Ive had a Cob for about 4/5 years now and it still works great and looks brand new. I used to light it up at home, put a chicken in, close the lid and then load it in the back of my Bakkie (Truck for you guys?) and drive off to the beach or to a fishing spot. Just tie it down with some stretchies. By the time I get there the chicken will be done, just in time to heat up some rolls to put the delicious chicken into.