The 11th Annual Old Lumens challenge - Winners announced!

[HunterJackson]

That sounds like a great idea, and a way to show your artistic, creative or decorating skills in a BLF way!

[Hoop]

The mod category already allows all of these to be entered.

[KnotSoMuch]

I think the Mod category would benefit from being sub-divided into specific categories. Doing so would also make it easier to attract more sponsors!

I would also be willing to help with either or both.

[MtnDon (Don Miller)]

@KnotSoMuch

Would the membership be interested in a new category for DIY Exterior Treatments?

For those who don’t enter the OLC due to a lack of mechanical skills or resources, but possess a more artful, creative side, this type of category would allow those members an opportunity to share their talents.

Is this meant to be a category where only cosmetic finish changes would be allowed? No other changes at all, otherwise this sort of thing is already allowed in the modified category as Hoop mentioned. For most, if not all, of these cosmetic changes, would not some mechanical skills be required to tear the light down and reassemble, to permit anodizing, baking, etc.?

[KnotSoMuch]

@MtnDon

@MtnDon

Is this meant to be a category where only cosmetic finish changes would be allowed? No other changes at all, otherwise this sort of thing is already allowed in the modified category as Hoop mentioned.

I hadn’t considered the full breadth of an additional category, just the idea. When the official thread is created, we can discuss the possibilities and if additional categories are merited.

For most, if not all, of these cosmetic changes, would not some mechanical skills be required to tear the light down and reassemble, to permit anodizing, baking, etc.?

Of course they would be! I was thinking more along the lines offering opportunities not only for those that would like to express themselves more creatively, but also for those that aren’t into electronics, machining, etc., and/or don’t have the resources for the mechanical side of modding. Again, these things can all be discussed further in the TBD thread.

[The_OL_Contest]

Let’s continue to use this existing thread to discuss the rules of the challenge:

Old-Lumens contest rules discussion

Okay so anybody that’s been following the competition is probably aware there has been discussion surrounding categories and rules. This thread is to try and compile the sentiments of what should be acceptable in the fine print. For example should the use of pills be accepted in handmade? Should we make a new category for outsourcing actual construction of the light or components? Or a new category for builds under $50 ? If it entices more participation it’s worth considering. So if you have som…

[koef3 (LED tester)]

Another question regarding this contest: How long should the evaluation of the individual builds and the nomination of the winner take? Should there be a community survey and if so, will this be included in the final evaluation? @The_OL_Contest

[The_OL_Contest]

I’ve asked the judges for their scoresheets back by the end of January, and I am still seeking judges. If any long time BLF members who are familiar with the Old-Lumens Challenge would like to volunteer to be a judge, your help would be appreciated. Please PM @Hoop.

There will be a people’s choice poll and it will be started soon.

[HunterJackson]

Hi guys, just wondering is there any update for the contest, and when can I expect the results of the competition to be announced?

[MtnDon (Don Miller)]

@HunterJackson

Hi guys, just wondering is there any update for the contest, and when can I expect the results of the competition to be announced?

[koef3 (LED tester)]

@HunterJackson

Hi guys, just wondering is there any update for the contest, and when can I expect the results of the competition to be announced?

[The_OL_Contest]

Congratulations to everyone who completed this year’s challenge.

This year’s challenge winners are:

Hand Made Category

• First place: MtnDon
• Second place: Koef3
• Third place: YuvalS
• Fourth place: Tomogchi

Machine made category

• First place: GorgTech

Modified Light Category

• First place: Hunter-Jackson
• Second place: saltyboi6704
• Third place: Skylight
• Fourth place: YBF650
• Fifth place: Scallywag

MtnDon gets first choice of prize, followed by GorgTech, next Hunter-Jackson, next Koef3, next saltyboi6704, and so on. PMs incoming!

Here’s a group photo of this year’s builds:

[raccoon]

Congrats to the winners!

[pennzy]

Nice. Congrats to all

[1stein]

Congratz to the winners and loads of respect. Only modders know how much effort, sweat and blood it takes.

Hats off to every participant.

You are the spirit of this forum. A sincere Thank You!

[MtnDon (Don Miller)]

What a great honor! I really did like Koef3’s entry in the hand-made class too.

I will select the $200 CountyComm Gift Card as my prize. Thank you.

[GorgTech]

Thank you for the great experience, it was a pleasure to join this contest.

I will select the NLIGHTD L1 LEP Flashlight as my prize. Thanks a lot!

[HunterJackson]

Thank you very much, Hoop. I am simply overjoyed with this opportunity, and glad the hard work has paid off for me.

I will go with Covnoy’s prize of a choice of any flash light. I have one in mind which will come in handy. Also, how do I claim it?

Again, thank you for your generosity.
Regards, ‘‘Jackson’’

[The_OL_Contest]

PM incoming.

[koef3 (LED tester)]

Thank you for the contest and prices!

I will go for the ‘mystery throw light’ by Skylumen! (I lack a proper thrower )

Please give me an info how to claim it.