Power!!!

I made quite possibly the most game-changing purchase yesterday from a Fry's Electronics store. After countless hours of research and weighing through MANY battery and power options for Thorondor, (and quite honestly ending up on an item found by my sister!) I landed on the WAGAN Power Dome 400. 

What I wanted. 

I was in search of a battery powered solution that would allow me to use small appliances periodically in the van such as a coffee maker or a sink, as well as charge my batteries, laptop and phone. I wanted a solution that would not have a continued cost. I didn't want a generator that I would have to purchase gas, or a propane solution that, while cheaper, would still require additional purchases on the regular. I wanted a BATTERY and I was sure of that. 

I knew that my use would be limited. I would only need it to charge up devices and use for appliances periodically, so it would only need a charge that would last me a few hours, and then I could recharge the battery in a house or even on the go.  

What I got. 

The WAGAN Power Dome 400 is EXACTLY what I wanted. It even came with a few additional features such as an emergency LED Light, an air compressor and even jumper cables!!! After making this purchase, I could easily see myself having one of these in every vehicle I own for the rest of my life. 

What it cost. 

I found this item with varied pricing (usually around $140) on the interwebz, but when visiting a Fry's Electronics in the Dallas area, I was pleasantly surprised to find it on sale for $89!!! I could not believe it. This bad boy is well worth it and I'll continue to update with it's performance. 

The Power Dome 400.

The Game Changer. 

2 DC Cigarette Lighter Outlets.

This will allow charging for multiple items.  

Two AC Wall-Style Outlets!

This is the perfect solution for charging the laptop, camera batteries, and plugging in future appliances like a sink, coffee makers and such! 

Air Compressor!

Pumping up BMX tires, van tires, and even the occasional football?  

USB Port.

This was a huge bonus. I'm able to plug my iPhone cable straight into the Power Dome and charge it throughout the night when needed! 

Charging up any car accessories!

Charging up the laptop!

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Charging the battery itself!

This is really the reason I chose the Power Dome. I can charge this while staying at someone's house, take it into a coffee shop inside a backpack, or even charge it in the cigarette lighter in Thorondor via included adapter. This makes it SO easy to keep this thing charged up.  

Memory Foam!

My mother was not satisfied with the sleeping conditions inside Thorondor. She made the luxurious purchase of a memory foam mattress for me and let me tell you, it is COMFY! 

Back Pillow.

My cousin and old roomy, Zsanae, got me this back pillow so I can sit up in bed or on the floor and not get a crick in my neck. STOKED. Thanks so much Nae!