Is solar power really worth it? Comparing portable and permanent options.

In this week's video, I explain the power demand of the off grid cabin and explain the different power options that we have.
Here are some links to the “AllPowers” products used in today’s video:
S2000: tinyurl.com/bxkrt3hy
SP033: tinyurl.com/3b2twzxf
S2000+SP033: tinyurl.com/yckxbmmm
For the Karl’s Off The Grid 10% discount enter Code: KOG10

[@DebsWay]

Hi Karl! Happy Mother's Day, Margaret!! Now, Karl...the more solar power the better BUT we (Mama) need(s) that bath house completed. You're doing great work on it! Take care now!!

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Hi Deb! We hope you had a great Mother’s Day as well. We are looking forward to finishing the bathhouse as soon as we get our power up to snuff.

[@margaretwehrhahn2126]

Solar is so worth it! The way energy bills fluctuate, it's a great feeling not to worry about what you're going to get hit with.

[@flyingeagleoutdoors7252]

That portable power bank with the solar panels is pretty slick! As I’ve said before we are in the process of turning our enclosed cargo trailer into a mobile hunting camp and this would work perfectly!

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

This would work perfect for a mobile hunting camp. Compared to other power stations this one is relatively affordable for the amount of energy it gives off. If you have any questions or concerns, send me an email. My email is in my channel description.

[@miksretirementadventures9795]

It's always a learning experience. Solar has always interested me. Thanks for the education Mik

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Thanks for watching Mik, We can’t wait to finish up the fine-tuning of our solar set up.

[@ErichZachoutdoors]

Just love how beautiful your backyard is! Thanks for another great video!

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

We sure are blessed to live in such a beautiful state. Thank you so much for watching.

[@ErichZachoutdoors]

@@karlsoffthegrid1378 have a great weekend Karl!

[@rangerreno1249]

Karl. Cool set up you have. Very nice. I think your flowers are trout lillys. Off grid is the ultimate. Still progressing slowly on my land. Will keep you posted.

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Thank you so much for the info. We love those little flowers. I look forward to hearing more about your land. Have an awesome week my friend.

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Good Stuff Buddy......as Mr. Tim Alan use to say....MORE POWER....lol.

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

😂 you nailed it. You can never have too much power. Have a great week, buddy.

[@CrabbyBill]

I look forward to the upcoming videos

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Thanks, Crabby Bill. Hopefully we can keep things moving here at the cabin

[@squirrellyacres]

Good information, look forward to your next steps of your solar project. Those black flies got me good last weekend.

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Those black flies are really horrible this year. Hopefully they disappear as quickly as they arrrived. Hopefully, we can wrap these projects up quickly. It would be great to spend some time on the water this spring. Have an awesome week buddy.

[@woodspirit98]

Thanks for sharing. Beautiful.

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Thanks buddy

[@WanderingWiley]

Morning Karl, nice set up

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Good morning buddy. You’ve got to love those power stations.

[@markpro96]

Very interesting video Karl! I wouldn't mind having solar installed at my home. I've heard the power company actually writes you monthly checks! Hope you have a great week and thanks for the video!

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Hi Mark!! Solar has been a great thing for us. I am amazed how cheap it has been to have this cabin,It sure is nice not having electric bills. have an awesome week buddy. I appreciate you taking the time to watch.

[@jamesshonk565]

Well heck fire Karl dont know why but I mist ya last week glade I ran across ya today. Always like your videos. Thats a pretty nifty and usfull system ya got there cant wait to see the rest of your system coming together. I hope everybody in your family is doin great. Bless you and yours.

[@Jim-op3kg]

Nice video Karl it looks really nice up there. Weather looks good also

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

It really is a beautiful time of year. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@FordDude66]

Good information Karl. Running out of power isn't any fun. I see that the black flies are out at the cabin. They are starting to come out by us also. Black flies, mosquito's and wood ticks are going to be bad this year. Have a great week brother and say hello to da wife. Todd from da U.P.

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Da Wife says hi!! Unfortunately I think you’re right on with the insects. They are really starting to come out in full force. I can’t wait for the dragon flies to clear them out. We hope you guys are able to get out to your camp soon. We hope Tammy enjoyed a great Mother’s Day too, it’s a beautiful way to honor all the great women in our lives.

[@zakbuth]

That sweatshirt is 🔥 #retro 🙏🏼

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

I love that sweatshirt!! I sure miss the business and the people

[@canajian]

Mornin 🖐😎👍

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Good morning buddy. I always look forward to hearing from you. I hope things are good for you.

[@dano1956]

Looks good Karl

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Thanks buddy !!

[@kevs6592]

Cool video as always! We should be up at our cabin next weekend to enjoy some of that nature.

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Have fun! Be prepared for the black flies. Hopefully they disappear before you get up to your cabin. Stay safe buddy.

[@kevs6592]

Will do that. I already had a tick 2 weeks ago. I hate those critters. See you soon, bud.

[@keithstorrs3936]

Good Mother's day to you, Say hi to Margret. Getting kinda fancy there sir.

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Hi buddy. We hope you guys had a great Mother’s Day. Sure was nice to be up in the north woods. We could do without the black flies though 😂🤣😂

[@tubularguynine]

You might wanna consider a couple more windows in the cabin, so you can turn the lights off during the day. And I would stick with ‘shower house’ instead of ‘bath house’…🤔

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Sorry, I think it’s just habit that I say bathhouse. We are definitely sticking with the shower house. It’s great to hear from you. Thank you so much for taking the time to comment.

[@campdoggs2959]

Nice one subbed 👍

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Awesome welcome to the channel. It’s nice to have you with us!!

[@campbenny]

Thanks for sharing Karl. This is very helpful. I'm doing my research now on what setup I'll need to power my camp. Your panels are facing east or maybe south ?

[@Willbkool]

Should be South, that's how mine are set up here in Mississippi. You're also going to need a generator, I have an 1800 watt inverter generator for when the batteries get too low.

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

I have mine facing south. With the landscape that I have, I get the longest amount of sunlight when they’re facing south. Hopefully, the solar tracking set up will help me achieve the most power available. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call.

[@RvlifeIndiana]

Have you considered a homemade wind turbine out of a fan blade and a single pole alternator

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

I would love to figure out how to do this! I’ve checked out a couple of wind turbines and they all seem a little pricey. I’m definitely open to this.

[@dianebliss2781]

No solor power is not worth it

[@OffgridwithJayandJen]

Wrong

[@Willbkool]

It's definitely worth it for me, you just have to get the right set-up.

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Diane with the smaller cabin that I have it has definitely been worth it. We have all the conveniences of home with no monthly electrical bill. It sure has worked out nicely for our little cabin.