Hello, and thank you for your feedback on the Pop-And-Lock (P.A.L.) Front Folding Shelf. While the size of the shelf is limited by weight and other considerations, the 10 ½” depth should still provide a substantial amount of room, even when the lid is closed, while also having a decent amount of space below the handle as well. But there is an option for a wider shelf, that does go from one end of the Ironwood to the other. The P.A.L. folding shelf for the new touchscreen Ironwoods and Timberlines is available in two sizes, this one and the XL. Although the 34” XL shelf is typically used on XL models (i.e., the Ironwood XL and Timberline XL), it can still be attached to the smaller versions, with the weight spreading evenly across the width of the grill. This will give you significantly more space if the smaller option does not meet your specific needs.

Hi, and thanks for your review of the Pop-And-Lock (P.A.L.) Front Folding Shelf. While the stability would likely not be affected by a wider shelf, the extra weight may make it a little too cumbersome for some people. But we do appreciate your feedback and are always paying attention to what our customers have to say.