Building the Perfect Tailgating Kit for Your Car

Football season is here, and for many people, that includes tailgating before or after watching their favorite team play. If you are planning on tailgating this fall, you may be building the perfect tailgating kit to take along in your car. One of the questions that people commonly have when they go to build tailgating kits is what types of items they should include to ensure that their tailgating kit has all of the essentials that may be needed. Read on to learn more about building the perfect tailgating kit for your vehicle. 

A Portable Grill Or Cooking Surface

You cannot have a tailgate party without food! And most tailgates revolve around grilling. As such, you should consider putting a portable grill in your tailgating kit. It is important to note that, in addition to a grill, you may want other cooking devices or cooking surfaces. Portable teppanyaki grills and griddles are becoming more and more popular, as you can make many dishes on them. Some people also prepare meals ahead and place them in portable Crock Pots. Plan out your meals and then think about what types of cooking devices you will need to prepare food or keep pre-made food heated. 

A Cooler or Ice Chest

Another must-have for any tailgater is a cooler or ice chest. You cannot sit outside and converse with other football fans if your mouth is dry and you are parched. A cooler or ice chest allows you to keep your drinks nice and cold throughout the duration of your tailgate. It should be noted that if you are tailgating in a stadium parking lot, you should do your research in regards to whether or not you can bring alcohol in your cooler, including beer. There may be no alcohol allowed or you may not be allowed to bring in glass bottles. 

Foldable Outdoor Furniture

Now that you have the devices you need to cook your food and keep your drinks cold, you need to think about staying comfortable while you are tailgating. This means that you will want to invest in some foldable outdoor furniture to keep in your tailgating kit. This may include tables and chairs. As you look to purchase foldable outdoor furniture, consider the weight of the furniture and how easy it is to fold it up when you are done using it. If the furniture is heavy or hard to operate, it may be problematic. Look for light and easy pieces. 

Disposable Dishes and Utensils

Most people tailgate either before or after a football game. And they also watch the football game itself. This can be an all-day event. As such, by the time the event is over, you may be tired and ready to head home and go to bed. The last thing that you want to do is to have a stack of dirty dishes or dirty silverware to clean. This means that you should be sure to put disposable dishes and utensils in your tailgating kit. This makes clean-up a breeze. Even better, you can likely find disposable dishes in your team's color, helping to further enhance the atmosphere.  

Basic Cleaning Supplies

Another item that you should always include in your tailgating kit is basic cleaning supplies. When you are grilling and eating, messes can be made. You want to ensure that you have things such as paper towels, hand soap, wet wipes, and even soap to clean your grill. Having basic cleaning supplies ensures everyone can stay clean. Also, ensure you bring large trash bags to easily dispose of your trash. 

Decorations and Party Supplies

The last must-have item in your tailgating kit is decorations and party supplies. People commonly decorate their vehicles and the area around their vehicles while tailgating. This can include a festive picnic table, streamers and balloons in your team's colors, and even decorations designed specifically for your favorite college or NFL football team. Do an online search to see what types of items you can find to include in your tailgating kit. If possible, look for items you can reuse week after week to help you get the most bang for your buck out of the decorations that you are purchasing. 

Of course, one of the most important things to have if you are tailgating is the perfect automobile. The right automobile can be decorated to support your team and can carry all of the goodies for your tailgating feast. If you are looking for a new or used vehicle, visit Glockner Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Ashland today and let our team help you find the perfect vehicle for tailgating and your day-to-day life.