The words propane and charcoal should never be mentioned in the same sentence.
I started out with a Weber Q and it worked fine BUT . . . I really missed the great smoky flavor I got from the charcoal grill I used at home (I fulltime now).
So I got the Weber charcoal Big Joe and cannot be happier. It has a swing arm that comes up and holds the lid in place for travel. I just dump the ashes, slide it into a big garbage bag, and put it in my basement (fifth wheel) for travel. The smaller version would work fine too, but I wanted that 'lockable' lid feature. I just need to get a hinged grill for it so I can add charcoal while cooking.
I keep a bag of hickory chips and one of mesquite handy; soak a handful of chips in water, and place on the charcoal just before the burgers or steaks go on. YUMMY !
Cooked a great tasting tri-tip on it just last Sunday. I just don't believe it would have tasted as good if cooked on a gas grill.
Weber sells a really nice portable table that locks the grill in place on top so they won't slide off. Their site details which grills will fit on it. The legs are removable and store under the top for travel. Works great for my Big Joe. Bought it thru Walmart.
I also carry a pellet grill. Really like that thing too.
Life is just too short to not make great tasting food.
