DIY solar powered electric kayak (overview and demo)

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[@leova12587]

This panel can put out close to 100 watts kzbin.infoUgkxOqI2yqX0XVrhR2BMJciTWrHJpG8FhJyg when positioned in the appropriate southernly direction, tilted to the optimal angle for your latitude/date, and connected to a higher capacity device than a 500. The built in kickstand angle is a fixed at 50 degrees. Up to 20% more power can be output by selecting the actual date and latitude optimal angle.The 500 will only input 3.5A maximum at 18 volts for 63 watts. Some of the excess power from the panel can be fed into a USB battery bank, charged directly from the panel while also charging a 500. This will allow you to harvest as much as 63 + 15 = 78 watts.If this panel is used to charge a larger device, such as the power station, then its full output potential can be realized.

[@jasonmck7323]

What genuine nice guys , rare friendship between dad n son . The kayak is a credit to you both , nice job 👍🏼

[@micahsdad5388]

I am a lucky man with a great family. Thank you so much for your kind words. Micah and I have been building and tinkering since he was 3. He is a wonderful son. Working with him on this project was a joy and a blessing. Stay well.

[@Kelsdoggy]

Micah and his dad are 10/10 guys. Really decent people through and through.

[@micahsdad5388]

Many thanks for your comment. I am very proud of my son

[@OverlandOne]

Very well designed and executed. Your Dad is a smart man.

[@OneHonestGuy]

9:50 the folks in the background, "that home-made??" lol love it!

[@enjoyitwhileumoto]

Micah this is so cool! Love that you and your dad share hobbies and interests (well you're more than a hobbyist but I digress) in solar electric vehicles. This reminds me of playing gadgets with my dad growing up and I hope to pass some knowledge into my children too. Thanks for all your videos and work you out onto everything you do!

[@micahsdad5388]

Thanks for your comment. Micah and I have worked on projects ever since he could hold a wrench. Being out on the water with my son and my grandkids is fantastic.

[@leehouck7588]

this video just changed my life. can't wait to see more videos about how this is made

[@Shawbonez]

Love this build! I built a similar set up on my beach wagon. Converted a barbie jeep so the control is in the handle, and the deck holds over 100lbs easily. Two coolers, umbrellas, chairs, etc...Friends aren't sure whether to laugh or be impressed that I don't have to haul everything out the the sand by hand!! I even put lights on it for the night time! And the foot-well serves as a lockable compartment for valuables under the deck. Sure glad there are still guys out there that love using their minds to build useful stuff! This is AWESOME!!

[@IamG3X]

This is the content we like. You exploring unique tech. Innovative and new ideas especially diy Edit: this is something I would copy. The solar panel basically serves two purposes: providing power and sun cover. Man I wish I have a Hobie mirage kayak tho.

[@micahsdad5388]

Hobies are great Kayaks. I have been in many others and this is simply the best. Pricey, but great. This kayak is over 10 years old and has held up great with all the mods and many trips. Thanks for your comment.

[@davidwelch5186]

Check out fiberglass mold building on KZbin.. it’s not that hard.. I own a killer sit ont top 14’. I tricked my boats with out with pontoons, awning , view window, Duel 30 lb. motors. I think my boat looks better than most because of the flex panels and the bow nest where the border collie rides.

[@chrisdelapena1123]

Great long awaited update. Lovely family! I’m planning a similar build but will be using a PWM to be more efficient with power. Stock speed selector on the trolling motor limits the range of the power your battery pack can provide. Love the rig and thank you for sharing! Micah, maybe next project is to add a brushless motor on dad’s kayak.

[@paulanthonybridge5741]

Try out the new super effective toroidal propellers !

[@mattf1229]

I love the bungie cord steering stabilizer. Back in the old days of motorcycle racing, that was a hot tip to keep things straight.

[@rptrower]

Great video! I'm a bike and kayak buff and we have several lakes close to me that don't allow gas powered boats. Another great way to enjoy the outdoors!

[@StraightLineCycles]

It would be awesome to get one of those books on DIY solar power or the motorcycle, I shared this video to a couple of my friends they loved it

[@drmachinewerke1]

Sounds like your dad is telling you to spend 100 bucks for a panel. I say buy and install a panel for your dad.

[@nunjadamnbusiness]

I would have already ordered it for him.

