BougeRV Yuma 200w CIGS "Indestructible" Flexible Solar Panel

[@HOBOTECH]

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[@ThePrinceOfParaphernalia]

Will you sell the one you shot holes in?

[@NavyAssassinOnBLAST]

​@@ThePrinceOfParaphernalia😂😂😂

[@terryrodbourn2793]

If you really think about it this perfect for teardrop RVs!

[@slipperyslope3912]

This is the best solar panel video I've ever watched. Every panel should be destruction tested like this. Man thank you so much.

[@damonried1720]

Bravo CIGS 'Bullet Proof' solar panels!! Also loved your real-world campsite test facility.

[@monteself6826]

you can make a Vest out of them ! lol

[@DeFiDuke]

bullet proof baby@@monteself6826

[@adventuretrails1ato]

I have the 100 watt Yuma on my Toyota Sequoia! Had it for close to a year. Very happy. Still puts out power even in the shade.

[@BigD-k4p]

Doctor Hobo ( assuming you have an advanced degree) Love the review. I have 600 watts of Yuma on my camper roof. Fit perfectly, glued right down. All for around 20 lbs. So these are are perfect for weight conscious slide in campers! I walk on them only when I have to, so far no probem. I wouldnt have had solar on my camper except for these panels. Screwing into fiberglass top and and all the extra weight, wind resistance, make glass not useable for me.

[@ozmanfidaar6311]

Correction, it's Professor Hobo... 😆

[@Andrew-jm4tp]

Shooting and off grid power: I think your audience will like this content.

[@julianwilkerson7744]

What amazing technology for a flex panel. I know exactly what flex panels I'm going to put on my camper now. Thanks for doing all the thorough testing for us!

[@oldgoat8861]

I joke below partially through your video......but.....THATS AN OUTSTANDING PANEL !!!! For me a camp panel in the woods getting small limbs and leaves falling on it. On my boat, I live in snow country......this is really more versatile and easy install. I really like it !!!!!

[@ES-vt4zn]

Finally a solar panel for my submarine

[@ellesnyder942]

Thanks! I ordered 2 200w cig yuma panels from bougerv using your code and got an additional $261.79 off their sale price 😀. Then I won the money back on a slot machine the same day (my birthday lol.)

[@YouTalkinToMeBro]

Cool! These should work for the F-35 I found in my back yard. Best solar panel torture test video ever!!

[@PWoods-cd6tk]

Efficiency esmishency, 165 and 170 whatever watts is great laying down flat when the sun is at a tilt. 60 to 85 w is what my 100-watt glass panels make during prime hours on any of my systems. I have a 100 watt portable panel that makes 65 at the most, so this is pretty damn good.

[@goldgeologist5320]

I have a 160 watt CIGS mounted to the roof of my Prius for years. I has never generated 160w! But working fine.

[@pmsheridan1492]

By far the most thorough solar panel review I've watched 😄. Awesome!👍 This an excellent channel. Thanks!

[@al_x_ander]

This is the content we need.

[@GroovyVideo2]

ive been using CIGS panels like those daily for 4 years - Very Good - Rugged - had cows walk on them several times - zero problem

[@stphns1737]

Super helpful video and discount code! I still have my Renogy glass panel going strong on my roof from following your installation instructions from years ago. But I want this new panel! You rock. Thank you for the science.

[@thomasklein4265]

This was a impressive video, I bought a Montek Waterproof Solar Generator a few years ago on your recommendation when you put it thru a torture test, and I think I'm going to buy a Yuma CIGS to pair up with it. Thanks Hobotech.

[@flat-cap]

I own two of the 100 watt flexible adhesive backed BougeRV Solar Panels. One is glued on top of the cab of my Roadtrek 200 Class B+, GM 3500 series. It works well, stays in place, very light weight and strong. I am budgeting to buy more. Worth every cent. Have removed standard hard frame solar panels and installed a roof A/C for stays at places with shore power. My goal is too get more BougeRV sticky back solar and put as many as I can on the roof of my Roadtrek. Using Ecoflow Wave-2 as a boondocking A/C at night and so far things are good. Many Thanks to HoboTech for all the very informative presentations.

[@carolmaplesden916]

been watching your channel since I think at least 5 years gotta say this ranks right up there Pretty good one Hobo 👍

[@frankcanha]

Still loving the intro comeback. No one else has such a cool intro! 😎👍

[@tikkin11]

I vote for a graphic of HOBO blastin' & draggin' a helpless panel.

