Spalding 79351 Backboard/Rim Combo with 44-Inch PolyCarbonate Backboard

Spalding 79351 Backboard/Rim Combo with 44-Inch PolyCarbonate Backboard

from: Spalding List Price: $99.00 Amazon.com's Price: $98.00 You Save: $1.00 ( 1%) as of 11/23/2009 20:52 EST Used Price: $92.99 Third Party New Price: $98.00 Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours This item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping. Amazon Minimum Age: 60 months Binding: Sports Brand: Spalding EAN: 0689344327730 Item Dimensions:870539038003300 Label: Spalding Manufacturer: Spalding Model: 79351 MPN: 79354 Publisher: Spalding Studio: Spalding Features: 44-inch PolyCarbonate backboard ; solid steel Slam Jam breakaway rim; white all-weather net; fits round or square poles 44-inch PolyCarbonate backboard 5/8-inch solid steel Slam Jam breakaway rim Fits round or square poles 5-year limited warranty Accessories: Spalding 63-369 Spalding Lay-Up Ball Basketball (Official Size) Related Items: Spalding 8406S Universal Mounting Bracket Huffy 8839S "The Converter" for Basketball Systems Spalding 63249 Official Size NBA Street Basketball Valeo Chin-Up Bar Kent Dual Drive Tandem Comfort Bike see more Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Product Description: The Spalding 79351 Basketball Backboard and Rim Combo with 44 Inch Polycarbonate Backboard features a 44 Inch polycarbonate backboard and Slam Jam breakaway basketball rim. The Spalding 79351 basketball backboard and rim combo is great for mounting to a pole, garage, wall, or roof. Mounting bracket sold separately. Amazon.com Product Description: Play like the pros in your own backyard with this Spalding polycarbonate backboard/rim combo, which is designed to fit on both round or square poles. Measuring 44 inches wide, this clear board has look of a pro-style backboard--complete with NBA logo in the corner--this unit is ideal for mounting to a pole, garage, or wall. It also features a 5/8-inch solid steel Slam Jam breakaway rim with ultra-smooth spring action and an all-weather net. Mounting hardware not included. Key Features: 44-inch polycarbonate basketball backboard Slam Jam breakaway basketball rim 2-7/8" x 2-1/2" hole pattern Designed to fit round or square poles Weighs 34 pounds Manufacturer's Warranty Five-year limited warranty About Spalding As a Division of Russell Corporation, the Spalding Group consists of three business units: Spalding in Springfield, MA; American Athletic, Inc. (AAI) in Jefferson, IA; and Huffy Sports, in Sussex, WI. The three companies, collectively combined, are now the largest basketball equipment supplier in the world. Spalding is the official basketball supplier of the National Basketball Association (NBA) and Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), the official backboard of the NBA and NCAA, the official volleyball of the King of the Beach Volleyball Tour and the official football of the Arena Football League (AFL) and Pop Warner. 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. Customer Reviews Average Rating: Rating: - Very nice backboard set This backboard and rim set is very nice, looks professional. Very sturdy, and well made. Amazon price beat MOs! And it was delivered to my home. Mounted it on my garage roof and now the kids can shoot hoops for and hour after school. The acrylic clear plastic does not block sunlight coming from behind, so it's unobtrusive. Bought the roof mount at Amazon as well, see my comments and recommendations on that. Rating: - End user review Purchased product knowing it was on the lower end of the price scale. Received in 2 days. Had large defect in backboard. Also had to spend quite an effort to modify brackets to fit on existing pole. When ball hits backboqrd has very 'tinty' sound as plexiglass is not thick at all. So bottom line, from my experience...low price product = low quality. Will choose another product next time. Rating: - Good product for home use Good product and it arrived quickly. Although it was packaged properly, the backboard came with 3 deep scratches. I would fault Amazon for poor quality control before shipping it as it couldn't have happened during shipping due to the proper packaging. Since the kids wanted this installed asap I choose not to return it. Overall nice size board especially if you don't have a very big playing area. Purchased it with the converter kit which worked very well with this board for a wall mount installation. Rating: - Great for the price We installed this backboard on our existing pole & support bracket. It looks good, just slightly smaller than I would have thought. We've played 3 on 3 games several times on our driveway & the goal is great, absolutely no complaints. You can tighten the bolt underneath the breakaway part of the rim to get the proper tension on the rim, so it's not too tight or too bouncy. Overall it's probably not as sturdy as a more expensive backboard, but it's well worth the price & it will hold up just fine I think. I'd recommend it.