[@micahsdad5388]

@@nunjadamnbusiness Thanks for your support !! But I'm good with the one panel. I think if I do decide to do an upgrade, I'll go with a more powerful panel for the rear canopy. There are some that claim 300 Watts.

[@zaydenluciano1124]

A trick: you can watch movies on kaldrostream. Me and my gf have been using them for watching a lot of movies these days.

[@braydenaidan655]

@Zayden Luciano definitely, been watching on kaldroStream for since november myself :)

[@toddolatheks.1328]

Awesome video great production. It’s just really wholesome to see family working together it’s just the coolest. Thanks 🙏

[@brockshilling2525]

Glad to see this kind of build out there for people to know what's possible! Time to look for a trolling motor myself

[@harleyrdr1]

“Warp Drive” “Flux Capacitor”? THAT’S GREAT! 🤣😂🤣🤣❤️

[@micahsdad5388]

Gotta have some fun, right? !!

[@johnlewis6880]

Thanks for a great video. I sailed my boat around the world and became very familiar with solar panes. Never thought to this idea. It would be much easier than dealing with an outboard when out at Catalina for a weekend. As always, thanks for providing all the details about sourcing.

[@robertsbushcraft]

I have in my possession two spare warp drives that come with a set of FOUR flux capacitors that I'll send to your father today for FREE! Those flux capacitors are hard to come by these days. I LOVE THIS SETUP and will be putting the knowledge shared here to good use on my kayak!

[@RichardStefanits]

"Warp Drive - Flux Capacitor" :D

[@EbikeSchool]

That's my dad! :-D

[@indypup2003]

@@EbikeSchool Nice dad!

[@spokehedz]

'photon input' Brilliant!

[@jrmorrisjr1471]

@@spokehedz I was looking for the "torpedo output" hehehehe

[@micahsdad5388]

Got to have some fun, right? People always smile when they see the labels.

[@pauljs75]

Second panel, and you could add a radio and/or extra utility power (charge phones or run a Peltier cooler for cold drinks, etc.) and some small fans for the passengers. More options than the range or faster performance that others have mentioned.

[@kameljoe21]

One should be able to add about 3 or so panels on it, this should provide enough power to not use the battery. Jaimie has made a lot of solar powered boats over the years you can check out his builds. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGjJnYVmhJKWpbc

[@oakey420]

That’s awesome! I’m looking forward to seeing the rest of the Honda Dream conversion project!

[@dtcepl]

It makes a perfect move around boat, being solar powered, awesome piece of machinery!

[@wtwsage]

just a small suggestion: plug up the battery pack's charging port just in case. :)

[@micahsdad5388]

This is an excellent suggestion. Thank you !! Micah's Dad

[@wtwsage]

@@micahsdad5388 you are welcome sir. i've learnt alot about diy battery building from this channel :)

[@micahsdad5388]

@@wtwsage My son knows this stuff !! Surprised he didn't catch the issue with the charging port !!

[@effyleven]

6 kts?. Wow! Impressive. That must be close to hull speed. More power wouldn't drive it any faster. It would just suck down.

[@thecam0073]

Micahs Dad Hey Micah’s Dad, so many of us have learned alot from your son. Many thanks to you for rubbing off on him! I built a 2wd m365...

[@johncorlis8920]

that was really cool, has he gone through a load test to see how much time/energy he has before it goes below usable and he has to recharge?

[@ProjectRaijin]

Your dad is a treasure, I hope to do something like this with my father and kids soon

[@enam98]

Those two kids are having the time of their lives! It's refreshing to see kids outside and not on their iPads, Im kinda jealous, I wish my dad had a canoe or kayak when I was little. 🥺

[@tangomike15]

This is absolutely genius. I’m interested to know how it handles in windy conditions though...could the panels catch the wind and maybe cause the kayak to flip? Or, if conditions get choppy and the kayak flips, could the panel hinder you in your attempts to roll it upright again? I have no experience in kayaking yet, so I’m just curious.

[@bullyakker]

it is difficult to flip most sit on tops. I'd imagine the weight of the battery being under or at the water line would further help with stability. As far as the movable solar panels? I've never seen such thin and lightweight panels before so now I am intrigued! I currently have a tarpon 120 sit on top with a trolling motor and use my foot pegs to turn it as it has no rudder. I am going to look up the cost of these types of panels and will likely velcro 1-2 on the front of my yak to keep me on the water all dang day instead of 2-4 hours.