[@diywarren1776]

This design sounds great. Even suited to true winter conditions where you might have to scrape/chip ice off of them

[@invisibilianone6288]

You did an OVER-THE-TOP testing presentation ⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡😎☕☕ Love it😁1,000%

[@mattweimer5067]

I have two 100w on my truck roof, they're awesome!

[@JeremiahTownsend]

Fantastic product. Wow! Once the industry adapts this technology and the price drops, it’s going to be the go-to foldable panel for consumers.

[@michaelmendez5600]

I really like this review, I wish you had ran some water on it after you walked on it to see if the five watts returned. I enjoy all your videos.

[@__WJK__]

Also wish he would have wiped the dust off (from his foot prints) to see of that recovered any watts!?

[@greensavant2573]

Great review. I agree with it all, and just installed this panel on my Toy micro-mini. It replaced a 90w German adhesive panel that lasted 8 years. I did not want to put holes in my 30 yo roof, nor add the weight and wind resistance to the struggling 3.0l engine! CAUTION! BoughRV has many pics and figures showing this panel being bent inwards and outwards, yet, hidden in their manual, is a warning to only bend with the cells on the outside! I would tell them, but I have given up trying to communicate with their Customer Support. I finally told myself to never buy another product from them, however, this panel is the absolute best out there. Renogy makes one, but it is lower wattage, and costs even more. BUY THEM BEFORE THE PRICE GOES UP! THEY DON'T HAVE COMPETITION!

[@Cabernet2000]

I could Velcro or put snaps on rig. Be portable with them and attach when needed. That way I can use them on multiple vehicles to go. I’m thinking about the utility of these since they are not fragile.

[@shelley131]

Now I wish I had not purchased the EcoFlow Bifacial panels during Prime time sale, not that they don't perform but for the first time I love the Yuma more than any other panels I own. As always great info and video.

[@skye1212]

Wonder about heat buildup with no space or air under the panel.

[@ThaDru]

The CIGS panels are also extremely heat tolerant, so you don't need to use an insulation layer underneath them like you need to do with silicon monochrystaline flex panels. The manufacturer also says it is unnecessary to put the insulation layer between the panel and the roof. I have two 100 watt CIGS panels and I haven't found any issues with heat affecting them. I really love mine and have been very impressed by their performance, especially in low/diffuse light and partially shaded situations. I've had days of solid heavy rain and clouds and still generated a fair amount of power.

[@zevindd]

I feel like the "crazy experiments" skipped a few levels. I totally approve!

[@davecroft2991]

28% dang!!!! Thanks Professor, you are simply the most fun. Keeping rockin in the free world dude

[@cgillit]

My understanding is that the materials for a CIGS actually costs less than a typical mono/glass panel, but they just haven't gotten the same efficiencies of scale through mass production because it's not a widely used and adopted technology yet on the market. My hope is once the demand ramps up on these things and more venders come into the market with similar technology, we can start getting some efficiencies of scale and drive down the price.

[@EnjoybotLiFePO4Battery]

Professor Hobo. Professional review as always. Awesome! :D

[@DeFiDuke]

that is a cool graphic!! love these panels!! can't believe there's really no competition yet!

[@RonHarrisMe]

Probably one of the best demonstrations I have seen for ANY solar panel. About the price. Yes, the cost is important, but not more important than the VALUE. When they say, get the best you can afford, THIS is what they are talking about. That was a lot of abuse that solar panel took, and still worked almost like new. Add in the very long warranty, it's value for the money you are spending. If you can't afford THIS today, it is something I would personally save up for. One other way to look at it. If it lasts HALF its warranty time, 5 years, what is your REAL monthly cost? I am rarely impressed by a product, but dang, Hobo really put some hurting on those panels, and they just shrugged it off. Amazing.

[@HOBOTECH]

I couldn't have said it better myself...

[@davecroft2991]

I pulled the trigger and bought one. Thank you professor

[@johnnysweekends]

These panels continue to impress, when doing my shade tests against renogy panels I was blown away. Now will they last will see in my update soon

[@__WJK__]

Can't wait to see the results... the more testing from the testing communtiy, the better!

[@shawnbryant60]

It's a good way to go, take in mind a tree branch, and how big, but that's the best panel yet!

[@mrp55net]

As mentioned earlier, I'd like to see if the CIGS panel takes a water-resistance hit if it goes through the gravel drag and foot tread tests presented in the video. Bullet holes are optional :)

[@boyswithtoys1127]

After watching dozens of your videos and always learning, I can finally give you some advice. Dont jam the trigger on your beretta 92. Look for the sear reset then gently pull the trigger. it will improve your shooting a lot.

