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Frugal and Energy Efficient Living

Starboard Tack

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2. Lots of choices out there.

Reply to Robb (Original post)

Sat Nov 3, 2012, 04:33 PM

Nov 2012

For flashlights, I keep one or two hybrids around. They have their built-in own solar charger and also have regular AA batteries. Fot cell phones, MP3 players and ipads, there are all kinds of hybrid chargers out there. Best get one with a built-in battery for emergencies.

This one looks like a great buy and is on sale for about $27
Opteka BP-SC4000 Ultra Thin Solar Powered High Capacity (4000mAh) Backup Battery and Charger for Cell Phones, iPhone, iPod, and Most USB Powered Devices
http://www.amazon.com/Opteka-BP-SC4000-Powered-Capacity-4000mAh/dp/B005ZSVZRY/ref=pd_sim_sbs_sg_6

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Solar charger for batteries and phones? [View all] Robb Nov 2012 OP

We live almost exclusive off of solar. We have very large panels to run our home and charge cbayer Nov 2012 #1

Lots of choices out there. Starboard Tack Nov 2012 #2

I am not sure what would break the bank for you, Curmudgeoness Nov 2012 #3

look in sporting goods stores. mopinko Nov 2012 #4