Ins and Outs of Golf Cages

[ktkn]

It seems most golf cages that I see online, they just sell the corner fittings (if frame only), and if it's a kit, they will include the netting.

From what I have seen, there seems to be 2 different types of materials: PVC and some steel or cast that uses EMT pipes (no idea what EMT stands for). For those in the know, is there one better than the other and is there an optimal size, would 3/4" be sufficient? PVC is a lot lighter, but is it sturdy enough? If it is, why use the cast or steel type fittings and poles/rods?

The fittings seem to be really cheap online, Around $2 each for 1" PVC corner fittings:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-3-Way-Elbo...item2566c16609

Is that all there really is to building a cage since you buy the poles/rods at your local hardware store anyways?

Anybody in the know help out a golf sim newbie?! Thanks from me and many others.

[ZMax]

EMT are electrical conduits. You can buy them at your local hardware store. I would get the 1" corner fittings and 1" EMTs.

Attach a golf net around it and on top, then attach the screen with bungie cords. Very simple and cheap way to get setup quick.

[akyyyy]

I know old post, but where would you attach the impact screen if using EMT? Thx guys.

[Dax]

Would you not just wrap the bungee around the conduit pipe at the top and sides of the front part of your cage?