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OT: Tailgating Canopy Bargain at Sporting Goods

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It isn't the biggest one 10'x10' Slant Leg yields 64 Sq Ft. But it is really nice for getting 10-15 folks out of the rain. A bargain at $49.99

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2935027

Looks like you can order online and pick up at the store. Also if you spend $50 or more you get $10 back

I highly recommend getting some weight plates too. A set of 4 can work with winds up to 15 mph.

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p...4946&lmdn=Category&cp=4406646.4413993.4414966

If you want to add sidewalls these should work. Two of them would cover the whole canopy. Just a fair warning...in high winds it won't work well. Better for cold, less windy days. We've had luck with sidewalls up to about 15-20 mph winds.

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p...egory&cp=4406646.4413993.4414966#BVRRWidgetID

Anyone have any comments/questions about canopies jump in.

Bottomline: These canopies are low cost ones. So you really need to have practice putting them up and down. It helps to have 4 persons but 2 can set one up/takedown if they are skilled. Do Not attempt to set up/take down with 4 drunk guys using beer muscles...you will destroy it. There is a skill and a set way to do it. Learn carefully while sober in your back yard with a buddy or two. I found it best if one guy carefully explains each set to the other 3 at the tailgate. Grab 3 smart friends, it helps if one of you is pretty tall to work the canopy velcro.
 
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Not sure if your portable propane heaters are out yet...but I like the one you can directly attach to a 20lb propane tank. Something like this. Best place to buy is online at sportsmanguide.com or at Harbor Freight or Northern Tool using a coupon.
Portable_Propane_Tank_Top_Heater.jpg


Mr. Heater makes self contained ones that are also nice but more expensive
http://www.mrheater.com/sporting/portable-buddy-heater.html
 
My method is to get to the tailgate early and when they see I am a geezer, a couple of young studs always volunteer to put up the canopy!
Noted...your deception will not last! :)
 
Not sure if your portable propane heaters are out yet...but I like the one you can directly attach to a 20lb propane tank. Something like this. Best place to buy is online at sportsmanguide.com or at Harbor Freight or Northern Tool using a coupon.
Portable_Propane_Tank_Top_Heater.jpg


Mr. Heater makes self contained ones that are also nice but more expensive
http://www.mrheater.com/sporting/portable-buddy-heater.html

Speaking of propane heaters: I am still in possession of the one purchased for the Fine Mess crew late last season. Anybody want to take it from me at the 'Nova tailgate?
 
Speaking of propane heaters: I am still in possession of the one purchased for the Fine Mess crew late last season. Anybody want to take it from me at the 'Nova tailgate?
Yes, bring it. I'll take it. Thx
 

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