Gozney Arc XL Pizza Oven Flame Tamers Review: NU2U's 3-Piece Set

This review dives into the NU2U 3-piece flame tamer set designed specifically for the Gozney Arc XL pizza oven. These aren't just simple accessories; they're engineered to significantly enhance your cooking experience, particularly when battling challenging wind conditions. We'll explore the unique design features of each of the three tamers – beginner, medium, and advanced – highlighting their individual functionalities and how they contribute to achieving perfectly cooked pizzas regardless of the weather. From ease of installation to the dramatic improvement in flame control, we'll examine every aspect of this practical and effective upgrade.This comprehensive review will detail the straightforward installation and removal process, showcasing how seamlessly these flame tamers integrate with your Gozney Arc XL. We'll analyze the visual impact of the tamers on flame behavior, demonstrating their effectiveness in shielding and directing heat even at high temperatures. Ultimately, we'll determine whether this NU2U set represents a worthwhile investment for Gozney Arc XL owners seeking improved cooking consistency and control, especially when facing unpredictable weather.

Pros And Cons

Flame Tamers (Beginner Model)
  • Easy installation (clips on)
  • Easy removal
  • Designed for windy conditions
  • Protects the left side of pizza crust
Flame Tamers (Medium/Semi-Advanced Model)
  • Easy installation (clips on)
  • Easy removal
  • Designed for windy conditions
  • More air holes allow more direct heat to the pizza crust
Flame Tamers (Advanced Model)
  • Easy installation (clips on)
  • Easy removal
  • Designed for windy conditions
  • Allows more flame to go directly up and around the pizza oven dome

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NU2U Flame Tamers: A Closer Look

NU2U offers a three-piece set of flame tamers specifically designed for the Gozney Arc XL pizza oven. These aren't just accessories; they're designed to improve your cooking experience, especially in windy conditions. The unique design allows for easy installation and removal without any modifications to your oven.

Close-up of the three NU2U flame tamers for the Gozney Arc XL pizza oven.
Close-up of the three NU2U flame tamers for the Gozney Arc XL pizza oven.

The set includes three distinct flame tamers, each with a different configuration and purpose. This allows for customization based on your cooking style and weather conditions. This flexibility ensures you can achieve optimal results regardless of the challenges the environment presents.

The flame tamers demonstrating their easy clip-on installation mechanism.
The flame tamers demonstrating their easy clip-on installation mechanism.

Beginner, Medium, and Advanced Flame Tamers

The first flame tamer is the 'beginner' model, featuring a single heat entrance point. Its simple design is perfect for those new to using flame tamers or for situations where less intense heat is desired.

The beginner's flame tamer, showcasing its single heat entrance point.
The beginner's flame tamer, showcasing its single heat entrance point.

The second, 'medium' or semi-advanced, tamer boasts multiple air holes for increased heat distribution, perfect for achieving a more even cook. It retains the flame-shielding bend, but with enhanced airflow.

The medium flame tamer, highlighting its multiple air holes and bend.
The medium flame tamer, highlighting its multiple air holes and bend.

The third, 'advanced' model, lacks the bend of the previous two, focusing solely on wind protection. This is ideal for windy conditions where maintaining a consistent flame is paramount.

The advanced flame tamer, showing the absence of the bend.
The advanced flame tamer, showing the absence of the bend.

Easy Installation and Removal

Installing the flame tamers is incredibly straightforward. The simple clip-on design takes seconds and requires no modifications to the oven. This ease of use is a significant advantage.

Demonstrating the easy installation process of a flame tamer.
Demonstrating the easy installation process of a flame tamer.

Removal is just as simple. Just lift the tamer from its position – ensuring the oven is completely cool, of course. This quick installation and removal process is a significant time-saver and contributes to its user-friendliness.

Showing the simple removal process of the flame tamer.
Showing the simple removal process of the flame tamer.

Flame Tamer in Action: A Performance Comparison

The video demonstrates the difference in flame behavior with and without the flame tamer installed, particularly when the oven is on high heat. With the flame tamer on, the flame remains more controlled and less affected by wind.

The Gozney Arc XL pizza oven with the flame tamer OFF, low flame.
The Gozney Arc XL pizza oven with the flame tamer OFF, low flame.

The images showcase the clear improvement in flame management. The flame tamer effectively shields and directs the heat, preventing it from being blown out or unevenly distributed.

The Gozney Arc XL pizza oven with the flame tamer ON, high flame.
The Gozney Arc XL pizza oven with the flame tamer ON, high flame.

Final Verdict: Are NU2U Flame Tamers Worth It?

The NU2U flame tamers offer a valuable addition to the Gozney Arc XL pizza oven, particularly for those concerned about wind affecting their cooking. The variety of models allows for customization, making them suitable for various skill levels and weather conditions.

Final shot showing the NU2U flame tamers, emphasizing their features and benefits.
Final shot showing the NU2U flame tamers, emphasizing their features and benefits.

The ease of installation and removal is a significant plus. The overall performance improvement – especially the control and direction of the flame – makes these flame tamers a worthwhile investment for any Gozney Arc XL owner.