TOP 8 unusual gadgets for hiking

Solar panels

Photovoltaics has proven itself perfectly on long hikes, when batteries and rechargeable batteries may still not be enough. Portable panels can be integrated into electronic devices and objects (for example, there is a solar refrigerator, oven, table).
They can also be used as a stand-alone, portable fold-out module.
Photovoltaic panels work well with power banks to collect precious energy throughout the day. Sometimes the “buffer” battery is part of the solar module.

It should be borne in mind that the efficiency of solar charging is highly dependent on the weather, season and climatic zone. It can be very difficult to achieve the indicators indicated in the characteristics, especially if the panel is operated on the go (on a backpack, in a boat, or even on the back of a camel).