There are times in your life when things go wrong and when you need help with an emergency there is essential gear required to get you back up and running. Mophie's new Powerstation Go Rugged with Air Compressor[1] may be one of the best pieces of gear to have in your automobile, boat, travel trailer, or field office. This $159.95 compact package provides portable power, vehicle/marine battery charging, compressed air, and light to help you resolve a number of problems.
We own older vehicles and have had batteries die as they age. Proper tire pressure is essential for safety and optimal gas mileage. Illumination in the dark and during inclement weather is important. Have a smartphone that is powered up is key to getting help in an emergency. This new Mophie Powerstation Go Rugged device provides functionality to take on each of these challenges and should be in every household.
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The retail package contains the Mophie Powerstation Go Rugged main unit, an A/C wall plug and USB cable to charge up the battery pack, jumper cables with quick-connect lines, a handy carry bag with instructions for using the device, and several air compressor nozzle attachments. The battery pack has a capacity of 55,000 mWh. Before using, fully charge up the Mophie device using the charger and USB-C cable.
Air compressor
One reason I wanted to test out this particular Mophie solution was the air compressor capability. Proper vehicle tire pressure is important for safety and optimal vehicle mileage so you should check your vehicle tire pressure regularly. I also ride bikes and these same reasons apply to human or battery powered bikes too. As we approach the summer, my family also likes