Samuraimatt - I refer you to post #18 in this thread.
That "contraption" is the Performer. The DBs.
Yes it has a gas bottle. Yes it's used for setting fire to the coals. No, it isn't used for cooking on.
If that makes me gay, then show me the ladies room, because I won't be changing any time soon (except maybe a Big Green Egg if I win the lottery).
Whatever kind of Weber you have, enjoy it (unless it's a no charcoal one)!