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RichCTBB said:
Following. Something about fires on decks doesn’t feel right.
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Joining you. Pass me a beer please. I just ran out. Wanna have a fresh one for this. Thanks.
 
8893 said:
Here's a pic of mine that I posted in another thread (yes, I have since cleaned my deck):

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Which model is this?
 
Dove said:
Honestly, it looks lame and devoid of character. You need something that consumes wood. Nothing like that smell and crackling of the fire.
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Devoid of character? 90% of the firepits I've ever been around are the generic gray paving tiles in a circle.
 
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Deepster said:
Devoid of character? 90% of the firepits I've ever been around are the generic gray paving tiles in a circle.
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I grew up in the country. A hole bordered by mini boulders was the life. If I had the room I would go that route. But yeah, many people today just want that blocked void for the ambiance.

Seeing these steel bowls does't intrigue me. Especially w/ propane.
 
Dove said:
I grew up in the country. A hole bordered by mini boulders was the life. If I had the room I would go that route. But yeah, many people today just want that blocked void for the ambiance.

Seeing these steel bowls does't intrigue me. Especially w/ propane.
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What part about this don’t you understand? There is no propane involved. It burns wood. Period.

You are free to come over and check mine out.
 
Catsailor said:
Good reviews here!

I bought the Solo "Ranger" firepit, one size smaller than the "Bonfire" therefore a bit more portable which was a primary consideration for not opting for the "Bonfire." I camp and fish a lot so the smaller size fit my needs.

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Both employ similar design and utilize "gasification" for max efficiency, reduced smoke and minimal ash/clean up.
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I originally ordered the Ranger because I thought that was the one my buddy who recommended it told me to get. I then learned that he had the Bonfire, and he explained his concern that the Ranger would require smaller logs than standard size firewood, which would also be a concern for me because all we have is standard firewood and I don’t want to have to buy special wood for the thing. So I canceled that order and got the Bonfire instead.

At 20 lbs it is a little less portable than the Ranger, but it was fine to carry up and down three flights of stairs in the bag that comes with it. Definitely glad we went with the bigger one, because even slightly larger logs do not fit comfortably without poking up the sides, and that can make the fire rage a bit more than desired...have I mentioned that I have a problem restraining myself with fires?
 
8893 said:
What part about this don’t you understand? There is no propane involved. It burns wood. Period.

You are free to come over and check mine out.
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In Tom's original post there was an image of a gas jobber. It stuck in my head.
 
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Dove said:
In Tom's original post there was an image of a gas jobber. It stuck in my head.
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Where is the image of a “gas jobber”? I just went through and saw nothing that would indicate that. Pretty clearly states it burns wood.
 
CL82 said:
I looked at the link and it is 19.4" W x 14". That seems small. What are the dimensions on yours?
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Those are the dimensions of mine. But that doesn't include the stand or the screen.
 
Quick question - can you add charcoal to the bottom of a regular fire pit? I would think it would help in getting the wood going.

We recently got a round cast iron bowl shaped pit & haven't used it yet.
 
ClifSpliffy said:
no porch required
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Dove said:
I grew up in the country. A hole bordered by mini boulders was the life. If I had the room I would go that route. But yeah, many people today just want that blocked void for the ambiance.

Seeing these steel bowls does't intrigue me. Especially w/ propane.
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Lol our ‘fire pit‘ is a 6’x6’ square of fire block surrounded, at distance by trees eand shrubs. When my kids were younger it was great because it gave kids an area to hang out that was a little bit of a walk from the house but close enough. With a fire going it really does give a vibe of being in the middle of nowhere camping. At this point though, when I am thinking about redoing our deck, possibly making it into a patio, possibly not, I toy with one of these as a little more intimate alternative.
 
Deepster said:
Where is the image of a “gas jobber”? I just went through and saw nothing that would indicate that. Pretty clearly states it burns wood.
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Okay...i delved into the site.

I'll admit this picture threw me. Looks like a gas-fired item. The reignition is an interesting technology.:

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Taco said:
Quick question - can you add charcoal to the bottom of a regular fire pit? I would think it would help in getting the wood going.

We recently got a round cast iron bowl shaped pit & haven't used it yet.
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Use fatwood or similar firestarter logs
 
Just thought I'd follow up after @8893 pointed me here. The Bonfire solo stove is currently on sale, $65 off with free shipping and returns.

One question, is the shield/screen absolutely necessary? It's expensive.
 
HuskyHawk said:
One question, is the shield/screen absolutely necessary? It's expensive.
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No, it's not necessary, and it's more expensive than it is worth imo. I am happy we have it for an extra measure of security to keep large embers from popping out, but you don't need it and it does add both another risk due to how hot it gets; and another step when you want add logs or stir the fire.
 
8893 said:
No, it's not necessary, and it's more expensive than it is worth imo. I am happy we have it for an extra measure of security to keep large embers from popping out, but you don't need it and it does add both another risk due to how hot it gets; and another step when you want add logs or stir the fire.
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Thanks. Just ordered
 
Just ordered the solo stove bonfire after seeing it at a neighbor's backyard. Our standard "pit" from wayfair might as well be a smoke machine. You have to wash all clothes and take a shower immediately (it's like going to Ted's / Huskies in the 90's). We got home from the neighbor's house and my wife made me order one immediately.

I looked at the Bonfire and the bigger one, but the extra couple hundred dollars (when you include the extra price for the pit, as well as the ring and cover) wasn't worth it to me since I'll only use it occassionally. I also looked at the Breeo which was nice looking, but super heavy (50lbs vs 20lbs).

The Solo Stove is backordered now (not surprising). I ordered on 10/18 and it's supposed to ship on 11/2.
 
I got mine on Friday. Impressed with overall quality. Even the cover is nice. Have not yet fired it up, but look forward to giving it a try.
 
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CL82 said:
I looked at the link and it is 19.4" W x 14". That seems small. What are the dimensions on yours?
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That's what she said.

To me the Solo doesn't exactly look rustic but if it gives off a lot of heat, function over form.

We need to take out our old oil tank and I was thinking of converting that into a large fire pit/grill. I need to have someone come take out about 100 gallons of oil first. Our timing of getting rid of oil heat wasn't ideal.
 
Chuck said:
I looked at the Bonfire and the bigger one, but the extra couple hundred dollars (when you include the extra price for the pit, as well as the ring and cover) wasn't worth it to me since I'll only use it occassionally. I also looked at the Breeo which was nice looking, but super heavy (50lbs vs 20lbs).
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While I don't know this for sure, I think that the wider radius may make it less efficient at igniting the secondary combustion. I'll be curious to see a picture of @HuskyHawk's in action. I've been doing a lot indoor fires this fall. I bought a piece to correct the firebox dimensions. That and the fact that I converted it to gas makes it easy. I do miss building wood fires though.
 
Kitaman said:
Anyone own a Breeo? I'm thinking of getting one for my father:

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I have the Breeo and it is absolutely awesome. Big beautiful warm flames and zero smoke on us or our clothes. Never used it to cook but as a fire pit on our patio, I couldn’t recommend it more.
 
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That's not a fire. That's what left after a fire.
 
This is mine in action at home the weekend before last, with the mat I grabbed from by MIL alongside.


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