Date:         Sun, 8 Nov 1998 12:08:15 -0800
Reply-To:     Steve <sxs@CONCENTRIC.NET>
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From:         Steve <sxs@CONCENTRIC.NET>
Subject:      Wind Power
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Does anyone have any info on or experience with portable
wind generators?

I checked out those available through Mr. Solar's web site
...Bill posted the url for the low plat cat price.  It looks
like the Rutland WG 913 is the one they would reccomend...at
$1013.00.  ouch.  If i can get one ... or build one ... for
around $500 i'll go for it.

Wind seems like it would be a much better source of power
than sun for me.  My heaviest power consumption is in the
winter/spring/fall months when it is necessary to use the
heater.  The skys are typically more overcast and the wind
more constant during the winter and there are fewer dyalight
hours.  a wind generator would charge all night as the
heaters and lights are consuming the battery.  as it is now,
my single 1.6 amp panel is not adequate in the
winter...another panel would run about $300...and i'd rather
invest in wind.

any info appreciated.
steve