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Grill Power: Gas vs. Charcoal
Weber's $349 Performer uses charcoal but has a gas starter.
(Courtesy Weber)
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· It takes more time and fussing to get the fire going, even with a chimney starter.
· Trickier to regulate heat, so flame-ups and burned food are more likely.
· Less eco-friendly due to release into the atmosphere of greenhouse gases, ash and chemical fumes from some charcoal briquettes.
· Sparks and smoldering coals present a fire hazard.
Other Options
· Charcoal grills with propane gas starters are easier to light and still offer smoky flavor. In the $300 to $400 range.
· Dual-fuel hybrid grills can cook with either gas or wood. They're expensive: Models start at $6,700.
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