A Guide to Kayak Power Banks & Solar Panels
4th Oct 2024
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Intro to Power Banks & Solar Panels on Kayaks
Being on the water in your kayak is unlike anything else; the pristine feeling of floating on the surface is hard to match. Oftentimes, the only thing that matters on the water is figuring out how to extend your trip even further, to avoid going back to shore so soon. With long days as the goal, we set out to develop a line of products to prolong your outings on the water allowing for greater exploration and adventure. With our power banks and solar panels, your newly electric kayak can be unleashed on the day giving you ultimate power to go where you want to go and stay out as long as you can manage. Never get stranded in the middle of a lake again! Discover first hand what can be accomplished with extra power, compliments of power banks and solar panels.
Understanding Power Banks and Solar Panels
When you add power banks and/or solar panels to your kayak, you’re bringing with you a ton more power than before. Power banks are just large rechargeable batteries that can provide another pack of juice to your motor. These banks can be charged prematurely or on the spot if you have the accessories to do that. One of said accessories is solar panels. We’ve partnered with Bixpy who has produced a set of solar panels that can go on the move with you, allowing you to set up to charge even in the middle of a lake. When combined, power banks and solar panels completely revolutionize the amount of energy on board your kayak allowing you to reach new distances and try new adventures.
Close Look at Power Banks
When it comes to picking your power bank, most of the decision comes around the voltage capacity of your device. The most popular power bank Bixpy produces is the 12V option, which is extremely versatile. Not only can you utilize this battery to recharge an electric kayak motor, but you can also easily charge phones or other devices with the USB connection. Taking only 4 hours to fully wall charge this 12V power bank, having extra energy on board for your day on the water has never been easier.
Close Look at Solar Panels
Creating solar panels for a kayak wasn’t an easy proposition for Bixpy. 3 things needed to be achieved: the solar panels need to be waterproof, transport/setup easy, and work effectively. That’s precisely what was produced; the SUN45 panels fold up for easy transporting without sacrificing the important square footage needed on solar panels to achieve power from the sun. These waterproof panels can provide your power bank and electric motor with a new jolt of energy to get moving again.
Best Power Banks and Solar Panels in the Market
For the best results with your power banks and solar panels, buying them together can ensure compatibility. Bixpy offers a bundle for just that, add the most popular 12V Power Bank with the famed SUN45 panels. Designed to work together, this pair is seamless on the water. Charging the power bank only takes 4 hours on the solar panels, the same time it takes to recharge on a wall outlet! From there, the power bank can put out both 12 volt and 5 volt channels to power your kayak, phone, and any other device you have on board. Combined, your power is nearly unlimited even while in the middle of a lake.
Installation Tips for Your Kayak Power Banks and Solar Panels
Finding space on a kayak isn’t always the easier proposition. However, certain kayak options, like the Flip-Kat® in particular, were designed with extra room and extra mounts in mind. Bixpy offers a series of mounts that you could potentially utilize to secure your power bank and solar panels aboard. These mounts can double in functionality; not only are they securing your power banks and solar panels to the kayak, but they can also mount your devices in convenient places to maintain full functionality for the user.
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Best Practices for Optimizing Your Power Bank
Best practices for using a power bank involve some preplanning. Showing up with a fully charged battery from home is a great way to start. From there, having a backup battery, also fully charged, can drastically increase the power you have on board. Don’t wait too long to break out the solar panels either. Especially if you have more than one power bank on board, charging one bank while the other is in use is a great way to ensure you always have some charge on board to keep moving. Finding mounts for your banks and panels can be crucial as well for maximum functionality. Keep your panels out of the water while finding the perfect angle to soak up the sun with a solar panel mount.
Conclusion
No matter if you’re fishing, exploring, or just cruising, having extra power aboard to make sure your kayak can reach all destinations is a great addition to any kayak outfit. Getting virtually unlimited power on a lake has become easier than ever before with Bixpy’s line of power banks and solar panels. Not only can you bring waterproof batteries aboard your kayak now that can charge an electric motor and your phone, but you can charge said power banks with Bixpy’s line of waterproof solar panels as well. Combined, there is nothing but time that can stop you from riding to new places, fishing new coves, and having new experiences on the water. Stop waiting and discover what it feels like to be truly unleashed on the water with a power bank and solar panels for your Flip-Kat® sportsmen’s kayak.
