{"product_id":"2xl-big-green-egg-multi-level-expander","title":"CGS Multi-Level Expander for 2XL Big Green Egg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-cgs\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRun Full or Half-Moon Deflectors + Add a Second Cooking Level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're cooking on a \u003cstrong\u003e2XL Big Green Egg\u003c\/strong\u003e, you already know—this is a different animal. Bigger cooks, heavier setups required, and more food on the grid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: #fff8e1; padding: 12px; border-left: 4px solid #f5a623;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeads Up:\u003c\/strong\u003e XL EGGspander half-moon grids are too small for the 2XL Woo. As shown in this narrative, go with the XL EGG grid: sku 110145 or from us sku 110145-half. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-green-egg-cooking-grids\" title=\"Big Green EGG Cooking Grids\"\u003eEGG Cooking Grids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Side view of 2XL Big Green Egg Woo Expander showing three cooking levels: top near felt line, middle at fire ring, and lower inside firebox\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-basket-cgs-woo-side.jpg?v=1774990335\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree levels. Multiple setups. Total control of your 2XL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCGS 2XL Woo Expander\u003c\/strong\u003e is built to handle the demands of the 2XL Big Green Egg. Fabricated from heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003e5\/16\" 304 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 3-level, 8-leg design delivers rock-solid performance from inside the fire ring to the felt line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is how you turn a 2XL into a true multi-level, multi-zone cooking system.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Ring\u003c\/strong\u003e – Holds the \u003cstrong\u003e2XL cooking grid\u003c\/strong\u003e near the felt line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle Ring\u003c\/strong\u003e – Supports \u003cstrong\u003e2XL deflectors, XL grids \u0026amp; griddles\u003c\/strong\u003e just above the fire ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower Ring\u003c\/strong\u003e – Holds \u003cstrong\u003e18\"–20\" grids and 18\" deflectors\u003c\/strong\u003e closer to the fire for high-heat grilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: #eef6ff; padding: 12px; border-left: 4px solid #0b1f3b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e These ship free, but the box size puts them in a 40+ lb shipping class. So go ahead and fill the box with accessories and get the most out of your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eDirect Grilling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can grill on all three levels—the lower you go, the hotter it gets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brings your \u003cstrong\u003e2XL grid\u003c\/strong\u003e close to the felt line for easier handling and controlled direct cooks in the 325°F–400°F range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Front view of 2XL Big Green Egg Woo Expander with 2XL cooking grid near felt line\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-woo-expander-grid-front-angle-view.jpg?v=1775069507\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle Ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runs a \u003cstrong\u003e24\" XL EGG grid\u003c\/strong\u003e, or maximize solid surface grilling with one or two \u003cstrong\u003eXL EGG plancha griddles\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's a fun way to change things up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 16px; margin: 16px 0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 280px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-basket-xl-grid-900px.jpg?v=1774990284\" alt=\"2XL Big Green Egg Woo Expander with full round XL stainless cooking grid on middle level\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 280px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-basket-xl-griddles-900px.jpg?v=1774990313\" alt=\"2XL Big Green Egg Woo Expander with dual half-moon cast iron plancha griddles on middle level\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLower Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gets closer to the fire with a \u003cstrong\u003eCGS 20\" stainless grid\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eEGG 18\" cast iron grid\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pair with the \u003cstrong\u003eCGS 2XL Lump Reducing Ring\u003c\/strong\u003e for smaller, controlled cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 16px; margin: 16px 0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 280px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-basket-20-grid-900px.jpg?v=1775080383\" alt=\"2XL Woo Expander with 20-inch stainless grid on lower level\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 280px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-large-cast-iron-grid-900px.jpg?v=1775072341\" alt=\"2XL Woo Expander with cast iron grid on lower level for high-heat searing\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eIndirect BBQ \u0026amp; Two-Zone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Indirect BBQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Run two 2XL half-moon deflectors on the middle level for low-and-slow cooks. 2XL grid goes on the top ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-Zone Cooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a single half-moon deflector to create direct \u0026amp; indirect zones—perfect for controlled grilling cooks under 425°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 16px; margin: 16px 0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 280px;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"2XL Big Green Egg Woo Expander full indirect setup with two 2XL EGG half-moon ceramic heat deflectors on the middle level\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-basket-half-moon-deflectors-cgs.jpg?v=1775230135\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 280px;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"2XL Big Green Egg Woo Expander two-zone setup with single half-moon deflector on middle level\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-basket-cgs-woo-two-zone-900px.jpg?v=1775073912\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eMulti-Level \u0026amp; Zone Cooking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the 2XL Woo really stands apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a fan of reverse sear, this setup lets you cook low and slow, then finish hot—all within one system:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCGS 18\" Half-Moon Deflector (lower level)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCGS 24\" Half-Moon Stainless Grid (middle level)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEGG XL Half-Moon Plancha (middle level)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 16px; margin: 16px 0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 280px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-basket-direct-indirect-cgs-900px.jpg?v=1774991155\" alt=\"2XL Woo Expander two-zone setup across lower and middle levels\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 280px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-basket-direct-indirect-stainless-grid-lower-level.jpg?v=1774995658\" alt=\"2XL