How to Select a Heavy Duty Golf Net
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Security - The Most Important Criteria
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Security is the most
important selection criteria. It means to be and
feel secure (free) from harm of a golf ball in
flight when using a quality golf net. Basically,
golf nets are security facilities designed to
protect people and property from a swift projectile
(ball)...to always capture this force...arrest,
retard and drop it harmlessly to the floor or
ground.
Golf net security and
safety is the responsibility of both the golf net
manufacturer (materials and construction) and the
buyer/user (installation, operation and maintenance)
of the golf net. The latter, more importantly here,
should equate the security of the proposed facility
to be purchased with the anticipated risks.
Some things to note
are: in the backdrop net area (where balls hit
directly) the golf nets should be a safe distance
from the frame members to avoid ball rebound...that
the backdrop net is of the durability capable to
withstand the intensity, wear and tear...that it is
hung baffle loose to capture and decelerate the
hardest hit balls with comfortable silence. The top
and side golf nets should be securely attached to
the backdrop net and side - floor bottoms be of ball
capture integrity. The facility should be large
enough to cover the highest risks.
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Skimping on net
quality through price is a compounded loss for both
buyer and end user, even on a personal basis. Using
light weight netting in the backdrop area to receive
direct hit balls is very risky. Physical and
psychological security is essential for enjoyable
and efficient golf practice. Do not throw security
or money "out the window".
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What Size Net Should I Buy?
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A two dimensional
net (height and width but no sides) should be used
personally, with care, and responsibility...always
equating risk with security. Frequently
various fears and apprehensions may emerge from
insecurity of errant shots. The general solution is
purchasing a net that provides freedom from fear.
For example, with a
two dimensional net, a beginner may initially use
perforated, plastic balls, and low velocity shots
with a real ball. In due time, the user can
acquire sufficient skill and confidence to be and
feel secure. Move patiently but slowly into
reasonable shot consistency and proficiency, then
real ball speed may be implemented.
Generally, a three
dimensional net (height, width & depth) is optimal
for personal use and is essential for commercial and
group use. Whatever the facility or use may
be, the objective is to feel free, unhindered, and
secure in the hitting environment.
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Available in all
standard models. Generally indoors, it is
quite easy to install a 2 or 3 dimensional net
(without a frame) onto 2,4 or 6 of your support
points, or make your own frame. We recommend this
for your convenience and economy. The nets
come all ready to hang...hook onto your support
points...spaced according to the frame dimensions.
For bottom net floor security the net edge should
hug the floor through excess netting or anchored
support lines. A custom made net for you or
your business "golf room" with or without frame, is
also available...as are all replacement parts to
nets and mats.
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These nets are
usually heavy duty in standard sizes of 4' x 5' or
5' x 5.5' and hung in front of backdrop nets of
larger mesh sized netting (approximately 7/8" sq.)
for more durability in the concentrated hitting,
intensive use area. These nets are economical
and enhance longevity if you hit 10 or more drives
per day. In larger models with top and sides the
heavy duty backdrop is standard and included.
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For increasing net
longevity from long direct sun exposure (ultra
violet rays) a coating in green or black is
recommended where feasible. Generally though,
coating is unnecessary.
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We customize a wide
variety of netting applications for special custom
netting applications designed for multiple use
facilities and/or limited space. Call,
email or fax
your specifications and we will prepare an estimate.
For custom work,
replacement parts, and troubleshooting,
click here to reference the
parts legend to accurately describe parts. points, and laces to us.
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Aiming to a precise
target point is basic to developing golf skills.
Our patented target is a short range two axis
accuracy guide. The "bulls-eye" shows the
correct vertical axis point...the centerline shows
the horizontal axis. These two axes coupled with
ball spin net rebound feedback (the "ball spin
angle" formed between ball line of flight and net
rebound line ) provide a simple and practical means
of understanding and acquiring on course ball
control. This facility provides both and
accuracy and ball control guide.
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