Product Description

No schedules. No gym fees. No closing time. The Spalding Arena View H Series Glass In-Ground Basketball Hoop created a court that's yours to rule. Built for the truest rebound, it includes a regulation-size backboard made of tempered glass. You can adjust the breakaway force of the rim to tailor it specifically to your game, and the lift system lets you change the height with the turn of a handle. This hoop gets its stability from a one-piece support pole equipped with arena-style padding. It has a 4-foot offset, so you can go hard in the paint.

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Hone your dribbling and shooting skills without heading to the park or rec center with the Spalding Arena View in-ground basketball system. Unlike portable systems--which you can move from the driveway to the street--in-ground systems are fixed, with a single-piece, 6-inch solid-steel square pole that's anchored in concrete. As a result, the system is extremely stable, helping it perform more like the hoops in gymnasiums across the country.

The system's authenticity extends to its 72-inch tempered glass, steel-framed backboard, which includes a competition-style breakaway rim with 180-degree flex action. Whether you're throwing down or playing a game of 3-on-3, the Arena View looks and plays just like competition hoop. The Arena View also includes a U-Turn Pro height adjustment crank that adjusts from 7.5 to 10 feet, accommodating all your friends as they perform a dunking routine. Finally, the system is tough and durable, with an anchor-hold mounting system and plastic bushings that eliminate metal-to-metal contact and rusting. Other features include an interior safety stop, an official 4-foot regulation offset, a hinging base plate for ground-level assembly, and heavy-duty Z-arms bolted through the backboard frame for improved stability.

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 breakaway 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, as you won't need to dedicate any space to 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.