[@Alberthoward3right9up]

@@bullyakker they don't charge that we'll. Will extend your range a little. Will drain a lot faster than it recharges

[@MrJetrpr1]

Great video I'm also in the process of building a solar kayak, it's just on an inflatable labor. The whole system will be in an enclosed pelican box. Micah you should show the diagram or better yet make a video. This will be a great project for everyone . Btw I'm using a 55lb trolling motor and working to upgrade my props. Can't wait for the NEXT video.

[@danharding4794]

Great video, thanks for doing it. I just did an electric canoe, with an older minnkota and a store bought lithium 30 a.h. batt. I like the way your father put the solar panel on.

[@joshuahunter6631]

Thank you for this video... I am one of the many probably who have asked you questions about doing exactly this. Nice to see it in action!

[@novicereloader]

That is seriously cool! I was led here by a video from RCTestflight. Looks like I've discovered a new channel.

[@pixelatedmushroom]

I really like the shade aspect of this. Those kayaks have absolutely no shade normally. You just sit out there in the hot sun. There is a lot of nice shade added by the panel.

[@micahsdad5388]

Absolutely !! Sun is dang hot and now with the Bimini top I go out more in the summer than I used to. Having the motor push me around is a nice plus as well !! Thanks for your comment.

[@chrisbarker270]

Very cool, solar is the way to go. I'm setting up a solar system for my ebike. My panel is going to be placed on my trailer and the panel is a 150 watt which has plenty of power to charge and ride with. Awesome dad.

[@petegoepfert8642]

I have mine running for several weeks now. Love it.

[@diamonddbw]

I remember seeing video, a few years back, on peddle boards (name?) Thought that was really the bees knees. This kayak is even better, imho. Thanks

[@Holeyguagaamoley]

The Min Kota is really inefficient, bypass the resistor coils and use a infinite speed controller for $30 it will increase your range times 5.

[@gianlucasini612]

Can you please elaborate a bit more? That is interesting.

[@vrooota]

Take it apart, void your warranty and wire around the stock speed controller adding your own. Or dont buy a min kota. Or only go full speed haha

[@JiggyC]

@@vrooota the motor his dad has is like 10 years old. Yeah no warranty voided there.

[@Holeyguagaamoley]

Gianluca Sini PWM pulse wave modulation controllers effectively turn off the motor thousands of times a second this has the effect of slowing the motor down without wasting energy all troll motors slow down by wasting electricity through a heat coil mounted to the aluminum body of the motor, by using a PWM controller none of this energy is wasted therefore run time is factors bigger at slower speeds, cost is negligible but ensure the clock speed of the controller is high enough that it is beyond human hearing 15,000 htz does it for me Note Minn Kota have brought their own PWM motor but they want $450 for it, build your own for $30

[@Holeyguagaamoley]

What Sea just some advice for the guy using old parts, all troll motors are improved doing this, it’s true motor is working well flat out but sadly not practical to run flat out all the time

[@jamesireland9188]

Your dad is a pretty smart guy really liked his kayak have a good day and stay safe Jimmy from Massachusetts

[@RealChoice1776]

Thank you for the video, I love see father and son smiling and doing something together. We need more examples of loving family’s creating amazing thing to inspire other family’s to love and support each other. I will be looking and sharing your videos. Great 👍🏽 job.

[@micahsdad5388]

Thanks for your heartwarming comment. I am a lucky dad with 3 great kids.

[@EternitP8]

Your dad looks a bit like Dale from the walking dead

[@purescam]

amazing! I'd like to see the battery in a fireproof bag though, as it would be a massive problem if it fails and sets a small fire one day out in deeper water.

[@micahsdad5388]

interesting thought. thanks for your comment

[@bigvideoenergy]

How many times have you seen lithium ion 18650s catch fire in real life?

[@purescam]

li ions, dont use many tbh honest, but li po's a whole bunch of times

[@thelava_co]

Great setup! I love how it doubles as a sun shade.

