PROS AND CONS OF BASKETBALL HOOPS

For anyone who loves to shoot hoops, there&#;s nothing better than to step outside of your house and into your backyard or driveway and start throwing up some shots. And you don&#;t even need anyone else to play with. Sure it would be fun to play a little one on one or three on three, but you can have fun even if it&#;s just you and the hoop.

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So if you&#;re ready to make an investment in a basketball hoop that fits your needs, there are some things you should know about the different types that are available to choose from. Here are some pros and cons and also some valuable information of hoops that we&#;ve researched.

Basketball Hoops

Portable

Portable hoops are popular in that they can be moved when needed and are much easier to install. The base in normally filled with liquid or sand to keep the hoop stable. However, on the negative side, the unit has a tendency to shake and vibrate more than a type that is more solidly installed.

In-Ground

These hoop types are placed into the ground and typically secured with concrete. That makes them much more stable than a portable system. Installation is a bit more difficult since you will need to make sure the system is level before the cement dries. Also, because it is a more permanent install, it may not be the best choice for someone who may be moving out of that location within a short time.

Wall-Mount

Becoming less popular due to the portable systems, a wall-mount system is still an option if you have a wall or garage next to a driveway where you can play. They are fairly stable but if placed on an attached garage may cause noise for those in the house when you are playing.

Backboard Types

Polycarbonate or Plastic

These types of backboards tend to come with the less expensive systems sold today. On the plus side, they are durable and hold up well to weather conditions. However, from a performance standpoint, these backboards do not perform well as the ball will not come off the board with much force and can shake.

Acrylic

These backboards are also known for their sturdiness. Cast acrylic backboards are a cut above their plastic counterparts and are priced in the mid-tier range. But you will still not get the true rebound off the this board that you would on a glass backboard and you will still see some shake in the board as well. They are also prone to scratches and are still not quite as durable as the glass backboard would be.

Tempered Glass

Although this is the most costly type available, the tempered glass backboard is the best on the market and is used in gyms around the country. Players will find this provides the truest performance of any backboard and is recommended for serious basketball players who want to simulate real conditions with their home basketball hoop. Cost would be the only real downside.

Backboard Sizes

Another thing to consider when shopping for a basketball hoop system is the size of the backboard you want. Backboards come in a variety of sizes. They can range anywhere from 44&#; inches wide up to 72&#; inches wide. Regulation size NBA backboards are 72&#; wide and 42&#; high.

For most portable, driveway or backyard systems, you won&#;t need an NBA size backboard. Anything 48&#; or below would only be something you would want for small children to use. Backboards that measure 50&#; to 54&#; will be good for most driveways and are not to big or small for that space.

But if you&#;re a serious player and have the budget for it, consider a 60&#; backyard. This size will really give you the feel of playing on a regulation size basketball goal.

Adjustable Hoops

Most of today&#;s basketball hoop systems, whether in-ground or portable, will offer some type of adjustable height feature. Many of them have ranges anywhere from 7 to 10 feet in height, although there are some systems available that will allow to set the range as low as five feet.

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You will want to look for a system that makes it easy to adjust the height of your hoop. You will want a system with an easy to use handle that adjusts the height within minutes. Many allow the handle to be removed for more parental control.

Benefits of Adjustable Hoops

There are several key benefits to using the adjustable basketball hoops. It allows you to adjust the height of your hoop to correspond to the age and size of your child. As they grow, the height can be increased so they also get a realistic feel for how a full-size hoop will be when they get to that point.

In addition, it can be more fun for players who want to experience the joy of dunking a basketball, something most can only dream of. Why not have a dunk contest with your friends. Now that would be a lot of fun!

But regardless of which type of basketball hoop or backboard you choose, the goal is to enjoy yourself while incorporating some good old fashioned exercise at the same time. Basketball is fun activity and the more you practice the better you&#;ll get.

Think about the fun you can have playing with friends, challenging your dad to a game or just knocking down shots on your own with the clock winding down.

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Decide what size and quality basketball system fit your needs based on several factors including player age and skill

Before even looking at basketball goals, it's a good idea to figure out what your actual needs are. To figure this out, I have come up with the following questions.

Who will be using the basketball system?

Age, skill level and usage type all play a part in figuring this question out. If young children will be using the system you might consider an adjustable basketball goal. Most premium basketball goals will adjust down to 7 feet although some will go as low as 5 feet such as the Hoops Pro Dunk basketball hoops. As children get older, they can easily adjust the basketball hoop to the height of their choosing.

Elementary: 5-7 feet

Youth leagues: 8-9 feet

Jr. high on: 10 feet.

Even as children get older many still enjoy lowering the basketball hoop down to have fun dunking. Many companies such as Goalsetter and Goalrilla do not allow dunking and hanging on their rims. If your children will be dunking you should make sure that it does not void the warranty. For more information on basketball goal warranties you can visit this basketball goal warranty guide.

If nobody will be dunking and everybody is jr. high level or above you might consider a fixed-height system. These goals are usually a little cheaper and not as complex.

Type of Play

If the players are going to be rough on the system including dunking or lots of play you should seriously look at a premium basketball system as a money saving investment. A heavy-duty goal that will withstand years of adolescent abuse can range in price from $800.00 to $3,000.00. Most of these systems use a pier system so you can relatively easily take the basketball goal with you when you move.

How much portability do I really need?

Many people begin their search by looking for portable basketball goals at Academy, Sports Authority or Dick's Sporting goods. Some home owner associations will not allow permanent basketball goals. Check the rules in place before getting an in-ground permanent basketball system.

Portability is an attractive feature at first although I would urge you to take a second look at more permanent hoops. Many people are under the delusion that they will be dragging heavy portables to and from the garage each day which just doesn't happen. A broken down ugly portable sits on the driveway or nobody plays because it's piled under junk in the garage.

The value you get out a portable system is much lower than an in-ground or roof-mount goal. The portable is either much lower quality or much higher in price. A portable basketball goal at the same quality as a non-portable in-ground adjustable system can be upwards of $5,000.00. Portable goals you buy at Wal-Mart or other local retailers are not durable and will not withstand very many years of normal play let alone heavy or abusive play before having to be replaced.

If you're worried about loosing your investment when you move, most premium systems are installed via pier. This means you can take your system with you when you move relatively easily. I call this semi-portable. You will need to loosen 4 nuts and transport the goal to your new house. You will also have to buy a new pier template from the manufacturer to install at your new house. This can be anywhere from $75.00 to $150.00 depending on the manufacturer. If you know you will be moving in a few years, I would recommend buying a second pier (other than the one that comes with the basketball system) when you initially buy the goal.

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