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GZNATION WELCOMES NEW AMBASSADOR ALEX HONNOLD

Alex Honnold is a professional adventure rock climber whose audacious free-solo ascents of America’s biggest cliffs have made him one of the most recognized and followed climbers in the world. Free-soloing means rock climbing with just shoes and a chalkbag—no rope, no safety net, and no room for error. Goal Zero’s growing list of ambassadors ranges from slackliners to explorers, photographers to rock climbers. The company searches for athletes and individuals with a passion for living life to its fullest with zero apathy, zero boundaries, and zero regrets – making Honnold a perfect addition to our team. “I am a … Continue reading

Clearing up the question of battery capacity in electronics

Because mobile electronics are so pervasive, it is important for users to understand how to compare batteries. While most people are familiar with, for example, “gigabytes” as a measure of hard drive space and have a more instinctive appreciation for phrases like “4G speeds,” the nomenclature used to gauge the amount of energy capcity in a battery is still a bit of a mystery. This is exacerbated by some outdated industry practices that are throwbacks to when a single battery technology dominated any given energy sector. Most companies use capacity measurements that aren’t consistent from one battery technology to the … Continue reading

SOLAR SURVIVAL

First of all, what is a bug-out bag? Also known as a go bag, this is what will get you through the next 24-72 hours after an emergency or disaster; Like a Zombie outbreak or the expiration of the doomsday clock. How do you know what to put in the bag? Supplies need to help you stay warm, dry, hydrated, eat, not get lost, and protect yourself. Each bag will be different than the next depending on the person or family. Recommended items: identification dry packed food water bottle/water water purifier pocket knife Nomad 7 Solar Panel Guide 10 Plus … Continue reading