This season, you could put in a half-ass tailgate effort, or you could go all-in and dominate every parking lot in sight. We suggest the latter. And to do so, the items below will come in handy.
1. Hex Sunglasses — Dragon
$140
These large-fit shades will have you lookin’ fly during the afternoon parking lot soirée. The lightweight frame won’t bog you down and the polycarbonate lens offers 100-percent UV protection, too.
2. ColdGear Reactor Hybrid Jacket — Under Armour
$185
You’ll need a stylish, high-performance garment to keep you comfortable during the tailgate. The Under Armour ColdGear Reactor Hybrid Jacket features ColdGear Reactor insulation for warmth, as well as stretch-fleece side and underarm panels for optimal mobility. Shake your booty, without worry.
3. Yukon 2 Burner Stove — Camp Chef
$190
The Yukon 2 is ideal for post-shred grilling in the parking lot. Its two 30,000 BTU burners and 448-square-inch cooking area allow you to fit as much grub on the grill as you and your group desire. Its removable legs make for easy storage and a three-sided windscreen ensures the weather doesn’t ruin your appetite.
4. Big Turtle Shell — Outdoor Technology
$196
A tailgate party without tunes is… lame. The Big Turtle Shell packs big sound, connects to your devices via Bluetooth or a 3.5-mm stereo input, boasts 7,800 milliamps of battery power (that’s 16 hours of play time) and has USB charge ports to power up your phone, GoPro, etc.
5. Men’s 1964 Premium T Wool Boot — Sorel
$170
Whether you’re grilling and partying in the middle of a snow storm or during the spring melt, these classy boots are going to keep your feet dry. A waterproof leather upper, rubber outsole and fully seam sealed construction dam up any flood of moisture, and its removable wool inner allows them to be worn mid-winter or late-season.
6. Yeti 400 Solar Generator — Goal Zero
$460
The Yeti 400 will help the tailgate rage until well after the sun has gone down. It boasts a 400Wh, 33Ah battery capacity and has two USB outputs, a 12V port and two AC ports to help charge whatever electronics are vital to elevating your fun levels. It can be charged in five hours via a wall charge or right there at the car in about 13 hours.
7. Slope Pack — Line Skis
$75
This 40-liter boot bag’s back flap doubles as a changing mat so you can swap footwear in the muddy parking lot without dirtying up your socks. Integrated venting helps air out your stinky boots and dry them, as well.
8. Helinox Swivel Chair — Big Agnes
$150
Ideal for taking a load off around the grill, beer in-hand, the Helinox Swivel is lightweight and portable, has breathable mesh on either side and rotates, ensuring you can converse with any and all at the tailgate party.
9. Hopper 30 — Yeti
$350
The Yeti Hopper 30 utilizes closed-cell rubber foam for insulation to keep your beverages and food cold for days on end. The cooler is 100-percent leakproof and made from a high-density fabric that combats rips and tears, UV Rays and unwanted moisture from invasion.
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