Batting cages provide a space to practice baseball and softball swings without worrying about injury or property damage. However, choosing the right batting cage net is essential for safety and functionality.


A net with proper tension and securing will prevent balls from escaping. It will also be less likely to tear or sag, and help you comply with baseball batting cage nets regulations.


Nylon

The net is the primary component of a batting cage that encounters the most wear and tear from use. The baseball batting cage nets should be made of a strong material that will resist damage from both the ball and the elements. Nylon has been the traditional net material for years and is still commonly used in commercial sports complexes today. Polyethylene (poly) batting cage nets are becoming increasingly popular and will usually hold up better outdoors than nylon.


Nylon batting cage netting can be manufactured in either knotted or knotless styles. Knotted batting cage nets are typically found in a square pattern while knotless batting cage nets are often found in a diamond pattern. Both types are extremely strong; however, knots create points of accelerated wear which can shorten the lifespan of the net.


The tensile strength (the amount of force the twine can withstand before breaking) and thickness are important considerations for batting cage netting. The higher the tensile strength and thicker the twine, the stronger and more durable the baseball batting cage nets.


Poly

The primary component of a batting cage is the net. It encounters the most wear and tear and can suffer from moisture and exposure to the elements. It is important to find the right net for your backyard batting cage based on the age and strength of the players using it as well as how often they will use it.


Nylon is the traditional material for batting cage netting but polyethylene (or "poly") nets are becoming more popular and will generally hold up better outdoors than nylon. They are also more cost effective.


The twine size, which is called the netting gauge, also plays an important role in the durability of a batting cage net. The higher the gauge number, the thicker the twine and the longer it will typically last.


Knotted

Knotted batting cage nets are the traditional standard and have been known to last for years of use. They do have points of accelerated wear due to the knots but a well-constructed knotted net will still outlast a poorly constructed knotless net. Our knotted baseball batting cage nets tunnel nets are made of twisted polyethylene netting in a #42-gauge weight with sewn rope borders around the entire perimeter and corners have 6' rope tails to make it easier to hang. They are available in six different sizes and have a 3-year warranty.


Many companies will advertise the "break strength" of their batting cage netting, but this is misleading. Break strength refers to the amount of tension a strand can endure before it begins "necking." This does not necessarily relate to durability and should not be used as the sole determining factor when choosing a batting cage net. Instead, choose a net that is well-constructed and will hold up to professional or collegiate usage.


Knotless

The batting cage net is the single component of any batting cage that encounters the most wear and tear, and it should be the strongest and longest-lasting available. We use a combination of processes to ensure the durability and longevity of our netting. First, our netting is manufactured with high-density polyethylene (commonly referred to as "poly") – the same material used in most professional baseball facilities and MLB batting cages. Then, it's treated with our Inside/Out 2X treatment process that significantly increases abrasion resistance and protects against UV rays for maximum durability.


Our knotted netting is also superior to others, with rope borders on all 4 sides for added support and stronger connections between strands. We offer square-hung or diamond-hung netting, with the former being easier to install and providing straighter lines. The latter allows the shock of a ball to be spread across multiple strands instead of concentrating on a single point, increasing durability and life-span.