#(not the safety issues but the stuff surrounding the gp in general)

[velvetsainz]

okay i gotta say it: foisting alphatauri's renaming as a great tragedy of capitalism upon formula 1 racing & motorsport in general is...a bit much. especially in a sport that has been a very frequent and early adopter of sportswashing? baby, they happily race in places that have less-than-stellar current human rights records BECAUSE OF THE MONEY. it has nothing to do with attendance. you think bahrain and qatar are major ticket sellers and people were truly clamoring for races there? NO, OF COURSE NOT. it's b/c their governments poured hundreds of millions of dollars (if not more) of government money into f1 and the FIA in the name of sanitizing their nation's image in light of ongoing reports of abhorrent treatment of migrant workers and violent action against other groups inside and outside of their countries. (does really no one remember the 2022 saudia arabian gp? the fact the drivers HAD to race—despite close proximity of the track to a recent missile strike site—for fear that they wouldn't have been allowed to leave by the saudi government? no one? just me?) saudi arabia, bahrain, qatar, the uae, and azerbijan are important current examples, but this is by no means new for the sport; india, malaysia, apartheid south africa, china (which may be returning to the calendar this year—it remains to be seen if the race will actually happen), russia, peronist argentina, and turkey have all held races previously with similar intentions.

and if you want to talk about sponsors, let's actually go after the sponsors that are truly problematic. aston martin ARAMCO. mercedes-amg PETRONAS. camel, marlboro (and philip morris, in general, including their "mission winnow" shell project), orlen, shell, agip, uralkali, ftx (along with other crypto companies), among a plethora of historic sponsors.

listen: i'm not saying that the "visa cashapp racing bulls" (or "stake f1 team kick sauber", for that matter) is a great name for a team—or even a good one—but there are much bigger, much worse issues in the sport that need more attention and more concern than a shitty team name or two.

[mygarage]

16 Essential Camping Gear You Should Rent to Save Money

Introduction

Camping can be a lot of fun, but it takes a full set of gear to fully enjoy the experience.

Depending on the type of camping, the total cost of a full set of gear can be a shocker for most.

For those pursuing camping as a hobby, filling up the inventory can be beneficial, since they will be using these items quite often.

But for those one-time campers, it might not be a good idea to spend for a whole bundle of gear, since they will barely be using these items again anyway.

That begs the question, what can the one-time camper do to save their wallets from complete obliteration while still enjoy the fully-equipped experience of camping?

Renting might just be the missing link you one-time campers are looking for.

Read on and find the answer to what I suppose your next question is, “Which camping gear should I rent?”

1. Tent

If you’re going on a camping trip that requires a tent, then yes, you can and should rent a tent.

A good strong and hefty tent will cost you a fortune, and unless you will be using the tent more often than not, renting one is indeed the smarter way to go.

2. Sleeping Bag

Again, depending on the kind of camping trip, the sleeping bag is a must-have when going out camping.

Unless the campsite you’re headed to has nothing but soft and smooth grass; without a sleeping bag, you will most likely be sleeping on rocks and dirt.

3. Camping/Hiking Bags or Backpacks

It is important to keep in mind the kind of bag or backpack you will bring. With a sturdy and durable backpack, you ensure the safety of your valuables from getting wet or falling off during the trails ahead.

The only issue is that good quality camping bags can be quite a costly item.

4. Lights

It can get dark at night, whether you’re camping out in the woods or on the mountains, the pitch-black darkness outdoors is nothing compared to the darkness we experience indoors.

A good source of light is a camper’s most trusted friend and is something you cannot forget to bring with you going camping.

5. Tools

There usually are specific tools for each specific kind of camping. But the general necessary tools for all camping consist of an axe, a multi-purpose knife, and a shovel.

You will need an axe for gathering up wood for a nice campfire, a swiss army knife for whipping up your canned goods and popping open your soda bottles, and the shovel for personal reasons I need not mention.

6. Portable Stove/Camping Grill

If you’re planning to car or RV camp, then you might want to take with you a portable stove or camping grill. With the vast storage space in your vehicle, taking with you a stove or a grill will not pose as a problem at all.

Stove and camping grills truly amp up the vehicle camping experience, there’s just something about it that adds to the already homey vibe of camping with an RV or a car.   

7. Water Filter

Not all camping activities will require you to bring a water filter. A water filter is more suited for those backpacking and hiking.

