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Which type of netting would you recommend to be used outdoors in a state with a lot of sunlight? |
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For outdoor usage in areas that receive a lot of sunlight, we recommend polyethylene because polyethylene will lose only 10% of its strength over its life.
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Which type of netting would you recommend for backyard / family use? |
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Twisted and knitted polyethylene are excellent for backyards and little leagues. We recommend #36 twine size for high schools and colleges.
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How long does it take to install a batting cage frame? |
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Once the ground sleeves are cemented in, it should take approximately one to two hours to finish installing your frame.
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If you are using a pitching machine, which net should you use? |
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All our nets can be used with any pitching machine. We do suggest using a backstop to save wear and tear on the net. For pitching machines used at 60 mph or less any net can be used. If the machine is pitching balls 80+ mph to high school or above, we recommend using the #36 twisted poly and nylon.
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What is the difference between twisted and knitted (knotless) netting? |
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Twisted netting has knots and consists of three strands twisted together and knitted netting is knitted like golf netting. Twisted is stronger than knitted netting, but knitted netting is excellent for under high school level baseball. If the mesh leg size is over 1 7/8", the knots may move and balls sometimes will go through the mesh. Knotless (knitted) netting has all the meshes at a fixed size and balls cannot escape the net unless a mesh breaks. All of the twisted nets are hung on the square. The knitted nets are hung on the diamond which makes the net stretch more from side to side, therefore absorbing the blows of the balls, hitting against it, over several meshes. |
Baseball
Guides and Resources |
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Batting Cage Facts |
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Helpful information about the materials used in both nylon and polyethelyne batting cages.
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Back
Yard Batting Cage |
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The backyard batting cage is a popular choice for many
homeowners, this guide offers some helpful tips on buying and installing
a home batting cage.
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Batting
Practice |
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Pitching distance can be used as a
guide to help determine an ideal practice set up along with an appropriate
batting cage size. |
