So You Want To Play Basketball?
Start at the beginning. 2 Court Sports has provided this selection guide with all the technical facts you need to help you select the right basketball system for you and your family!
This selection guide is designed to help you answer any questions that you may have before purchasing a basketball system. We feel it's important to purchase the system that is right for you - this guide will help you do that! There are five general components to consider when purchasing your own home basketball system:
 With the introduction of Shatter Proof Polycarbonate backboards, Lifetime continues its "unbreakable" record of innovation by virtually eliminating the need to replace broken backboards.
With Shatter Proof Polycarbonate technology, broken backboards are a thing of the past. All of our shatter proof backboards are made with Makrolon® polycarbonate, making them virtually unbreakable and many times stronger than acrylic. The superior impact strength of Makrolon® polycarbonate provides enough protection to withstand the toughest abuse. A patent-pending UV-treatment insures that your backboard won’t yellow or degrade over time. All graphics are screen-printed with UV-protected inks, offering fade-resistant color.
 Shatter Proof Polycarbonate is available on Fusion, Steel-Framed and Reactor Rebound™ backboards. Shatter Proof Polycarbonate backboards are available on a variety of portable and in-ground basketball systems, and all Lifetime basketball brands. The systems range from beginner systems to our highest-end equipment and can be found at various sporting goods and discount retailers throughout the country.
Shatter Proof Polycarbonate - Strong as Steel, Clear as Glass!
Height Adjustment
The ability to raise or lower the backboard to
the desired height is one of the most exciting features home basketball systems
have to offer. This allows players of any age or skill to enjoy the game at
their level! All Lifetime basketball systems are adjustable from 7.5 to 10 feet
no tools required!
Telescoping
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The Lifetime 3-inch Telescoping Pole adjusts the rim height from 7.5 to 10 feet in 6-inch increments without the use of tools. |
Quick Adjust®
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Step up your game with Lifetime's patented Quick Adjust® Mechanism. Raise or lower the rim height from 7.5 to 10 feet in 6-inch increments using a broomstick. Players of any age or skill can enjoy the game at their level. |
Quick Adjust® II
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We've taken our patented Quick Adjust® Mechanism a step further with the Quick Adjust® II. Raise or lower the rim height from 8 to 10 feet using a broomstick. Players of any age or skill can enjoy the game at their level. |
Speed Shift®
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The Speed Shift® offers simple one-hand height adjustment from 8 to 10 feet in 6-inch increments. To adjust, simply pull the handle, and the counter-balance springs help to lift or lower the backboard to the desired height. Players of any age or skill can enjoy the game at their level. |
Action Grip®
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Advance your game with the Action Grip® Height Adjustment Mechanism.
The Action Grip® offers easy one-hand height adjustment from 7.5 to 10 feet in 6-inch increments. No tools, broomsticks or cranks required. To adjust, simply squeeze the handle, and counter-balance springs help to lift or lower the backboard to the desired height. Players of any age or skill can enjoy the game at their level. |
Power Lift®
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Experience the Power Lift® - the ultimate in height adjustment technology! The Power Lift® offers instant and effortless height adjustment from 7.5 to 10 feet with infinite increments. To adjust, simply squeeze the handle, and the pneumatic mechanism helps to lift or lower the backboard to the desired height. Players of any age or skill can enjoy the game at their level. |
Poles and Bases
Every Lifetime basketball pole features a hammer-toned, powder-coat finish that makes the steel rust- and scratch-resistant. All in-ground two-piece poles feature a patented friction-weld joint that safeguards against unwanted movement. Sizes range from 3-inches to 3.5-inches for round poles and 3.5-inch to 4-inch soft-square poles.
All Lifetime portable bases are made of polyethylene, which is a type of plastic also used for our Impact® and Fusion™ backboards. Lifetime's polyethylene bases are blow-molded to form a seamless, one-piece part that has superior strength and durability. Every base is UV-protected and won't crack or degrade outdoors. Sizes range from 26-gallon capacity to 42-gallon capacity.
TranSport™ Base
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The Lifetime TranSport™ Portable Base allows you to easily move your basketball system with no tipping required! Simply pull down the handle to engage the caster wheel, and roll to the desired location. The caster wheel allows the base to rotate 360 degrees providing the ultimate in mobility. |
Standard Portable Base
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The Standard Portable Base features a 35 to 42-gallon capacity, providing a stable foundation. The base rolls easily on its own wheels to the desired location. All standard bases are constructed of high-density polyethylene and made to withstand the elements. Play today, no cement required. |
Lock-Down Portable Base
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The Lock-Down Portable Base features a large water or sand capacity, providing a stable foundation. The base rolls easily on its own wheels to the desired location. The lock-down feature secures the base to concrete surfaces with removable bolts, offering the advantages of an in-ground in a portable. |
Navigator® Base
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Lifetime has revolutionized moving your basketball system with the Navigator® Portable Base. No tipping required! Simply pull down the handle to engage the caster wheel, and roll to the desired location. The caster wheel allows the base to rotate 360 degrees providing the ultimate in mobility. With its large water or sand capacity the Navigator® is a solid base for competitive play. |
Portable Base with Slide Collar and Bubble Level
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This portable base features a large water or sand capacity. The slide collar enables the pole to recline for safe and easy transport. A bubble level ensures accurate setup on uneven playing surfaces. |
42-Gallon Competition Lock-Down Base
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The Competition Lock-Down Portable Base features a large water or sand capacity, providing a stable foundation. The Competition base rolls easily on its own wheels to the desired location. The lock-down feature secures the base to concrete surfaces with removable bolts, offering the advantages of an in-ground in a portable. The base includes a slide collar that enables the pole to recline for safe and easy transport and a bubble level that ensures accurate setup on uneven playing surfaces. |
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