It’s important to know before heading out whether you will be passing by any riverbanks or lakes and whether these bodies of water might have bacteria and require a water filter or not.

8. Cooler

Another one for those planning on an RV, Outlander, or car camping trip.

It is highly suggested that you bring a cooler for your beverages and frozen goods!

Not all RV’s will have built-in refrigerators in them after all.

9. DSLR or Mirrorless HD Camera

While not all of us have the privilege of owning a DSLR or mirrorless camera due to its known immoderate pricing, the camera is still essential to have around when camping.

With the right camera and proper lens, you will be able to capture the memories and jaw-dropping sceneries from your camping trips in high-quality HD.

Someone has posted their Canon 5D right now for rent! Visit My Garage Rentals now and you can rent the camera for as low as $20 per day! Click here: https://bit.ly/3imfXg1

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10. Storage

It’s always a good idea to have masculine and sturdy storage for your valuables when camping, it ensures the safety of your valuables while you roam around the woods or sleep in your tents or RV’s at night.

Portable storages are there to protect your things from getting wet from possible rain or from getting ravaged by any possible wildlife.

11. Portable Tables and Chairs

There won’t always be rocks and logs conveniently set up and placed for you to sit on as you gather around the campfire.

If you’re tent camping, car camping, or RV camping, then tables and chairs should be on your list of stuff to bring.

There are kinds of portable chairs and tables specifically built for outdoor camping too, these kinds are much sturdier than the conventional chairs and tables.

12. Smart Binoculars

Great tool for sight-seeing, bird watching, and spotting out other wildlife; some binoculars even reach far enough for you to have a closer look at the moon.

If your camping involves adventuring and a lot of hiking, the binoculars can be very useful for being on the lookout for the trail up ahead.

Smart Binoculars, compared to ordinary binoculars, provide GPS and WiFi. Some even allow you to take photos and videos.

Luckily, there’s a pair of smart binoculars available for rent right now at My Garage Rentals. Click here to rent it today!

13. Power Bank

The power bank should be very self-explanatory, it doesn’t take an Einstein to see the importance of its functions in the wild.

It’s very important to keep your phone charged up in case of an emergency and the power bank can help with just that. 

Our phones are more than just a way of contacting the emergency hotline, it works as our map and compass as well; with the GPS feature, finding your way back to the campsite will be a breeze. 

A power bank can also recharge our other devices like our AirPods for music and smartwatches, just to name a couple. I can’t stress enough how much convenience comes with bringing a power bank along with you as you camp.

14. Emergency Portable Generator

If you’re a writer like me who enjoys writing articles with the sound and the ambiance of nature in the surrounding, you will most likely be bringing your laptop.

An emergency portable generator will help power up your laptop and other electronic devices that need more electricity than a small power bank can hold.

These usually cost a lot, but renting them out instead of buying one brand new will make a huge difference.

15. Camping Clothes

Depending on the kind of camping you’ll be doing, such as backpacking, primitive, winter, or dry camping; camping clothes is a necessity.

Camping clothes can consist of a pair of boots, a jacket, gloves, cargo pants, and a cap. It’s a whole fashion statement. 

Depending on the brand, buying these overall may just cost you dearly. So we highly recommend you take advantage of My Garage Rentals and rent instead.

16. Portable Insect Repeller

The Insect Repeller is a great gear to drive out creepy crawlies and pesky mosquitoes away from your campsite, ensuring a more comfortable camping experience, especially during your sleep.

These machines don’t come cheap though, as a repeller can cost you roughly $80 or more brand new, depending on the brand.

Conclusion

In planning on a camping trip, it is important to first consider what type of camping you will be doing. 

As you’ve probably noticed in our article, we’ve mentioned that some of these items are only necessary for certain camping trips.

That being said, knowing the kind of camping trip you’re planning will determine the items you need on your list of things to bring.

Once you’ve completed your checklist, you can point out those you think you would benefit more from renting over buying.

You can utilize My Garage Rentals, a peer-to-peer rentals platform that offers rental services for any kind of gear, tool, or equipment!

Did we mention you could make money by joining My Garage Rentals too? Talk about hitting two birds with one stone; saving and making money that is.

If you own any of the items listed in our blog, you can list them for others to rent, making the opportunity to earn from your own belongings! 

It will also be doing a first-time or one-time camper a favor; by renting out your old but well-conditioned gears to them, you help them save a lot of money in the process!

Use our platform at www.MyGarageRentals.com to rent and save, or to rent and make money today!