Tailgating Essentials: Appliances for the Ultimate Game Day Experience

Tailgating has become more than just a pre-game tradition—it's an event in itself. If you want to take your game day experience to the next level, portable and compact appliances are a must.

Here’s how you can step up your tailgating game:

From portable coolers to ice makers and pizza ovens, we’ve gathered the must-have appliances to make tailgating easy, no matter the season or stadium.

Portable Appliances for Drink and Food Storage

Dining is one of the prime activities of tailgating. But you don’t have to settle for cold sandwiches and warm beverages anymore now that sophisticated portable appliances are available for use out of your vehicle. These items let you host friends in style or enjoy pre-game munchies with your family with ease.

Portable Coolers

Let’s start with beverages. A portable camping cooler will keep your drinks cold from the time you leave home until the final minutes of play, whether you’re heading to a football, soccer, or rugby game. But our portable coolers do more than just chill drinks; it keeps your food fresh, from appetizers to desserts, until you’re ready to eat.

With a generous 48-quart fridge compartment and a 32-quart freezer compartment, this cooler provides ample space for all your favorites. You can easily control the temperature between 68 and -4 degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring your beverages stay perfectly chilled and your food remains safe to eat. Plus, with its rugged exterior and wheels, moving it to and from tailgates is a breeze, making it the ultimate companion for your outdoor gatherings.

Beverage Fridges

Do you travel by bus or RV to your tailgating events? Why not store your drinks and snacks in one of our beverage fridges? It’s the ultimate way to bring hospitality on the go! With features like adjustable shelving, dual zone cooling, and various capacities, you can easily accommodate everyone’s favorite drinks in a fridge designed for beer, wine, and soda. Keep reading for tips on powering our appliances.

Ice Makers

Never run out of ice or drink warm beer again with our portable ice portable ice makers. These compact powerhouses produce ice in as little as five minutes, so you and your group can enjoy ice cold drinks all day. All you need is a power source.

Pizza Ovens

While grills are a staple for tailgating, they can be cumbersome and take up a lot of space. A great alternative is an electric pizza oven, which offers a more convenient and efficient cooking option.

A compact pizza oven is perfect for game days, allowing you to enjoy your favorite pizza wherever you are. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a restaurant-style pizza. Plus, you can make plenty of other tasty dishes in a portable pizza oven, like breadsticks, nachos, paninis, and more.

Heating and Cooling on the Go

Elevate your tailgating experience with a misting fan, designed to keep everyone cool on the hottest days. This powerful fan delivers a refreshing mist that helps beat the heat, making those sweltering summer games much more enjoyable. With its adjustable height and oscillating feature, you can direct the cool mist exactly where you need it, ensuring everyone stays comfortable, whether they're grilling, cheering, or relaxing. Its portable design means you can easily set it up at your tailgate or backyard party.

Stay warm during chilly game days with portable heaters, perfect for keeping your garage or basement cozy. While these heaters are designed for indoor use, they’re ideal for transforming your space into a comfortable viewing area when the temperatures drop. Simply plug in one of these powerful models, and you'll enjoy a steady flow of warmth that makes watching the game much more enjoyable.

Powering Your Compact Appliances at the Game

You might be wondering how to power your portable electric appliances. With NewAir’s Portable Cooler, you can use its rechargeable battery in four ways:

Car outlet
Wall outlet
External battery
Solar kit

Using a cooler powered by a rechargeable battery allows you to keep other power options available for your ice maker, misting fan, or electric pizza oven. The best power sources for your appliances will depend on their specific energy needs, but you can consider one or a combination of the following:

Portable Generator: A generator with over 2,000 watts will provide enough power for heat-generating appliances or to run multiple devices at once.
Portable Power Bank or Station: These come in various sizes and plug options. Some can even be charged with solar panels, making them useful for camping or emergency situations.
Vehicle AC Converter or Inverter: This allows you to run appliances off your car's battery. Be cautious not to drain your battery too much, as this could damage both your vehicle and your appliance. Be sure to check your owner’s manuals for compatibility.

Newair Has Everything You Need for the Ultimate Tailgating Experience

Shopping for tailgate essentials is easy with Newair. We have a range of compact appliances to make game day a blast. And we have dozens more items for hosting at home too, like wine fridges and humidors. At Newair, we’re all about helping you create the lifestyle you crave, full of family, friends, and fun.

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