Cornhole is arguably one of the most popular yard games on the market. It's great for outdoor barbecues, chill backyard hangouts, and camping thanks to an easy setup and simple premise. Although there are technically professional cornholers (see the ACL), it's largely played recreationally and doesn't require comprehensive knowledge of cornhole rules to enjoy.
If you're looking to grab a cornhole set for yourself ahead of the summer season, Amazon is currently offering discounts on various options for its Big Spring Sale event. You can check out some of the best cornhole deals from the sale below.
Top Cornhole Deals Today
There are a few good options in this sale for anyone just looking for a decent cornhole set at a discount. The first option featured above, the Outball set, is one that I personally own and recommend to anyone who is just looking to play some corhole in their backyard with friends. There's also the light up option that includes LED lights both on the board and within the bags so you can still play after the sun sets. While both these options are very portable and easy to set up, there is also an extremely lightweight option made with a PVC frame that is great for kids who likely aren't taking cornhole very seriously just yet.
And for those who are looking for a really nice wood set, the GoSports option offers a higher quality at a much higher price point. This set also doesn't come with any bags, so you would either need to add them on or purchase them separately.
Tips for Buying a Cornhole Set
It's very easy to go wrong when purchasing a cornhole set if you don't know what you're looking for. You'll need to consider the size of your space, who the set is actually for, and whether or not your care about cornhole regulations.
Board Material Matters
Cornhole boards come in a variety of different materials and finishes that actually very much affect play. A decent cornole board will be heavy enough to stop it from bouncing on impact, and the surface texture on the top of the board will affect how the bags slide. The best cornhole boards are usually made of real wood and have a smooth varnish on the surface to allow for the bags to slide properly. That being said, if you're just looking for a portable option to take on the road, fabric or plastic options will work fine. Just know that you're sacrificing quality for portability.
Figure Out What Size You Want
The official regulation size for cornhole sets is 2 ft. x 4 ft. according to the American Cornhole Association. A lot of backyard options, including the Outball version I am recommending above, are a little bit smaller than that. Depending on the size of your space, you may want to upgrade to the official regulation size or find something smaller and more portable.
Make Sure It Comes With Bags
Although most of the cornole sets we've highlighted above come with bags included, not all of them do. This is true for the expensive GoSports wood option, and adding the bags into the price raises the cost by around $20. If you're looking to purchase a complete set all at once, make sure to check the details in the product description to see if cornhole bags are included.
Should You Wait for Amazon Prime Day?
Although Amazon's Big Spring sale isn't quite as large as Prime Day 2024 will likely be, now is a pretty good time to find a deal on cornhole sets. These sales will likely be better in July when Amazon has it's yearly summer sale due to it arriving after the Fourth of July, but if you want a set right now, it's a solid time to find an early discount
The spring sale is also a great time to find deals on pickleball paddles, which we traditionally haven't seen promoted as heavily during Prime Day proper.
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