The solar blanket would work so well with our camping setup in the patrol. We regularly have the roof rack loaded with swag etc (so a fixed won’t suit) and tend to park up at a campsite for a couple of nights. The blanket would work great to keep our deep cycle topped up for a few days running the fridge and camp lights. Great informative video!

We’re always limited as to how long we can stay at one spot before we run up of power so this solar blanket would be awesome. Perfect for when you just need a few more nights 👍

Owning a Jimny, space is everything. The portable solar blanket is the perfect low volume solution for my packing room in the back.

Shauno, the hints and tips I get from these vids have finally pushed us to lock in our tour dates for the family and I to do a 6month stint next year. Happy days!! Keep ‘em up!

Solar Panel on Roofrack is the way I went, as I have awning for shade, so my vehicle can sit out in the sun with no worries! I do admit that one of them foldable solar blankets would be good if youre camping under trees and if you have a long enough lead with ando plugs you can still locate sun close by! My Solar Panel is connected direct to my Ecoflow, haven't needed a DC/DC charger as yet!

@LokiMelb

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My dad has 10m lead for his folding setup handy for chasing the Sun

@LukeB83

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How are you finding the EcoFlow? Tossing up between them and Bluetti

Sorry guys, couldn't finish watching because my battery went flat. Could do with a redarc blanket... :p

Explained it perfectly Shauno! Me, my wife and 2yr old daughter are doing our first ever big road trip up to the cape this June/July. Many years of dreaming, finally doing it!

I’m a 3rd year chippy and I’m starting to build one of my toolboxes into a charging station for all the gear. One of these solar blankets would just top it off perfectly for work and for keeping the beers cold on the tracks! I’ve got an Engel battery box at the moment, but I’m working on a more permanent solution. Watching 4wd24/7 after all these years have really taught me so much about my set up! Thanks legends!

worth mentioning the watt density of each of the options, generally the rigid fixed panels have the highest watt density, then portable folding panels, then solar blankets.

@4WD247

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Great point mate! 💡

@bringbacktheoldnormal1614

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@@4WD247 I do a lot of off grid camp I find the blankets panels are not as effective as the Rigid fixed panels.

@daveb1635

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Hi Shane. Really live your videos. I go camping sometimes. I can’t seem to keep my battery charge. The blanket would fix my problem if I could afford it. thanks for the info. Dave.

@gretenrj

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Also worth mentioning that not all Solar blankets are created equal. He is demonstrating RedArc blankets which are high end panels. Lots of people can't afford them, so they will opt for a cheaper one and find out it struggles to reach its rated wattage. For a low end budget, you are much better off with a fixed panel in my experience

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@jonolikesHiluxes

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woo!!

This would be the cherry on top of my new duel battery set-up. The solar part has been confusing the hell out of me, and this video has helped me narrow down the decision on what to get. Our first 4x4 adventure to lawn hill then to the Cape is only a few months away, and this solar panel will definitely be seriously tested for the 8 weeks of camping

I’ve been searching at many different types of solar panels and couldn’t make my mind of what to pick. Now with that information that you shared i can get a better understanding of what I will want. Thanks mate 🍻🍻

Just when I was looking at what type of solar panel would suite my needs I came across this. Just what I needed. Thank you

Hi Shane, my tiny home was wiped out in Cyclone Gabriella now I'm living out of my vehicle so a portable solar panel would be an absolute lifechanger. Love all you boys you're bunch of legends.

I just bought a battery box for our next camping trip. It's my first time to use this and just planning to charge it at home and bring it to camp. A solar blanket is a good choice for charging my battery box while on the campsite. Your videos helps a lot for me. Cheers.

Just bought an offroad camper trailer and I think this would be a perfect solar blanket for our setup with three kids they chew through the battery power when at camp, thank you very informative.

Thanks for a comprehensive & detailed info about portable solar setups! We just got a 2nd hand suv that came with an auxiliary battery. We got a portable fridge for this & it’s been working well but only for a few nights of camping. A portable solar blanket would definitely help keep our battery charged so we can have longer camping nights.

Just started 4w4 myself and looking to finally travel and complete the big lap. Super keen to see what our beautiful country has to offer

My partner loves his cruiser and solar is something he has been talking about for some time. I thought it would be a great suprise to sort out a solar solution for him to tackle both his daily use and those trips away. Now, I know zilch about this sort of thing and that's how I found your video! Please help me make my man's cruiser dreams come true haha. Thanks for stellar advice on solar options! Super helpful!

Have just got our first 4x4 Ute and our new battery set up. Finally starting our off road adventures and haven't got the solar system sussed yet. Definitely say you guys have motivated us to get out there. Vids are awesomekeep it up.

