Lodge Sportsman’s Pro Grill / Demonstration / Piri-Piri Wings & Carne Asada.

[@lodgecastiron]

Thank you so much for your honest review! We greatly appreciate the feedback. As you use your grill more, please keep us updated on your thoughts!

[@brunomahle1618]

How hard would it be to adjust the molds to have three nubs on the bottom rails? ( two on one rail) They fact that the ash drawer has the handles that the claws fit, will have people trying to move a hot grill by them.......tilt-slide-burn-drop...lol. Cast extra grill grates, people will be buying them as an upgrade for their old grills.😉 The sliding ash drawer is already going to take up real estate in use,...the fact you will also have to find a place to set a hot grate with food on it to adjust and move coals, seems quite ridiculous........where did that hotdog go?...lol Who's the new guy down there?....lol

[@BigLewBBQ]

Thank you @Lodge Cast Iron. I really appreciate this opportunity. It doesn’t need three surface contact points. The rails of the ash drawer are fine. The main thing is to keep folks from over tightening the two screws and nuts. It causes flex and it will rock. In the future four fasteners in each corner would prevent it. In the meantime, caution customers not to over-tighten the bolts. I will be using this grill often, the kickoff and old faithful Sportsman’s will not be neglected either. Please develop a caring / storage case for this grill.

[@brunomahle1618]

@@BigLewBBQ Sure it does Lew. How many outdoor "flat" surfaces are there? Doesn't matter if the grill doesn't wobble on a flat counter top.`😉

[@TeachaMantoFish]

Great video and great detail! I look forward to you video series on cooking on the LSG Pro. Thanks for the shout out by the way, us little guys gotta stick together.

[@BigLewBBQ]

Thanks Matt for taking the time to watch, and the conversations. I hope you were able to get yours to sit more level. I’m about to cook shrimp on mine this evening.

[@MrCastIron]

Now that's too cool, Big Lew!! You and Matt did a great job reviewing these new grills, and I can see some things I like and dislike about it already! Great review, my friend, and the grub looked good, too, lol!

[@BigLewBBQ]

Thank you Mike. I was honored to have this opportunity.

[@smori7678]

Great review Big Lew! Count me in as a sportsman grill owner/lover and because of you a Kick Off grill owner too!

[@CheezeheadChris]

Thanks for your honest review Lew. I went and pulled my SMG out of storage(still in the box). I need to get it set up. I won't be running out to get the new one anytime soon. I have 4 different type of grills that hardly get used, plus my fire pit grill! Keep on cookin'!👍😎🔥🍻🥩🧀

[@PaddyJoeCooking]

That Lodge Cast Iron Grill looks awesome Big Lew not to mention the delicious wings and the Carne Asada YUM😋👍!!!

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Looks like it has a lower profile than the previous version (s). One of the best videos there is on anything cast iron!

[@BigLewBBQ]

Wow! What a compliment. Thanks Paulie.

[@tri-tipjunkie]

Thanks BL for a thorough review of the new Lodge Sportsman’s Pro Cast Iron Grill. I agree with you that I prefer the older model also it would be nice to have the option still purchase the previous model. Thanks again.👍

[@BigLewBBQ]

Yes, I think so too. Thanks Tri-Tip.

[@strongsadventures]

Great review Big Lew. I guess I will have to save up my lunch money so I can get one. Glad you were able to fix the teetering issue.

[@BigLewBBQ]

I was honored to be considered chosen for a chance to review it. I’m not exactly a big boy channel like TeachaMan2Fish or Backwoods Gourmet. Thanks for watching Billy.

[@CarolinaChrisOutdoors]

Man, I could smell the goodness all the way from here! That’s cool Lodge sent ya one to try out!!! I need carne asada tomorrow!

[@BigLewBBQ]

Hey Chris, you know I will always speculate you selling me that other grate last year. When I compare the new and old, you will be mentioned.

[@ThongNguyen-so5ut]

I so happened to cross by your video and am also a first time viewer on your channel as well!... Just finished reading your "About Me" section on your channel and wanted to say it made me very happy to hear your mission statement on putting a smile on your family and hopefully others who get to see your videos. Although of course its nearly impossible to know everythibg about you, I felt i could somehow tell from your warm and caring demeanour that you have a ot of love for everybody around you! Keep up the great work and keep doing everything that makes you happy....because with that great positive attitude of yours, I know it could help someone else strive for their passions as well....and at the very least, put smile on their face! 😀 All in all, CHEERS TO MANY MORE SUCCESSES IN YOUR ENDEAVORS 🍻 from the Bay Area, California!

