hmmmmm....
"There are a few requirements though, the first is that it is best if it is no longer in production, or the rights to the brand not still owned. The rules state that there must be approval from the manufacturer to use the stove in the challenge. If you are a manufacturer and are happy to supply and old model then I would be glad to hear from you."
i dunno if i have anything that is no longer in production laying around other than an old 18-p i have sitting in my garage rusted as hello. only current stove i make that is n/s is the 30 (link to product for the OP just in case)http://www.englanderstoves.com/30-nc.html
not my call , but i can check.
to the OP even if i cant work this out or my stove isn't going to work for you i look forward to meeting you in DC.
looking at the rules im not sure the 30 would qualify as its still in production and the brand rights obviously are owned. but we are close to DC (3 hours or so driving)
Hi Mike,
The requirement of being no longer in production was just my parameter to get around rule 5.4, it isn't actually the rule, so the 30-nc would appear to be perfectly fine. What is important is your written approval to use one of your stoves, so if you can supply a stove on top of the approval it would really take a load of my mind.
I couldn't find any info or an image of the 18-p, but a rusty old stove may suit the my retrofit theme
Begreen talks about publicity and I would do my best to help in that regard in return for your help. John Ackerly at "For Green Heat" would also oblige on that front I am sure. To a degree this is a collaborative effort in the wood vs others for heating the home.
I will look forward to meeting you also.
Jason