{"id":824,"date":"2017-12-29T22:35:09","date_gmt":"2017-12-29T22:35:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/?p=824"},"modified":"2017-12-29T22:35:09","modified_gmt":"2017-12-29T22:35:09","slug":"grand-hudson-shuffleboard-differences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/grand-hudson-shuffleboard-differences\/","title":{"rendered":"Product Spotlight: Grand Hudson Models"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hudson is a brand well known for its masterfully built shuffleboard tables. The models that Hudson has produced over the years have always had their unique touch of engineering magic. With the number of categories to choose from, it may seem hard to differentiate between them at first. Nowhere is this more visible than in the <strong>Grand Hudson<\/strong>, the <strong>Grand Hudson Deluxe<\/strong>, and the <strong>Grand Hudson Deluxe<\/strong> <strong>Hybrid<\/strong>. While their names are similar, each comes with its own set of features that can impact your purchasing experience.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Here is a run-down of each table model and their characteristics:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Grand Hudson<\/h2>\n<p>The original <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/grand-hudson.html\">Grand Hudson<\/a> embodies the look and feelings of down-to-earth, classic Americana. Master craftsmanship and quality materials are coupled with the fact that each is made proudly in the USA. Each shuffleboard is made with the utmost care, meticulous attention to detail, and heartfelt determination to always produce works of art.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_825\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/grand-hudson.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-825\" class=\"wp-image-825 size-full\" title=\"Grand Hudson Shuffleboard Table\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/12-grand-hudson-with-electronic-scoreboard-included-11.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Hudson Shuffleboard\" width=\"1000\" height=\"641\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/12-grand-hudson-with-electronic-scoreboard-included-11.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/12-grand-hudson-with-electronic-scoreboard-included-11-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/12-grand-hudson-with-electronic-scoreboard-included-11-768x492.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/12-grand-hudson-with-electronic-scoreboard-included-11-468x300.jpg 468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-825\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The original <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/grand-hudson.html\">Grand Hudson Shuffleboard Table<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Each Grand Hudson\u2019s playing surface is made with the optimal industrial standard 3\u201d thickness, with a tournament-quality polymer finish that\u2019s widely preferred by shuffleboard professionals. Hudson\u2019s polymer finish is specially made, and carries with it a lifetime guarantee.<\/p>\n<p>Hudson tables have built-in features meant to protect your shuffleboard for years to come. <strong>Climatic adjusters<\/strong> are included with each shuffleboard table. Climatic adjusters integral to help protect the wooden playfield from cracking and warping due to natural changes in temperature and humidity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Protective cushions<\/strong> hug the inside horsecollar rail walls at each end, reducing the damage caused by the blows of weights zooming towards the ends of the playfield. These cushions come in fashionable <strong>gray, green, or burgundy<\/strong>. To protect the weights pushed off the sides and into the gutters, the Grand Hudson Shuffleboard\u2019s alleys are covered in <strong>gray carpet<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The Grand Hudson\u2019s cradle is constructed of a <strong>high-density fiberboard with a maple veneer<\/strong>. The cradle has light maple and rich espresso finishes, while the legs have espresso finishes with maple trim pieces, enhancing the overall beauty.<\/p>\n<h2>Grand Hudson Deluxe<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/grand-hudson-deluxe.html\">Grand Hudson Deluxe\u2019s<\/a> cradle and legs are made <strong>entirely out of solid poplar and maple hardwoods<\/strong>, a characteristic sought after by experienced shuffleboard players for their durability and reliability. The corners on the horsecollar are milled out of <strong>a single piece of wood<\/strong>. This is a feature that is completely unique, found only on this Hudson Shuffleboard. It serves to add extra endurance, extending the life of your shuffleboard.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_826\" style=\"width: 816px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/grand-hudson-deluxe.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-826\" class=\"wp-image-826 size-full\" title=\"Grand Hudson Deluxe Shuffleboard\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/grand-hudson-deluxe-9-22-lengths-2-06.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Hudson Deluxe Shuffleboard\" width=\"806\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/grand-hudson-deluxe-9-22-lengths-2-06.jpg 806w, https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/grand-hudson-deluxe-9-22-lengths-2-06-242x300.jpg 242w, https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/grand-hudson-deluxe-9-22-lengths-2-06-768x953.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 806px) 100vw, 806px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-826\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/grand-hudson-deluxe.html\">Grand Hudson Deluxe Shuffleboard Table<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>As compared to the regular Grand Hudson, the <strong>wood finishes<\/strong> of each Grand Hudson Deluxe table can be <strong>customized with your choice of stains<\/strong>. You can also add different types of <strong>scoreboards<\/strong> to your table for more competitive gameplay. You have the option of electronic scoreboards, wood framed chalkboards, or abacus beads; whichever you prefer!<\/p>\n<h2>Grand Hudson Deluxe Hybrid<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/grand-hudson-deluxe-hybrid.html\">Grand Hudson Deluxe Hybrid<\/a> is a fascinating take on the original Grand Hudson\u2019s already elegant design. Each corner of the shuffleboard cradle has <strong>rounded<\/strong> (also called <strong>radial<\/strong>) <strong>toprails<\/strong>. Under each corner\u2019s rounded toprail is an <strong>upper cradle with flat corners<\/strong>, giving it an <strong>octagonal-shaped frame<\/strong>. Underneath this upper octagonal cradle sits the <strong>lower rectangular cradle<\/strong>, which forms the underbelly of the table.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_827\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/grand-hudson-deluxe-hybrid.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-827\" class=\"wp-image-827 size-full\" title=\"Grand Hudson Deluxe Hybrid\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/9-grand-hudson-deluxe-hybrid-demo-24.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Hudson Deluxe Hybrid Shuffleboard\" width=\"1000\" height=\"923\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/9-grand-hudson-deluxe-hybrid-demo-24.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/9-grand-hudson-deluxe-hybrid-demo-24-300x277.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/9-grand-hudson-deluxe-hybrid-demo-24-768x709.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/9-grand-hudson-deluxe-hybrid-demo-24-325x300.jpg 325w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-827\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/grand-hudson-deluxe-hybrid.html\">Grand Hudson Deluxe Hybrid Shuffleboard Table<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Like the Grand Hudson Deluxe, the Grand Hudson Deluxe Hybrid comes in <strong>your choice of stains<\/strong> (or combination of stains), already included in the price.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/hudson-shuffleboard-tables.html\">All Hudson shuffleboards<\/a> are prime examples of tireless excellence, and these three are no exception, so take a look at them and make your dream purchase today!<\/p>\n<h2>Related Content:<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/hudson-shuffleboard-scoreboards\/\">Hudson Shuffleboard Scoring Options<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/hudson-shuffleboard-headquarters-tour\/\">A Tour at Hudson Shuffleboard Headquarters<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboard.net\/blog\/where-should-you-place-a-shuffleboard-table\/\">Tips on Where to Place a Shuffleboard Table<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hudson is a brand well known for its masterfully built shuffleboard tables. 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