What is the equipment in Cornhole?

Verdict

Bags: Eight bags total, four of one color/pattern and four of a contrasting color/pattern (commonly divided into two sets of four). Each bag measures roughly 6 x 6 inches (15 x 15 cm) and weighs approximately 14–16 ounces (400–450 grams). Bags are traditionally filled with whole corn kernels, tho...

Why people argue about this

People often assume that the color of the bags doesn't matter as long as they're different from each other, which leads them to use all sorts of colors or patterns for their four sets of two. However, the rule specifically calls out using one common pattern or color and its contrasting counterpart, not just any difference in appearance.

Send this to your friend — argument over.

Section 2: Equipment

Boards: Two matching boards, each a flat rectangular platform, typically 48 inches (122 cm) long by 24 inches (61 cm) wide, elevated so the far end sits about 12 inches (30.5 cm) off the ground and the near end rests flat on the ground, creating the game's signature slope. A regulation-style hole, 6 inches (15.2 cm) in diameter, is centered 9 inches (23 cm) from the top edge and centered side-to-side. Boards are commonly built from plywood or synthetic (ACX/PVC-style) panels and are often painted or wrapped with team logos, colors, or novelty designs — a favorite spot for personalization at cookouts and tailgates.
Bags: Eight bags total, four of one color/pattern and four of a contrasting color/pattern (commonly divided into two sets of four). Each bag measures roughly 6 x 6 inches (15 x 15 cm) and weighs approximately 14–16 ounces (400–450 grams). Bags are traditionally filled with whole corn kernels, though many casual and tournament sets today use a plastic resin fill for better weather resistance and consistent play in humid or wet conditions.
Optional accessories: A scorekeeping device (a simple tally on paper, a phone app, or a small clip-on scoreboard), stakes or a tape measure for setting up official board spacing, and a level surface such as grass, dirt, gravel, or a driveway.
House-rule note: Many backyard sets are sold in "mini" or "regulation" sizes — mini boards are fine for kids or tight spaces, but for a game that feels true to the traditional pitch, stick to full-size 48" x 24" boards when possible.

Section 2: Equipment

Boards: Two matching boards, each a flat rectangular platform, typically 48 inches (122 cm) long by 24 inches (61 cm) wide, elevated so the far end sits about 12 inches (30.5 cm) off the ground and the near end rests flat on the ground, creating the game's signature slope. A regulation-style hole, 6 inches (15.2 cm) in diameter, is centered 9 inches (23 cm) from the top edge and centered side-to-side. Boards are commonly built from plywood or synthetic (ACX/PVC-style) panels and are often painted or wrapped with team logos, colors, or novelty designs — a favorite spot for personalization at cookouts and tailgates.

Bags: Eight bags total, four of one color/pattern and four of a contrasting color/pattern (commonly divided into two sets of four). Each bag measures roughly 6 x 6 inches (15 x 15 cm) and weighs approximately 14–16 ounces (400–450 grams). Bags are traditionally filled with whole corn kernels, though many casual and tournament sets today use a plastic resin fill for better weather resistance and consistent play in humid or wet conditions.

Optional accessories: A scorekeeping device (a simple tally on paper, a phone app, or a small clip-on scoreboard), stakes or a tape measure for setting up official board spacing, and a level surface such as grass, dirt, gravel, or a driveway.

House-rule note: Many backyard sets are sold in "mini" or "regulation" sizes — mini boards are fine for kids or tight spaces, but for a game that feels true to the traditional pitch, stick to full-size 48" x 24" boards when possible.

Section 2: Equipment