The Expedition Ready Kit is the ultimate mobile power system for van life adventurers seeking extended off-grid adventures lasting over a week. This powerful in-cabin system perfect for your van features a 3000W inverter, allowing you to run essential accessories like induction cooktops, coffee machines, a TV, and more—bringing the comforts of home to your van, no matter where you roam. Whether you're exploring remote, uncharted areas or just enjoying a more mobile lifestyle the Expedition Ready Kit delivers reliable, mobile power to keep you fully equipped and prepared for any adventure. Stay powered up, connected, and ready for anything with the ultimate van life power solution and enjoy life on the road.
PEACE OF MIND
The Smart Battery Monitor keeps you informed about your power levels, ensuring you are always prepared for your extended adventures.
CONVENIENCE
Easily powers all essential and luxury devices, from cooking appliances to power tools, making your expeditions comfortable and enjoyable.
RELIABILITY
Offers consistent, dependable power for long trips, ensuring your equipment runs smoothly without interruptions.
EXTENDED TIME AWAY
Supports long-duration trips by providing ample power for more than a week, allowing you to explore remote areas without worry.
FLEXIBILITY
Capable of powering a diverse range of devices, from kitchen appliances to personal electronics, catering to all your needs on the go.
COMFORT
Enables the use of home comforts like a coffee machine and microwave, enhancing the quality of your outdoor living experience.
VERSATILITY
Suitable for a variety of activities, from off-grid living and remote work to extended camping and touring.
SAFETY
Provides reliable power for essential safety equipment and communication devices, ensuring you are prepared for any situation during your adventures.
CONFIDENTLY POWER
Each of these appliances can run for approximately this long on a single battery charge. By recharging your batteries and adding solar power, you can extend their run time for even longer use.
PERFECT FOR:
- Extended 7+ day off-grid adventures and exploration
- Working on remote projects
- Off-Grid remote living
- Commercial professionals
PRODUCTS INCLUDED IN THE KIT
CHARGE & MONITOR
Perfect for charging auxiliary batteries in any van, the Manager Alpha100 is a complete battery management system and, when paired with the Smart Battery Monitor, acts as a fuel gauge for your battery.
POWER
Bring all the comforts of home on the road with the 3000W REDARC Pure Sine Wave Inverter, providing clean, reliable power for your sensitive 110V electronics and appliances when mains power isn't an option.
CONTROL
Including both the TVMS Rogue and TVMS Prime to allow you to control and switch even more accessories via the physical display or your Bluetooth enabled mobile device.
RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS
180W FIXED SOLAR PANEL
REDARC fixed solar panels, with highly efficient monocrystalline cells, capture solar energy to keep your batteries charged all day. Mounted to your van's roof, they’re a set-and-forget solution that works seamlessly with the Manager Alpha’s Green Power Priority charging algorithm.
TANK LEVEL SENSOR
REDARC Tank Level Sensors let you accurately monitor water levels in your van, giving you peace of mind on every adventure. Available in multiple sizes to fit your water tank, they integrate seamlessly with the TVMS Rogue and RedVision® for real-time updates via the app or display.
TVMS PRIME
Pairing the TVMS Prime with your existing TVMS Rogue upgrades your van’s power solution with enhanced control and monitoring capabilities. With an additional 10 output channels, dedicated sensor inputs, and RedVision® integration, manage lights, appliances, and tanks effortlessly via the display or app.
ALPHA150 150AH LITHIUM BATTERY
Add the unrivalled power of REDARC's new Lithium Alpha150 150Ah battery. An extra-long lifespan and huge discharge rate make this the ultimate lithium battery.
SHOP THE KIT & RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS
POWERING VAN LIFE WITH DC TO DC CHARGING
Vanlife isn't a passing fad, it's now a very real and very sustainable way of life for so many people across the globe. And it’s common to hear stories about those who travel off-grid financially sustain their lifestyle by using their creative skills in disciplines like professional photography, writing, web design or programming. While this can seem like a dream life to most of us, the honest digital nomads will tell you that their lifestyle also comes with a whole host of technical or mechanical challenges.
HOW TO DESIGN THE PERFECT VAN POWER SYSTEM
Power is critical to van life, there’s no question about it. Without a well thought out van power system you wouldn’t be able to run fridges, heaters, water pumps, fans – any of the necessities that make vanlife comfortable. But trying to set up a power system can be daunting, and without the proper knowledge or equipment, potentially dangerous.
HOW MUCH SOLAR DO I NEED TO LIVE OFF GRID IN A VAN?
For many people, vanlife means a sense of freedom, of escaping the city and confines of daily life and following the road as far as it can take them, then further again. Because of this, for many van owners, they want to be able to power all the comforts of home while getting as far off grid as possible. While this can be done with a dual battery system alone, having a solar setup adds peace of mind that you’ll never be stranded without power.
A GUIDE TO OVERLANDING PREPARATION AND PLANNING
There are a few roads and trails in the US that feel like they never end, such as the TransAmerica Trail and The Alpine Loop Scenic Byway. Overlanding across lengthy stretches of road can be a difficult task due to the time, few places to stop off at and minimal amounts of cars and people. For a safer journey, keep your mind active and your power running with these tips.