On Sat, 23 May 2009 08:14:21 -0400, "Ed Pawlowski"
wrote:


"Prof Wonmug" wrote in message
How likely is it that a golf ball could shatter a PVC pipe? The guy I
talked to manufactures the stuff, so I am inclined to believe him.

Is there another material that would be better? I am concerned that
metal pipes would either be too heavy or too fragile and probably a
lot more expensive. Another option is wood, but I wold think it would
be heavier than PVC and there is more maintenance.

Any other suggestions I should be looking at?

Thin wall metal tubing. How about electrical conduit?

I guess the tradeoff there is strength vs weight. These guys have it
from 1/2" to 6+" diameter.

http://www.home4c.com/conduit.htm

The size usually used in home wiring would not be strong enough for a
10' span and support a net. The 6" would, but how heavy? I'll see what
they have at the Borg.

It would also be a little more difficult to work with than PVC or
wood.