A complete tailgate setup comes down to three jobs: something to cook on, something to keep the drinks cold, and a way to get it all from the car to your spot. Below are three setups built around those jobs, sized for a small crew, a hosting crew and a big one. Each lists every item with its price, and one button adds the whole setup to your cart.
The short answer
| Setup | Best for | Cook | Cold | Haul | Total |
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| The Grill Captain | A small crew, parked close | Monument G22 grill | Taiga 27 qt | Your hands | $417.98 |
| The Host | Hosting the spot everyone visits | G22 + Dubler HEAT | Cordova 50 qt on wheels | Luxel CEC-2BR wagon | $996.23 |
| The Whole Lot | A big crew in the far lot | G22 + Dubler HEAT + cornhole scoreboard | Cordova 65, Taiga 55, Party Barge | Luxel 500W wagon | $1,840.76 |
The Grill Captain: $417.98
Who it's for: For the one who mans the grill while someone else brings the chairs. A tabletop grill that sits on a dropped tailgate, a cooler that fits the trunk, and two rubs so the burgers and the wings taste different.
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Monument G22 Tabletop Gas Grill, 2 Burners
$199.00
15,000 BTU across 2 burners, 10 burgers at once. -
Taiga 27 qt Hard Cooler, 24 Cans
$199.00
Holds about 24 cans with ice. Made in the USA. -
World Spice KC Tailgater's BBQ Rub (small tin, ground)
$9.99
A Kansas City rub of 13 spices, sweet and earthy with mild heat. -
Butcher BBQ Honey Rub, The Original (shaker)
$9.99
A sweet honey rub for ribs, chicken and burnt ends. Made in the USA.
Total: $417.98 for 4 items, at the same prices as on each product page.
Every item ships from its own maker, so this setup can arrive in several boxes on different days.
The Host: $996.23
Who it's for: For the crew whose spot everyone walks over to. The grill handles the burgers, the Dubler keeps the sides hot, and the wagon and the wheeled cooler cover the trip from the car.
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Cordova 50 qt Outpost Class Wheeled Cooler (Scree)
$379.49
63 cans on wheels you pull, not carry. -
Revo Dubler HEAT Flameless Chafer and Cooler
$198.89
Two half-size pans kept warm about 5 hours (per Revo), no fuel. Made in the USA. -
Monument G22 Tabletop Gas Grill, 2 Burners
$199.00
15,000 BTU across 2 burners, 10 burgers at once. -
Luxel CEC-2BR Electric Wagon, Tank Wheels and Table
$189.00
Motorized, 220 lb load, about 3 miles per charge. -
Revo Multi-Color Light-Up Ice Cubes, 12 pack
$29.85
Twelve sealed cubes, 8 color modes, push-button on.
Total: $996.23 for 5 items, at the same prices as on each product page.
Every item ships from its own maker, so this setup can arrive in several boxes on different days.
The Whole Lot: $1,840.76
Who it's for: For the season-ticket crew that sets up early, feeds a crowd and parks in the far lot. Two big coolers, a drink tub for the table, a cornhole scoreboard with drink holders, and a 500W wagon to haul it.
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Luxel Electric Wagon, 500W with Balloon Wheels
$449.00
A 500W motor, 250 lb load and 9 in balloon wheels. -
Cordova 65 qt Basecamp Class Hard Cooler (Scree)
$349.99
65 cans plus ice, enough for the whole tailgate. -
Taiga 55 qt Hard Cooler, 60 Cans
$299.00
About 60 cans with ice and 2 in of foam. Made in the USA. -
Revo Party Barge Cooler
$194.89
A 44 in beverage tub: 3 ice bays, 39 cans or bottles. Made in the USA. -
Revo Dubler HEAT Flameless Chafer and Cooler
$198.89
Two half-size pans kept warm about 5 hours (per Revo), no fuel. Made in the USA. -
Monument G22 Tabletop Gas Grill, 2 Burners
$199.00
15,000 BTU across 2 burners, 10 burgers at once. -
Scorezit Cornhole Scorekeeper Set
$140.00
A scoreboard to 21 plus drink holders at both boards: 4 drinks and 2 phones. Made in the USA. -
World Spice KC Tailgater's BBQ Rub (small tin, ground)
$9.99
A Kansas City rub of 13 spices, sweet and earthy with mild heat.
Total: $1,840.76 for 8 items, at the same prices as on each product page.
Every item ships from its own maker, so this setup can arrive in several boxes on different days.
How to pick
- Count the crew. The Taiga 27 holds about 24 cans with ice, fine for a few people. The Host's Cordova 50 holds 63. The Whole Lot carries well over 100 across its two coolers and the Party Barge.
- Measure the walk. If you park next to your spot, carry it. If the lot is a long haul, pick a setup with a wagon: the CEC-2BR carries 220 lb, the 500W carries 250 lb.
- Decide who cooks. Every setup has the G22 for the grill. The Dubler HEAT keeps sides warm without a flame.
- Check your stadium first. Grill and propane rules vary by lot. Look yours up in the tailgating rules by stadium before game day.
- Already own a piece? Add the setup, then remove that item in your cart. Or open any item's page and add it on its own.
Questions
What gear do you need for a tailgate?
At minimum: a grill, a cooler, and something to haul it with. Then chairs, a table and shade. For the full list, see the tailgate checklist.
Will the whole setup arrive in one box?
No. Every item ships from its own maker, so a setup can arrive in several boxes on different days.
Does the grill come with a propane tank?
No. The Monument G22 comes with a hose for a 20 lb tank; the tank isn't included. To run 1 lb bottles, you need Monument's 1 lb adapter, sold separately.
More ideas for game day
Shopping for someone else? The tailgating gift guide has picks at every price. Headed somewhere new? Find your stadium guide for parking, lot hours and what's allowed.