I am interested in having a way to power some small items post SHTF. I am thinking a battery charger, laptop, small light. I am interested in a small solar system. I looked online a bit and found some kits that meet my needs but they cost 1,000+. Is a solar system under 500 doable? would my other choice ( a small generator) be a better choice. It would have to be portable (back of a car).

