Gear reviews » Solio Bolt Solar Charger

On a recent multiday trip this little charger really helped me out.  Bought this at REI for a week long tour this summer.  It charges quickly and can recharge an iPhone in about 2 hours.  It recently got me out of the woods at dusk as it was able to recharge my NightRider 150 in about an hour.  I normally bungee it down to the rear pack while riding and by the time I make camp it charged and ready to go.  The unit has 2 cells and slides open to reveal both.  Closed its just slightly larger then a pack of smokes.  It has a hole in the center so you can slip a stick or something in it to provide a perfect angle to the sun.  It features 1 USB and 1 Mini Usd charging port.  I wont say it waterproof but mine has been rained on several times and has held up real well.  In addtion it featues 2 charging modes one for the day to day stuff and one for Apple products.  God if I had only bought their stock when it was at $30.  Oh well.  Charges a Nano in like 30 minutes.  Nice compact does whats its suppose to device.  It’s $65 at REI and has decent reviews on their site.Solio Bolt Solar Charger