If leaks develops though or the base cracks over time (and they always do, it doesn’t matter water water filled base, this or a parasol base, they are all the same eventually! They also appreciate the speedy response to issues and the way the team goes out of their way to assist. That doesn't mean you have to spend a fortune, or even have to have the exact equipment you'd find on the court.

I enquired about purchasing an extension pole as I understood one was available and the seller had one made and shipped within a week or so - for no extra charge. The Northern Stone base can be filled with either 80kg water, or 1000kg of sand, making it quite stable, even when the players are giving it a bit of a pounding. His backboard will help to take some of the shock out of the impacts and reduce the noise and vibration felt in the house. Backboards made from polyethylene are very strong and can take a lot of punishment, and you’ll want ones that have UV protection, both for the material and the ink used on them.The base does a good job of keeping everything solid, especially when filled with sand, and you can bounce the ball hard off the backboard without worrying if the whole thing will topple over, like with some hoops I’ve seen. The base when filled with water can be easily emptied or, given it isn’t that heavy can just be lugged about if you’re strong. Wall-mounted ones usually come with easy-to-follow instructions on how to affix them to your wall, along with the wall-mounting fixtures. The bigger the capacity of the base, the more stability it provides, but it also means potentially the heavier it is and more difficult it is to move around and so may require more than one person. This leaves us parents with a bit of dilemma: Do we spend good money on the best equipment out there and hope our child doesn’t get bored after a week and never use it again?

There are two different variations – cheaper ones with exposed springs, and more expensive ones with covered springs offering better protection.Additionally, it can be easily dismantled into a compact size for convenient storage or transportation. Set to your desired level – there are six height positions, starting from 219cm and building up to 279cm in 11cm increments – and get shooting in your back garden or driveway. If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. If tight on space in your garden area and want something permanently in place, this is a great option.