Seasport Posted January 8, 2018 Report Posted January 8, 2018 I have been looking on the forum with great interest, was wondering if there are any owners in the Vancouver,BC Canada area that I could contact for a first hand look. Regards
MacKenzie Posted January 8, 2018 Report Posted January 8, 2018 Seasport, I am on the opposite side of Canada, Nova Scotia but I do remember someone from Victoria joining the group but she has not posted in a long time. I think quite a few of us have bought sight unseen, not something that I would normally do but after talking to Dennis and reading the posts it was not something I worried about. Not to worry, Dennis will NOT pressure you but he will be able to answer all your questions and give great advise if asked. This has been a wonderful experience for me, in fact it was so fantastic that I did it twice.:) 1
tony b Posted January 9, 2018 Report Posted January 9, 2018 To my knowledge in 6 years of being on this Forum, I don't remember a SINGLE person regretting their buying a KK. Now, to be honest, a couple of folks ended up selling theirs afterwards, but not because of dissatisfaction, but just life challenges got in the way and they needed to move on. As they say, "Come on in, the water's great!" 2
5698k Posted January 9, 2018 Report Posted January 9, 2018 My guess is over 95% or owners buy sight unseen. While they are the finest grill available, there’s simply not enough of them worldwide to easily see one before purchase. I’ve never heard of a dis satisfied customer, or anyone who actually regretted the purchase in any way. For me, I in no way anticipated how beautiful and well built this grill is. You simply can’t believe it until you see it. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
Seasport Posted January 9, 2018 Author Report Posted January 9, 2018 Thanks for the reply's. I am in process of constructing a shed roof, but concrete delayed by winter rain and cold, so will be looking to purchase later in season. Regard's
Pizzaiolo Posted January 9, 2018 Report Posted January 9, 2018 Hey @Seasport, I live in Vancouver and just set up my 32BB. Happy to get you to take a look, PM me and we can set it up. So far, I have been super happy with the kk, honestly, the best thing is lighting up those coals! Talk soon!
Aussie Ora Posted January 11, 2018 Report Posted January 11, 2018 Seasport I got mine sight unseen just the pics on the net if I was you I would not take up Pizzaiolo's offer the joy of waiting and the antisipation of what is coming totally adds to the experience when you uncrate it for the first time and go wow this is so much better then what I imagined Outback kamado Bar and Grill
Bruce Pearson Posted January 11, 2018 Report Posted January 11, 2018 I agree with Aussie! When I received mine I was completely blown away. They are so much better than the pictures can show. I’ve had mine for almost two years And it makes me happy when I use it or just looking at it.
Shuley Posted January 13, 2018 Report Posted January 13, 2018 Y’all are crazy. I would have loved to see a KK before I got one. I have also had mine for almost 2 years and cook on it approximately 3 times per week- and it still amazes me. 1
Aussie Ora Posted January 13, 2018 Report Posted January 13, 2018 Hey shuley do you remember how much fun it was sending the money for something you did not see to a far away land lolOutback kamado Bar and Grill 1
Seasport Posted January 13, 2018 Author Report Posted January 13, 2018 Have bought a lot of things unseen. I just wanted to look and talk with a owner, discuss sizes,accessories and shipping options to Canada. Haven’t gone to look yet, but was nice to talk with pizzaiolo, someone with similar interests in outdoor cooking. Again, appreciate everyone’s input, great forum. Regards 1
tony b Posted January 13, 2018 Report Posted January 13, 2018 Like we tell all newcomers, your best resource is to talk to the Owner - Dennis Linkletter. He's a straight shooter and will not pressure you into buying anything. But, he will give you straightforward answers to any/all questions that you might have and will guide you along through the whole buying and delivery process. He's the gold standard for customer service!!!
sfdrew28 Posted January 14, 2018 Report Posted January 14, 2018 I bought mine sight unseen and have no regrets. I’ve had it about 1 1/2 months and I use it 4-5x a week. There is a learning curve, but everyone here is very helpful. I have a 32” and the only change I’d make would to probably not order the smoker if I could do it over again. It’s great when it works but too often the chips go out. Other than that everything about it is incredible. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Paul Posted January 14, 2018 Report Posted January 14, 2018 And here I thought the only ones who purchased a KK with seeing one first were the ones who purchased their second or third KK. Bought mine sight unseen. No regrets so far. 1
ckreef Posted January 14, 2018 Report Posted January 14, 2018 I may have bought my first one sight unseen but eventually I bought a second KK. One kamado is definitely not enough. I actually own 3 kamados - 2 KK's and an Akorn Jr. Three is probably enough for me and Mrs skreef.
DennisLinkletter Posted January 14, 2018 Report Posted January 14, 2018 16 hours ago, sfdrew28 said: I bought mine sight unseen and have no regrets. I’ve had it about 1 1/2 months and I use it 4-5x a week. There is a learning curve, but everyone here is very helpful. I have a 32” and the only change I’d make would to probably not order the smoker if I could do it over again. It’s great when it works but too often the chips go out. Other than that everything about it is incredible. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I'll make up a post on tricks I've discovered to keep the chips burning.. in the mean time please give me a call to discuss this issue.. The Smoker should keep puffing without issues.. First thing I'd check is the moisture content of your chips. Second is how well it's lit.. 2
tony b Posted January 14, 2018 Report Posted January 14, 2018 Looking forward to those "tips," Dennis, as I've often struggled to keep mine lit, too. Tried your suggestion to place a lit chunk of charcoal just above the tube - with only moderate success. Best thing that I've discovered so far, is to blend pellets for those style of smoker grills with my wood chips. The combo seems to stay lit a bit better than chips alone. 1
kravnh Posted January 16, 2018 Report Posted January 16, 2018 To my knowledge in 6 years of being on this Forum, I don't remember a SINGLE person regretting their buying a KK. I “regret” buying my KK every time Dennis makes an update/upgrade to the design! Every innovation Dennis has made since 2009 makes me say, “I want thaaaaaaat!” Then, I go outside, look at mine, maybe touch the tiles, and I’m happy again, because I know that the only cooker on the planet that’s better than mine is the newest one Dennis has built. And I can live with owning the top 1%.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 3
tony b Posted January 16, 2018 Report Posted January 16, 2018 5 hours ago, kravnh said: I “regret” buying my KK every time Dennis makes an update/upgrade to the design! Every innovation Dennis has made since 2009 makes me say, “I want thaaaaaaat!” Then, I go outside, look at mine, maybe touch the tiles, and I’m happy again, because I know that the only cooker on the planet that’s better than mine is the newest one Dennis has built. And I can live with owning the top 1%. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk You know that many of these "upgrades" can be purchased - as I know from personal experience!! Double gasket - check, locking nuts for the rear draft door - check, dual dial front draft door - check. And of course, all the new accessories are available, too! Again, I have most of them - cold smoker, rotisserie rod & basket, new pizza stone (KK shaped), double bottom drip pan. YMMV
