RuffNeck™ EXT (60” Offset) Fixed-Height Direct Bury In-Ground Basketball Hoop by First Team
The RuffNeck™ EXT Fixed-Height Basketball Hoop by First Team is built to handle the toughest outdoor environments while delivering professional performance and durability. With a60-inch offset for extended play space, this direct-bury system is perfect for parks, playgrounds, and institutional courts. Constructed from heavy-duty galvanized steel and designed with a stress-free direct rim mount, the RuffNeck EXT provides unmatched strength and long-term reliability. Its innovative nose-cone backboard mounting system ensures a secure, easy installation for years of dependable use.
Available RuffNeck™ EXT Configuration Options:
- RuffNeck Extreme EXT: 36×60 Steel Backboard
- RuffNeck Playground EXT: 42×60 Steel Backboard
- RuffNeck Excel EXT: 42×72 Steel Backboard
- RuffNeck Max EXT: 36×54 Fan-shaped Aluminum Backboard
- RuffNeck Endura EXT: 36×60 Aluminum Backboard
- RuffNeck Impervia EXT: 42×60 Aluminum Backboard
- RuffNeck Intensity EXT: 42×72 Aluminum Backboard
- RuffNeck Flight EXT: 39×54 Fan Fiberglass Backboard
- RuffNeck Dynasty EXT: 42×72 Fiberglass Backboard
- RuffNeck III EXT: 36×54 Acrylic Backboard
- RuffNeck Select EXT: 36×60 Acrylic Backboard
- RuffNeck Supreme EXT: 36×72 Acrylic Backboard
Key Features
• Fixed-Height Design: Engineered for permanent installations where consistent rim height is preferred.
• Extended Offset: 60-inch post-to-backboard extension provides additional playing area under the hoop for safer and more realistic gameplay.
• Heavy-Duty Steel Construction: Built with a 4½” O.D. Schedule 40 galvanized steel post for superior strength and corrosion resistance.
• Direct Rim Mount: Rim is bolted directly through the backboard and into the post, preventing backboard stress and ensuring long-term stability.
• Reinforced Support Braces: Dual tubular braces connect the backboard to the post neck for maximum rigidity.
• Weather-Resistant Finish: Galvanized steel resists rust and harsh outdoor conditions for long-lasting performance.
• Nose-Cone Mounting System: Simplifies installation with a secure, permanently locked design that keeps the backboard firmly in place.
• In-Ground Installation: Post is buried 48 inches below the playing surface for enhanced stability and durability.
• Backboard Compatibility: Choose from multiple backboard and rim combinations to meet facility requirements and budget.
• Assembly: RuffNeck™ EXT Assembly Instructions
• Warranty: Backed by a Lifetime Limited Warranty for guaranteed performance and peace of mind.
Shipping
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Why You’ll Love the RuffNeck™ EXT
The RuffNeck™ EXT is designed for facilities that need a rugged, maintenance-free basketball system with extra offset for improved safety and playability. Its galvanized steel construction and direct rim mount ensure that it performs consistently under heavy use. Perfect for parks, schools, and recreation centers, this system provides dependable strength and a professional look for any outdoor court. With a Lifetime Limited Warranty, the RuffNeck EXT is a long-term investment in quality and performance.