[@robertthompson5084]

I had to ditch my 92FS.. That double/single action trigger was something I couldn't get used to. I need consistent trigger pull weight.

[@nofunsir]

Hi there, can you speak to the adhesion of the tape? I'm thinking of sticking some compact 100W ones to my tab 400 (smooth painted aluminum roof). Easy/hard to remove? Why no tape along bottom edge? Is the tape 3M or some off-brand that might weaken with cold/hot weather cycles? Any other observations?

[@beginning-reloading]

So glad I came across this video. I have a beautiful 2007 Apache popup camper and my original plan was to install 400 watts of solar. I have 2 x 200 watt regular panels at 27 lbs each. My camper uses a Heco crank system so added weight puts a strain on that system and makes it harder to raise my roof. I have struggled with what to do and these panels are the perfect solution! I'll sell the other panels and use your discount code to get 2 of the 200 watt panels with adhesive. I'm so freakin excited right now to know I've found a lightweight and even better solution than the original panels. Thanks Hobo! 👍

[@jaymedina3142]

I've been eyeing these for months!

[@privatepilot4064]

Sweet! This will be awesome on the roof of my Casita!

[@TheRdwyer]

You are my go to source for testing. I have watched the amateurs and usually mention you're more in depth tests. LOL.

[@vandela177]

Thanks Hobo, because of you I bought me a couple.

[@mickeybrumfield764]

Very much welcomed new solar technology. I think I figured out where all the gun shots were coming from.

[@jockspice]

When you say test, you mean TEST. Awesome stuff.

[@marilynrenaud1892]

I've been wondering about this panel... Fantastic review... Thank you! 👍😁

[@gonagain]

You did a really great review of a great product!

[@ozmanfidaar6311]

Just what Ive been looking for! I've been hesitant to pull the trigger on walkable solar panels for my ProMaster to complement a 400 Watts already installed. Now, I can have a bullet proof deck to enjoy.

[@marcfruchtman9473]

Super cool. It would have been an interesting event if the bullet split that main lead. heheh. Driving over it and watching it still work... that was amazing.

[@ItsEverythingElse]

Always amazed how much energy sunlight has.

[@stevenfaber3896]

Well someone knows how to recover from a poorly trending video...lol. GREAT testing HOBO! I love cigs specifically for the bypass diodes, I've thought of updating some other panels to do this to allow for shade tolerance.

[@litnoregrets7551]

I love the Cigs panels from BougeRV. I have the folding version and love it. I never did know how much abuse it could take until this video. Thank you for a great video. I loved that you shot it. Haha.

[@stevesjeep3383]

If Consumer Rpts and Myth Busters got mashed together in an alternate universe: Viola! Love the Bo-Tech revues!

[@somuchforforever]

Ordering just for the cap. That graphic is sick 😍😂

[@RL-sv9mo]

How would you install this on a sprinter van roof? The roof has ridges.

[@jamescabaniss5857]

I bought two CIGS about 5 months ago and it fixed a problem that could not be solved by any other type of panel. I have a very tall fiberglass roof on my Class B RV and I just did not want to mount glass panels on it due to it being already way to tall/high, fiberglass construction, round shaped, and very hard to get up there. Typical flexible panels just could not cut it due to their poor output and heat sensitivity. The 2 CIGS panels are amazing, produce WAY more than a flexible panel (I think more than glass too but not sure), they weigh very little, and add almost nothing to my van's height. And they were super easy to install.

[@tdapple1]

Beautiful Review! Above & Beyond the “Double Fisted” abuse. 😂. Thank you 🙏

[@captkfc236]

I didn’t see this one coming, guns,tech jargon, your American AF

[@SsDiBoi]

That’s insane hobo unbelievable

[@ellesnyder942]

Ahh- just what I was looking for! Thank you.

[@toddelfers]

Guns & Solar! My 2 favorite things ever! Love ❤️ it!

[@BRADH-xw8sw]

Welcome to Texas - Love it !

[@dominicferro9475]

Best test ever

[@jerrystark6766]

Incredible. Thanks for the video! 👍

[@NoLimitVanLife]

I ran over one with a truck and posted a video about it and here we are a year later it still works

[@ForWildsSake]

Awesome Review, just bought 2 of these for my roof top tent, can’t wait to install

[@mary1973tx]

second time I watch this video will have to save up for this its awesome 🙂

[@rogermurphy1548]

EXCELLENT review and test as usual!

[@Jasonoid]

I bet this video was super fun! Thanks for the 'extreme' testing! Haha (I wonder how it would handle a 12 gauge!? Haha)

[@ChrisDeLuca]

very nice... ordered me one .. thanks Hobo!

