Types of Pitches Pitch typeDescription3GLong-pile synthetic grass with a pile height of 40mm to 65mm. Typically filled with a combination of sand and performance infill.4GSynthetic grass without a need for rubber crumb5GSynthetic grass without a need for rubber crumb6GSynthetic grass without a need for rubber crumbA guide to all astroturf pitches: 2G, 3G, 4G and beyond www.sispitches.com › the-definitive-guide-to-all-types-of-astroturf-pitches-…
Read moreHow do 3G pitches work?
3G pitches are a synthetic turf made from artificial grass, supported by a base layer of sand and rubber crumb infill. The rubber crumb is spread throughout the blades of grass to provide a natural feel similar to real turf .
Read moreWhat studs for 4G pitch?
The best style of boots for a 4G pitch are those with plastic moulded studs . Wearing football boots with metal studs on a 4G pitch can damage the surface and even cause injury to the player.
Read moreWhy is a 4G pitch good?
The shockpad layer installed in 4G pitches delivers a cushioning effect, reducing the chance of injury . This can be very beneficial during the colder months of the year – when turf pitches can freeze and harden very quickly. There is a very clear economic benefit involved with the installation of 4G pitches too.
Read moreWhat is a 4G pitch?
Fourth Generation (4G) surfaces consist of one element: synthetic turf . These surfaces are still in the early stage of development and are designed to eliminate the requirement for any infill products, whilst still meeting all the performance and testing requirements required by the sporting governing bodies.13 Mar 2019
Read moreWhat is a g4 pitch?
Fourth Generation (4G) surfaces consist of one element: synthetic turf . These surfaces are still in the early stage of development and are designed to eliminate the requirement for any infill products, whilst still meeting all the performance and testing requirements required by the sporting governing bodies.
Read moreIs a hockey pitch 3G?
3G surfaces are designed primarily for football and rugby and England Hockey does not consider it suitable for competitive hockey .
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