Kamado Joe Classic Joe Deflector, Drip Pan & Pizza Stone Guide

Pizza Setup

Best Pizza Stone: 15" Full Round

The CGS 15" full-round stone is our preferred pizza stone size for the Classic Joe. Add CGS ceramic spacers underneath the pizza stone to create an insulating air gap between the heat deflector and pizza stone.

We do not recommend going larger than 15". An oversized stone can restrict airflow, especially at higher pizza-baking temperatures.

• Other option: 14" full-round stone

CGS Adjustable Rig Grid/Hanger Combo

Best Deflector: Pair of 15" Half-Moons

Use the 15" half-moon deflectors that came with your Kamado Joe Classic Joe. Use both halves together for full-indirect cooking, or use one half-moon to create a two-zone grilling setup.

• Other option: CGS 15" half-moon deflectors

Kamado Joe Divide & Conquer

Best Deflector: Pair of 15" Half-Moons

The Kamado Joe 15" half-moon deflectors are the logical choice since they came with the grill. Use both halves together for full-indirect cooking, or use one half-moon for two-zone grilling.

• Other option: CGS 15" half-moon deflectors

CGS Classic Spider

Best Deflector: Pair of 14" Half-Moons

Use CGS 14" half-moon deflectors for low-position indirect setups inside the firebowl. This size also works well when creating two-zone cooking closer to the charcoal.

Important: 15" deflectors are too large and will not fit properly on the Classic Spider.

Double-Indirect Setup

Best Deflectors: Two Pairs of 15" Half-Moons

Using the same size deflectors at both levels creates the most consistent double-indirect setup. With the Divide & Conquer system, the half-moons can be positioned at different levels as needed for your cooking configuration.

Ceramic Spacers

Best Size: 2" x 1.5" x 1.5"

Use the 2" ceramic spacers positioned on their 1.5" side. This creates a stable air gap and solid support for a drip pan or pizza stone positioned above the heat deflector.