Back yard batting cage?

[lostcreek1]

Thinking about building a batting cage. Looking for opinions, tips do’s and don’ts from folks that have already been through this. If you could post up a pic of yours that would be awesome. Want something that will last even if I have to spend a little more up front.

 

[Westwind]

Batting cage ???

Hello, been debating on adding a batting cage to my backyard, space is not an issue, what are y’all recommendations ? It will also serve as a pitching cage DD is playing 10u, also looking into add a pitching machine ... thanks

www.discussfastpitch.com

There is some info in this thread

 

[Towny9]

Skywalker sports has a semi permanent batting cage that I have at my house and it sells for just under $1000. We have been extremely happy going on 3 years now.

 

[lostcreek1]

I think I can get my hands on 3 power poles that I could cut up and set 6 20’ power poles about 4’ in the ground. 3 on each end about 75’ apart and string wire from end to end to hang the net on. Then I could put some lights on top of the power poles. Has anyone done this and is so how did the poles stand up to the weight of the net?

 

[Gambler Bob]

I think I can get my hands on 3 power poles that I could cut up and set 6 20’ power poles about 4’ in the ground. 3 on each end about 75’ apart and string wire from end to end to hang the net on. Then I could put some lights on top of the power poles. Has anyone done this and is so how did the poles stand up to the weight of the net?

What are power poles?

 

[Westwind]

Utility poles? Like power and telephone wires etc?

 

[cvsoftball]

1" pipe for a cage, secure the netting, good to go.

 

[lostcreek1]

Are you talking about just end post or using them to build middle supports also?

 

[Towny9]

Unless you really want to build your own for fun, buy the skywalker sports one. Bonus is once you are done with it nothing is buried in the ground and you can sell it and recoup some money.

 

[Westwind]

Skywalker Sports Competitive Series Batting Cage

Our batting cage is free-standing and easily collapses for a movable practice experience. Order from Skywalker Sports for baseball equipment that will help perfect your skills.

www.skywalkertrampolines.com

Looks pretty slick!