Portable Solar Kit

[Magneto]

I am looking to add a portable solar panel kit to my preps. I have looked at the Goal 10, but wondered if anyone had one to recommend that they had experience with. I would like to be able to charge AA, AAA, and C cell batteries, Kindle, audio players and other assorted devices.

 

[Rexmage]

I can tell one type to avoid, being Rothco. I bought a small oh...6 x 10 panel that was reportedly able to charge AA, AAA, C, and if you had the correct plugs, things such as Ipods, Ipads, phones, and the like. I got about 2 and a half weeks of use out of it before the internal connection, like where the cord inserts died. It was glued and sealed shut so it wasn't able to pull open, and I wouldn't know what to do even if I got it open. In short, it was a 33 dollar plus tax lesson.

 

[mattinindy]

I deal with PV on some commercial roofs. Lots of technical issues and panels need to be constantly cleaned/maintained to function at high capacity. Price though for panels has dropped significantly so may be worth trying out.

 

[Dragon]

Check out the Instapark Mercury 10 Watt. From the reviews I read, it has a higher output than the Goal Zero and outperforms it in overcast sunlight. So far mine has worked really well.

 

[bigworm]

i been looking at the anker 14watt

 

[Leadeye]

Talk to Shibumi, he knows more about that stuff than anybody I've met.

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

I bought the Goal 10 but have yet to try it. Wilderness fun isn't on my schedule until May.

I think I got the entire set up for $89. I just had this hit my inbox today so I'll leave it here for you.

Goal Zero Rock Out Solar Kit with Guide 10 Plus

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

EE has some Goal Zero stuff on sale, FYI.

Emergency Power Solar Power Handcrank Power

ETA: The link title is misleading. It's Goal 10 solar stuff on sale.