Grahams off grid eps have us inspired to take the van further than our usual caravan parks. The PWM controller and 110w fixed panel in the van could do with updating. Great vid as always, guys.

Building gear up prior to buying my first 4x4 is my answer to buying something decent, hence why this solar blanket would be amazing! Awesome vid like always!

As a suzuki driver I dont have much space at all. I just installed a dual battery isolator and looking at getting a solar panel/blanked. This video has helped me a lot to decide on what to get. Thanks Shauno!

Thanks for this video! Will know which way to go now for new build.

I'm a month away from doing the big lap haven't been able to decide if I wanted fixed panel or a portable panel but after seeing this video I think I'm going to have to get a portable one. Great video, I'm glad I saw this before I headed away.

just started my 4wd and camping build in my landcruiser (go the YOTAS). First was my 12v set up and the solar blanket would complete my 12v system to keep my beers cold and kids happy on our long camping trips. We utilise out roof top for all of our camping gear so no space for a fixed panel. Having this blanket paired with my Redarc DCDC would give me the best peace of mind that my deep cycle is always being topped up. Another great video Shaun thanks for all the info.

With a growing family and even more limited space camping for more the 2 or 3 days is becoming harder and harder. A solar blanket would be incredible and would help us stay bush for longer doing what we love. Love the show and love RedArc thanks crew!

I recently bought and done up our first camper trailer. Thanks for the video as my next project will be Solar for it

Awesome video that helps figure out what solar setup to choose. After years of dealing with a major medical condition we are finally able to travel more than an hour from hospital and head out bush. Getting a camper trailer within the month after an almost 18 month wait and finally ready for some incredible trips away. A solar blanket would definitely help us head away more remote and for longer.

Watching your KZread channel has definitely inspired me to get my first 4wd and get out there and explore our great country. Have recently fitted Ute with 12v and run a fridge on the jobsite. As mentioned in your vid, I have a short commute and struggle to keep battery charged so am definitely in need of solar.

Great video guys & it has come at the right time. My son rang me this morning & asked what type of solar panel would suit his Ute with a rooftop tent, he is just setting up his unit. I forwarded the link to this video so he can make the right choice when purchasing a solar panel. Thanks for a indepth insight into solar & for making my job easier. Cheers.

Heading out on our first ‘off grid’ trip in April, definitely need a solar blanket to get me started. Thanks guys great vid 👍

Definitely in need of a solar blanket to keep charge up to the camper. I always try to park in the shade so a blanket makes perfect sense!

Great video as always guys. A solar blanket would be a perfect addition to my set up. As a pro photographer, I'm always making sure I've got those camera batteries charged to take amazing shots of this incredible country of ours. Cheers!

We have recently purchased a 4x4 and are wanting to get out into nature more. This solar blanket would certainly help us out with keeping things running - perhaps even help us get our 3 month Olds bottles nice and warm 😊

Definitely looking at the folding panel now. Thanks for the detailed Vid Shauno.

Honestly the solar blanket will be awesome for my set up, setting up the ranger has been slow going due to funds, but being able to keep my batteries topped up on my solo tours will work a treat. Thanks for the video Shauno, this has definitely helped me when Im finally able to afford solar charging, love your work.

My partner and I have just added a new addition to our family he is five months old currently and cant wait to take the family on some good camping trips to make memories and traditions as being new and young parents it’s hard to spend a lot of money on certain items but this would make a great addition to my setup as it’s in its processes, would be awesome for a fridge to keep all kids food and our food nice and cool. Cheers graham , Shauno and the team at 4WD 24/7.

I just bought my first 4x4 after being inspired by you guys! The solar blanket would help me heaps in starting to set up my rig!

Another great comparison video guys! The REDARC SOLAR MONOCRYSTALLINE SOLAR BLANKET would be a great addition to my weekend camper van. It will provide peace of mind that I’ll always have cold beverages and fresh food available, as well as keeping my phone charged to keep my family in the loop and take plenty of action videos.

I have just recently bought a second hand Ranger that I want to setup for camping as a first timer your videos are giving ideas of what I need and a Solar Blanket would be great to help me get this 4WD camper setup. Thanks for your help guys

Cheers for the video as always. We have a 9 month old son that we love to take camping and a new solar blanket would help us keep all his things charged and keep out there making the memories together.

First time 4WDer building my setup as we speak. Will end up going the rigid panel when I get my alloy canopy long way down the track but a cheeky solar blanket would suit my rig nicely 👌. Keep up the good work lads, been binging your channel, soaking up all the info I can. 👍

Just getting set up again after my last set up died this will be great for a new start

Just picked up a new ute for work and want to slowly set it up to be able to go off grid as well. As solar blanket would be the perfect addition to the start of something great! Love watching the videos and have done so for many years now

Fantastic source of information. Currently setting up our car and Caravan that a portable solar panel would be a great addition

I’ve been working through all the pros and cons of a 12v system and solar is a big part of that. I think you have convinced me that a blanket is the go. To win one would definitely get me on my way big time.

