Lifetime 51550 Courtside Portable Basketball Hoop, 48-Inch Backboard

Lifetime's portable basketball hoops are the perfect option for players of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned veterans. The portable base with integrated wheels makes it easy to position the hoop in the ideal spot in your yard or driveway. With the adjustable pole, you can lift the rim with one hand, ranging from 8 to 10 feet, allowing everyone to participate regardless of their skill level.

The backboard is crafted from polycarbonate, providing an exceptional rebound and playing surface. The graphics on the backboard are UV-protected, ensuring they won't fade over time, keeping your hoop looking sharp for years. Enjoy endless hours of fun with friends and family in the comfort of your own home, honing your jump shot or practicing your backyard dunking drills with the Lifetime Courtside portable basketball system.

Unlike in-ground hoops, which are typically anchored in concrete, the Courtside portable hoop rolls on wheels, allowing you to position the basket support wherever you desire, from the back patio to the middle of the cul-de-sac. All you need to do is fill the 31-gallon polyethylene base with water or sand, and you're ready to play.

Lifetime recognizes that dunking and above-the-rim play are essential elements of modern basketball, which is why the Courtside comes equipped with both a height adjustment mechanism and a spring-back rim. The three-piece, 3-inch round Speed Shift pole includes a set of counter-balance springs, enabling you to raise and lower the backboard from 8 to 10 feet with a single hand. This handy technology allows players of all ages and skill levels to enjoy the game on their own terms, while aspiring dunkers can gradually increase the height as their vertical leap improves.

The Slam-It Rim is designed specifically for players who love to throw down powerful dunks. The solid-steel rim features double-compression springs that give way during dunks to protect the player, then spring back into place once released. The orange rim is also supported by 1/2-inch braces, with welded-steel net hooks and an all-weather nylon net.

Players need not worry about the backboard shattering after a hard impact, as the 48-inch Shatter Guard Fusion backboard boasts Makrolon polycarbonate technology, making it virtually unbreakable. Other features include fade-resistant graphics screen-printed onto the backboard with UV-resistant inks, a high-impact polyethylene frame around the backboard, and a powder-coated, rust-resistant finish around the pole. The Courtside comes with a five-year warranty, covering the entire system.

When considering a basketball system for your home, you have several options to choose from, including in-ground, wall-mount, and portable systems. In-ground systems are permanently cemented into the ground, offering greater rigidity and a smaller footprint, but often require professional installation. Wall-mount systems can be attached to the side of a house, a tall retaining wall, or a garage, optimizing your existing ground space for the court. Portable systems, on the other hand, require minimal installation and offer ultimate convenience, with the ability to be moved and folded for storage.

Regardless of the system you choose, it's important to consider the backboard material, as it can significantly impact the rebound and playing experience. Acrylic, fiberglass, graphite, and various composite materials are common choices, each offering unique characteristics. While clear acrylic may provide a professional look and feel, it is not as rigid as fiberglass or graphite. Steel or aluminum backboards are highly durable but may not offer the same true rebounding action.

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