Amazon Minimum Age: 60 months
Binding: Sports
Brand: Lifetime
EAN: 0081483012391
Label: Lifetime
Manufacturer: Lifetime
Model: 1239
Publisher: Lifetime
Studio: Lifetime
Features:- The portable base rolls on wheels, allowing players to position the basketball system in the desired location
- Durable backboard is made of clear acrylic 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:
Fun for the entire family, this portable basketball system can go anywhere you want to shoot hoops. This system features a 42-inch acrylic backboard, three pieces of 3-inch round black telescoping pole sections, a black classic rim, direct mount extension arms, and a 27 gallon portable base. The backboard is constructed of break-resistant acrylic, making it durable and rugged to withstand the elements. The rim features a solid steel ring for stability; the all-weather nylon net is long-lasting. The telescoping pole is adjustable in 6-inch increments by tipping the system and moving the telescopting pole to the desired length. 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 play today. 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.
Average Rating: 
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This product was very hard to assemble. We had to contact the manufacturer to help assemble it. It was purchased for Christmas and it took several days to get this thing assembled.[...]
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Putting together my set, I discovered that one of the pole pieces was not properly drilled (it was missing a set of holes it needed). Unfortunately,I discovered this after I had already followed the steps to "irreversibly" join that pole piece with the other pole pieces.
At that point, I was really wishing I had bought it locally (so I could return it) instead of from Amazon, but it worked out OK: Lifetime's friendly customer service woman sent us a new bottom pole piece, no questions asked, which was very nice (I was afraid they wouldn't believe me) but it made me wonder if that happened often. She also told me how to separate the poles so I could insert the new one: drop the joined pole set on a carpeted floor about 50 times until it comes apart.
Aside from the bad bottom pole and mounting the headboard/rim, putting it together was quite easy. Two of us together had a hard time getting the headboard/rim mounted - it's pretty tricky.
Overall it's mostly sturdy construction, but when I saw the way the top of the water-filled base sagged when my 5-yr old stepped on it, it made me wonder if it will hold up long term.
Overall, I would have rated it higher if not for the bad pole, it's not a bad deal for $100.
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We bought this goal as a gift for my mom to have when her grandchildren come to play. The whole thing was put together by a 16 year old, with very little help. We have not had any problems. The only thing that could be better is if the height adjustment was easier. The goal has to be laid down to adjust the height, which definitely requires 2 adults. But for the money, it is definitely worth it.
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I recieved this item very quick. However, when I opened it and expecting a new portable basketball system, I was a bit disappointed. The first thing I notice was the backboard was not in "good" condition. It looked as if it was taken out before and had scratches all over the pastic. As I went through the rest of the package, it looks like it was an opened item. A few of the item did not seem like it was package as it should have and is loose.
As for the setup, it is straight-forward and did not take too much effort to do so.
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We like the basketball set however it was thee worst thing ever to put together! It is very difficult! So much that I considered divorce twice during the 2hr process with my husband!
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