THIS WEEK’S FIELD TIP

When scarifying or nail dragging your infield skin, never penetrate deeper than the depth of a baseball cleat (about 3/8″). The same holds true with the depth of your topdressing material on an infield skin. We want a loose “cushioning layer” on the surface of an infield to provide some resiliency but you don’t want to compromise the firm base needed for traction. An excessive topdressing layer or nail scarification ( > than 1/2″ depth) will decrease or eliminate the traction that players need. This will increase the risk for groin, hamstring, leg, knee and ankle injuries.

3′ x 5′ Steel Mat Drag 10% OFF

Perfect for grooming your field. This 3′ x 5′ steel mat drag with leveling bar also has a bar riveted to the lead edge for stiffness & strength. Exclusive Steel Mat Infield Drag: use steel10 during checkout (one-week offer valid thru May 1).

Mound Slope Gauge 10% OFF

The essential tool for a proper mound slope. Includes a heavy-duty aluminum alignment gauge, metal ruler, two support rods, storage container, and instructions. Exclusive Beacon Mound Slope Gauge: use slope10 during checkout (one-week offer valid thru May 1).

FEATURED OPEN BOX ITEM OF THE WEEK

1-1/2 Inch Hose Nozzle … SAVE $35! — Hose nozzle for 1-1/2 inch hose. Like-new condition. 1-1/2 Inch Hose Nozzle

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