[@micahsdad5388]

Thanks. I was actually, at first, more interested in the shade. Then the idea of adding the PV panel was an obvious outgrowth. Thanks for your comment

[@maikutsukino4743]

These videos make me even more inspired! I'm modding out my 9' RIOT with solar panels and my set up is almost identical to yours, but instead of the trolling motor I'm installing a 12v DC drill as the motor. The land testing is almost complete. The drill eats 12v DC @ 1.3 Ah and my solar panels are 2x 25 watt 12v. Testing the panels has shown this puts out almost 4 Ah is good conditions and just under 2 Ah in low light. A battery serves to keep the current stable and also as a back up if the light gets too low (bad weather or staying out too long). That 100 watt flexible panel you have interests me! Might have to check that out to upgrade mine! Thank you for the vid!

[@ArthursStudio]

Big question! I bought littokala cells in the past and they are good. Today I saw littokala official store selling 36v 15ah ebike batteries for 80 dollars!? Are these real? They have 21700 cells which are expensive and hard to get hands on. Please do a review on these ebike batteries that littokala sells! It would be so interesting to see if the capacity is real and how it's so cheap! Thanks.

[@nathanegbert977]

I can't speak of this specific pack but I do know China is overrun with counterfeit cells, especially 18650 cells that compose most battery packs. Good rule of thumb as you know, if it sounds too good too be true, it probably is. You'll find most reliable workhorse cells are around 2,400 mAh, with maximum capacity topping out around 3,200 mAh. If you see cells advertised higher, you can be certain they are fake. Not all fakes are bad but most are, with a capacity around 600 mAh in my experience. I would assume the same issues also apply to 21700 cells. Shop smart and good luck!

[@itsglizda345]

I bought 30 18650 cells from liitokala store for around 40$, i am gonna build 36V 9Ah battery for my DIY electroc scooter, but you need to do around 6 or more new accounts to get 4/5$ new user coupons.

[@ArthursStudio]

@@itsglizda345 Yes, they sell cells for around 2 dollars a piece. I used around 70 cells in the past to make an ebike 20ah pack but I found out that they sell pre made packs for super cheap and wondering if they're legit.

[@ArthursStudio]

@immorton joe honeslty I heard they degrade faster then Samsung and LG cells.

[@ccllvn]

I would like to know this as well, I bought Okoman and Laudatio Batteries before and on the Okomans the Capacity was wildly off. They sell a 36v/8.8ah as 36v/40ah for 100 bucks, which is a rip off but not a terrible price for an actual 8.8ah. The others seems ok but I haven't really tested them yet.

[@Razzlerazz]

Hey Micah, what happened to the motorcycle you were converting? Last we heard you shipped it to FL to work on it at your parents place.

[@micahsdad5388]

Good news. I think he is going to make some progress on it this trip. Stay tuned.

[@Ebaadsiddique]

Just found this channel. I'm looking to start doing some DIY projects myself during this quarantine. I believe this channel will be a great resource! Keep up the good work👍

[@manujaen3999]

*I bought this model for my 14 ft Jon boat. **enjoyable.fishing** recommend love it!!! It pushes my boat with ease ( 2 men 220 each). I would highly recommend this to anyone.*

[@psionx1]

according to my math a 12v 100AH battery gets less than 2 hours of full speed runtime on a little 30watt motor like this. in terms of speed it's better than rowing but your not going very far at 0.40 horse power. a gas generator and 48V 120+ pound motor are a better compromise.

[@matthewellisor5835]

Nice setup. Thanks for showing it in action!

[@dwenchan831]

A second 100W solar panel could probably be useful on overcast days in addition to extending the kayak's range

[@10OZDuster]

or a third .....or even 50w panels all over

[@pakde8002]

Hoping for really high efficiency solar cells and lighter batteries. The future is a skin that is all solar cells; applications for roofs, cars, boats and airplanes. Anything with an exposed surface.

[@garethbaus5471]

@@pakde8002 that isn't really something that you could do with silicon based cells, and we still have a few more years before perovskite reach viability, so I think I am happy enough with what we can build now.

[@mikejf4377]

Why doesn’t he have a second panel on the front shade. Looks great. Well you asked that question.

[@SDeww]

7:47

[@Allan9966]

Excellent setup and good explanation from your Dad!