I been putting up with my 7 years old Kings 160w blanket for too long and suffering from hot beers since it’s just not keeping up and has faded on efficiency. At first actually it was pretty bloody good for the price and was great. Been looking around and have settled on the Redarc 300w blanket and currently saving up for it and trying to get the ok of the missus 😍.

New to the 4wd scene and a got plenty of travel planned and a solar blanket will help keep me off grid 🎉

Loving the mullet Shauno! Needing a set up for our fixer upper camper. Would be a perfect set up for what we’re wanting for family trips away! Love how versatile it it can be in both use and storing away.

My partner and I have just started kitting out our Y62, we are currently working on our 12v set up and this solar blanket would be the perfect addition to keep our batteries charged!

Good advice on cleaning the panels. Cleaned dust off min and gained 10w.

Perfect timing mate. I’m just starting my touring journey especially the 12v solar. I’m sold on the blanket based on convenience for example roof rack space and pack away size. I’m gunning for the 59L MyCoolman dual zone fridge. Thanks so much for the info Shauno. Keep up the great work. 🙏 11:39

I like the look of that blanket. I'd prefer the red one, but the black one will certainly do the job!

Nice work Shauno! Doing my first Cape trip in August this year and have been considering solar to complement my 12v system.

Just bought my first lithium batteries and stumped on what to go with for charging them up thanks for the vital information from someone who does this for a living on ya 4wd 24/7 crew hope I'm the lucky one but that's like winning the lotto 🤙🏻 keep up the awesome info for set ups definitely helped me a tonne

This video was a bloody treat , last weekend i got the boys around built out the back of the 105 with some form ply to make a spot for everything and put in a dual battery and control panel , i’m thinking of going a solar panel to keep the fridge cold and the good times coming cheers for the video legends 🍻🍻

Started planning my trip around Australia so this would come in handy. Thanks for the tips

Fantastic video!! new to rooftop tent camping in Canada and I found this extremely helpful!

I recently had the redarc bcdc40 system fitted to my 200, my next move after some handy tips from Shauno is a solar blanket over the hard suit case style. Thanx and keep up the good work. 👍🏼

Great vid Shauno. Going from East to West trip next year. Solar is going to be a big part of the trip. Great info! Thanks.

So many things to think about to work out what will work. We have a small roof top panel at the moment but it not big enough to last more than two to three days so a solar blanket would be a great addition to our system. Plus it folds into a small package so it is easy to store.

Taking the fam on a 6 week trip from Perth to the Victorian high country, this video came up just as I was looking for which way to go with solar. Solar blanket looks like the way to go. Cheers lads

Just started kitting out my Gu patrol and planning on getting a 12v system soon and having a solar blanket would be great for how my setup is and how I use it. Love the channel guys, given me heaps of inspiration and wanting to hit the tracks👍

Great this video pops up right when im lookingvat options . Winning would solve that problem.

I am new to all this 4x4ing stuff and really appreciate these kinds of videos. I have always wanted a solar blanket as I believe these are the best of both worlds. Charges the Ute when not driving, but pack away nice and small when driving! I just don’t have the $$$ to splash out, but if your keep to help a bloke out, I’d be eternally grateful! Please keep up the awesome work! 👍🏻👊🏻👌🏻

Thanks Shauno! Am learning so much from your channel. I’m just starting to set up my rig and buy some things, so to score some solar right now would be pretty awesome. I’m also learning just how much you boys have to re-adjust your rigs on camera... and I don’t mean your cars! That would be a whole funny video on its own!

Great video Shauno! A solar blanket would be a great addition to my camping collection helping my family to go camping a few days longer than we’re used to

Now with a new addition to our family (baby boy currently 4 weeks old) being a family of 4 (4yo son as well), we are constantly are having to use electrical devices not only to keep the 4yo old entertained but we need to use power to create bottles for our 1 month old and my old Fleabay special 120w solar panel struggle to put the power back into my 12v system to get our power supply topped up and everyone happy and healthy……. So yeah, a better quality higher wattage solar panel would be greatly accepted for our off grid adventures!

The good lady is very open to doing more remote camping in the camper trailer and I would really love to make life even more comfortable with solar blanket set up so we can stay that little bit longer. Win win I say 😊

Even though I have a fixed panel on my 80series, I always try to park in the shade and can't get the most out of it. A portable set up I could put in sun would help me stay longer and enjoy more. Keeping the missus and kids happy. Got a 280ah lithium powering everything including induction cooktop. So need to recharge asap every day.. keep this awesome content coming.

