GOAL ZERO Goal 0 Extreme 350
Base Camp kit. This back up power system allows you to recharge
multiple powered devices all at one time from your phone to your laptop. All
you need is sunlight, then you have the much needed power for the essentials
like heating and air conditioning devices. This in turn ensures your survival
in any disaster. The solar panels included in the Goal 0 Extreme Base camp kit
take only 6-12 hours to recharge your battery packs. They are long lasting,
tested in the most extreme adventure circumstances and are capably of being
installed permanently if you so desire.
Solar power is the smartest
way to go when all else fails. Why not go to our greatest source of energy- the
sun? It’s there, let’s use it for the power it supplies to us. If it can be
used for heating up MRE survival foods why not power up the lights? This is a great emergency power kit for all
your outdoor adventures.
Like the Base Camp kit the
Extreme Adventure kit can also charge multiple items at once. The solar generator that is included is “Safe,
Silent and fume free” leaving you feeling secure. The power pack weighs only
26lbs. It’s easy to store and carry anywhere you need it. Goal Zero is well
known for there long-lasting emergency power kits. With all the emergencies and
natural disasters nowadays who wouldn’t want some back up power? There is
something here for everyone from the adventurous family going on a weekend
vacation to the extreme outdoor enthusiast.
If your looking for something
to power up your medium sized devices try looking at the Sherpa 50 Adventure
kit. This kit enables you to store up to 10 hours of solar power. Just lay the
solar panels on the side of your tent or anywhere you like and watch the sun do
all the work. Sherpa 50 Adventure kits
portable power weighs a little under 4 lbs.
It’s lightweight and easy to use. All emergency power kits have been
field-tested to be sure they work properly.
Looking for something on the small side? The Expedition kit is an ultra portable,
dependable and completely modular system of alternative, renewable energy sources
designed to provide electric power for the adventurer that travels light.
Perfect for powering portable
electronic devices including: cell phones, laptops, PDAs, cameras, portable DVD
players and radios. From your home to the
campground the Escape 150 gives you 150 watt-hours of rechargeable power. That’s
a lot of power! You can leave it plugged in at home and be ready with plenty
of power for your next outdoor adventure. Charge up the Escape 150 with the sun
or from the regular wall outlet in about 5 hours.
The Escape 150 Power Pack with 30 watt solar
panel briefcase can charge many devices like USB, 12V and AC outputs. With this
emergency power kit you have got a
powerful emergency backup plan.
If your interested in emergency power to power
up your small devices there’s the Guide Plus 10 Adventure kit that will
recharge your small USB and even your Smartphone. On the back of the battery pack you have a
LED light that lasts up to 150 hours before needed to be recharged. You’ll have
the light you need when you need, where you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Emergency Power
People new to emergency
preparedness can cover their bases easily when it comes to food, water
and shelter. Most also include at least a few candles, matches,
flashlights and batteries in their list of supplies. Many may also
include a small generator to round out their energy preparations. That’s
a great start, but you may need to rely on your own resources for long
periods of time if the power grid fails. You need more tools in your
toolbox if you want to live more comfortably and safely.
Purchasing and maintaining a couple of deep-cycle batteries are the next
steps. These are different from automotive batteries and are designed
to be recharged, discharged and recharged many times. They are most
often found in power boats, wheelchairs, golf carts and forklifts. Hook
one of these up using jumper cables to the battery of a running truck or
car to charge them.
Alternatively, you could hook up a battery to your generator for
charging. This tactic provides portable power for indoor use; generators
should never be operated in an enclosed area. Moreover, you won’t have
to run your generator continuously, thus saving fuel that’s in short
supply during an emergency situation.
You’ll also need an inverter to convert the battery’s direct current to
alternating current, the type your home’s lights and appliances use.
Many people find that a 1,000-watt inverter works for most simple
alternate energy applications. You should plan on buying one battery in
the beginning and adding more as your budget permits. A single battery
will power the lights and radio in one room. More batteries will allow
you to operate more lights and appliances throughout the house.
Solar energy provides several more emergency power options for those who
live in areas that receive enough sunshine. “Solar energy” brings
mental images of acres of gleaming, and expensive, glass panels, but the
average homeowner can incorporate solar lighting into a preparedness
plan at a very low initial cost. For example, simple solar lights atop
garden stakes can be used as emergency lighting indoors. Small solar
chargers can be used to juice up rechargeable AA, C and D batteries used
in radios, flashlights and LED lamps and lanterns.
Maintaining a steady and reliable stream of news and information helps
keep you on top of changing situations and threats. Battery-powered
portable radios are fine, but consider buying one that can also be
powered by a hand-cranked dynamo. Many of these radios also have sockets
and adapters for recharging cell phones and may include a small LED
flashlight.
Other emergency power options include small wind- or water-powered
generators. If your location offers reliable winds or a well-watered
stream nearby, these generators can offer another viable alternative
energy source.
Emergency preparedness is more of a marathon than a foot race. This is
especially true when you’re considering setting up alternate sources of
power. Start small with rechargeable batteries, a well-maintained
generator and a few solar-powered devices and you won’t find yourself
sitting in the dark.
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