Solar panel on handlebar bag
I need very little energy to get my electronics going when touring (less than 1Wh/day). So I'll look into solar.
The plan would be to stick a small panel (2W? 4W?), perhaps as small as those found on garden lights, on top of my handlebar bag (Ortlieb Ultimate 6). I haven't figured this thing yet. As there could be expertise here : (1) I assume removable (velcro?), but perhaps a permanent panel is a better solution. (2) What's the best way to run the cable; (3) The usual recommendation is to charge a battery rather than a device such as a phone, to deal with current fluctuation. Does it apply even if the device is turned off? The plan would be to trickle charge my phone, set to off, and to recharge my watch from the phone when needed (4) Are all panels just the same (i.e. just a few manufacturers yet tons of retail brands). If not, which is best and why?
Last edited by gauvins; 09-20-21 at 06:59 AM.