I just bought my first 4x4 and are starting to set it up and dam that would help

This solar blanket would sure help keep me fridge running nice an cool

I’ve had a solar blanket for years. It’s def got tired and i need a new one; but it has worked brilliant for my needs.

We are running a smaller setup and have an cheap old blanket that only puts in an amp or 2 lol. It's good if only at camp for a couple of days. But a redarc one would be insane! Thanks for the opportunity

Gonna be getting into 4x4 real soon and a solar blanket will be a great start to kick off the build.

Have a camp trailer and would love a solar blanket for space and not fixed!! Keep up the great work guys!!

I have a basic 12v set up so a solar blanket would be a great addition to my set up, will definitely help keep the boys lunches and drinks cold at work. Luv the vids guys, cheers.

There is a few of us heading to Frazer island at the end of the year and this solar panel will work like a treat. I always enjoy your videos and looking forward to seeing Frazer. Thanks mate. Really appreciate it Steve

I’d love the solar blanket as I just got myself a new rig and now the build begins. Would be a handy thing to tick off the bucket list for the 12v🤟

The redarc solar blanket would be unreal for my 94 hilux surf for the small trips away when I'm not bringing the diy camper trailer. Love your work boys 🍻🤙

The solar blanket would work so well with our camping setup in the patrol. We regularly have the roof rack loaded with swag etc (so a fixed won’t suit) and tend to park up at a campsite for a couple of nights. The blanket would work great to keep our deep cycle topped up for a few days running the fridge and camp lights.

Started looking for solar blankets this past weekend. Perfect timing with the giveaway lads. Nice knowing I don’t have to buy one now.

I’ve seen looking for a decent solar panel for off-roading and camping and that would be perfect to charge our fridge, converter, batteries and so on. This option also looks great for the limited space in our 4wd would love to have it cheers for helping everyone out by showing them the differences👍

I used to get away without a solar blanket to charge my portable battery, but I definitely need one now that the family are coming along more frequently and our power needs are higher.

I'd love a folding solar blanket. Just got myself a camper trailer and want to do some 4wd trips without the trailer so a portable solar blanket would be perfect. Love the show. Shauno, ur a champ.

Love the information as always, a redarc blanket would definitely help me stay out longer in my camper trailer!!

Great info guys!! The addition of a solar blanket to my set up would help me power the fridge and camp lights for the kids and fur kids up the Turon River camping

Would be an awesome addition to the family’s camping setup

Hey shauno I love the idea of a solar blanket! I’m an apprentice chippy and think this would be the perfect solution for keeping the drinks cold on these summer days 😅. Video was super helpful also. Absolute legend 🤙🏽 thanks

Have a solid panel now but nowhere to fix. As we don’t go out as often a soar blanket would be perfect! Thanks for all the great advice! Certainly helps when starting out for the first time!

I live on the the road travelling full-time in fnq can be very hot parking in the sun . I redarc solar blanket would allow me to park in the shade . Thank you for all the information. Keepin it simple Keepin it real

Thanks, Shauno, I need a solar blanket as I have just brought myself an MY CoolMan fridge, thanks mate

Great Video Shauno .. we have an off-road camper, and l fixed a solar panel to the rack on top! So when setting up camp l need to be mindful of the direction/angle of the camper to catch the sun. A portable solar panel would be perfect to grab the sun for the full day .. cheers 🍻

Hey Shauno, the family and I have just purchased out first camper trailer and the solar blanket would work perfect for out small 12v setup. Cant wait to get the kids out and about in the bush!

I was just LITERALLY about to get one from kings for my camping setup and daily work. Let's hold it. May be this one is on my way👍

Thanks for this guide! Why I would love to win this solar blanket: My girlfriend and I just bought our first shared vehicle: A 1986 VW T3. We are so proud of it, even though it is currently in her parents shed being converted into a super cool off-grid long-term cruiser/overlander. However, we are working on a tight budget so we havent really figured out what to do with the electrical system yet. This blanket would definitely run the small electrical ice box I found somewhere for free and provide such a great basis for the rest of the system :)

Awesome comparison vid guys. I now know a lot more than I did before I started watching. Would absolutely love a portable solar blanket! I’ve got an old fridge that chews the juice like a madman, it’s fine on the road but I’ve got to disconnect her and store some ice in it to keep her cool when we stop for a extended period. I’m always worried I’m going to need a jump start to get going again!!!

A solar blanket would be a great asset to my little setup, in keeping the battery topped up in the trailer when it's not being used or keeping everything charged when I'm out & about. Keep up the good work 😃👍

I’m sick of doing the mad dash around the campsite to make sure all my devices are running. With this blanket I can kick back and enjoy a cold one while enjoying what this great land has to offer.