[@jjc032681]

Man this thing is great. This + a little shack near the shoreline is all I need for my post-retirement life :)

[@TacEsk8]

Yes he needs another solar panel, the will go home with more battery power

[@alexanderwingeskog758]

Could use the extra power for different things also... a Sonar for fun, a fan if it's warm.. or just a charge output for you mobile phone or even a small cooler (TEC) to store you newly caught fish! So I'm with you add another solar panel! :-)

[@TacEsk8]

@@alexanderwingeskog758 definitely the opportunity is endless

[@gregorypeterman6216]

As of yesterday, new Florida law, you can take an E-bike on any trail, path, or bike lane you would ride a normal bike on, no registration or drivers permit necessary.

[@dickflinghammer58]

Cool. Seriously good news.

[@biizoe5460]

We dutch have that too. but if you have a E bike that goes above 26 km/h then you need a bike/car licence and a licence plate. My question is do you guys have a max speeds limit on the e bikes if so do you need licence and plate

[@roy.mclean]

Probably ok on bike lanes in roadways, but that's asking for trouble on bike paths and trails. They weren't designed for bikes that go so fast. A friend of mine was in an accident with an eBike last week that was coming around a turn too fast.

[@micahsdad5388]

Unfortunately, local municipalities can override that law. Such is the case with Sanibel Island where I have been reprimanded for riding an ebike on a bike path. Life is too short.

[@gregorypeterman6216]

@@roy.mclean those bike lanes painted on roadways here is suicidal, you eventually WILL get hit if you choose that option., and it doesn't take long. Everybody I know who rides a bike has been hit in those lanes. I stick to the sidewalk.

[@u2brr1]

LOL! I smiled all the way through your video! Sensible approach to troll fishing plus the kids loved the trip. Ever since I had a solar power science project in high school, I’ve been fascinated by practical uses of solar energy.

[@zenoluis1012]

I love the hobbies you chose for this

[@capkinetic]

I have been interested in making an e-bike, but cant use it for my work commute and dont have much time to just cruise around for fun. BUT I am trying to force myself to relax and was thinking of getting a fishing kayak. Now I'm really motivated! Thanks, Micah/ Dad!

[@varman001]

This is a great work!... congratulations. Thank you for sharing it with everyone.

[@tnbmedia9190]

I love it. Definitely gonna make one of these in the future. Hopefully you release a book

[@awo1fman]

That's awesome! That has me dreaming up something similar. 🤔 I'm not a fisherman but it would be really cool to be able to tool around and sightsee on the water quietly and without worrying about running out of juice.

[@hugestudiosdenver]

Wow ! What an awesome kayak system !!! Thanks for sharing !

[@TheGenxtreme]

your dad is a legend love the canoe, nice that you two have the same interest. I have some spare 18650's & 2 canoes, will build an electric sailing catermaran. keep it going!!

[@pakde8002]

I hope you make a video about that.

[@Tuneman-iy8og]

What a great guy, I'd love to see any future projects or upgrades to the boat

[@TexRobNC]

Super cool, well done. I think the future of kayaking is gonna be crazy, between battery density, drive units designed for kayaks, the future looks cool!

[@micahsdad5388]

absolutely !!

[@Vikingheart2000]

Wonderful, this is my next project for the lakes in the lakes withing the Swiss alps.

[@michaelp9516]

Good job. Been working out DIY kayak or super light pontoon build with electric motor and impeller drive. Got some great ideas. Thanks

[@tbonesenior6736]

Fantastic Project that your dad has made,Its the future!!

[@touchedbynature5445]

Amazing, Brilliant Engineering, Brilliant Dad, Looks like a Great Family. Many thanks for sharing. 🇬🇧

[@micahsdad5388]

Thanks. Miah and I have done lots of projects together. This is one of the best.

[@mcdaddygee]

Your Dad and his kayak are both super cool.

[@micahsdad5388]

many thanks !!

[@mikekearsley2407]

Absolutely fantastic!!!!!! I want one of these setups, thanks.

[@MrMotoMike]

Awesome build! Love seeing projects like this(:

[@BrunoInf]

Thanks for all your videos,amigo,regards from Lima Peru!

