OSU Ultimate Buckeye Tailgate Bus

This 18-seat OSU Buckeye custom tailgater began originally as a 35-foot school bus, and is equipped with some of best features any tailgate fan would enjoy.

The inside of the bus is equipped with amenities such as a 12-volt cooler, microwave, DVD player, and CD player. Leather scarlet and gray recliners and sofas line the sides of the bus providing plenty of “hang-out” room during tailgating. A full restroom guarantees no one will need to step outside during those cold Columbus night tailgate sessions.

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OSU Bullet Tailgate Bus by CMI

After seven years of constructing state-of-the-art tailgating vehicles, Creative Mobile Interiors finally has its own tailgate rig dubbed, The Buckeye Bullet. The party bus started off as a 1999 El Dorado Shuttle Bus, and is decorated in Buckeye paraphernalia from head to toe.

Inside, the tailgate bus is equipped with plenty of LCD’s including a 15” TV in the restroom. All the TV’s are hooked up to the mobile satellite dish providing entertainment throughout. A large scarlet and gray U lounge with either an extra seat or a cocktail table supplies plenty of seating for elaborate tailgating events.

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Playboy Names Miami Top Party School of 2009

Last week, Playboy unveiled its annual "Top Party Schools" list, and perennial '80s party school, Miami, ended up on top. The magazine collected information from its staff writers and photographers, campus representatives, and thousands of college students. Rankings were "scientifically" based on bikini (scenery), campus, sports, sex, and brains. Yes, they added brains this year.

Anytime you release a list such as this one, the debates can rage on for months, or until next year's list is released. So let the debate begin!

Here's the 2009 Top 10 Party School list from Playboy:

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OSU Shuts Down HineyGate...Sad

After 26 years of entertaining tailgaters, HineyGate, a.k.a. the parking lot outside the Holiday Inn on W. Lane Avenue, will close its doors forever. The Ohio State University has bought the 243-room hotel in order to convert it into a residence for more than 450 students, and some OSU alums and fans are calling “FOUL!” HineyGate has become known as one of college football’s greatest tailgating parties. Fall Saturdays would draw thousands of fans, vendors, and bands to this premiere tailgating spot. There is no word on a change of venue for this event.

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Purdue Packs a Punch with Tailgate Short Bus

Headed for its sixth season of service, the Purdue Short Bus has become a tailgating legend in front of Ross-Ade Stadium. The bus was originally purchased in June of 2004, after its founding members discovered the perfect fit during an online search. After seeing some early action serving as a wedding party transporter for one of its members, the Tailgate Short Bus faced its first days of service during the 2004 Purdue Football Season.

During its transformation, the short bus was first professionally painted black before gold accents were added to the outside. The back two rows of seats were cleared, and green astro turf was installed to make room for all those tailgate goodies. The dash also recieved a fresh coat of paint as it was painted black to match the outside. Also, a cd player and speakers were added to created the perfect tailgating atmosphere!

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Big Ten Tailgating Wisconsin Style

What else would you expect from America's oldest Division I college athletic conference, The Big Ten? They most certainly start 'em young! The owner of the RV with the 16 chefs looks like an early favorite for "Tailgate Setup of the Year."