[@latergator3367]

Thanks HOBOTECH For the info on CIGS. I purchased a 200 w one for my RV on your say so. Now I have to figure out how to hook it up. Are the BougeRV Mppt controllers any good ?

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

We used to always say when vendors claimed it was idiot proof or unbreakable, let’s give it to some Army or Marine Privates for a couple hours and require them to use it, move it and set it up and break it down…..it will be broken pretty quick HAHA! That being said, these things sound awesome! It would be amazing to be able to order these by specific dimensions. I would love a solid one piece panel to cover my RV roof

[@TomBTerrific]

Im liking the direction solar panels are going. As manufacturing processes evolve efficiency will increase and prices should reduce.

[@stephenreese5921]

Removal should be exactly like removing a car badge. Use a fishing line along with alcohol or heat and pass it under the glue surface. Any YT video on badge removal will show you how!

[@mrgringo7289]

Amazing tech, very cool stuff, expensive but expected for what you get.

[@robinwilson8435]

I would be curious how it performs over time. 100 watt flexible folding panels I have had degraded over 50% in just a year's time, yielding less than 50 watts of input, often significantly less. Wondering if my experience is common.

[@Acestes.]

GLAD FOR THE REVIEW, I'VE BEEN THINKING ABOUT BUYING THESE FOR MY VAN, NOW I AM SOLD!!!

[@SeauT]

Awesome! Great report. I want some for my new rig!

[@donaldfrazier5244]

I’m in the North West so this is going to be on my list!

[@fscottgray9784]

I bought 2 of the 100 watt compact CIGS panels for my RTT install. I am going to be using them to charge a AC180 Bluetti. I found I could easily install 3 of these on the top of the tent but if I wire them in series I would exceed the allowed input voltage or if I wired 3 in parallel I would exceed allowed amperage. I guess 2 will be fine. I wish Bouge RV would sell a kit for the adhesive tape so you could add it to panels that have the grommets. I ordered my panels with grommets and found now I would rather just use the adhesive method so I bought some 3M VHB tape to add to the panels. I got this Idea from Hobotech after watching his previous install on his solar panels using this.

[@jimdaly5077]

Hi pretty much says it all, great video. 👍🐝🌞

[@tonang33]

Can you use it as a shade panel for a car windshield. This would allow for shading a car and charging a battery?

[@BougeRV]

Yes 😉Just make sure you will use the BougeRV YUMA solar panels with holes and put it on the outside of windshield. We also recommend for another controller to monitor the charging the car battery

[@tonang33]

@@BougeRV Thanks. I wanted to use the panel for long term use when my car is not being used. Keeping it outside my vehicle would mean it would probably get stolen. I appreciate your input

[@HOBOTECH]

Solar panels don't work behind UV glass.

[@Cabernet2000]

Please do the install video. Have a class A fiberglass roof so that will help in purchasing process.

[@__WJK__]

I second that suggestion!

[@lesliekahana202]

Harbor freight has a amorphous 100 watt panel not like that i dont believe but shade tolerant. Comes in 4 25 watt panels connected together or used separately. Fascinating

[@YNPBORN]

Love this video, Tom! Good job! Pew pew pew !

[@llo-4004]

This is my first time watching you and its a very nice video plus you are funny. I'm here for good.

[@elmerkilred159]

Dude! I totally want these!

[@waynegnarlie1]

I actually got notified within 1 hour.

[@Redbarret5]

Great video! Never knew about cigs panels

[@johnsutter8137]

I don't know when I have laughed as hard as I did when you pulled your gun out. Hilarious!

[@jaymedina3142]

Thus video just made you my FAVORITE KZbinr! 🔫🌞⚡

[@kevindavenport6204]

I decided that buying a panel that works after being damaged was a way better deal. I never reall thought about how fragile the other types of panels are.

[@raybo34]

Hobo throwing lead down range like a boss.

[@Bamabrute85]

I can just imagine the conversation he had with BougeRv... Can I shoot the sh*t out of it? 😂

[@Glocktard]

They should have been excited. Yes! Please do, we only have drill bits in China to simulate bullet holes 😂😮.

[@HOBOTECH]

Actually, I didn't tell them. I just said send me 2 for testing. 😆

[@iamjuiceman]

@@HOBOTECH But WOW did you do them a big favor by doing so! This review is going to create a lot of sales. Great Job! And yeah, do that water test on the abused panel. I don’t know what my bet would be on that, you?

[@russhancock78660]

Nice testing😊 You weren’t messing around