What's out there for tailgaters

Last update: September 29, 2007 - 9:53 AM

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