Things You'll Need:
- Children's Croquet Sets
- Croquet Sets
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Step 1
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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Step 2
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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Step 3
Avoid purchasing less expensive sets, since they will not hold up well over time - especially if there are children involved.
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Step 1
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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Step 2
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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Step 3
Rest easy that you have purchased a gift that lasts a lifetime. Tournament level sets are often indestructible.
Comments
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 You might think, as I did, that croquet is just a game to humor the kids with on a lazy summer afternoon. Check it out if you get a chance. There's some serious playing being done - it's an art and a sport!