buy Chinese-made products. US-based firms outsourced way too much manufacturing to China, & we all know what the consequences have been.
Excellent analysis, I agree.
Sorry if you don't buy chinese you are so limited don't go to wallmart
THE only way to make a steak is the Lodge hibachi - I even turn the cooking surface upside down to eliminate the legs and get closer to the coals...
I’m partial as well and own two. We use the legs flip as well and a whole playlist on just the lodge techniques and recipes. One of our favorite grills.
Didn't the Chinese event cast iron in the 6th century? How can it be bad
I don’t know if I want to cook an a cast iron grill.
It is certainly different. Takes some skill and learning and isn’t for just anybody.
Same as skillets
Why not?
You’re missing out.
Man, you have _no_ idea what you're missing...get the Giantex one if you just want to dip your toes in the water. Hot coals + cast iron grate = magic for your food. You can't get the results any other way.
The Americans say dont buy chinese knock off cast iron! Why? Its lanced with led! True or False?
False, there is no lead in Chinese cast iron. True, Americans believe the myth.
So no grills actually made here. you would think that someone would figure out how to master cooking outdoors and what we like by doing so, but I guess not.
nice grill but I like my Lodge.
I get it. They've come out with the new LSG. Check out my lastest review.
$150 are they kidding?
I think the price has come down some.
@@TeachaMantoFish post a link Amazon still $150
The moment I heard "Chinese", I was done watching.
Lodge is made in 🇺🇲, and not too expensive either.
Why would you advertise against USA. for china
It’s explained in the video
Ohhh bullsheet
Awesome video sucks that this is a china product. Really cool may get ine
Thanks for watching
Lose the music please. And if you want to know what’s for supper, my vote is Rooster.
I disagree on the music, and agree on the rooster. LOL
I do not buy Chinese
If I find it made anywhere else
I don't buy Chinese
Nice video. But this grill is just to small. That is a deal breaker!
The Chinese also use poor iron. USA iron is much better.
I don't think I would ever buy a grill like this..... sorry.....
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Yeah, it is small. But for some that is a strength. Check out the new Lodge Sporsman's Grill video I just put up. Their new version is out.
@@TeachaMantoFish sorry, I only like the old Sportsman's grill. I will just use my Weber Smokey Joe jumbo grill. If Lodge ever decides to come out with their three grills and bring back and sell the old Sportsman's grill I'll buy that... Till then it's my Smokey Joe Jumbo...
@@waynethebarber1095 I’m sure they will bring it back and call it classic.