How does the backboard play? Does it give realistic play for bank shots?
1327885
Well, the backboard wasn't as thick as I had hoped. Given that it's mounted from the ground up on a pole there is a little more "play" on the backboard for bank shots. However, it plays a lot better than the b ball hoops that are just mounted from a sand or water filled plastic base. For the price it's not a bad hoop. Installation was relatively easy. It helps having a 15 year old son willing to do the grunt work. The ground in AZ isn't the easiest thing to dig.
1327886
No, it does not give realistic play for bank shots. The backboard is very springy. It is nothing like playing on a real indoor basketball goal. Having said that, it plays better than the neighborhood backboards I used growing up. There are probably better outdoor goals on the market but they are very pricey.
1327887
Very flimsy. If you are looking for a quality solid backboard this is NOT your hoop...
1327888
This was a concern of mine before I erected it. Though it will never be like a backboard in a gym settimg it responds well for you neighborhood pick up game.
1327889
It's ok you have to remember the plastic back is thin it's not glass but I like it,
982451
Backing up is a little tricky. It's just like backing up a cat. You just have to get used to it. It doesn't do well with turns in close quartets since it's long.
1546493
I would NOT consider this a dunking system. It a great inexpensive hoop to shoot around on for kids. If you are going to be knocking down some reverse jams, I would recommend you spend a little more money. For what it is worth I would also recommend a square post for the dunkers. A square post has more resistance to deflection loads so it will provide more rigidity.
2190583
No it shattered from regular play after 6 months, I believe the intense Florida sun broke down the plastic composite used to make the backboard, buy a better model.
1245785
Yes, I have moved from inside to the outside. The only problem is that if they jump and dunk, and grab the rim, it destroys the backboard.
1989990
It's small but more like a standard basketball. I think it is REALLY loud when they shoot it against a door... the backboard and the ball are both pretty loud... my kids use theirs in the basement and I can hear it upstairs. It isn't so loud when they dribble.
1219037
Don't expect arcade quality, but it's holding up fine. The air hockey is the best game by far. The pool table balls tend to roll toward a rail and the ping pong table is small. But it is a cool small table and tons of fun.
1146331
Absolutely! You could position it by the pool and practice rebounding for sure.Good luck!
474102
Fairly well as long as you use a real ball. There is a limit to how well it shows a fade or a draw. It will show a fairly good baby fade like the one I play. But if you really try to make it cut, it can show a massive hook or slice.
1081044
The board folds in half and is lot of fun. I used to play when I was younger so when I found myself laid updue to sickness I used this game to fill my time. What fun it is with friends. At least three or four to makethe competition more interesting. I hope this helps.
874494
Yes, the basketball rim & backboard does shake a little when using a full size official NBA basketball. Its a great setup and looks nice and its the best I have used for a portable basketball hoop but there is still a little shaking/give. For the money i think its worth it but thats my personal opinion only. This is my 6th portable and its the best by far.
1504257
I use mine in my basement. It is very stable even without the stakes. Bad shots are usually not a problem. Just stand fairly close and the only issue is if your shot does not get into the air. Grounders will bounce of the base. I have never missed wide though.
1373473
Dunking is just fine. I weigh 210 pounds and played ball, so could really throw down in the day. I personally would not hang on the rim. Its not good on a pro gym one and I strongly feel if you hang on this one you have a great chance of bringing the whole system down on you depending how much weight you have hanging on it, and secondly, the rubber washers that protect the glass from the collapsible springs would get so compressed that the springs would probably shatter the whole backboard. It would look cool....only once. Hope that helps.
1775886
It's fairly sturdy when you fill up the base with sand or water. I used sand so it won't freeze or crack in winter. My daughter plays on a basketball team and uses it all the time. It shakes when you bounce a ball off the backboard but not violently. I think it can handle dunking by two teenage boys ok.
1788934
Yes ,, it needs to be coming pretty straight at you and at not much of an angle or distance.On the field behind the catcher is more accurate than behind the backstop,unless the backstop is fairly close.
481820
It's just a very weak bounce back. It won't give you the bounce back of a rebounder; it's not pulled tight enough. I have a rebounder set up next to our goal w/ Predator b/c the Predator doesn't act like a rebounder. LOVE the Predator, though, for it's intended use.
1171829
Yes it is tacky and I can assure you it gives good amount of spin. The sticky feel provides good spin on the ball specially if you return it with an undercut. Your opponent will surely have hard time returning the ball...