The Weekend Ready Kit is the perfect mobile power solution for van life enthusiasts seeking short, frequent getaways to their favorite destinations without having to rely on shore power. Designed for van owners who need reliable power for weekend trips, this kit ensures you can easily run essential van accessories like lights, fridges, and mobile devices. Whether you're a traveller who enjoys camping by the beach, exploring off-grid trails, or just looking to escape the city for a few days, this kit offers the mobile power you need to stay comfortable, connected, and powered up. Experience the freedom of van life with the Weekend Ready Kit—reliable, hassle-free power for every adventure.
CONVENIENCE
Ensures you have all the necessary power for essential gadgets and appliances during your weekend trips no matter where you want to adventure.
RELIABILITY
Provides consistent and reliable power for your adventures, avoiding the need to cut your trip short due to power shortages.
SIMPLICITY
Eliminates complexity, delivering a hassle-free experience with all of the REDARC products in one package. Feel confident this set up will power all the key items you need to enjoy your weekend away.
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:
- Weekend camping trips – especially when you don’t want to rely on shore power at the crowded campsites
- Short off-grid adventures
- Beach days
- Picnics and BBQs
- Non-powered outdoor activities quick day trips like fishing,
- Mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, hunting, canoeing and skiing
- Photography excursions
PRODUCTS INCLUDED IN THE KIT
CHARGE & MONITOR
The BCDC Alpha50 R keeps your van powered by efficiently charging and recovering your batteries using solar or alternator power. Paired with the Smart Battery Monitor, it ensures you always know your battery levels, acting as a fuel gauge for your battery.
POWER
Bring the comforts of home on the road with the 1000W REDARC Pure Sine Wave Inverter, providing clean, reliable power for your sensitive 110V electronics and appliances when mains power isn't an option.
CONTROL
RedVision by REDARC provides an unprecedented level of control and automation to your van. Control and switch accessories via the physical screen or your Bluetooth connected 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 BCDC 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.
REDVISION 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
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?
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.
HOW TO SELECT THE RIGHT AUXILIARY BATTERY
In today's world of overlanding and camping, the importance of batteries has grown exponentially. Gone are the days when camping had to mean disconnecting from all modern conveniences. Nowadays, essential items like fridges and lights have become part of our outdoor essentials, demanding reliable power sources to keep our adventures going smoothly.
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.