starting a small camping gear rental hustle – how to manage bookings?
hey everyone,
i have a bunch of high-end camping gear (rooftop tents, lithium power stations, premium stoves) that i’m looking to start renting out locally when i’m not using them.
the problem is the logistics. i tried using a basic website builder, but it’s a nightmare to show people what’s actually available for their specific dates. i also need a way to take security deposits because, well, this stuff is expensive.
right now i’m just doing it through facebook marketplace and spreadsheets, but it’s taking up way too much time and i’m terrified of double-booking someone.
does anyone here run a small rental side hustle? what are you using to handle the bookings and inventory? i don't want anything too corporate or expensive, just something that works.