What is 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.
How many 3G pitches are there in the UK?
At present, the FA state that there is currently 889 3G sports pitches throughout England alone.
What is a 3G Astroturf pitch?
3G PITCHES These pitches are made up of long synthetic grass (usually around 40-65m) filled with a cushioning rubber as a performance infill and sand as a stabilising infill, which allows better grip, smoother playing surface, shock absorption and excellent ball performance.
Is there such a thing as a 4G pitch?
These synthetic grass only pitches do exist and there is an argument that they are 4G. However, many label the term 4G as a sales technique as they have not yet been officially graded as a new technology. To date 3G pitches are the approved and recognised standard for ATPs.
Is 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.
Can you wear football boots on a 4G pitch?
Wearing football boots with metal studs on a 4G pitch can damage the surface and even cause injury to the player. We also wouldn’t recommend wearing leather footwear if you’re playing on artificial turf as the plastic carpet can scratch the shoe material.
Can you wear football boots on a 3G pitch?
Firm ground football boots are also suitable for use on 3G pitches. This type of football boot has a sole that contains plastic moulds, which are often used on real grass pitches when the ground is firm. Unlike standard football boots, moulds tend to have a large number of studs that are usually smaller in size.
What is a 5G pitch?
Is there a 5G football pitch?
Do 3G pitches get waterlogged?
Synthetic 2G or 3G all weather sports pitches can become flooded and waterlogged for all kids of reasons, however the most common reasons are compaction and contamination of the sand and rubber infill layer due to a lack of proper maintenance.
How much is a 4G football pitch?
Construction and cost The average cost of a 5-a-side 3G pitch is around £50 per square metre, meaning a total cost of £25,000 for the 500 square metres we recommended earlier. If you’ve decided to splash out for a 4G pitch, that cost would rise to £35,000.
Can you wear blades on 3G pitch?
In fact, they are best kept for natural pitches, where they penetrate wet muddy ground to give better grip and traction. If you wear these on a 3G surface you’ll be putting yourself at risk of an injury, such as a rolled ankle or stress to the knee.