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re: BGE Chiminea

loco_engr
loco_engr Posts: 5,794
in EggHead Forum
FWIW
Response to my inquiry about BGE Chiminea from Bruce @ HQ:

"It is true that we have a few chiminea prototypes, but that is as far as it goes. And, please know that just because we have prototype samples DOES NOT MEAN that this will ever be a product that actually goes to market. 

I hope this doesn't sound too strong, but I know how rumor goes, and I just want to be very clear with where we stand on this."


aka marysvilleksegghead
Lrg 2008
mini 2009
XL 2021 (sold 8/24/23)
Henny Youngman:
I said to my wife, 'Where do you want to go for our anniversary?' She said, 'I want to go somewhere I've never been before.' I said, 'Try the kitchen.'
Bob Hope: When I wake up in the morning, I don’t feel anything until noon, and then it’s time for my nap
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  • HeavyG
    HeavyG Posts: 10,380
    Seems to me they're missing an opportunity to share pix/descriptions of their prototypes and get some free opinions/feedback to help with their decision making process.
    On the other hand, I guess that would be just as likely to complicate their process. :)
    “Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” ― Philip K. Diçk




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  • ColtsFan
    ColtsFan Posts: 6,585
    I’d buy one
    ~ John - https://www.instagram.com/hoosier_egger
    XL BGE, LG BGE, Med BGE, BGE Chiminea, KJ Jr, PK Original, Ardore Pizza Oven
    Bloomington, IN - Hoo Hoo Hoo Hoosiers!

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  • 4TheGrillOfIt
    4TheGrillOfIt Posts: 741

    XL BGE, Large BGE, Small BGE, Weber Summit NG                                                                                               
    Memphis  
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  • Photo Egg
    Photo Egg Posts: 12,134
    The only reason people seek them out now is for “The Hunt”.
    They went extinct because very few people purchased them. Same thing will happen again if they start selling them. Only way they will make any money is if they make a limited run, charge a ridiculous price and hope for a feeding frenzy from Eggheads with money to blow.  
    Thank you,
    Darian

    Galveston Texas
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  • TEXASBGE2018
    TEXASBGE2018 Posts: 3,831
    Ya, I don't understand the appeal of a BGE chiminea. Then again, I did seek out a green pizza oven to match my two eggs. So I guess there is a market for it out there.


    Rockwall, Tx    LBGE, Minimax, 22" Blackstone, Pizza Party Bollore. Cast Iron Hoarder.

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  • WeberWho
    WeberWho Posts: 11,288
    edited August 2022
    Photo Egg said:
    The only reason people seek them out now is for “The Hunt”.
    They went extinct because very few people purchased them. Same thing will happen again if they start selling them. Only way they will make any money is if they make a limited run, charge a ridiculous price and hope for a feeding frenzy from Eggheads with money to blow.  
    I agree. It needs to be more than just a basic ceramic chimney if they bring it back to the market. It needs to double as something else. Pizza oven, grill, etc if they want to have any chance of it sticking around. 
    "The pig is an amazing animal. You feed a pig an apple and it makes bacon. Let's see Michael Phelps do that" - Jim Gaffigan

    Minnesota
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  • Buckwoody Egger
    Buckwoody Egger Posts: 843
    They are not great at heat (and not 360 like a pit) but work well in a corner or focus spot. Keeping thinking I would like one near the egg to throw some pinion in for a nice look and mosquito deterrent.  

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  • Langner91
    Langner91 Posts: 2,120
    I've spent money on dumber things.
    Clinton, Iowa
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  • Ozzie_Isaac
    Ozzie_Isaac Posts: 20,688
    kl8ton said:
    loco_engr said:
    FWIW
    Response to my inquiry about BGE Chiminea from Bruce @ HQ:

    "It is true that we have a few chiminea prototypes!  And, please know that just because we have prototype samples in 5 different colors DOES NOT MEAN that all colors will ever be brought to market. We plan to have the Chimnea in Walmart stores around thanksgiving, just in time for Christmas shoppers.  We will start with Red and Green. . . Christmas and all. . . 

    I hope this doesn't sound too strong, but I know how rumor goes, and I just want to be very clear with where we stand on this."


    SWEET! In stores soon!
    Have my order in already!

    Maybe your purpose in life is only to serve as an example for others? - LPL


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  • Ozzie_Isaac
    Ozzie_Isaac Posts: 20,688
    Hoping for a green powder coated pit too.