[@BigLewBBQ]

Well thank you. My life has changed a lot since I first wrote that six and a half years ago.

[@gregormiller4037]

Those wings look dang good. The thumbnail brought me here....They almost look like Turkey wings from their size. Great post Big Lew.

[@larrydraper9544]

Great Review on the new Lodge Grill. Thank you for showing different cast iron skillets,pans,etc. But I do have a very sad story to tell. I had a original Lodge Sportsman grill and thought it was great grill for my wife and I , We used all the time. A relative borrowed it and I started asking to bring it back.They threw it away,I said what!!. Said it was rusty, I said it's cast iron never wear out in my lifetime. You want see a grown man cry,they threw away. It still rubs me the wrong way to this day. I going get this new Lodge grille very soon.

[@TomHorsmanAmateurBBQ]

Lookin good Big Lew! Love the Lodge Grill!

[@hillbillybbq]

Looks like a good grill! I need to get one. The food looked good! Have a good weekend!

[@christopherpridmore]

Love your channel and the just a guy attitude. Always a pleasure to watch your videos. I am enjoying the new grill.

[@BigLewBBQ]

Good. That as no you for watching.

[@THESPORTINGCAMP]

Greetings to all from The Sporting Camp. Enjoy your Lodge Sportsman’s Grill Pro. 🤝 🥩

[@DutchyOutdoorCookingBBQ]

Great Video Big Lew, going to be really upset 😢 if mine doesn’t arrive 🛬🚚 Great review, great tip about tightening the bolts. Loved seeing part of your collection of Cast Iron! Still Waiting- Stay Safe 👍🇬🇧

[@DutchyOutdoorCookingBBQ]

Looks like I am not getting a Sportsman Pro!😢☹️

[@Mankitchenrecipes]

Great review Big Lew! Man you sure know a lot about Lodge and cast iron cooking pieces!!! Wings and skirt steak looked delicious 😋

[@BigLewBBQ]

That is was only a small part of cast iron collection. Thank you for watching.,

[@koshergrillboss1355]

Wow, Great and Informative Review. Also thanks for the tip on fixing the rocken. Good Grub too. I think I'll wait for the newness to pass before I try and get one. I have one of the old styles and enjoy it just fine for now. Best of all it was a gift some 7 years ago. Cleaned it up and though I have to reseason it a lot to keep down on the rust. I love having it for doing lump wood coals in.

[@BigLewBBQ]

Both the old and and new styles work well with lump charcoal.

[@BigLewBBQ]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@JaxxDrinkwater]

Excellent review Mr. Lew. I love my lodge Sportmans grill . I have I guess the 2nd generation one.. Cheers brother.

[@BigLewBBQ]

Thank you Jaxx.

[@luisj.castironcooking]

Great review as always Big Lew! The chicken wings and the skirt steak looks great and seems like he did a good job. Also I will note not to over tighten the bolts, great advice. Looking forward to more videos

[@BigLewBBQ]

Thanks Luis. Your opinion as a cast iron expert is always appreciated.

[@BrisketMedic]

Great review! I WISH they would make a clam shell style grill like this. I would buy 2. One for steak comps and one to keep in my camper.

[@BigLewBBQ]

That doesn’t sound bad.

[@jasonpatton548]

Thank you for an awesome review and that chicken looks great 👍

[@slobooger]

I ordered one of these and am waiting on it. I cannot WAIT to finally have a reason to pull out my SAE tools.... MERKA! X-D

[@michaelhodges8312]

Love my original Sportsman’s and my new Kickoff Grill! Not so much the Pro. My preference. Nice video Big Lew!

[@timsInSSI]

I was thinking, a Moonpie would be a good dessert with the wings. Good video.

[@BALOYBEACHBUM]

Big Lew just subscribed, and my friends got a kick out of me wearing the LSG cover as a cooking hat!

[@BigLewBBQ]

That’s funny.

[@brunomahle1618]

So glad I have my previous gen. Keep an eye on the used grill futures...lol Nice review,...BTW

[@bkgloverjr]

Not sure if anyone mentioned but could drill a hole through the base and the ash drawer and put a pto pin or a bolt and nut to keep it from sliding when carrying

[@BigLewBBQ]

I solved the issue in a subsequent video.