Woo Expander multi-level direct and indirect setup inside firebox\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOr as shown above, drop deeper into the fire ring for maximum heat. Run a \u003cstrong\u003efull round grid on the lower level\u003c\/strong\u003e and place a CGS 18\" half-moon deflector on it to create two zones. Then add a 24\" XL half-moon grid above for a complete multi-level setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eHow It Fits: Recommended Accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith three cooking levels, the 2XL Woo opens up a lot of options. Here's how everything fits together—and which accessories work best at each level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2XL cooking grid\u003c\/strong\u003e sits just below the felt line. Best for everyday grilling and easy access cooks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2XL 24\" half-moon deflectors\u003c\/strong\u003e sit ~5\/8\" above the fire ring. Raised position improves airflow while maintaining full indirect coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24\" XL grid\u003c\/strong\u003e provides nearly the same usable space as the 2XL grid. Go \u003cstrong\u003eXL half-moon grids\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want to run dual zones across the middle and lower levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXL Big Green EGG Plancha Griddles\u003c\/strong\u003e changes things up a bit. The outer tabs on the plancha position the plancha on the middle ring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReminder:\u003c\/em\u003e usable cooking space is based on the 25.5\" fire ring diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLower Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for high-heat cooking inside the fire ring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest performance comes from staying within the 19\" charcoal grate diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended grids:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCGS 20\" Stainless Grid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEGG 18\" Cast Iron Grid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeflectors at this level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCGS 18\" Half-Moon Deflectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKamado Joe Big Joe Half-Moon Deflectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lower level is your high-heat zone. The middle level controls airflow and indirect cooking. The top level gives you access and control. Use all three to fully unlock the 2XL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNo Handles by Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2XL Woo does not include handles\u003c\/strong\u003e. At this size, setups are heavier and better handled in sections rather than lifting everything at once. Remove the 2XL grid first, then the Woo. This keeps the design strong, simple, and optimized for the 2XL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eWhy the 2XL Needs a Woo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeefier heavy-duty expander than the standard EGG 2XL basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter access to cooking surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore precise heat control across the cooking zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun multi-level cooks with ease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore flexible than stock EGG setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2XL is built for big cooks—but without the right system, it can feel underutilized. The Woo adds the flexibility to get the most out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eCGS Woo Advantage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom-engineered for the \u003cstrong\u003e2XL Big Green Egg\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty (5\/16\") \u003cstrong\u003e304 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWoo weighs 6+ lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for real-world setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with CGS 2XL Flexible Second Grid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: #f5f5f5; padding: 12px; border-left: 4px solid #0b1f3b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Strength, Not Cosmetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e We do not buff or polish welds on the 2XL Woo. It's a way for us to keep cost down on something you are going to smoke up in short order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eTake It Further: 2XL Flexible Second Grid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to fully utilize the dome space, the \u003cstrong\u003eCGS 2XL Flexible Second Grid\u003c\/strong\u003e takes this setup even further—adding another level of capacity and control. Buy now and more details forthcoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the Flexible Second Grid sits directly on the 2XL grid, it \u003cstrong\u003eworks with\u003c\/strong\u003e both the \u003cstrong\u003eCGS Woo Expander\u003c\/strong\u003e and Big Green \u003cstrong\u003eEGG 2XL Basket\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flexible Second Grid sits atop the 2XL cooking grid. The 2XL grid handles keep it properly positioned. The key Flexible Second Grid specs are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24\" diameter cooking grid in two half sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront grid section is removable for staging up top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo both grids for big meat cooks up top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-2xl-flexible-second-grid-front-angle-view-900px.jpg?v=1775159946\" alt=\"2XL Big Green Egg Flexible Second Grid front angle view showing two-level cooking setup\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 inches between upper and lower grids—enough room for brisket and pork shoulders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-2xl-flexible-second-grid-side-angle-view-900px.jpg?v=1775159952\" alt=\"2XL Big Green Egg Flexible Second Grid side angle view showing 5-inch clearance between grid levels\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eBrand Compatibility \u0026amp; Product Engineering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic Grill Store is an independent manufacturer of premium kamado grill accessories. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by Big Green Egg, Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Big Green Egg,\" \"EGG,\" \"ConvEGGtor,\" and related marks are trademarks of Big Green Egg, Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2005, CGS has been designing and manufacturing innovative kamado accessories right here in Texas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ceramic Grill Store","offers":[{"title":"2XL Woo Expander","offer_id":41350595117114,"sku":null,"price":174.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL Flexible Second Grid","offer_id":41350595149882,"sku":null,"price":224.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL Woo Expander + 2XL Flexible Second Grid","offer_id":41350595182650,"sku":null,"price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6648\/files\/2xl-big-green-egg-expander-basket-cgs-woo.jpg?v=1774990344","url":"https:\/\/ceramicgrillstore.com\/products\/2xl-big-green-egg-multi-level-expander","provider":"Ceramic Grill Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}