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The time to rev up the tailgate practice has hit. Make sure the generator is in good working order, check the tent canopies and folding chairs for any dry-rot. Check the seasoning on your cast-iron, and try out the burner to make sure everything is in the proper working order. Start working on your opponent-specific playlists. Try out some new recipes and figure out some new brews and bevs to try out. Remember, tailgate practice makes tailgates perfect.