With the 2022 Formula One season now at a close, we're stuck with the winter break that never seems to end. Back in 2017 I wrote a piece on how to enjoy the Formula One season during the winter break. Five years later times have changed, massively. It's 2022 and the resources and platforms we have access to have evolved incredibly. So, what can we do now to get through the winter break? Let's take a look!
#1 - Drive To Survive
If you follow me on social media, you may know that I'm not overly keen on Netflix's Drive To Survive. But, we can't deny, it's a been big "money-maker" for the sport. Debuting on the streaming service; Netflix in 2019, Drive to Survive is a docu-series that follows the world of Formula One. Giving fans a bigger insight into behind the scenes of the Formula One World Championship. Although the series has come under some fire for it's over-dramatised takes and negative perceptions on some Formula One personnel and events, it has been extremely successful in reaching out towards a new audience. The series is set to debut it's fifth season in early 2023. So, if you like this kind of thing, why not prepare for what is most likely going to be a very emotional Season 5 and re-watch from Season 1? Surely there's nothing better than snuggling up on the sofa in the winter evenings with a cup of hot coco and a good show to watch??
#2 - Read Motorsport Blogs
If you look in the right places there are plenty of freelance writers with their own motorsport blogs - just like this one! It's quite interesting to read the thoughts and opinions of fellow motorsport fans, even if you do oppose what they have to say. If you love to read and the blog is updated regularly, you could be kept busy for hours on ends. Try searching on Google or social media for motorsport blogs. Who knows who you'll discover!
#3 Museums
Look all over the world and you'll find plenty of motorsport themed museums. From the Silverstone Interactive Museum to the Donnington Grand Prix Collection to the Museo y Circuito Fernando Alonso, there is something for everybody. And, unlike the races themselves, admission prices aren't extortionate. You can get up close and personal with the world of Formula One. And, not just that, look out for seasonal special events. This year (2022), for the winter season, the Silverstone Interactive Museum has introduced "The Silverstone Winter Tour."
"This winter, get up close to Silverstone Circuit like never before and join us for a 60 minute guided bus tour of the track. A truly unique opportunity to learn about iconic moments in motorsport history whilst standing in the place where it all happened.
Walk on the circuit, access the pit wall and wave the checkered flag at the finish line - a true bucket list experience for all motorsport fans!
Afterwards, enjoy a hot drink and mince pie, then explore the Silverstone Museum, at the home of British motorsport." silverstonemusuem.co.uk
Definitely a fun, affordable day out for the whole family!
#4 - Social Media
Compare 2022 to ten years ago and you'll notice how much more prevalent social media has become in the world of F1 with fan following getting ever so popular. Motorsport communities exist on all platforms from Twitter to TikTok and everything in between. However, due to the toxicity of some of the F1 communities, some fans decide to take their own winter break away from the likes of "F1twt" (F1 Twitter.) But others, like myself, like to stay in the know. There is so much motorsport related content on social media in this day and age, it's really quite difficult to get bored. Plus, you can meet all kinds of people and make friends for life!
So, there we have it. We may miss F1 in these next few months but there is plenty around to keep us petrol heads involved. Do you have any other ideas? Leave them in the comments below!
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