Amazon.com's Price: $159.99 as of 11/23/2009 20:08 EST
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Amazon Minimum Age: 60 months
Binding: Sports
Brand: Lifetime
EAN: 0081483012254
Item Dimensions: 900440065203100
Label: Lifetime
Manufacturer: Lifetime
Model: 1225
MPN: 1225
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Lifetime
Studio: Lifetime
Features:- The portable base rolls on wheels, allowing players to position the basketball system in the desired location
- Virtually indestructible backboard is molded of high-density polyethylene and can withstand the demands of aggressive play
- The 27-gallon portable base provides a stable foundation by filling it with water or sand
- Five-year limited warranty
- Telescoping pole sections provide height adjustment capability to include all players
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Product Description:
Lifetime Pro Court, 44" Fan Shaped Impact Basketball System, Molded Of High Density Polyethylene, Graphics Are Screen Printed With UV Protected Inks, Fade Resistant Color, Classic Rim Features 5/8" Solid Steel Ring Supported By 1/2" Braces, Welded Steel Net Hooks Do Not Require Replacement, Rim Provides Excellent Durability, All Weather Nylon Net, Telescoping Pole Adjusts From 7-1/2' To 10' 6" Increments, 26 Gallon Of Water, Or 364 LB Of Sand Portable Base.
Product Description:
Fun for the entire family, this portable basketball system can go anywhere you want to shoot hoops. This system features a 44-inch backboard, three pieces of 3-inch round black telescoping pole sections, a black classic rim, and a 27 gallon portable base. The backboard is constructed of high-density polyethylene, making it durable and rugged to withstand the elements. The rim features a 5/8-inch solid steel ring and is supported by 1/2-inch braces; the all-weather nylon net is long-lasting. The telescoping pole adjusts the rim height from 7.5 to 10 feet in 6-inch increments without the use of tools. To stabilize the base, a 27-gallon capacity (about 234 pounds of water or 364 pounds of sand) allow for a stable foundation.
Portable basketball systems depend on a base filled with sand or water for stability. Although it will take up more space than an in-ground system, the portable base rolls on wheels, allowing players to position the basketball system in the desired location (and also allowing storage in a garage). Simply assemble, fill the base, and star shooting some hoops. There is no fussing with concrete.
Amazon.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-mount system before you decide.
In-Ground Systems
In-ground systems are permanently cemented into the ground--either via a bolt mounting 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-Mount Systems
Wall-mount systems can be mounted to the side of a house, a tall retaining wall, or a garage. Generally sturdier than portables, wall-mounts 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 mounting kit to your list.
Portable Systems
Portable systems 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-mounted 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 shot opportunities, they are generally more expensive than the streamlined fan-shaped board.
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For a beginners basketball hoop, I really have no complaints. The system is solid and well built enough to stand up to my 9 year old and his limited dunking skills. The price was well within reasonable expectations for quality and peformance. Don't expect easy, one handed height adjustment or true bounce off a rather thin, molded plastic backboard. But for shooting around with the kid, you should be happy. My biggest complaints were two-fold:
First, the product took about three days until it even began shipping. I'd expect more from something shipping directly from Amazon (as indicated by the page) and not a third party.
Second, and the main reason I only rated 3 stars, the box was missing 2 bags of parts. I still don't understand in modern assembly line production how 2 large bags of parts don't make it into a box with roughly 10 components. It was disappointing to get half way through assembly and tell my son he wouldn't get to play today because Lifetime couldn't QA their products. Regardless, they were nice enough to send out the missing parts bag (minus an apology) and it sits fully assembled in my driveway.
As it recommends, you'll need two people to put it together.
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I took less than an hour by myself to put this together. I felt the directions were clear. I use it daily and have no issues with it. It was a good price and with free shipping it was wonderful.
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My basketball goal arrived quicker than expected. It was easy to assemble and the kids were shooting hoops in no time. I feel like a got a good deal and it's something the whole family enjoys. I would definately recommend this product. Very pleased with my purchase.
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Putting it together right was a challenge, but is has served us well. It has to be very portable for us, so we use water in the base and put large rocks in an old cooler on top of the base to make it more stable. I was impressed by the fact that the base returned to shape fairly easily after the corner got run over by a car. The plastic was warm from the sun at the time.
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We bought this for my son and his family. The fact it is adjustable makes it possible for our grandchildren to use it as well as our son and daughter-in-law. While there were a few frustrating minutes when it would not go together as it should, they have definitely enjoyed having it as a means to 'family togetherness!'
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