Insert mad cackle of delight here, with sinister undertones.... Thanks to a tipoff from Scot, we had the pleasure last night of discovering this ridiculous and compelling solution to barbequing in small spaces. As Scot says,
I don't know how well it works, but I saw the infomercial (insert shamed face here) and it seemed to do the trick. The Web site is disgusting but if you can look past that this may be a good tip for your city dwelling compatriots.
The Thane Q looks like it is the latest invention of Ron Popeil (of Ronco fame), as it is a full on BBQ grill that folds up, slides into a backpack and promises to go anywhere and cook anywhere at the drop of a hat. Weighing only 13 pounds, costing only 3x33 dollars, and using standard canisters of propane gas, the Thane Q has two cooking zones and will have you EXPERT grilling in NOTIME! (Thanks, Scot!) MGR
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The Q is pretty cool. I received mine about a month ago and it works really well.
One error in the design is the cheap plastic latch at the top where the two ends of the grill meet. It barely clasps and the grill halves are on hinges so its not a very stable arrangement. If its folded but not on level ground (like grass) then it needs to be leaning on something.
On the other hand I got a lot of "cool grill, man, does it take off too" comments at our 4th of July bbq at the beach. When its opened up its very stable. Its easy to wipe down and the grill tops come off easily for cleaning in the dishwasher. And there's this big purple 'Q' right in the middle of the grill that lights up. It kind of tech-ish and looks like a Mac's power button.
Is the big light in the center needed? I would prefer a larger grilling area.