Lifetime 71524 XL Adjustable Portable Basketball System with 54-Inch Backboard

Lifetime 71524 XL Adjustable Portable Basketball System with 54-Inch Backboard Review

Lifetime 71524 XL Adjustable Portable Basketball System with 54-Inch Backboard Feature

• 54- by 33- by 1-inch square Shatter Guard backboard provides superior strength
• 3.5-inch round height adjustable poleoffers instant and effortless height adjustments from 7.5 to 10 feet
• Orange Slam-It Pro Rim features an arena-style wraparound brace supporting a 5/8 inch ring of solid steel
• Straight round extension arms increase the playing area beneath the basket
• Five-year warranty

Fun for the entire family, the 71524 XL portable basketball system from Lifetime will go anywhere you'd like to shoot hoops. This height-adjustable system features a durable 54-inch Makrolon polycarbonate backboard; three-piece -1/2-inch round steel poles with a Power Lift height mechanism that is adjustable from 7.5 feet to 10 feet with infinite increments, and a Slam-It Pro Rim with double compression springs for spring-back action.

The 71524 XL features a Power Lift height mechanism that will adjust from 7.5 feet to 10 feet.

An arena-style wraparound brace supports a 5/8-inch ring of solid steel while straight, round extension arms allow for more play space under the basket. This system also includes a spring cover, bellows, and a blow-molded frame pad. The portable base offers a 35 gallon capacity and fills easily with water or sand for a stable foundation. Convenient wheels on the base allow you to roll the system easily to your desired location.

Features and Specifications:

• ShatterGuard steel-frame backboard with frame pad
• Makrolon polycarbonate playing surface
• 54- by 33- by 1.5-inch square steel frame
• Offers superior rebound
• Fade-resistant graphics
• Arena-style spring-back Pro Rim with wrap-around bracing
• Double-compression springs
• Nylon net
• Power Lift height adjustment
• Infinite height adjustment from 7.5 to 10 feet
• Easy one-hand height adjustment
• 3.5-inch round pole
• Powder-coated, rust-resistant finish
• 35-gallon capacity portable base
• Base easily fills with sand or water
• Rolls to desired location with built-in wheels

Manufacturer's Warranty
Five-year warranty

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 break-away 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, since you won't take any space up with 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.

The Lifetime® 54-in Competition portable basketball system sets you up with a Shatter Guard™ clear polycarbonate backboard and a Slam-it Pro® rim. You can easily adjust the rim height with a Power Lift® pole system.