Is dunking or holding on the rim OK on this system? did anyone tried dunking or holding on to the ring?
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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.
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We used to have the rim lowered because the neighbor kids liked to be able to dunk. Two concerns.....first, I'd be concerned about the unit tipping forward. I have extra weight on the base to prevent tipping, so I was less concerned. But I think adults hanging on the basket could be an issue. I have a neighbor with the same unit who had the unit tip forward and the glass broke. Second, I'd be a little concerned about both the rim bending...it's strong but not sure if it's that strong. But also the glass breaking. The rim mounts metal to metal, so it should not pinch the glass. However, the flexing that could occur might be an issue. My two cents. I'd recommend a Goalrilla if you want to jam! We used to have the rim lowered because the neighbor kids liked to be able to dunk. Two concerns.....first, I'd be concerned about the unit tipping forward. I have extra weight on the base to prevent tipping, so I was less concerned. But I think adults hanging on the basket could be an issue. I have a neighbor with the same unit who had the unit tip forward and the glass broke. Second, I'd be a little concerned about both the rim bending...it's strong but not sure if it's that strong. But also the glass breaking. The rim mounts metal to metal, so it should not pinch the glass. However, the... » Read More We used to have the rim lowered because the neighbor kids liked to be able to dunk. Two concerns.....first, I'd be concerned about the unit tipping forward. I have extra weight on the base to prevent tipping, so I was less concerned. But I think adults hanging on the basket could be an issue. I have a neighbor with the same unit who had the unit tip forward and the glass broke. Second, I'd be a little concerned about both the rim bending...it's strong but not sure if it's that strong. But also the glass breaking. The rim mounts metal to metal, so it should not pinch the glass. However, the flexing that could occur might be an issue. My two cents. I'd recommend a Goalrilla if you want to jam! « Show Less
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I would not hold onto the rim with this system. The weight on the rim could cause the system to tip forward.
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My kids lower it and dunk on it. It seems to be pretty sturdy. However, I'm sure that a big enough person could pull it over.
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I have dunked several times. I actually weight 165 so it works good. I would definitely recommend following the directions on cementing in the pole. That is the strength of it. The rim is of good quality though. If there is problems you do have a warranty with it. One of the net clips fell off after my first month and I called it in to Lifetime (the maker) and they shipped me a brand new rim. Love it.
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I haven't had any issues with mine. I'm not sure if this will help you, but maybe you can try this link. http://m.sportsunlimitedinc.com/basketball-hoop-parts-and-accessories.html
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Line the top part of the black bracket up to the silver bar on the basket so it just sits in place, you may need to move it on a slight angle for it to line up. Once lined up and just sitting there push it downwards causing the red locking section to grab onto it snapping it in place. After a few practices it works easily and well. Enjoy!:)
2190584
Hi. It comes with a spring on ring base plate to absorb shocks. But I never tried to dunk on it bc I'm not tall enough. So far it has been used a lot and still is like new. Very happy with my purchase.
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Jennifer, this was my response to someone else regarding the required height. He had a little more head room than you but it appears you have enough for the frame to fit. High arching shots might be a problem for you but honestly the kids don't tend to arch the ball much higher than the frame itself. "As it sits assembled, mine stands at 80" (6'-8") at it's highest point. The rim is 18" (1'-6) below that highest point. On really high arching shots you might hit your ceiling but in my opinion you'd be fine as most shots would never go that high.
1025724
Yes, velco hook and loop... but I don't think I would want to take it to public bball courts each time. Sounds like a hassle
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I would not recommend hanging on this hoop. Dunking Ok. Hanging will probably do some damage.
655133
Yes, the rim is mounted with a coiled spring, but I wouldn't try any breakaway dunks on the hoop.
31147
I would imagine the manufacturer only could help with the rim replacement as its base that bolts to the backboard is custom size. I purchased 2 of these in June. Both are as purchased. Well used and not abused. Its a pool toy and as such we do not allow hanging on rim or net and NO slam dunks! I see getting a good 5 plus years maybe more if treated for what it is. A pool toy. Net standard. Any sports store.
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We had tons of fun with this over the summer. We played with aged 7-17. Plus my husband and his two grown brothers enjoyed this thoroughly. One note, because we played 'vigorously ', the rim tends to fall now. Too much dunking last summer. We need to replace. But, was so much fun.
986621
Very lil chance of shattering the backboard in my experience opinion. The hoops and backboards are in great condition after 3 months of constant use in league play with dunks throughout season.
827760
I play 2k14 everyday. The X box one version focuses on the my player/my career party. You can only play a team once, no seasobs, dunk cobtest, playoffs or anything. My player is tight.
1735957
The Spalding NBA Slam Jam Over-the-door is very durable. It has the capability of dunking. My son absolutely loves this basketball hoop. The hoop cannot hold weight; however, as long as the child does not try to hang from the hoop it can withstand dunks and most play. My son (10 years old) and his friends play on it constantly!
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It holds up very well! My son plays on this hoop for hours and he plays really rough with it. He moves it from door to door, dunks on it and its like new.
755763
I haven't tried dunking them but I have released the pressure from my pressure cooker with them. The rapid release steam hit the the gloves directly and I didn't feel it. With the old ones, I got burned a bit from doing the same thing. There are silicon mits out there that you can dunk but I don't like the control with them.