SmartChoice
BY JAYNE CANNON
Tailgate time GRILL AND CHILL
SOUND ADVICE
DOUBLE DUTY Forgot to stop for ice? Need to keep your chili hot? No worries when you add the Wagan 46 Quart 12V Cooler/Warmer to your list of tailgate take-alongs. It looks like a standard cooler, but it plugs into your vehicle outlet, so it can cool or warm as you need it to. A collapsible handle makes travel a breeze. $170. (800) 231‑5806; wagan.com.
SERIOUS RADIO “Neither snow nor rain nor heat …” OK, that’s the Postal Service, but it could apply to tailgate parties, too. When the downpour starts, you’ll be glad to have the Bosch PowerBox Water-Resistant Cordless Bluetooth Jobsite Radio by your side. This rough, tough radio lets you connect to internet radio and stored music, too. $199. (800) 445‑6937; lowes.com.
WARM-UP ROUTINE You’re a stalwart—no matter how cold it gets, you’re tailgating. Knock the chill off with the Ultra Performance 12-Volt Heated Travel Blanket. Use a car outlet to power the blanket to a maximum 149 degrees. With a 7-foot power cord, it brings the heat where you need it. $30. (800) 466‑3337; homedepot.com.
HEAR, HEAR Never miss a second of the pregame show or color commentary from your favorite announcer. The tiny, voice-activated Bluetooth Phantom Ultimate Ears Boom 2 is a wireless speaker that comes in a choice of snappy colors and booms out big, 360-degree sound to give your tailgate team an earful. $200. (646) 454‑3200; ultimateears.com.
STRIKE A CORD You’ve gathered everything for a perfect tailgate, but you’re powerless to enjoy it if your extension cord is too short. Energize your space with the Wagan 12V/24V DC Socket Extension. This 12-foot, weatherproof cord stands up to the elements and plugs into an auto outlet, so you can power play-by-plays, food stations and other creature comforts. $15. (800) 231‑5806; wagan.com.
SUN TV The big game is sold out. Don’t panic—no need to cancel the tailgate party. Gather friends and food, and don’t miss a minute of the action on a no-glare outdoor screen. The 32-inch Skyvue Outdoor TV boasts a bright screen that you can watch in direct sunlight. With HDTV, you’ve still got the best seat in—or out of— the house. $2,597. (877) 475‑9883; skyvue.com.
FIRED UP What’s a tailgate party without hot-off-the-grill food? The Pampered Chef Indoor Outdoor Portable Grill gives you just-grilled flavors and aromas without hauling the backyard cooker to the game. Use electric power, or opt for charcoal. Grates go in the dishwasher for easy cleanup. $125. (888) 687‑2433; pamperedchef.com.
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Fall, football, food, fun and friends— and tools to bring it all together.
SOUTH CAROLINA LIVING | OCTOBER 2017 | SCLIVING.COOP
CHARGE! Tailgating tech toys are only fun when they’re powered up and ready to go. No outlets handy? Use the Ryobi Bluetooth Digital Inverter Generator to keep hot foods hot, cold drinks cold, and phones, radios, TVs and other electrics humming. Bluetooth lets you monitor everything from your smartphone. $599. (800) 466‑3337; homedepot.com.