Spalding 88307PR In-Ground Basketball Hoop
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Review:Spalding was founded in 1876 by the Hall of Fame pitcher Albert G. Spalding. Since then, it has been known as one of the oldest and well-known sporting goods brands. The Spalding 88307PR In-Ground Basketball System with 52 Inch Acrylic Backboard is an in-ground basketball system. Just like all in-ground systems, this will require tools for assembling, digging and cementing. In-ground systems tend to be more stable than portable ones because of this. The basketball systems dimensions are 53 x 34 x 7 inches. It weighs 50 pounds, but the whole package’s shipping weight is 91.2 pounds. The Basketball System This Spalding in-ground basketball system includes an acrylic backboard, 3 piece steel pole, steel rim and net. It also comes with an authentic backboard pad for protection against injuries. The base of this basketball system has a ground sleeve for easy installation and removal. The 52 inch acrylic backboard is secured in a steel frame. This basketball system has a 16 inch board offset. This basketball system is held up by the three piece steel pole that is 3.5 inches round. The pole makes use of a Pro Glide lift system. This mechanism makes it possible for the height to be adjusted in six inch increments from 7.5 to 10 feet. The Pro Slam breakaway rim is made of heavy duty steel. It is capable of that ultra-smooth spring back action that is good for layups, bank shots and even dunks. Assembling the system The Spalding 88307PR comes with an instruction manual. However, a lot of people find this manual difficult to understand. Some even hire a professional to set it up. That is the easiest way to assemble it. First, make sure that all the parts are intact. Second, make sure that one has enough tools. Another person helping with the assembly is also much better than doing it alone. Setting it up needs a hole dug and the base of the pole cemented in. The pole will have to be banged together. Placing the backboard is the last step and that is the part that is difficult to handle alone. Once the basketball system is all set up, it is solid and sturdy. It can last for many years. Bottom line: The Spalding 88307PR In-Ground Basketball System with 52 Inch Acrylic Backboard is a very affordable in-ground basketball system with an easy to use height adjustment mechanism. It can be difficult to assemble because the instruction manual is not so helpful, but once assembled, it is sturdy and solid.
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