The tailgater is great, Even better is the Winegard Pathfinger X2 or so I'm told I am considering one of those for when I want Satellite (But then I do not often wish I had Sat)
There is a problem with them though.. Each "Dome type" antenna (these are both domes) can see ONE satellite at a time.. DISH used 3 (out of six) birds to provide programming.. the Tailgater can see 3 of these (Western Arc( the winegard all six, depending on where you are parked.
But if you ever want a second receiver so darling spouse can watch one show while you watch another.. NO JOY if the shows are on different satellites.
Your tripod mount,, Can see 2 or 3 birds (depending on it's model) no problem, it can also see farther and in worse weather.