Crock Pot while Boondocking?

There have been a few topics concerning these in the past. I do think if it weren't for the price they wold be very popular with RV'er who are traveling. We considered one several times, envisioning heating something like Chicken with a smother in the morning while cooking breakfast and enjoying it when we arrive that evening.

I wouldn't think it would be a great idea while boondocking unless you are running a genny or have a great solar/battery bank. Meals in crock pots generally take time.

If your out in the boonies, get a dutch oven.. Make the best out of why you are in the boonies...

Well, we beefed up the new solar system to 810 watts of panels so should be pumping in a fair amount on a sunny day. I understand that this has to cook for hours and will get out my Kill-A Watt and plug ours in as a test run to see what the actual draw is. Looks like common wisdom is maybe not............. Was just dreaming of getting on the road and starting to enjoy those new panels. Thanks all for your thoughts.

catkins wrote:
Well, we beefed up the new solar system to 810 watts of panels so should be pumping in a fair amount on a sunny day. I understand that this has to cook for hours and will get out my Kill-A Watt and plug ours in as a test run to see what the actual draw is. Looks like common wisdom is maybe not............. Was just dreaming of getting on the road and starting to enjoy those new panels. Thanks all for your thoughts.

You should have no problem unless you are already using what you have? The older models don't draw much and the newer ones aren't excessive. Cooking on low I think you'll find you're somewhere in the 175-250 watt range. You can cut your time in the prep by using recipes where you can brown on the stove and blanch veggies.

Hi Catkins,

You will have no trouble running a crock pot with that much solar. Go for it!

Thanks, All. Pianotuna - know you are the expert on solar. Will give it a try and see how it goes!