[@arjovenzia]

Super cool rig. been thinking of something along these lines. recently was gifted a bunch of now-illegal grid connect solar panels, and my old man picked up a 'tupperware' hobie cat without the sail. Its just begging for something along these lines. unfortunately electric trolling motors are not a thing in my neck of the woods (no bass fishing), so the motor is prohibitively expensive new, but Im keeping an eye out. very inspirational, quite impressed with its performance. especially if your just kickin back in the shade. the deal is, he plays with it this summer, jerry rig a sail for it and get his best speed, N I'll mod it over winter and get mine next summer. Ideally, It'll be able to use both. Thanks for confirming my hunch that this is a Good Idea.

[@JohnJohnson-fm9po]

Easy to see where your creative and can do attitude comes from. Can't wait to see what the next generation will be building.

[@micahsdad5388]

Definitely teaching them early. Already had them out in the shop learning the safe way to work with tools. Come to think of it, that's what I did with Micah !!! Maybe it worked !!! Thanks for your comment

[@richardbest3079]

I have wanted to build one of these for my self. have looked at a lot of different ones on youtube and this is one of the best builds I have seen.

[@micahsdad5388]

Richard - thanks for your comment. I spend a lot of time in this kayak before I went solar/electric and had a good idea of what I wanted to do and how to do it. Spent a lot of time planning the build. Again, thanks for your comment.

[@jonnybo20]

Such an awesome setup!

[@Strangernightg]

Instead of giving one thumbs-up, KZbin should give us the choice of how many thumbs up a KZbin deserves, and in my opinion, you deserve at least 10 thumbs up!!! I just started following your channel on 7-17-20. Thank you.

[@micahsdad5388]

many thanks for your comment. Stay safe

[@jec_ecart]

That's super !! Very beautiful video and clever setup.

[@ap8695]

Great idea and build! Now I want one! Lol 😂 Nice to see you working with your Dad!

[@abdulazizhalawani-rn5ff]

Love what you’re doing keep the good work

[@eviltango]

Yes please! Electric Kayak would be awesome!

[@bamos4360]

Great vid, Excellent Kayak.. And life Inspiring Father. YOUR Solar Power Book would surely be an asset to my knowledge.. Thanks for sharing

[@gregaguirre6213]

So beautiful!!! Love it...from another 60 yr old Papa on the west coast...definately wanna build ome

[@MikeJordanUnCamplicated]

Awesome! I have been waiting for that, every since you built the batt for the kayak. The Warp Drive and Flux capacitor are the secrete sauce, I am quite sure.

[@micahsdad5388]

Absolutely - wouldn't work without the WD and FC !! Gotta have some fun, right??

[@LordWilsonVILLA]

I love the 'solar-powered electric kayak' The 'DIY Solar Power' book, please

[@littlemanoo]

Finally someone made what we were all thinking ! Great Video!

[@ericbt857]

Great vid, great rig, great family

[@gracelandone]

Thanks for sharing. Great rig and beautiful water!

[@micahsdad5388]

The water was really nice that day after an incoming tide brought gulf water into the inlet. But the water was 92 degrees!! too warm for me

[@gracelandone]

Micahs Dad - too hot for me, too. I had no idea. Still and all, great work. My Dad’s been gone for years now, but he brought his seagoing kayaks onto most lakes of size in Colorado for us to fish from. A retired electrical engineer, he would have been pestering you for details of your great design. Enjoy your boat and those grandkids. Any day they will go out with you is a great day.

[@felipevilches7128]

I love that kayak. Thank you guys.

[@paulbenvie7269]

Best kayak ever! Inspiring, too.

[@dantheman9369]

Such an innovator. I love it!

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

Very cool. I have a tandem Ocean Kayak I motorized in 2010 for fishing but I used two SLA batteries, I would like to upgrade to a Lithium soon. The Solar panel is neat but probably requires a long time to charge. In NY you have to register any motorized vehicle so I went to DMV and got it registered for not too much.

[@atlascrypto2507]

Super cool 😎 set up thanks guys!

[@johnlei9821]

That's an amazing rig!

[@travisacord4479]

Very cool setup. I see another future project for myself.

[@kylorenthehusky2584]

You have the coolest dad! Great video 👍🏼😃

That looks amazing!

[@louis-philippeyargeau2497]

Simple and clever! I love it!

[@rslvlog8173]

Love your fathers project. That is a big wow.

[@peterburk8185]

This is awesome Great project. Best rig in FL