[@bkgloverjr]

@@BigLewBBQ which video did you solve the sliding ash drawer in? I’ve watched 3 of your videos this afternoon but haven’t seen it.

[@bkgloverjr]

Never mind I just found the video with you using the Velcro straps. 👍🏻

[@solman93]

Hey Lew, Can you add extra charcoal to draft door pan? Ash drops down, and lights the added charcoal.

[@rickcormier9160]

Nice cook! I like the upgrade, but not the new price. I think I would buy the PK Go if I needed to replace my old Sportsman Grill.

[@rickcormier9160]

My opinion has changed on the PK Go since I just realized its price has increased to $400.00.

[@FULLHOUSEBBQ]

Hi Lew..how about surf and turf on the sportsman grill 👍

[@BigLewBBQ]

I’ve done it with shrimp and lobster Next time I will make a video about it.

[@FULLHOUSEBBQ]

sounds good Happy New Year

[@Rolling_Smoke_BBQ_Cooking]

Awesome review👍

[@johnronconi7034]

Thank You for your honesty

[@amazingairguns2628]

Would putting a quarter under the back rail mid ways stop it from tettering.

[@BigLewBBQ]

It stopped when I adjusted the bolts.

[@rootboycooks]

Cool grill and some good-looking wings! 🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺Rootboy Approved!

[@Nicky411]

I wish they kept the original design - or at least still sell it. I am trying to replace my old one . It was left behind at a vacation rental and it's been years since I've seen it. If anyone knows where I can buy a brand new original sportsman grill (for a reasonable price) then let me know.

[@candywong4697]

Thanks for your sharing and I from Hongkong

[@sandyarizona3471]

That slid back and forth ash pit will.be problematic after many uses getting jammed. It's convenient to be able to pick up the lower coal grill. At let the fish fryer fits.

[@Jimbocue]

Been waiting for this one Big Lew.

[@62dobie]

Leave that char-skin on. Nothing but flavor. I love it.

[@TexasStyleCuisine]

Hey Lew thanks for sharing

[@BigLewBBQ]

Thank You Chef!

[@thestarvingpigbbq9601]

Kool Grill🍺🍻🍺

[@ldballoon4]

lets do it!

[@elzorro7235]

$180 is 80% higher than the classic. That is pretty steep. I know there are supply chain challenges and Covid, but 80% feels like gouging. Lodge is Lodge, they are good, but at this price competition might get them. Older than Moby Dick, hahaha, good one. Many Millenials don't even know Moby-Dick.

[@BigLewBBQ]

“Since Moby Dick was a minnow” is the quote. I use it often. Well the Kickoff is now selling for $120 on the Lodge site but $79 at Amazon and some retailers. Give it a few months I’m sure it will be cheaper in places before too long.

[@karlchesser5032]

It's down to 149 pretty much everywhere but not down in price like the old model, I'm definitely not paying 180 or so for the pro

[@elkabong662]

The new design was created by Weebles. Weebles wobble but they don’t fall down.

[@BigLewBBQ]

I loved those toys in 1975!

[@HB-bc5po]

Didn't over tighten the bolts on mine, and it's sturdy and sits dead flat. I'm really enjoying it, but I didn't have the old one to compare it to. I do like that I can just slide out the ash pan and dump it. Only had it a couple of weeks but has done great for everything from veggies, to chicken thighs, country style ribs, and pork chops!

[@BrooklynLarry]

🤠👍

[@robertdepesci3418]

the meat probing is so cringe. but i love the video lol!

[@BigLewBBQ]

Okay. Thank you.

[@jpan7071]

I was going to order this on Amazon, but after watching this video, I am no longer interested. That chicken looks burned. I like my chicken, not char burned. Not healthy. Look it up. I live in Texas; plenty plenty places where I can buy a decent hibachi made here in Texas with plenty clearance between my chicken and my mesquite wood.

[@BigLewBBQ]

That was the first use. I did over cook that chicken a bit. Keep in mind that I was trying to make a video at the same time. I have since used this grill many times and cooked chicken and steaks perfectly. There are other videos on you tube using this grill. I also had sauce on the wings. The point is that just because I am a bad cook and a bad videographer, doesn’t make this a bad grill.

[@hphanord5]

Video is too long

[@BigLewBBQ]

Yes it is. Thanks for watching as much as you did.

[@BrooklynLarry]

🤠👍

[@BigLewBBQ]

Thanks Larry