{"id":40084,"date":"2016-11-18T13:16:15","date_gmt":"2016-11-18T20:16:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/?p=40084"},"modified":"2019-06-27T13:05:38","modified_gmt":"2019-06-27T20:05:38","slug":"tailgating-for-super-fans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2016\/11\/18\/tailgating-for-super-fans\/","title":{"rendered":"Tailgating for Super Fans"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-40218\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/tailgate-header.jpg\" alt=\"tailgate-header\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/tailgate-header.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/tailgate-header-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/tailgate-header-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Tailgating for super fans is not something to take lightly. Super fans know that the tailgate party means dressing the part, bringing the right supplies and repping your team above all else. Here are some surefire ways to tailgate like a super fan:<\/p>\n<h3>Dress the Part<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-40221 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/jerseys.jpg\" alt=\"jerseys\" width=\"314\" height=\"339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/jerseys.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/jerseys-278x300.jpg 278w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 314px) 100vw, 314px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>A tailgate isn&#8217;t the same if you aren&#8217;t sporting your team colors! \u00a0Be sure people know who you&#8217;re supporting on game day, and dress the part. \u00a0You could rock your team jersey or T-shirt, and maybe a hat or even some war paint!<\/p>\n<h3>Bring the Fun<\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s always a good idea to bring your own entertainment to a tailgate. \u00a0Cornhole is a great game for setting an exciting mood within your group. \u00a0It allows for some healthy competition, while still maintaining a fun and relaxing environment for everyone. \u00a0You can even save some money by making your own <a href=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/2014\/09\/13\/diy-portable-cornhole-game\/\">cornhole<\/a> set out of leftover moving supplies!<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40270 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/grilling2.jpg\" alt=\"grilling2\" width=\"271\" height=\"361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/grilling2.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/grilling2-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 271px) 100vw, 271px\" \/>Bring the Right Tools<\/h3>\n<p>Tailgating for super fans shouldn&#8217;t be limited to supporting your team. \u00a0You can also entertain your friends and family while you do it! \u00a0Grilling equipment is one way to do that. \u00a0Bring along:<\/p>\n<p><strong>1.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Propane-Tanks-Heaters\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=propane&amp;utm_content=20161118-tailgatingforsuperfans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Propane<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nThis is one of the single best tools for a successful tailgate. \u00a0It powers your grill, meat smoker, and heaters if you choose to bring them. \u00a0Propane is the foundation to cooking and staying warm while tailgating!<br \/>\n2.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Grilling-Tailgating-Accessories\/Char-Broil-Portable-Gas-Grill?id=17687&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=propane&amp;utm_content=20161118-tailgatingforsuperfans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Char-Broil Portable Gas Grill<\/strong><\/a>. \u00a0If you think you can only get freshly-grilled food at home or a restaurant, think again! \u00a0You can give your tailgate some flavor with this portable, sturdy grill that lights up by pushing a button.<\/p>\n<p>3.\u00a0<strong>Grill Baskets<\/strong>. \u00a0Whether you&#8217;re cooking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Grilling-Tailgating-Accessories\/Mr-Bar-B-Q-Grill-Flip-Basket?id=17811&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=propane&amp;utm_content=20161118-tailgatingforsuperfans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mixed vegetables\u00a0<\/a>or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Clearance-Items\/Non-Stick-Kabob-Baskets?id=4391&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=propane&amp;utm_content=20161118-tailgatingforsuperfans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">kabobs<\/a>, you can&#8217;t go wrong with a grill basket. \u00a0You can rotate all of your food with one easy-grip handle, and enjoy an evenly-cooked final product.<\/p>\n<p>5.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Grilling-Tailgating-Accessories\/Char-Broil-Digital-Meat-thermometer?id=17427&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=propane&amp;utm_content=20161118-tailgatingforsuperfans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Char-Broil Digital Meat Thermometer<\/strong><\/a>. \u00a0You don&#8217;t want anyone getting sick during the big game because of undercooked meat! \u00a0Be sure to use a meat thermometer to test your meal&#8217;s temperature before serving.<\/p>\n<h3>Show your Spirit<\/h3>\n<p>You want it to be clear who you&#8217;re supporting on game day! \u00a0Hopefully, you&#8217;ve dressed the part as we talked about above. \u00a0Now, it&#8217;s time to do the same for your tailgating equipment. \u00a0Be sure to use:<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Grilling-Tailgating-Accessories\/Grill-Covers-With-College-Logos?mid=707&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=propane&amp;utm_content=20161118-tailgatingforsuperfans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grill Covers With College Logos<\/a>. <\/strong>\u00a0Grill covers are a great way to protect your grill from the elements during your tailgating party. \u00a0But, why have a plain cover when you can have one that supports your team? \u00a0These covers are weather resistant with a drawstring bottom, and come in regular (59&#8243;x 19&#8243;x 42&#8243;) and large (68&#8243;x 43&#8243;x 23&#8243;) sizes.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Hitch-Covers\/Sports-Receiver-Covers\/Nfl-3D-Receiver-Covers?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=propane&amp;utm_content=20161118-tailgatingforsuperfans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NFL 3D Receiver Covers<\/a>. \u00a0<\/strong>If you want to really push your super fandom to the limit, decorate your hitch receiver with one of these 3D covers! \u00a0They lock onto your 2&#8243; hitch receiver and have a fade resistant image of your favorite NFL team.<\/p>\n<p>There you have it. \u00a0Bring along some games, grilling gear, and team spirit, and you&#8217;ll be tailgating like a super fan in no time!<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>What are some other ways to tailgate like a super fan? \u00a0Tell us in the comments below!<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<strong>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tailgating for super fans is not something to take lightly. 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