Base Anchors and Accessories
Bases are an integral part of baseball - it's even in the name! So, it's important to make sure you have a top tier bases installed properly on your field. With high-quality base anchors and accessories, you won't have to worry about bases sliding around, tearing up your field, or causing injuries during games. We know there are many base anchors and accessories to choose from and lots of information out there, so we here at Valley Athletics have put together a list of our top tier base anchors and accessories selections. That way, you'll have all the information in one place in order to choose the perfect base anchor and/or accessories for your field. Once you've made a decision on which base anchor and/or accessories you'd like to go with, feel free to reach out to one of our acclaimed sales reps to get it onto your field in time for the season, so that your players can play their best and take home the win!
Jaypro Base Caddy
It can be tedious and back breaking to constantly set up and take down bases if your field is used for multiple sports, and that’s where this Base Caddy comes in handy! Now, you can easily transport bases from storage to the field using this handy base accessory. The Base Caddy can also be used as a rack for cleaning bases, so that you can keep your bases looking clean and fresh for every game. It transports and stores heavy pro bases and male/female receptacles, so you can save space and not strain your muscles lifting and carrying them long distances. Its features a heavy-duty square steel frame and pneumatic tires for easy mobility, because just like your field deserves the best, so do your groundskeepers!
CH Anchor Complete Systems
The CH Anchor Complete System is perfect for those who don’t want to tear up their fields, want a smooth installation, and want their anchors to stay put as long as possible. With CH Anchor Complete Systems, installation takes only minutes and requires no concrete and there’s no digging, so that your field can stay fresh and pristine without sacrificing your bases’ sturdiness. CH Anchors are made out of heavy duty steel and are designed to keep bases in place, even during rough game play, and they last 5-10 times longer than the traditional anchors, saving you time and money on replacements. The CH Anchor Complete system includes: 3 CH anchors and CH Driver Tool. Plus, it’s made in the USA, so you will also be supporting domestic goods. More individual anchors also available (see “Individual CH Anchors” below).
Individual CH Anchors
Did you purchase the CH Anchor Complete System and lose an anchor or need one replaced? Now, the same great quality, durability, and smooth installation as the CH Anchor Complete Systems are now available as individual anchors. These anchors are ideal for fields with multiple base lengths, as they can be input in at their own spaces and don’t need to follow a specific system. They require no digging or concrete, so your field stays fresh and pristine, while you still get professional-quality, sturdy bases that will stay in place. They also save time & money from not having to be replaced as often, as they last 5-10 years longer than traditional anchors. Installation only takes minutes, saving you even more time that can be better spent playing ball. Drive tool not included, but is available with the CH Anchor Complete System (see “CH Anchor Complete System” above).
Plugs and Mounts for Soft Touch® Base
Soft Touch® Bases are some of the best in the game (check out our selection on the “Bases and Base Sets” page!), and part of that reason are their durability and sturdiness, which is due to their ground mounts and plugs. These ground plugs and mounts work with the Soft Touch® Bases and Double 1st Bases with Ground Mount System to keep your bases in place and sturdy, not matter what your players may throw at them. The featured image to the right displays a tapered plug (yellow inner portion) and ground mount (white outer portion). Keep your Soft Touch® Bases in place all season long with Plugs and Mounts for Soft Touch® Base, so you can focus on the important part: playing the game!
1-½” All-steel Anchor
Classic for a reason! This all steel base anchor is made completely our of 1-1/2″ of Hollywood-style steel, so that it will stay put in your field for years to come. This steel sleeve is compatible with most bases, so that you don’t have to commit to a certain brand’s base anchoring system. This base anchoring system designed to be set in concrete, so that it’s guaranteed not to move, even with the toughest of slides. Make sure you’re setting your field up for success with 1-1/2″ All-Steel Anchors!
Beacon Hex Base Plug with Indicator
Looking for a quality base plug that comes in both an individual and in a bulk option? Then the Beacon Hex Base Plug with Indicator is base plug for you! Beacon is a brand known for both its quality and affordability, so that you don’t have to tighten the purse strings just to have a nice field. You can buy them individually or in a Beacon Bucket that includes 30 base plugs, a bucket with a handle and lid, and tips for base maintenance in a bilingual format. These base plugs work best when the base anchors that they fit into stay clear and easy to find after their installation. They come in the color black and fit best on 1″ male anchors or 1.5″ female base anchors.
Beacon Orange Cap Base Plug
A close second to the Beacon Hex Base Plug option are these Beacon Orange Cap Base Plugs. They come from the same brand that values both quality and affordability, making them a great option for any field that wants to stay within budget without sacrificing high-performance. While they don’t come with an indicator, they do also come in both individual and bulk options. You can buy them individually or in a Beacon Bucket that includes 30 base plugs, a bucket with a handle and lid, and tips for base maintenance in a bilingual format. With the flashy orange color, you’ll be sure to never lose or misplace these base plugs. These sturdy Orange Cap Base Plug fit best on 1″ male anchors or 1.5″ female anchors.
NOTE: Make sure you don’t let these base anchors fill up with soil.
Beacon Black Foam Whisker Base Plug
Beacon is known for quality products for affordable prices, and their Beacon Black Foam Whisker Base Plugs are no exception. In fact, they’re the best whisker anchor plug in the industry. They’re strong and durable, so that your bases will stay in place, even with the toughest of slides, and the snug fit keeps infield debris out of your base anchors, so that they stay clean and function better. You can buy them individually or in a Beacon Bucket that includes either 15 or 30 base plugs, a bucket with a handle and lid, and tips for base maintenance in a bilingual format. The plugs come in the color black (whisker color may vary) and fit best on 1.5″ anchors.
Base Anchor Dig Out Tool
Cleaning base plugs and anchors can be very tedious work, especially on a field where multiple sports are played, and they need to be removed, installed, and cleaned over and over again for safe and effective set up and take down. With the Base Anchor Dig Out Tool, you can quickly and easily remove excess dirt from your base ground anchors, saving you time and muscle ache. It features a 1-1/4″ wide by 8″ long steel blade and a sturdy wooden handle, so that you don’t have to worry about it taking up much space or breaking for the foreseeable future. It also weighs only 1 pound, so that the lightweight tool won’t add any extra labor to the already tedious process.
CH Anchor Clean-out Tool
One of the worst parts about base plugs and anchors is having to clean them, even when you know it’s necessary in order to have an efficient and high-performing anchor system. This is especially true when the field is shared with multiple sports and anchors need to be removed, installed, and cleaned often. Luckily, the CH Anchor Clean-Out Tool is here to alleviate much of the cleaning stress! It’s designed to clean all brands of anchors, not just the CH brand anchors. To see more CH anchor products, refer to “CH Anchor Complete Systems” and “Individual CH Anchors” above.
