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Bluetti EB3A Portable Power Station Review
We take for granted how easy we have it. The plethora of devices we use each day are easily powered (or recharged) by plugging them into our walls. We turn on lights, use our phones, keep our food cool, and charge our computers all with the electricity coursed through our homes. But when we’r…
Hands-On Review: Trelino® Evo S Composting Toilet
At Outward Spaces, we’re big on breaking down the barriers that keep people from enjoying the outdoors. When it comes to camping, especially boondocking or back-country camping, one BIG challenge that people face is going to the bathroom when away from typical facilities. Pooping and peeing com…
Hands-On Review: Renogy 200Ah Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery
Outdoor adventures, whether it’s camping, van life, sailing, or off-grid travels, often require a reliable source of power to keep devices charged and essential equipment running smoothly. In recent years, lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries have gained popularity due to their superior p…
Choosing the Right Solar Panels for Your Off Grid Solar System
Solar technology really is amazing science. We can harness the energy potential in the sun’s rays to power our life – without the need to be connected to the electrical grid. For those who venture outdoors often, solar systems provide the ability to venture further from civilization without com…
How to Conduct an Energy Audit on a Recreational Vehicle
When exploring wild spaces in an RV, van, travel trailer, or boat, it’s important for your vehicle to have an electrical system that will keep your systems running for the duration of your trip. If your vehicle’s electrical system isn’t up to the task or if you want to upgrade your power capab…
The Outward Overland Trailer: Electrical System Design & Diagram
Jump to the Outward Trailer Wiring DiagramWe purchased a custom off-road trailer to use as a platform to build the perfect overland trailer. We’ve spent the past few years adding an electrical system, a water system, a pull-out kitchen, and a roof rack system to complete the build. In thi…
Designing a DIY Off Grid Solar System
These days, a growing number of people are choosing to explore the outdoors in comfort. Having the luxuries of lighting, refrigeration, and running water can help extend trips in the wild and make them more enjoyable for all. Whether your outdoor vehicle of choice is an RV, van, boat, travel…
Review: GOLABS i200 Portable Power Station
Our GOLABS i200 power station review used a unit we purchased on Amazon as we put it to the test on a recent 3-day camping trip to the mountains of Northern Arizona. In this review, we tested all of the available ports and used them in as many different ways as we could think of to test the var…
The Outward Overland Trailer
5 years ago, I purchased and restored a 1968 Airstream Overlander Travel Trailer. It was a LOT of work, but the finished product provided my family and I with a pretty killer medium for adventure. We took some great trips in that Airstream and made some memories that we will all never forget…
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