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Originally Posted by oclv
I was at Scheels last night and noticed a Coleman unit that basically has two burners. What was different was that one burner was just that, a stove burner. The other burner is under a grate, as in barbaque grille. It was blue on the outside. Has anyone tried this combination stove/grille? Seems like a neat idea in that you can steam vegitables and grille a hamburger at the same time. It runs off the 16.4 oz green propane bottles. thanks. oclv
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I carry a Coleman stove similar to what you're talking about...basically a standard propane gas stove that has a grate (it also comes with a pancake grill) and the typical single burner on the other side. I think they make a smaller version now.
Works good for low heat on the burner but the grill is a little tough as far as even heat. Also the grease drains into a cup located in the bottom. Not bad but requires cleanup where as my Weber gas grill burns off everything with little to zero maintenance. I carry the big stove in my SMB trailer only. Because I can store the Weber along with a gallon propane tank in the top portion of my bumper box, space is not an issue for a BBQ. The Weber is cheap so if a bear nails it no problem. You can put 2 torch propane bottles and a 6 foot fuel hose inside of it during transport.
I also carry the Stansport 200 stove.
http://www.stansport.com/2007/productli ... amp;cid=20
I keep it in a tool bag that has all the necessary utensils along with a couple of small extra cans of propane. I like the bag because I cook outside 99% of the time and don't need to run back and forth to the van. My bag has all that I ever use to cook with minus any large pots or pans (even a small lantern). A thin single burner stove serves as an alternate to the Stansport for coffee and boiling water. Rather than using the small stove on a bottle, I use a “T” on the 1 gallon tank which is more stable. Usually the lantern takes this spot at night.
Slightly off topic but this is what’s in my bag. Of course I will miss something.
Stansport 200 stove.
Coleman single burner stove which is no longer made. They make a larger one. Coleman single mantel propane lantern.
Cheapo toaster (sets on burner).
2 Propane canisters.
Knife, fork, and spoons, plus a sharp knife.
Espresso pot.
Stainless coffee cup.
Titanium pot for boiling water and eating out of.
Stainless plate.
Paper plates.
Spatula.
Can opener.
Cutting board.
Measure cup.
Tongs (long and short).
Basting brush.
Lighters.
Insulated glove and leather gloves.
Metal skewers.
Small fireplace grill.
Propane adaptors.
Propane bottle base.
Coffee
Hair of the dog. Very important!
Non stick spray.
Several spices.
Paper towels.
Camp soap.
And it all fits in one bag making for easy access at the table.