u/DK_Tech

I'm already in the Chase ecosystem (preferred, freedom unlimited/flex) for about 3 years.

Credit score on the Chase app is 721. I am also under 5/24 (1-2, I believe).

Base airport is MSP with is great with Flying Blue which is a partner for both.

I wasn't pre-approved for the CSR but was for the Venture X. A few things I'm considering with it is that the Chase SUB double but the fee isn't as easy to offset with the benefits like it is for the Venture X. Although, even with the fee since I'm already in the Chase ecosystem it is a lot simpler.

Should I wait while I improve my credit score to submit an app for the CSR later on or go for the Venture X now?

Currently have had the CSP since July '24 and looking to churn the SUB for the CSR. Does it make sense to close the CSP first even if you can have both? I was thinking after year 1 I would downgrade back since I think the CSP is enough for me and the benefits are barely enough to breakeven.

My partner and I want to try to go weekend car camping in Minnesota this summer but aren't sure how long we will be into it so I wasn't confident about investing in all the gear to start.

What are the best options/brands that are good for trying camping out before you invest in higher quality gear? Looking for a 2p tent and sleeping bags/pads.

Looking for something that would last 3-5 trips in the summer/early fall for a few years before we put some money into longer lasting and higher quality gear.

My partner and I want to try to go weekend car camping in Minnesota this summer but aren't sure how long we will be into it so I wasn't confident about investing in all the gear to start.

What are the best options/brands that are good for trying camping out before you invest in higher quality gear? Looking for a 2p tent and sleeping bags/pads.

Looking for something that would last 3-5 trips in the summer/early fall for a few years before we put some money into longer lasting and higher quality gear.