    Maybe your purpose in life is only to serve as an example for others? - LPL


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  • danhoo
    danhoo Posts: 699
    Not holding my breath for a deep ocean blue big green egg.. 
    current: | Large BGE |  Genesis 1000 | Genesis E330 | 22 inch Kettle | Weber Summit Kamado
    sold:| PitBoss pro 820 |  WSM 22 | 
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  • AnothaStolenGenrator
    AnothaStolenGenrator Posts: 288
    HeavyG said:
    Seems to me they're missing an opportunity to share pix/descriptions of their prototypes and get some free opinions/feedback to help with their decision making process.
    On the other hand, I guess that would be just as likely to complicate their process. :)
    You’re complaining there aren’t pics?
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  • Fred19Flintstone
    Fred19Flintstone Posts: 8,173
    I have one.  It can be yours if…



    Make me an offer.  I won’t ship.
    Flint, Michigan
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  • loco_engr
    loco_engr Posts: 5,794
    maybe we can finally get an answer to this foaming chiminea  =)

    aka marysvilleksegghead
    Lrg 2008
    mini 2009
    XL 2021 (sold 8/24/23)
    Henny Youngman:
    I said to my wife, 'Where do you want to go for our anniversary?' She said, 'I want to go somewhere I've never been before.' I said, 'Try the kitchen.'
    Bob Hope: When I wake up in the morning, I don’t feel anything until noon, and then it’s time for my nap
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  • Ozzie_Isaac
    Ozzie_Isaac Posts: 20,688
    loco_engr said:
    maybe we can finally get an answer to this foaming chiminea  =)

    I think that's @fishlessman 's Chimenea.

    Maybe your purpose in life is only to serve as an example for others? - LPL


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  • alaskanassasin
    alaskanassasin Posts: 8,252
    JFC you guys didn't thing BGE was going to come out with a new product did you!?
    South of Columbus, Ohio.


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  • bobroo
    bobroo Posts: 143
    I think the last time BGE rolled out a major new product was back in the 1900's.

    It would do them good to come out with something new!
    If it's brown, it's cook'in....If it's black, it's done ---my Grandfather     Medium BGE
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  • AnothaStolenGenrator
    AnothaStolenGenrator Posts: 288
    alaskanassasin said:
    JFC you guys didn't thing BGE was going to come out with a new product did you!?
    They probably just looked at the market and realized they couldn’t compete, because nobody in their right mind would pay twice what other brand chimineas cost just because it was painted green.











    Nope, that ain’t it.  
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  • cookingdude555
    cookingdude555 Posts: 3,196
    I will take two for storage.  I will sell them in 15 years.
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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,065
    cookingdude555 said:
    I will take two for storage.  I will sell them in 15 years.
    hmmmm...I wonder if the IRS will consider them proper as an IRA investment? Then if so then why not buy 4, 6, 12, 18???
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  • Buckwoody Egger
    Buckwoody Egger Posts: 843
    Compared to the rest of the clay chiminea world the egg ones are small but have a screen front door, a lid for the top and the face is vertical. Other chiminea openings, unless covered, take on more rain via the lower lip vs upper lip angle. The removable chimney to cook on a grate was not a bad idea either.  But yes the pricing will be high and there are tons of other players in the space now. 
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  • littlerascal56
    littlerascal56 Posts: 2,106
    edited August 2022
    It’s definitely a unicorn product, and yes there are tons of players in the space. Cost will determine if it’s a marketable product in the future!
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  • HeavyG
    HeavyG Posts: 10,380
    RRP said:
    cookingdude555 said:
    I will take two for storage.  I will sell them in 15 years.
    hmmmm...I wonder if the IRS will consider them proper as an IRA investment? Then if so then why not buy 4, 6, 12, 18???
    And one should safely store them beside their mint Beanie Babies horde.
    “Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” ― Philip K. Diçk




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  • cookingdude555
    cookingdude555 Posts: 3,196
    RRP said:
    cookingdude555 said:
    I will take two for storage.  I will sell them in 15 years.
    hmmmm...I wonder if the IRS will consider them proper as an IRA investment? Then if so then why not buy 4, 6, 12, 18???
    Haha. I actually will buy zero of them. I don’t get the chimnea thing, but I understand others do. 
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  • fishlessman
    fishlessman Posts: 33,536
    Ozzie_Isaac said:
    loco_engr said:
    maybe we can finally get an answer to this foaming chiminea  =)

    I think that's @fishlessman 's Chimenea.                  would never buy one of those. It's useless here


    thats beautiful.....how much heat do they throw at -20f.   ill stick with my broken cinder block fire pit, been dry here, i have a pile of crap to burn right now
    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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  • RyanStl
    RyanStl Posts: 1,050
    Open pits are so much better 
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  • sancho65
    sancho65 Posts: 229


    I say bring on the new prototypes and or versions. I’m getting bored with my current ones in my collection!🇺🇸💰
    XL, Large, 2 Small's and Mini BGE Arlington Texas
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