3G or 3 Generation pitches are usually the most popular for football and rugby players as the materials used in the synthetic turf replicate the look, feel and playing experience of natural grass.
Read moreWhat is 6G football pitch?
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 moreIs there a 5G pitch?
A 5G Football Pitch is an artificial turf surface used for football . The 5G football surface is rubber filled all weather pitch specification.
Read moreWhat is the difference between a 3G and 4G pitch?
The Difference Between 3G and 4G The main difference between 3G and 4G surfaces is that 3G pitches contain infill, whilst 4G systems do not . 3G pitches are the latest to be recognised by any accredited governing body. Therefore, you will only find 3G pitches as being publically endorsed by sports teams or influencers.
Read moreAre 4G pitches safe?
The European Chemicals Agency has allayed health fears over synthetic sports pitches, with research showing that recycled tyre rubber, which is used extensively in artificial 3G and 4G pitches, poses a very low level of risk .
Read moreCan you wear football boots on a 3G pitch?
You Can Wear: Artificial grass (AG) football boots are the best option if you’re solely playing on 3G , but you can also get away with wearing firm-ground and astro turf boots. Basically, you’ll usually be safe wearing anything with a plastic soleplate or moulded studs.
Read moreCan you play hockey on a 3G pitch?
3G surfaces are designed primarily for football and rugby and England Hockey does not consider it suitable for competitive hockey . In some circumstances, a 3G could be used for introductory hockey, if no other hockey surface were available.
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