XL Big Green EGG, Flexible 2nd Grid, CGS

Just like the XL Rig, the Flexible 2nd Grid can be set up with an 18-inch half stone under the 20" half grid. All you need is the xl half stone hanger and one 18" half-moon deflector. Set them atop the XL Woo Expander, add the Large EGG full round cast iron grid and you have the ribeye cook set-up.

If you have our half-moon deflectors for the XL Woo Expander, you are good to go, as the 18" half-moon deflectors are the same and interchangeable.

The Hanger hooks to the Flexible 2nd Grid's top ring and sits under the 20" half-moon grid. The 18" half-moon deflector sits on the hanger and slides in & out from the front. You can move the deflector in & out during a cook. Don't forget hand protection for a hot deflector.

To set the Hanger, simply slide it under the 20" half grid, set the Hanger's back hook (facing forward) and two front hooks on the top ring. It takes less than a minute. The bottom searing grid can be any 16" to 20" diameter grid. Pictured is an 18" cast iron grid. The 20" round grid from the XL Adjustable Rig works too. 

You may wonder, why not slide the upper grid, like the Large PSWoo. We considered it, but owners who use a half-moon grid set-up on the XL Adjustable Rig convinced us otherwise. They told us the 20" half-moon grid provides sufficient upper grilling space and see no reason to physically slide a big grid. They also see no reason to work around a full round grid that is too big for most cooks.

When you need to go big (BBQ cooks), just drop on the half 16x20 grid. The grid sits front side and provides the added grid space for grilling or BBQing big.

Most folks find:

• When grilling, the fixed 20" half-moon grid provides sufficient shelf space above the XL cooking grid;
• When BBQing big, both grids provide sufficient space for big briskets, multiple pork butts or several rack of ribs;
• For pizza, the Flexible 2nd Grid atop the XL Woo Expander or convEGGtor/grid sets the pizza stone high in the dome - just where you want it;
• The Half Stone configuration rocks steak cooks, especially the reverse sear method.
• At 5" tall and open front, the Flexbile 2nd Grid allows access to the XL grid below.

So, how does the Flexible Grid compare to the XL Adjustable Rig, as both work with the XL Woo Expander and EGG ConvEGGtor. There are significant differences between the two.

• The Rig can do everything the Flexible 2nd Grid can do, but not vice versa.
• The Flexible 2nd Grid is fixed height. The Adjustable Rig has multi-height capability.
• The Flexible 2nd Grid has the option to hold one half-moon deflector directly under the 20 Grid. The Rig can hold half-moon or full round deflectors, again at varying heights and positions.
• The Flexible 2nd Grid requires the XL Woo Expander or ConvEGGtor for BBQ cooks. The Rig does not need the Woo or ConvEGGtor for BBQ cooks.
• The Flexible 2nd Grid is 5 inches tall. The XL Adjustable Rig is 6 inches tall. 
• *** The Rig can be set-up with the best single grid BBQ Cook, any kamado. The Flexible 2nd Grid does not have this capability.

Help me decide between the XL Adjustable Rig and Flexible 2nd Grid. Pick #1 or #2 below and go. Remember your first inclination is typically the best choice.

• If the XL EGG is just another grill that you use a couple times a month, then the Expander is your best choice.
• If the XL EGG is your hobby, you cook multiple times a week or month and genuinely enjoy it, then go Adjustable Rig. Our Woo/Rig Combo will give you the most fun and capability.

The Flexible 2nd Grid can be placed 3 ways in the EGG and adding it is quick. Pick the grid configuration half-moon or full and add the Hanger if going indirect during the cook. 

(1) Directly on the fire ring, with or without the XL cooking grid underneath.

(2) Atop the XL Woo Expander, direct or indirect set-up.

(3) Atop the EGG ConvEGGtor for 2 grids, indirect set-up.

What grid goes under the Flexible 2nd Grid:

The Flexible 2nd Grid can sit on the XL EGG grid. Or, if using the XL Woo Expander with handles, opt for a different grid on the Woo's lower ring, like the ribeye cook.

What about dividing the cooking area, half grid & half stone:

Go with the 18" half stone and hanger on the Flexible 2nd Grid, Add a grid below. Now you have the entire grid below for direct grilling.

What is the material and where is it made:

The Flexible 2nd Grid is all 304 Stainless, designed by us and fabricated right here in the USA. For comparison, the Big Green EGG EGGspander kit is made in China and yes, more expensive.

Does the Flexible 2nd Grid work with EGG's EGGspander kit:

No, the ring diameters are not the same.