Knog debuts PWR modular solar charger

Bike accessories label Knog has debuted a new modular solar panel product pitched at those taking to the great outdoors and needing a back up power source for their devices.

Launched as an extension of the PWR range, the foldable 10W device hosts high quality and compact LG SunPower Maxeon Gen 5 solar panels that weigh in at just under 16 oz. The compact unit utilises magnets to fold up to the size of an iPhone when not in use, easily fitting into pannier bags, lumbar packs, or secure jacket pockets. The entire unit is coated with ETFE, an industrial coating that offers protection from heat, water, salt, oil, and dirt. The charger also has a handy D-ring attachment, which allows for convenient storage or premium placement for maximum sun absorption.

“Creating our Solar 10W panels has been a true design labour of love for Knog,” says co-founder and designer Hugo Davidson. “We were determined that we wouldn’t launch this product until we were able to create the most innovative and best preforming solar panels on the market and that is exactly what we have achieved.”

The device is currently on show with UK distributor Silverfish which is exhibiting at COREbike for the next two days and also handing a debut to newly-added Forestral Bikes. Stock of the Knog PWR Solar 10W Panel is arriving with distributors this month.