How to Buy a Croquet Set

The sport of croquet is a hit at most garden parties and backyard picnics, but it's also played at many competitive tournaments worldwide. Most players enjoy owning a full croquet set, as opposed to just bits and pieces, but it pays to know where your player's skill level is before buying a set.

Things You'll Need

  • Children's Croquet Sets
  • Croquet Sets
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Instructions

  1. For the Casual, Backyard Player

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      Figure out the level at which the player competes. If he or she has never held a mallet before, you'll not want to buy the most expensive of croquet sets.

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      Find the best-priced croquet set for a casual player. Most casual play sets are made of solid ash or composite woods, and run between $64 and $180 for four or six balls, four or six mallets and nine wire wickets.

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      Avoid purchasing less expensive sets, since they will not hold up well over time - especially if there are children involved.

    For the Tournament-Level Player

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      Shop online at sites like fogdog.com for the best deals in tournament-level play sets, as many croquet sites have links to specialized manufacturers of equipment used by the best players worldwide, and many sets are sold at a small discount.

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      Plan to pay between $300 and $800 for a tournament-level set. These sets are more heavy-duty than casual sets, and the mallets have a leather grip that helps steady a player's aim when hitting the ball.

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      Rest easy that you have purchased a gift that lasts a lifetime. Tournament level sets are often indestructible.