Spalding 79351 Backboard/Rim Combo with 44-Inch PolyCarbonate Backboard

Spalding 79351 Backboard/Rim Combo with 44-Inch PolyCarbonate Backboard

Spalding 79351 Backboard/Rim Combo with 44-Inch PolyCarbonate Backboard
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Equipment Details

Manufacturer: Spalding
Brand: Spalding
Model: 79351
Product features:
  • 44-inch PolyCarbonate backboard ; solid steel Slam Jam breakaway rim; white all-weather net; fits round or square poles
  • 44-inch PolyCarbonate backboard
  • 5/8-inch solid steel Slam Jam breakaway rim
  • Fits round or square poles
  • 5-year limited warranty
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Sports reviews of Spalding 79351 Backboard/Rim Combo with 44-Inch PolyCarbonate Backboard

Customer Review: a bit flimsy, but not bad for the money
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars

Bought this to replace an older Spalding 48" that had broken. Took 2-3 hours to switch out. Ran into a couple of problems and had to buy a few parts, but all-in-all went up fine. The plastic is acrylic (vs polycarbonate), definitely thinner, and has a more hollow sound. I think we can get used to that. You can definitely do better if you want to spend the $$, but this isn't bad.

Description of Spalding 79351 Backboard/Rim Combo with 44-Inch PolyCarbonate Backboard

44-inch PolyCarbonate backboard solid steel Slam Jam breakaway rim; white all-weather net; fits round or square poles
Play like the pros in your own backyard with this Spalding polycarbonate backboard/rim combo, which is designed to fit on both round or square poles. Measuring 44 inches wide, this clear board has look of a pro-style backboard--complete with NBA logo in the corner--this unit is ideal for mounting to a pole, garage, or wall. It also features a 5/8-inch solid steel Slam Jam breakaway rim with ultra-smooth spring action and an all-weather net. Mounting hardware not included.

Key Features:

  • 44-inch polycarbonate basketball backboard
  • Slam Jam breakaway basketball rim
  • 2-7/8" x 2-1/2" hole pattern
  • Designed to fit round or square poles
  • Weighs 34 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
Five-year limited warranty

About Spalding
As a Division of Russell Corporation, the Spalding Group consists of three business units: Spalding in Springfield, MA; American Athletic, Inc. (AAI) in Jefferson, IA; and Huffy Sports, in Sussex, WI. The three companies, collectively combined, are now the largest basketball equipment supplier in the world. Spalding is the official basketball supplier of the National Basketball Association (NBA) and Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), the official backboard of the NBA and NCAA, the official volleyball of the King of the Beach Volleyball Tour and the official football of the Arena Football League (AFL) and Pop Warner.

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.

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