We live in Texas and use a grill year round.  I usually buy lower priced grills and junk them after a few years.  I decided to buy the Genesis as a local store ran a special.  My first thought was this is too much to spend on a grill.  Boy was I wrong.  First, I had minor shipping damage and Weber immediately sent the part.  The customer service is GREAT!  Second this grill is head and shoulders above any grill I have ever used.  Heat up is FAST  Temp regulation is exceptional.  After you open the lid and check the food the grill gets back to temp in seconds instead of minutes.  I used the indirect method to cook a pizza and it came out great.  My wife has used it to indirect bake with excellent results.  The sear burner works great for steaks and chops.  I can't say enough good about this grill.  Buy one and you won't be disappointed.