Spalding H-Frame In-Ground Basketball System

Product Description ------------------- No schedules. No gym fees. No closing time. The Spalding Arena View H Series Glass In-Ground Basketball Hoop created a court that's yours to rule. Built for the truest rebound, it includes a regulation-size backboard made of tempered glass. You can adjust the breakaway force of the rim to tailor it specifically to your game, and the lift system lets you change the height with the turn of a handle. This hoop gets its stability from a one-piece support pole equipped with arena-style padding. It has a 3-foot offset, so you can go hard in the paint. .com ---- Bring home years of basketball fun with the Spalding Arena View residential in-ground basketball system (86604HGP), featuring the ergonomically designed U-Turn Pro lift system. It easily adjusts rim height from 7 to 10 feet with an interior safety stop to prevent lowering the board below 6 feet 6 inches. Its hinged base plate enables ground level assembly of the backboard and rim, and it features welded gussets and an anchor bolt ing system that allows for future system removal, a powder coated matte black finish, and all necessary installation hardware. It offers an official 4-foot regulation offset for heated play under the rim and a one-piece steel square pole (6 inches square, made of 3/16-inch steel) with a premium pole pad. It has the following specifications: * Tempered glass backboard measures 60 by 38 inches, 0.375-inches thick for superior rebound * Heavy duty "H" frame board bracket for improved stability and pro style extruded aluminum trim * Authentic Arena View main court backstop look with 4-corner Z-Arm * Competition style 4 x 5-inch Positive Lock breakaway rim .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 break-away 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, since you won't take any space up with 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. Brand Story ----------- A Division of Russell Brands, LLC, Spalding is the largest basketball equipment supplier in the world, and America's first baseball company. Spalding is the official basketball of the National Basketball Association (NBA) and Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), the official backboard of the NBA and NCAA, the official baseball of the Little League World Series, the official volleyball of the King of the Beach Volleyball Tour and of the "Pro Beach Series" and the official football of Pop Warner. In addition to being a leading producer and marketer of basketballs, footballs, volleyballs and soccer balls, Spalding produces softballs under the Dudley brand. The SPALDING® and DUDLEY® trademarks are owned by Russell Brands, LLC.

• ARENA VIEW BACKBOARD: 60-inch X 38-inch tempered glass board with arena-style padding.
• BREAKAWAY RIM: Positive Lock breakaway mechanism.
• U-TURN PRO: Allows the backboard to be adjusted with infinite heights between 7.5 feet to 10 feet and come with a detachable handle..
• 3 FOOT OFFSET: Allows players from slamming into the support pole.
• STEEL POLE: 6 Inch Square Pole with heavy-duty padding.
• Z-ARMS: For improved stability and leveling, reducing board breakage.
• SAFETY STOP: Prevents goal from being lowered below 6 feet 6 inches.
• HINGING BASE PLATE: Enables ground level assembly of backboard and rim.