- Action Grip adjustment mechanism easily adjusts with just one hand.
- Shatterproof polycarbonate backboard playing surface gives you the look and play of pro style glass.
- Heavy duty classically styled rim is built to take a slam.
- Frame is powder coated with a rust resistant finish to withstand the harshest elements.
- The 3 pc. 3.5 in. round steel pole is protected with a powder-coated, weather-resistant finish.
Product Description
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This portable basketball system from Lifetime Products features
a 52" Steel-Framed Shatterproof backboard with an Action Grip
height adjustment mechanism that adjusts from 7.5 to 10 feet
high. It also includes a Slam-It Rim with an all-weather nylon
net and a 3.5" diameter round steel pole. With a 35-gallon
portable base, this system can easily be moved to a desired
location. So bring the arena to your home with a residential
basketball system from Lifetime Products.
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Hone your jump in your spare moments or perform a backyard
dunking drill with this Lifetime Shatter Guard XL portable
basketball system. Unlike in-ground basketball hoops--which are
typically anchored in concrete--this portable system rolls on
wheels, letting you position the basket support in any desired
location, from the back patio to the middle of the cul-de-sac.
All you have to do is fill the heavy-duty 35-gallon base with
water or sand and play.
The basketball system comes with a 52-inch-square Shatter Guard
backboard made of Makrolon polycarbonate, which is virtually
unbreakable and several times stronger than acrylic. When
combined with the heavy-duty steel frame and the sturdy steel
Y-extension arms, the basketball goal looks and plays just like
pro-style glass, with superior rebound effects and terrific
stability. The system also includes a three-piece, 3.5-inch round
pole with Lifetime's patented pneumatic Action Grip® height
mechanism. To change the pole's height--it adjusts from 7.5 to 10
feet in infinite increments--simply activate the Power Lift with
one hand and push it to the correct height. And Lifetime knows
that dunking and above-the-rim play are a huge part of modern
basketball, which is why the basketball goal includes a Slam-It
rim. The solid-steel rim features double-compression springs that
give way during dunks to protect the player, then spring back
once released.
Other features include welded-steel net hooks with an
all-weather nylon net; fade-resistant graphics that are
screen-printed with UV-protected inks for superior color
endurance; and a five-year warranty that covers everything on the
system.
.com Basketball System Buying Guide
With the high-quality construction of many portable basketball
systems, turning your driveway into a basketball court can be as
simple as hooking up your garden hose. But while a portable
system may ultimately be your best choice, there are reasons you
may want to consider an in-ground or wall- system before you
decide.
In-Ground Systems
In-ground systems ( http://www..com/gp/browse.html/?node=3396711 ) are permanently cemented into the ground--either via a bolt
ing kit or directly into the ground--and are generally more
rigid and take up less space than portables. In-ground systems
often require that you hire a professional to complete the task,
but when the cement dries you'll have a hoop that can take
punishing dunks with ease.
Many in-ground systems are height-adjustable, include removable
post features that let you take the system down for off-season
storage, and feature heavy-duty breakaway rims. You'll also want
to research the adjustable mechanisms on the systems, as there
are several types to choose from. Some feature a counter-balance
spring that lets you perform easy, one-hand adjustments while
others may feature a sturdy, pneumatic system.
Wall- Systems
Wall- systems
( http://www..com/gp/browse.html/?node=3396741 ) can be ed to
the side of a house, a tall retaining wall, or a garage.
Generally sturdier than portables, wall-s have the added
advantage of optimizing your existing ground space for the court,
as you won't need to dedicate any space to the base or pole. Not
all systems include the necessary hardware, so make certain you
add a ing kit to your list.
Portable Systems
Portable systems ( http://www..com/gp/browse.html/?node=3396731 ) require minimal installation and offer ultimate convenience.
These systems generally feature a base that can be filled with
sand or water to stabilize them and include wheels for
portability. Although they are not as sturdy as in-ground or
wall-ed hoops, portables are simple to set up and can often
be folded for convenient storage.
Backboard Considerations
Regardless of which system you choose, you'll want to brush up
on Backboards 101. Most residential systems feature backboards
made of acrylic, fiberglass, graphite, or various other composite
materials. While clear acrylic gives the professional look and
feel of glass, it is not as rigid as fiberglass or graphite. Some
systems may offer steel or aluminum backboards, which are
virtually vandal resistant, but don't offer the true rebounding
action.
The regulation size of an NBA backboard is 72 inches wide and 42
inches high. Most portable hoops are 42 or 44 inches wide and 36
inches tall. In-ground systems tend to be a bit larger, with
54-inch and 60-inch widths being the most popular. While
rectangular shaped backboards provide more bank
rtunities, they are generally more expensive than the
streamlined fan-shaped board.