Coming Soon: Explore the Waterways with BoatyBuoyz Boat Hire

BoatBuoyBoats offer - Iconic E-Propulsion & Scenic Charters. Get ready to cruise 99 miles of peaceful inland waterways across the stunning Middle Level! Soon you’ll be able to hire a fully equipped, off-grid electric narrowboats and set off on a relaxing adventure through the heart of the Cambridgeshire Fens. Discover the charm of March and Whittlesey—perfect for shopping, dining, and lively pubs—or drift toward picturesque villages like Benwick and Outwell. Whether you're mooring up in town or soaking in the quiet beauty of the open fenland, your next escape is just around the bend.

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Narrowboat: Full Solar Retrofit

Solar Installation:
900W array with MPPT
Yield (avg): 3.1kWh/day
Battery Replacement:
3x 100Ah LiFePO₄
Usable Power: 240Ah

Off-Grid Cabin: Winter Ready

Solar Performance:
in winter sun
1.2kWh/day

Inverter Setup:

Pure Sine 2000W system
Surge Tested:
21.4000W

Home: Hybrid Systemtim

Battery Bank:
Capacity Total: 3.36kWh
280Ah LiFePO₄ @ 12V
Charging Options:
Solar + Shore enabled
Controller: MPPT 100/50
Emergency Backup:
EcoFlow DELTA Max + Ext.
Total Wh: 6144Wh
Daily Efficiency:
Run Time: 2.5 days
Draw Estimate:
1.2kWh/day
Inverter Idle:
4.2A @ 12V

Continuous Cruiser: EcoFlow Trial

System Overhaul:
Victron + EcoFlow paired
Inverter: 1600W Pure Sine
Diesel Heater Integration:
12V 30A socket (EcoFlow)
Use Case: 5h/night
Multi-Source Charging:
split solar array
1050W
Charge Inputs:
Solar, Shore, Engine
Monitoring:
BMV-712

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2. (Optional) Tailored Product Recommendations — £15

Need help choosing what to buy?

We help you source the best value gear, including:

  • Leisure batteries vs lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4)
  • Solar panels: rigid, flexible, folding, tiltable mounts
  • Power stations like EcoFlow vs Bluetti
  • DC-DC chargers (for alternator charging)
  • MPPT vs PWM charge controllers
  • High-efficiency 12V appliances
  • Inverters matched to your system
  • Monitoring tools like Victron SmartShunt

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We’ll provide:

  • Product links from trusted retailers (including Amazon where appropriate)
  • Brand comparisons and key considerations
  • DIY build vs all-in-one pros & cons

Our knowledge is regularly updated to reflect the latest gear, best prices, and most reliable tech available.

3. (Optional) DIY Coaching & Installation Support — £25/hr

Want to install it yourself and save hundreds?
We guide you every step of the way.

You’ll learn:

  • Proper wiring practices, cable gauges, and why they matter
  • How to fuse safely and protect your system from shorts or fire
  • The logic of battery charging and panel positioning
  • How to identify and fix voltage drops or low efficiency
  • Safe mounting, ventilation and waterproofing
  • How to use a multimeter to test, diagnose and verify installs

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This coaching is fully remote, non-judgemental, and tailored to your pace. No jargon. No pressure. Just patience.

Bonus: When you understand your own system, you're never at the mercy of a callout or a breakdown you can’t fix.

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