Solar powered charging solution for $30!

[Fire N Ice]

Just noticed this little gem in an article at maximumpc.com. Man I love technology

 

[Slighter]

Great price on the solbat but then I'll need an epaulet holster. Just when I think I have everything I need.............

 

[Guineahill]

That is pretty neat. Wonder how long it takes to charge?

 

[Fire N Ice]

according to the instruction manual, about 4-5 days for a full charge (yikes!). but it does include a usb cord for charging (around 5 hours). personally i think this would be a good alternative to a car charger as you'll free up the DC charging plug for other things.

 

[sheep]

I'm looking for a solar powered charging solution for my upcoming kayak expeditions this summer. At the end of the day I may just go for a mod and a bag of batteries though.