Buying A Basketball Hoop: What To Look For
The first step when deciding which basketball hoop to purchase is to determine what requirements you have. For example, where is it going to be installed? Do you have enough space for an inground model? How often will it be used? Are serious games going to be played, or will the hoop mainly be used for shooting around? Also, who will be using it? If you reside in a housing community, check to see what type of basketball hoop is allowed. A lot of times, only portable ones are allowed.
Review: Barbarian 72 Inch Adjustable Glass In Ground Basketball System
Barbarian Basketball Systems was established back in 1997, and has become one of the leading manufacturers in the industry. They produce two systems, one is the Barbarian and the other is the Raider. This goal in particular features a 72" tempered glass backboard and a Schutt Bully Jr. breakaway rim, which has a 5" x 5" bolt pattern that provides NBA strength. The adjustment ranges from 5.5' to 10' in infinite increments. The pole is 6" x 8" with a 7 gauge. The overhang is 48", and is installed using an anchor mount system. It's backed by a lifetime warranty.
Review: Goalrilla GLR GSII In-Ground Basketball System
Goalrilla produces a line of premium basketball goals, and has been in business since 1991. The GLR GS II features a 3/8 thick, 60" tempered glass backboard a a 6" one-piece square pole. The backboard overhang is 3 feet. The height adjusts infinitely from 7.5 - 10 feet with the use of a crank handle mechanism. Included is a pro-style flex rim and an anchor bolt mounting system. The frame is powder coated to provide resistance against corrosion and UV rays. The GSII is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
Review: Spalding 88354PR In-Ground Basketball System
The Spalding 88354PR is an entry-level in-ground basketball system. It has a 48" polycarbonate backboard with a heavy-duty steel frame. Included is the Slam Jam breakaway rim and a Pro Glide lift system that raises or lowers the height from 7.5-10 feet in 6-inch increments. The 3.5" round pole comes in 3-sections. The backboard has an offset of 16-inches. It's installed by cementing the pole directly into the ground. The 88354PR is backed by a 5-year limited warranty. Review: Goalsetter All-American In-Ground Basketball Hoop
The Goalsetter All-American is premium basketball hoop that features a 60" tempered glass backboard (3/8" thick). It comes with a heavy-duty flex rim and a 5" one-piece square pole with a gauge of 7. The height can be altered from 6-10 feet infinitely with an internal adjustment mechanism. The indicator displays the height, and the handle is removable. The backboard offset is 3", and it's installed with an anchor mount system. The All-American is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. Review: SKLZ Pro Mini Basketball Hoop System
The SKLZ Pro Mini Hoop System can be played on virtually anywhere, whether it be indoors, outdoors, or poolside. It adjusts in height from 3' to 7' with the use of a handle. This hoop is primarily suited for children, but adults can use it for playing basketball in the pool. It also has a breakaway rim, which allows children to dunk without being too concerned about breaking it. The polycarbonate backboard is shatterproof. The base comes with wheels, and can be filled with water or sand. Dimensions: 35 x 25 x 9 inches ; 38 pounds.
Review: Spalding Pro-Image In-Ground Basketball System
The Spalding Pro-Image Hoop features a 54" tempered glass backboard and a heavy-duty Pro-Image breakaway rim. The height adjusts infinitely from 7-10 feet with the U-Turn life system, which is a crank handle that can be removed. The pole comes in two sections and is 4-inches square. The backboard offset is 2 feet. The hoop is installed using a ground sleeve. The Pro-Image hoop is backed by a 5-year limited warranty.
Review: Lifetime 1269 Pro Court Portable Basketball System
The 1269 is the entry level portable system by Lifetime. It has a 44-inch acrylic backboard and a 27 gallon base that can be filled with water or sand. The height adjusts from 7.5 - 10 feet in 6-inch increments using a telescoping design. It has a classic style rim and a 3-section pole that is 2.75-inches round. The latter is powder coated for protection, and the graphics on the backboard are U-V protected. Lifetime backs the 1269 with a 5-year limited warranty.
Review: Silverback SB-60 In-Ground Basketball System
Silverback is a division of Goalrilla, who produces one of the best lines of inground basketball hoops on the market. The SB-60 features a 60" tempered glass backboard with aluminum trim. The two-section square pole is 4 - inches thick, and the backboard extends 2.5 feet out from the pole. It adjusts infinitely from 7.5 to 10 feet with the use of a steel actuator. It's installed using an anchor bolt system. The SB-60 is backed by a 7 year warranty.