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Sporting Goods : Spalding 48-inch Acrylic Backboard/Rim Combo UnitIn association with Amazon.comfrom: Spalding  Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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Amazon Minimum Age: 60 monthsBinding: Sports Brand: Spalding EAN: 0689344326863 Label: Spalding Manufacturer: Spalding Model: 79608 Publisher: Spalding Release Date: July 20, 2006 Studio: Spalding Sales Rank: 46126 MPN: 79608 Features:
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Editorial Review: Product Description: Spalding 79608 Basketball Backboard and Rim Combo with 48 Inch Acrylic Backboard features a 48 Inch acrylic backboard with heavy duty aluminum frame and Pro Image breakaway basketball rim. The Spalding 79608 backboard and rim combo is great for mounting to a pole, garage, wall, or roof. Amazon.com Product Description: Play like the pros in your own backyard with this Spalding acrylic backboard/rim combo (model 79608), which is designed to fit on square poles only. Measuring 48 by 36 inches, this clear acrylic board has look of a pro-style backboard and offers exceptional rebounds. It features a heavy duty aluminum frame, a 5/8-inch solid steel Pro-Image breakaway rim for aggressive play, and an all-weather net. Mounting hardware is not included. Key Features:
Manufacturer's Warranty Five-year limited warranty 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:
 Rating: - Heavy BackboardThis backboard is fairly well made but there are two things that you need to know before you purchase this. 1. It is very heavy and you will need some major support infrastructure to hold it, and 2. You will need an engineering degree to read the instructions that come with it. Incidentally, if you are like me, you will probably have a series of left over bolts, screws, and other miscellaneous parts when you finally get it assembled and you may wonder why they were all included. Browse for similar items by category:
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