Save or splurge: Leisure stuff

To get a gas grill that'll last more than a few summers, spend $400 or more, advises Steven Raichlen, author of
"The Barbecue Bible."

The burners on cheaper grills are generally stamped metal, and the grates are chrome-plated wire - both of which can corrode.

The Weber comes with stainless-steel burners and cast-iron grates, which are not only more durable but also distribute heat more evenly.