Tailgate

Tailgate refers to the board or gate at the back of a vehicle that is hinged at the bottom and can be removed for convenience sake in the case of loading or unloading. This is the opposite of a lift-gate or hatchback, when the door at the back of a vehicle is hinged at the top of the vehicle. In Britain it is normally referred to as the boot of a car, but is the same as a tailboard that is sometimes used as a synonym. Tailgate can also refer to an outdoor snack or beverage that is served for the back of a vehicle such as a pick-up truck at a sporting event.

Tailgate is also used as a verb for the action of following another vehicle at a very close distance. Related words include follow, keep close by, pursue, shadow, tag tail and trail.

The tailgate has given to rise to tailgate parties that are a social event held on and around the open tailgate of a vehicle. Activities include barbequing and often involve the use of alcoholic beverages. Tailgate parties are usually done in the parking lots of stadiums or sports arenas just before or after big sports events such as football or basketball play-offs.

If you are a tailgater and would like to host the best tailgate parties ever, you will have to get up to date with the newest gadgets and equipment to make you the king of tailgate. You can invest in a tailgate trailer that will have state of the art equipment such as a custom barbeque to sear, roast, steam or smoke those absolutely delicious meats, a stainless steel tap for ice cold beer, sink for cleaning up afterwards, stereo system and seating area. You can now have a tailgate party anywhere, because, well you can.

If you are more specific about the events you attend to enjoy a tailgate party, such as football games, you will have to have some top items that are associated with football tailgate parties. You will have to have a proper charcoal grill to hear the meat sizzle. Choose one that fits easily into your trunk with a gadget to help prevent a mess afterwards.

Something cool to ease the heat is always welcome. Invest in a proper cooler to keep those beverages and condiments cold. No-one wants to stand around at a party, including a tailgate party. Get yourself something nice to sit on, preferably with a cup holder to help you keep track of your drink. A table to put down all those cutlery stuff is also nice to have. Whatever you want, take it with to make your tailgate party as comfortable and enjoyable as you would like it to be. Being at a tailgate party should make you feel just as comfortable as if you are at home.