Mechanical battery charger - pedal power!
I loved the whole process of researching and learning about solar battery charging and installing my own system on our camper. I'm also an absolute bicycle junkie. Rather than buy more panels, I thi...
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According to my back of the envelope sorts of computations, a 15A charging current would equate to a reasonably strenuous aerobic workout for many people. You might be able to do a little more as a bicycle junkie, but it would still be a lot of work and time for typical RV electrical usage.
I agree with westend in that you probably want both--solar for practical recharging, and a bicycle setup as a diversion. Actually, if it were me, I would much prefer the solar to recharge the electricity and a normal bicycle so I could get out and exercise and enjoy the area where I'm camping. Staring at the dinette cushions for a few hours to recharge the RV battery really doesn't seem like a whole lot of fun.
I agree with westend in that you probably want both--solar for practical recharging, and a bicycle setup as a diversion. Actually, if it were me, I would much prefer the solar to recharge the electricity and a normal bicycle so I could get out and exercise and enjoy the area where I'm camping. Staring at the dinette cushions for a few hours to recharge the RV battery really doesn't seem like a whole lot of fun.
