What’s Your Go-To Backup for Off-Grid Power?

[CeruleanScribe]

When the primary solar setup fails, what’s the most reliable backup source you all count on? I’m weighing between a propane generator and a deep cycle battery bank—curious what’s worked best for folks in real off-grid scenarios.

 

[OrbitJazz21]

Propane generator's been the most reliable for me when the panels aren't pulling their weight, especially during extended cloudy stretches. Batteries are great, but if your charging source is out, they're just a buffer—won't last forever. Propane stores super well and is easy to keep on hand. Only thing is noise, but that’s manageable. Anybody here tried combining both, like generator to charge a bank?