If you search for “buy a kubb set” on the Internet, there’s no shortage of places trying to sell you one. You may be wondering, what kubb set should I choose? Here are Kubb On’s top three choices. Each of these set makers are small businesses, involved in the kubb community, and follow the dimensions specified in the U.S. National Kubb Championship rules—the sizes and weights every American (and most European) tournaments use.
One King: 8x8x25cm to 9x9x30cm
Ten kubbs: 7x7x15cm.
Six batons: diameter 4.4cm, length 30cm.
JP’s Backyard Games
If you’ve played a tournament in the United States in the last decade, it’s highly likely you’ve used a JP set. In fact, it’s highly likely you’ve even played against Jason Larson, the guy crafting these quality sets. JP provides the official set for a number of tournaments, including the U.S. National Kubb Championship. There are two options available for purchase—pine and poplar. The poplar sets are the official tournament sets and use the harder wood that can take the repeated beating of all-day tournaments and leagues. The pine sets are the same official dimensions, but offer a cheaper alternative which are just as much fun to play with in your backyard. JP’s also offers custom painted sets and a number of other yard games too.
Play Yard Games
www.etsy.com/shop/playyardgames
Another guy you’re sure to have crossed paths with on a pitch in recent years is Phil Dickinson. In addition to holding the U.S. National 1v1 Kubb Championship, Dickinson is busy creating beautiful yard games in his wood shop. His Etsy store is full of lots of options, and all of the kubb sets meet the official tournament dimensions. A number of tournaments over the years have used these sets, so you can be sure they’re of high-quality. While you’re there, be sure to pick up one of his famous drink holders too!
Country Kubb
Country Kubb is the official supplier of sets for tournaments from Ohio to Pennsylvania to Virginia and more. Their tournament and premium sets meet the U.S. standards. Don’t go with the classic set though, that one is a bit too small. Country Kubb sets also come with a really nice tote to carry your set from place to place.
Why these kubb sets and not others?
You might find cheaper sets advertised online, or at a big box store, but buyer beware—you get what you pay for. These cheap sets almost always use smaller dimensions, cheaper wood, and inconsistent weights. The tournament sized sets above will give you a much better playing experience. Bonus: they also teach you how to play with sizes that will translate to a league or tournament when you’re ready for the next step (don’t be afraid, try it!).
