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Saturday, February 13, 2010

Survival Product (Solio)

I just came across this unique product online, and I am thinking about ordering one soon.  The Solio is a combination solar cell and lithium ion battery.  They come with a standard adapter that works on the iPhone and iPod, but other attachments can be ordered for just about any product.  GPS systems, Digital Cameras, PDAs, you name it, they have an adaptor for it.

This would be an awesome addition to any Bug Out Bag that carries electronic equipment.  A large stash of batteries is always a good thing to keep around, but when worse comes to worst and you have to shit and get, those batteries can be bulky and heavy.  A device like the Solio can replace all of that bulk and weight and allow you to recharge damn near anything while you are on the move.  Just spread out the three fan-like solar panels (classic and magnesium models), strap it to the top of your ruck and charge your electronics while you get out of dodge.

Solio has four different models, the Rocsta H100, the Mono, the Classic, and the Magnesium Edition.  (Shown below in the order listed) 

S326-b36t H1000 (tm) Universal Hybrid Solar Charger (gray)    Solio Mono Emergency Hybrid Solar Charger   Solio Classic Universal Hybrid Charger (White)   Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger

The price is pretty high when ordering direct from Solio store, and prices vary from from other suppliers, so shop around, or click the images above to order from Amazon. 

See you at Galt's Gulch!

2 comments:

theotherryan said...

I picked up a folding Bruton solar charger today. Got it mainly for batteries but the reviews said it works for radios and such also.

Sgt. Jarhead said...

I might have to look into one of those too. Still havent made my mind up on what I want to buy, but any kind of portable solar charger seems like a good idea.