Foldable Solar Array

Gear Guide: Ultimate camping packing list

It's time to start heading out to the woods for weekends of relaxation, fun, and maybe a little drinking with friends. Our ultimate camping packing list has you covered with all the gear, gadgets and other essentials you might need to kick back in the great outdoors.

Even though it’s still raining and cold here in Portland, Oregon, the camping season is getting started in warmer areas of the country so it’s about that time to make sure you’ve got all the essentials in your garage for a great camping trip. While camping with the bare minimum is certainly an option, we’re here to give you the inside scoop on what kind of gear will make your trip more comfortable. It seems appropriate to use the classic Boy Scout motto of “always be prepared” when packing up your gear, whether you are hiking to your destination or just driving to a convenient camp site. Pack all the right tools and you can have a relaxing weekend away from civilization. Just don’t forget to turn off your smartphone.

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Brunton Solaris Foldable Solar Array (12 Watt) | World Articles

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The next generation of Solaris foldable solar technology is here. The Solaris 6 and 12 are the most compact models in our line. CIGS technology maximizes performance while optimizing portability. Produces enough powter to charge digital video cameras, satellite phones and more. Link up to three like units to triple your output. One year warranty. The most compact foldable solar panel in the Brunton line, the Solaris 12 maximizes performance while taking up virtually no space at all. The unit’s multi-section design folds up into a tiny footprint that’s around the size of a DVD case, while still delivering a solid 12 watts of power–enough to charge a digital video or still camera or power a satellite or cell phone. To increase the power output, simply buy up to two additional Solaris panels and link them together. Plus, the unit’s high-performance CIGS solar cells are reliable and efficient, with a design that instinctively converts incident sunlight into an electrical current, even in low-light conditions. The combined functions make this an ideal panel for camping trips, hikes, and other occasions when it helps to have a portable power source on hand.

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