Lifetime 71929 World Class XL Base Height-Adjustable Portable Basketball System with Clear 50-Inch Shatter Guard Backboard

by Lifetime

Product Features

• Portable, height-adjustable basketball goal system with a 50-inch shatterproof polycarbonate backboard
• 35-gallon portable base can be filled with sand or water for stability
• Features a Slam-It rim with spring-back action
• Power Lift height adjustment mechanism for infinite height increments from 7.5 feet to 10 feet
• Five-year limited warranty

Product Description

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Hone your jumpshot in your spare moments or perform a backyard dunking drill with this Lifetime 71929 World Class XL adjustable portable basketball system. Unlike in-ground basketball hoops--which are typically anchored in concrete--this portable system rolls on wheels, letting you position the basket support in any desired location, from the back patio to the middle of the cul-de-sac. All you have to do is fill the heavy-duty 35-gallon base with water or sand and play.

The basketball system comes with a 50-inch-square Shatter Guard backboard made of Makrolon polycarbonate, which is virtually unbreakable and several times stronger than acrylic. When combined with the heavy-duty steel frame and the sturdy steel Y-extension arms, the basketball goal looks and plays just like pro-style glass, with superior rebound effects and terrific stability. The system also includes a three-piece, 3.5-inch round pole with Lifetime's patented pneumatic Power Lift mechanism. To change the pole's height--it adjusts from 7.5 to 10 feet in infinite increments--simply activate the Power Lift with one hand and push it to the correct height. And Lifetime knows that dunking and above-the-rim play are a huge part of modern basketball, which is why the basketball goal includes a Slam-It rim. The solid-steel rim features double-compression springs that give way during dunks to protect the player, then spring back once released. Other features include an all-weather nylon net; fade-resistant graphics, and a five-year limited warranty.

Key Details:

• Power Lift pneumatic height-adjust mechanism adjusts the basketball hoop in any increment from 7.5 to 10 feet
• Rim and Net: Slam-it breakaway basketball rim with all-weather nylon net
• Pole: Three-piece, 3.5-inch square steel pole with powdercoated rust-resistant finish to protect the system against the elements
• Base: 35-gallon portable basketball hoop base fills with sand or water for stability
• Backboard Dimensions: 50 by 33 by 1.5 inches
• Backboard Material: Shatter proof Makrolon with fade-resistant graphics and foam frame pad
• Extension: Straight round extension arms; 22 inches offset from playing surface to pole
• Product Weight: 108 pounds

Manufacturer's Warranty
Five-year limited warranty

The 71929 has a roller base for easy movement and a Power Lift pneumatic height-adjust mechanism.

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.

Product Description

The Lifetime 71929 World Class XL Adjustable Portable Basketball Hoop with 50 Inch Shatter Guard Backboard features a 50 Inch shatter guard backboard, Slam-It breakaway basketball rim and a 35 gallon portable base. The Power Lift Pneumatic height adjust mechanism adjusts the basketball hoop from 7.5 to 10 feet. Simply squeeze the handle and the pneumatic mechanism helps to raise or lower the basketball goal height so that players of any age can enjoy the game at their level.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 112 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 112 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000G66GUG
• Item model number: 71929
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #266,910 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #26 in Toys & Games > Sports & Outdoor Play > Sports > Basketball > Backboards
  • #63 in Sports & Outdoors > Team Sports > Basketball > Backboards > Portable Boards

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Awesome product, Instructions need work, January 3, 2007

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R. A Gibson (San Antonio, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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Like many of you, I've taken the plunge and purchased a portable hoop for my child. And like many of you, I generally have no qualms about do-it-yourself type projects. 'Been there, done that'. That said, I have to say that Lifetime could clearly benefit from the addition of a technical writer or two. Directions are mediocre at best (why are so many products besot with poor instructions??). But for those who love 'connect AO to QZ and PN with AR', you'll have a blast. And break out your tool chest as you'll use most of your arsenal (Rubber MALLET is critical).

Poor instructions aside, once together the unit is superb. Adjusting the height is about as easy as it gets. Grab a handle, squeeze, and move up or down. That's it.

Materials are solid. Base is very large. Well balanced for those times it must be moved. I'd prefer slightly larger wheels, but that is a small niggle.

All in all, I'd do it again (putting a second one together could be done in under an hour now that I know where the instructions fall short).

The best part? Well, the best part was the huge hug I got from by six year old daughter once the unit was up. How you gonna' top that? This decision was a slam dunk (pun intended... go ahead and groan, I won't mind).

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Review of Model #71929 Lifetime Basketball Goal., February 16, 2007

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Roger Williams "BaronDawg" (Waycross, GA, USA) - See all my reviews
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All-in-all, the goal itself is okay, but the instructions were vague in many areas and not nearly as comprehensive as I feel they should have been. What really drove me up the wall was the fact that I had to go out an buy a set of titanium drill bits to mount the bottom & corner protective borders of the backboard. The steel around the backboard could just have easily been pre-drilled by the manufacturer. The same holds true for the support pole, which also required the drilling of two holes.
The threads on the large U-shaped bolt that holds the top of the hoop face place got strip-threaded with very little tightening, so I had to re-order the entire parts bag to get that one part that I needed. This was an extra $9, plus change that I had to spend. They said I'd get it in 3-4 days, but it took 5. In the meantime, my granddaugther was upset because she couldn't shoot baskets on the goal, which was her ONLY birthday present. (It cost $399.00). Last but not least, after being as careful as possible, the base leaked water, so I had to go to Lowe's and buy $20.00 worth of sand to fill it.
P.S.-I am a college graduate with a higher than average IQ. Putting this thing together was not a fun experience by any means...

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Product - if you can get past the parts list, October 17, 2007

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A. MCARDLE - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lifetime 71929 World Class XL Base Height-Adjustable Portable Basketball System with Clear 50-Inch Shatter Guard Backboard (Sports)

I assembled this over 4 hours one weekend. Actually, you could do this in less than half the time if they had provided a decent parts checklist. To verify a part, you had to go to the page in the assembly instructions to find out what the part looks like -it would have been nice to have a diagram of all the parts separate from the assembly instructions. Other than that, it assembled well, is a real quality product and we've had hours of fun.