https://backyardgamestested.comBackyard and lawn game guides: cornhole boards and bags, bocce, horseshoes, ladder toss, kubb, croquet, roundnet, giant games, trampolines and playsets, with official dimensions and setup.en-us https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/backyard-vs-nine-wicket-croquet-ruleshttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/backyard-vs-nine-wicket-croquet-rulesUnderstand how nine-wicket backyard croquet is laid out, when a full-size court fits, which set pieces matter and how casual rules differ from organized play.Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/horseshoe-pit-dimensions-and-ruleshttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/horseshoe-pit-dimensions-and-rulesRegulation horseshoe stake distance and height, foul lines for adults and juniors, shoe weight, how to build a pit and how to score ringers and shoes in count.Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/how-to-choose-a-croquet-mallethttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/how-to-choose-a-croquet-malletCompare croquet mallet length, weight, head size and handle style with Croquet England guidance and a practical fit checklist for garden and club play.Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/steel-vs-plastic-horseshoe-setshttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/steel-vs-plastic-horseshoe-setsCompare NHPA-style steel pitching shoes with lightweight recreational plastic sets by playing format, weight, court setup and the players who can handle each kit.Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/trampoline-replacement-parts-fithttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/trampoline-replacement-parts-fitMatch replacement springs, mats, pads and enclosures to the trampoline's exact model using manufacturer lookup details, not frame diameter alone.Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/trampoline-safety-and-sizinghttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/trampoline-safety-and-sizingHow to size a backyard trampoline, what ASTM F381 and enclosure standards cover, safety rules pediatricians recommend and how to place and anchor it.Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/backyard-putting-vs-chipping-gameshttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/backyard-putting-vs-chipping-gamesCompare putting mats, outdoor greens and chipping nets by practice space, maintenance and the kind of golf shots each supports.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/badminton-volleyball-combo-setshttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/badminton-volleyball-combo-setsCompare combination badminton-volleyball sets by net adjustment, boundary layout, included gear and the rule details that change between games.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/bocce-ball-sizes-and-court-dimensionshttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/bocce-ball-sizes-and-court-dimensionsRegulation and backyard bocce ball sizes and materials, pallino size, court length and width, surfaces and how to build a backyard bocce court.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/building-cornhole-boards-plywood-and-finishhttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/building-cornhole-boards-plywood-and-finishCornhole board materials, top thickness, size, hole placement and finish, using the American Cornhole Organization's equipment specifications as a build reference.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/cornhole-bags-fill-and-speedhttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/cornhole-bags-fill-and-speedHow cornhole bags differ: corn versus resin fill, regulation size and weight, slick and sticky sides, speed ratings and how to choose for casual or league play.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/cornhole-board-dimensions-and-distancehttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/cornhole-board-dimensions-and-distanceRegulation cornhole board size, hole placement, board height, pitching distance and scoring, plus how to lay out a court for casual and league play.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/horseshoes-vs-washer-tosshttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/horseshoes-vs-washer-tossCompare horseshoe and washer-toss layouts, equipment and published distances to choose a target game that fits your yard and preferred setup.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/kubb-rules-set-sizes-and-pitch-setuphttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/kubb-rules-set-sizes-and-pitch-setupKubb rules, pitch layout and tournament-size piece dimensions from the U.S. National Kubb Championship, plus what to compare when choosing a casual set.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/ladder-toss-rules-and-setuphttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/ladder-toss-rules-and-setupHow to set up and score ladder toss (ladder golf): ladder distance, bola throws, rung points, exact-21 scoring and what to look for in a set.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/petanque-vs-boccehttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/petanque-vs-bocceCompare pétanque boules and bocce balls, throwing rules and formal court dimensions before choosing a backyard set.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/roundnet-rules-and-set-selectionhttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/roundnet-rules-and-set-selectionLearn the IRF roundnet setup, set dimensions and equipment rules, then compare the details that matter for backyard or tournament play.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/tailgate-vs-regulation-cornhole-boardshttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/tailgate-vs-regulation-cornhole-boardsCompare regulation and tailgate-size cornhole boards by playing dimensions, throw distance, portability and the set details that affect your choice.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/tetherball-setup-permanent-vs-portablehttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/tetherball-setup-permanent-vs-portablePlan a tetherball court and compare an in-ground pole with a portable base using manufacturer setup dimensions and instructions.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://backyardgamestested.com/guides/washer-toss-rules-and-setuphttps://backyardgamestested.com/guides/washer-toss-rules-and-setupLearn the International Association of Washer Players' cup-and-pit rules, 25-foot layout, round scoring and the rule variations to agree before backyard play.Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT