The Ashford is now the main heat source!

[webby3650]

I think I remember reading their published numbers are with the cat still staying active. This is what I've found to be true with mine.

That makes since, the cat was active the whole time during my 30.5 hour burn I was showing, I'm sure it would have made it to 34 hrs.

 

[alforit]

The Lopi was not a good heater this time of year, it would run too hot! It takes a while to get it running good enough to shut the bypass

That's the same experience I had with the Progress Hybrid.............I wonder if its a hybrid technology thing.................In any case , not interested in having a stove like that.

 

[NVHunter]

How much did your Ashford cost if you don't mind me asking?

I'm looking at it, or the BK Sirocco 30 which is the same stove I believe, just different looking.

 

[PapaDave]

NVH, I plan to check those 2 stoves and compare price.
If they're close, I'm getting the Ashford.
I believe it's been posted that the Ashford is a little over $3,000.
YMMV.
I had planned to get the Princess, until the newer models arrived. I prefer the newer look.
I was quoted almost 2800 for the Princess a few months ago here in Northern Michigan.
ETA: Welcome to the Hearth.....

 

[aansorge]

Well PapaDave here is a cheaper route...http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/2013/05/23/found-in-crate-1944-willys-mb-jeep-to-cross-the-block/