What makes Iowa State tailgating great?

**keepngoal** · 06-15-2011, 02:56 PM

Our mascot shows up!

**ItsCyence** · 06-15-2011, 02:56 PM

The team drives past tent row before the game being led by a bunch of drunk people in an old fire truck.

**weR138** · 06-15-2011, 02:57 PM

Originally Posted by Al_4_State

Iowa Chops, small town locker brats.

I think it's important to stress that small town Iowa locker brats are w/o peer. Yeah, I said it Wiscansin.

Also, it's all free for the asking. There is nothing like a breakfast of Iowa chops and Makers Mark @ JTS.

**Clones33** · 06-15-2011, 02:57 PM

Just heard back from him after I asked about why he is collecting information on underrated stadiums and tailgates. Here is what he said:

"Writing an article, can't say for who. If I use ISU, might ask for on-the-record quote. I'd heard some things about ISU already, this strengthens the case. Going to keep researching/talking to people, but this is a strong contender."

Keep posting more info, so if he does visit this site we will win, and if he does want a quote, I'll be able to be the most educated I can be on the topic.

Thanks everyone!

**MNCyGuy** · 06-15-2011, 03:03 PM

I find it heartening that he almost didn't think Iowa State was obscure enough for his list.

**azepp** · 06-15-2011, 03:10 PM

I know, I'm old, but in addition to all the great adult activities they have the kids zone with inflatables, face painting, Cy, etc. My kids love it.

Also, I love the tractor trams. We may as well be proud of the fact that we're an ag school!

**CYCLNST8** · 06-15-2011, 03:17 PM

In my college days, our tailgate specialty was "Itis burgers." This was a traditional cheeseburger, but we'd use Krispy Kreme donuts as buns. Along with a keg can of Heineken, I wouldn't be hungry for the rest of the weekend. I'd also bring a batch of chili when it got cold out and heat it up right over the grill.

**Cycsk** · 06-15-2011, 03:22 PM

Google Earth image (essentially 0.9 x 0.6 miles of tailgating):

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Don't use this picture because it is from a school day where you only see commuters and longterm parking. Hopefully, you can find an aerial shot from a gameday.

**jl112481** · 06-15-2011, 03:23 PM

I couldn't imagine not having six hours for tailgating. It's the best Saturdays of the year! The group atmosphere is what really makes it for me. Considering there is so much parking available it is simply amazing how packed the lots are. I can't say that I have a favorite food item. I tailgate with a bunch of picky eaters so we usually do the hamburgers and brats thing (unless it's breakfast).

**CycloneRulzzz** · 06-15-2011, 03:26 PM

Why it's great is because most game days the tailgate is the better than the games.

CPR is quickly changing that though.

**Cycsk** · 06-15-2011, 03:27 PM

Here is a testimonial. Last year, I tailgated all season with a guy who had worked for ISU for a short time. Now he lives and works in Peoria. He has been all over, but he has kept getting Iowa State season tickets and coming for tailgates for years because he has had such a good time here.

**M6WS6** · 06-15-2011, 03:30 PM

Drinking at 4-4:30 in the morning waiting IN LINE to get into the student lots when they open 5 A.M. for the 11:00 AM kick off. Hell yea...

**Cycsk** · 06-15-2011, 03:33 PM

Originally Posted by theshadow

This is a much better picture. Yet even it is not complete. It shows only the first two rows of sections north of the stadium. There are still two more rows of sections (with part of one shown). Then there is still more tailgating across the street that goes all the way around Hilton Coliseum and the Scheman Building. And plenty of tailgating that takes place in homes and frats, as well as along the residential streets west of the stadium for blocks.

**Cycsk** · 06-15-2011, 03:36 PM

Originally Posted by M6WS6

Drinking at 4-4:30 in the morning waiting IN LINE to get into the student lots when they open 5 A.M. for the 11:00 AM kick off. Hell yea...

Good point. Does anyone have a picture of the line of cars parked for hours to get into the lots?

**azepp** · 06-15-2011, 03:37 PM

Originally Posted by Cycsk

This is a much better picture. Yet even it is not complete. It shows only the first two rows of sections north of the stadium. There are still two more rows of sections (with part of one shown). Then there is still more tailgating across the street that goes all the way around Hilton Coliseum and the Scheman Building. And plenty of tailgating that takes place in homes and frats, as well as along the residential streets west of the stadium for blocks.

It's also taken during the game, so you don't see all of the people out tailgating.