Hey All, We've decided to upgrade yet again, but I'm looking for some feedback first. I am considering the portable satellite dish (Tailgater http://www.12volt-travel.com/tailgater-portable-automatic-satellite-for-dish-p-23348.html). I wanted to know if anyone here has experience with these and if you're happy with it or not.I've seen them in the camp grounds many times over the years, but I've never stopped to chat with anyone about the units.Thanks a bunch, Don

The extra bucks for a Winegard Pathway X2 would be a better choice in my opinion. The X2 has a larger reflector than the Tailgater for less rain fade, and is also capable of receiving both the Dish western arc satellites (110, 119, 129) and eastern arc satellites (61.5, 72.7, 77). The X2 is slightly larger than the Tailgater though, if storage space is a critical issue.

We've had one for about 5 years. Very happy with it.Only certain Dish receiver boxes will work with it.I no longer have to spend a half hour (or more) putting up the tripod, our old antenna and aligning it.

Thank you both very much. Yes, storage space is an issue. I'm only interested in DISH Network. Rain fade is a consideration though as that's typically when I'd want to watch TV while camping...I understand about the Tailgater working only with certain satellite receivers. I'd say that five years should be enough time to give good feedback and yours is much appreciated.Don.

We have used a tailgater for over 4 years with no issues. But there is a new one that you can use two receivers too so you can have 2 tvs hooked up instead of 1!

DonJ68 wrote:I'd say that five years should be enough time to give good feedback and yours is much appreciated.That depends.The poster you responded to is from CA, an area of the country that only uses DISH's Western Arc sats.Since you (OP) said you're from "Everywhere", I would think you would want a DISH antenna that works everywhere -- and that's not a Tailgater.Get a Pathway X2. It works everywhere.Finally, as of August 1st, DISH is dropping Western Arc locals for a number of cities. Another reason to get an X2 that supports both Western & Eastern Arc sats.

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hbillsmith
Explorer
May 19, 2016
lbrjet wrote:
You don't need a local channel adaptor if you just call Dish and change your service address.

That is true. You can change your local address each time you move. Many find using a browser and a chat window the easiest option to do just that. Keep in mind that your TVs back home will lose their local channels if you have left anybody behind at home to watch them.
DonJ68
Explorer
May 21, 2016
I was thinking the same thing about the service address. Fortunately I don't need or want "local" programming. Well I did receive the tailgater and the 211z yesterday just as promised. I have the receiver activated and the dish connected. I was just sitting in the camper watching a little TV and remembered that I also promised an update here. It's raining here today. A lot. No problems with the satellite TV. I love it!!! Thank you all for all of your feedback.
DonJ68
Explorer
May 21, 2016
ORbiker wrote:
I purchased the King Tailgater at Cabela's on sale for $449. I had some gift cards for almost 2 years that helped with the payment.

Tailgater

Whoa! I paid $100 less, got free shipping, didn't have to drive and got reward points to use later on!

http://www.12volt-travel.com/tailgater-portable-automatic-satellite-for-dish-p-23348.html

I almost feel bad pointing this out.

Don
lbrjet
Explorer
May 21, 2016
The Cabelas price includes the receiver so it is about a wash.

I like local channels so I can record the local news and watch the local weather forecasts. Especially prior to a travel day.
DonJ68
Explorer
May 22, 2016
oh. yeah it's a wash. I did have to purchase the receiver separately, so I guess the cost is about the same.

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