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SATELLITE TO GO
What you get: The DIRECTV Sat-Go is a portable satellite TV system that includes a receiver, antenna and TV in one easy-to-carry case.
Find it: www.directv.com/satgo; 1-800-DIRECTV
Cost: $999
FREEDOM GRILL
What you get: The FG-100 stainless steel grill mounts onto a 2-inch hitch, with arms that lock into place for driving and swing away from the vehicle for cooking. The grill also includes a stand, so it can be used away from the vehicle. Freedom Grill makes a smaller FG-50 and two larger tow-behind models.
Find it: www.store.freedomgrill.com; 1-866-964-7455
Cost: $899
THE ULTIMATE TAILGATE
What you get: 5-by-8-foot trailer includes a 26-inch LCD TV, satellite dish, DVD player, 1,000-watt generator, running water, beer on tap, electrical outlets and a toilet.
Find it: www.gamedaycustoms.com; 562-408-0534
Cost: $13,900 for the base model; custom options extra
GAS-POWERED BLENDER
What you get: The Totally Portable Tailgator uses a small but powerful engine to mix drinks.
Find it: At Cabela's; www.tailgatorzone.com; 1-866-964-7455
Cost: $299.95
TAKE-A-SEAT
What you get: It's a bench, bike rack and cargo carrier all in one that attaches to your car's hitch. The invention by Wisconsinites Pat and Vickie Rock earned them a spot in the top 25 finalists on the first season of American Inventor.
Find it: For sale at thetakeaseat.com in November. Pre-order by calling 262-337-3287.
Cost: $299.95
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