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Add a second grilling level to the XL Big Green EGG. Compatible with the XL Big Green EGG ConvEGGtor & CGS XL Woo Expander, and sits directly on the XL Fire Ring.
Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG, CGS

Ceramic Grill Store

Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG, CGS

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Description

Add a second cooking level to your XL EGG — and enjoy more flexibility on the CGS XL Woo than the Big Green EGG EGGspander system.

Unlock true multi-level cooking on your XL Big Green EGG. The CGS Flexible 2nd-Grid is an innovative, two-part system built for expanded capability and precise temperature control — perfect for mastering the reverse sear or maximizing indirect and direct zones.

Key Features & Setup Versatility

The Flexible 2nd-Grid can be positioned several ways, giving you multiple ways to move up and down in the XL EGG:

  • On Top of the XL Woo: Gain additional height and separation between grids — ideal for multi-level cooks, high in-the-dome grilling, or pizza. (Best & Recommended - Handles on XL Woo)
  • Directly on the Fire Ring: Use it alone or with the XL cooking grid underneath. The Flexible 2nd-Grid sits about 5 inches above the fire ring for excellent access and airflow.
  • On Top of the XL convEGGtor (with XL grid): Add a second cooking level above the XL grid for large indirect cooks.
Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG showing the front grid lifts up for better access below or to take on and off.

Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG with both grids set up with XL Woo for 2 levels, indirect, BBQ cook.
Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG with both grids sitting directly on the fire ring for raised grid direct grilling with access to the fire.
Flexible 2nd-Grid for Xl Big Green EGG sitting atop the XL Woo with ConvEGGtor for 2 level, indirect, BBQ cooks.

Important: The Flexible 2nd-Grid does not fit the Big Green EGG XL EGGspander system.

Innovative Two-Part Grid Design

  • Rear Grid: Fixed 20″ half-moon welded to the frame.
  • Front Grid: Removable 16″ × 20″ oval half-grid.
Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG with 20-inch half-moon grid. Shows how to setup with just a half grid.
Ceramic Grill Store's Flexible 2nd-Grid for Big Green EGG adds a second grilling level to the XL Big Green EGG. It's a better alternative to the Big Green EGG XL EGGspander

Use both grids for a full 20″ round setup on big cooks, or just the rear half for smaller meals or when you need a holding zone.

Create Effortless Two-Zone Cooking

Go indirect up top by placing an 18″ half-moon deflector directly under the rear 20″ half grid.

This “up & back” indirect method delivers three major advantages:

  • Up: Moves the indirect zone into the dome for more stable temperatures — perfect for roasting veggies or step one of a reverse sear.
  • Back: Keeps the indirect side out of your main grilling area, avoiding a divided grid.
  • Up & Back: Opens the entire lower grid for full-area searing and grilling.

Flexible 2nd-Grid Deflector Bracket

To complete the indirect setup, you need the Deflector Bracket. It holds the half-moon deflector right under the 20″ half grid.

Top view of the XL Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG showing how the Flexible 2nd-Grid Hanger Bracket sits under the 20-inch half-moon grid that is welded to the backside of the frame.
Front view showing on the half-moon deflector can slide in and out of the XL Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG. Easy to do during the cook.

The hanger installs easily — just slide it under the half grid and hook the legs onto the frame.

Perfect Reverse Sear Setup

Our go-to configuration with the XL Woo underneath delivers stable roasting temperatures up top and a wide-open sear zone below.

 Front view showing the best reverse sear setup in the XL Big Green EGG. Setup is the XL Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG with half-moon deflector atop the XL Woo with 18-inch cast iron grid. The picture shows four ribeye steaks up on the 20-inch half-moon grid for first phase of the reverse sear. Front view showing the best reverse sear setup in the XL Big Green EGG. Setup is the XL Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG with half-moon deflector atop the XL Woo with 18-inch cast iron grid. The picture shows four ribeye steaks searing down on the cast iron - second phase of the reverse sear.

We prefer the Large 18″ cast iron grid on the Woo’s lower ring — it offers nearly the same cooking area as two XL half-moon grids on the fire ring at roughly half the cost.

Components: XL Flexible Grid, XL Woo w/ Handles, 18″ half-moon deflector, Flexible 2nd-Grid Deflector Bracket, Large 18″ cast iron grid.

We prefer the Large 18″ cast iron grid on the Woo’s lower ring — it offers nearly the same cooking area as two XL half-moon grids on the fire ring at roughly half the cost.

Easy Setup for Pizza

Use a pair of 18″ deflectors on the Flexible 2nd-Grid to raise your pizza stone into the dome. Add the XL Woo with Handles underneath to push the stone higher for better temperature control. If needed, add the blocking stone on the Woo.

Front view showing the XL Flexible 2nd-Grid for XL Big Green EGG on the XL Woo. Ideal way to use both racks to lift the pizza stone high up in the dome.

Enjoy Access to the Fire

Set the Flexible 2nd-Grid directly on the fire ring for a raised-direct cook. You’ll get excellent airflow and easy access to the fire for adding smoking wood mid-cook.

Side view shows how high above the felt line the Flexible 2nd-grid sits when placed directly on the fire ring. It's approximately 2 inches above the fire ring. It is a great setup for raised grid cooks with direct access to the fire for adding smoking wood.

XL Adjustable Rig Comparison

The XL Adjustable Rig is the full multi-level solution. It can do everything the Flexible 2nd-Grid does — and much more. At 6″ tall, the Rig is one inch taller than the Flexible Grid.

Which to Pick: If you need ultimate capability, choose the XL Adjustable Rig. If you simply need a second level with added indirect flexibility, the Flexible 2nd-Grid is your match.

FAQs

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. 

Why not a sliding grid?

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.

How does the XL Flexible 2nd Grid compare to the XL Adjustable Rig?

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.