Why Large Peg Hole Cribbage Boards are Cool!

What makes cribbage unique compared to most card games is the scoring system. Yes, you can play cribbage digitally (online) but what fun is that? LAME! The game's inventor, Sir John Suckling, rolls over in his grave every time you log in. Cribbage shouldn't be played online. It's the tradition and history of the cribbage board that makes this game awesome.

Sir John Suckling, the inventor of cribbage.

Sir John Suckling invented Cribbage in early 1600's England.

It takes 121 points to win at cribbage. Some boards, including most Cribbage King boards, 60 holes around (versus 120), so players take two laps. Not only are Cribbage King boards large (18 inches in most cases) but the freed up space allows for pegring holes and pegs that are three and a half times larger that the standard 1/8 inch. This makes counting and pegging points a breeze.

Cribbage boards are an essential part of the game and come in many shapes and sizes. Custom cribbage boards are also very popular and there are a variety of vendors who make them. After all, who wants to play on a generic board made in China and purchased at Walmart? Cribbage board makers and each have their own style, which is part of the fun when looking for a custom cribbage board. Cribbage King boards are handmade - no CNC to drill holes or engrave graphics. Holes are hand drilled and graphics are hand painted. How's that for getting a board with character!?

Common Loon Cribbage Board with Large Pegs

Anyway, getting back to the point, cribbage boards come in many different styles. We've broken the mold of the standard board in several ways, and perhaps one of the biggest is the large oversized 7/16 inch pegs that are used. Cribbage boards with large pegging holes are cool for several reasons.

First, large pegging holes make it easier to peg and keep track of your and your opponent's score. Even if you're not an old bird like me (I turned 50 a week ago) seeing the tiny holes and trying to peg with tiny pegs can be a bit tricky. Large pegging holes can be counted easily and pegs moved quickly. This means that players can focus more on their strategy and less on trying to figure out how many holes a player has pegged.

The Walleye Board with Large Pegging Holes

Second, large pegging holes add an element of style to the game. Cribbage boards are often used as decorative pieces, and many people enjoy displaying them in their homes. A cribbage board with large pegging holes is sure to be a conversation starter, as it is a unique and eye-catching design feature. Plus, Cribbage King boards are large (size of a car rim) and feature colorful hand painted artwork. Custom cribbage boards can be produced in 2-3 days and are shipped quickly. This means that players can choose a cribbage board that matches their personal style and tastes and receive it in no time. And shipping is FREE in the USA.

Third, large pegging holes can be more comfortable to use. No reaching around your opponent's pegs and a cramped board to move pegs. Large pegs are easy to grip and fun to move. I personally like to, after getting a big hand, rub it in be dragging the peg across the track holes when pegging. It makes a click, click click, click, click, click, click, click, click, click, click, and "... a double run for 12!" Let's be honest, a little ribbing is part of the game.

So there you go, cribbage boards with large pegging holes are cool for many reasons. They make it easier to keep track of the score, add an element of style to the game, are more comfortable to use, and can occasionally help with gloating. Give it a try, you won't regret it.

Whether you are a seasoned cribbage player or a newcomer to the game, a cribbage board with large pegging holes is fun. So why not add one to your collection today? Just go to https://www.cribbageking.com/shop

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