The FleXtreme® Diamond basketball system is perfect for families. An innovative dual canister quad spring, lift-assist mechanism neutralizes the weight of the backboard. This allows players of all ages to effortlessly adjust the height anywhere between 6' and 10' with the simple turn of a handle.

• Adjustable Down To 6'

  Don't leave anybody out! Let your young competitor get a head start at the 6' rim height. Also, this allows installation to be done from a standing position without ladders or special tools.

• Effortless Adjustment

  The FleXtreme's powerful lift-assist mechanism neutralizes the weight of the backboard allowing a 6-year-old child to easily adjust the system.

• Safe, Enclosed Adjustment Mechanism

  A fully enclosed adjustment mechanism keeps children and other players safe while adjusting the height of the system.

• No Pins, No Rod, No Sweat

  Meet the simplest adjustment mechanism available. Turn the handle clockwise to go up, counter-clockwise to go down. When you reach the height you want, stop turning. It's that simple!

• Padlock the System at Any Height

• Easily See the Rim Height While Adjusting

  The height meter is mounted so the person adjusting the system can easily read and set the system at precise heights.

• Precisely Calibrate the Rim Height

  The rim height indicator is set after the concrete has settled and cured to ensure accurate rim height measurements.

• The Adjustment Handle Is Accessible To All Players

  The adjustment handle is mounted at a height players of all ages can reach.

Bring gymnasium quality play to your home or institution with a genuine FleXtreme® Diamond basketball system. Available high-performance regulation-sized ½" thick tempered glass backboard and 8" square 7 ga. thick one-piece steel pole delivers unrivaled durability and performance that continues to exceed demanding expectations and out-perform alternatives.

• 33% More Glass, 9% Better Rebound Response Than Closest Alternative

  Backboard Rebound Response

  

  Almost all gymnasiums use ½ inch thick tempered glass backboards while residential hoops use softer and thinner materials. This experiment is intended to determine how a ½ inch thick tempered glass backboard performs compared to traditional residential backboards.

  

  VIDEO: Rebound Response Experiment

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  • Experiment Parameters

    - The backboards are all 60 x 36 inches and have identical aluminum framing. The ball used is made of an indoor outdoor synthetic material. All balls were dropped from a consistent 55 inches and were measured with a high speed digital camera. Rebound response is defined here as the percentage of distance the ball bounced back from the original drop height.

  • Summary

    - Acrylic was the clear looser with only a 38% rebound response (some manufactures use thinner 3/8 acrylic which was not tested). 1/2 inch glass was the winner beating 3/8 inch glass by approximately 9% with a 69% rebound response.

• Heavy-Duty Backboard Frame

  The FleXtreme® Diamond backboard is encased in a ¼" thick die-cast solid aluminum frame. This adds incredible rigidity to the board and protects the edges of the glass. The glass is locked into place with ¼" steel "L" brackets at each corner. A rubber gasket lines the channel that the glass sits in as a buffer from the metal frame.

  This mechanical method of mounting the glass is the same used on competitive NBA and NCAA backboards. Many other residential basketball systems use an adhesive to mount the glass which can weaken over time in the elements and can expose the edges of the glass increasing the chances of breakage.

  Backboard Frame-To-Glass Mounting Process

  

  Backboard Frame Comparison

  

• Available High-Performance Regulation-Sized Tempered Glass Backboard

  Backboard Material Comparison

  

  Tempered glass is approximately 4 times heavier than acrylic. This adds mass to the system and improves the rebound response off of the backboard.

  Secondly, tempered glass is harder than acrylic. This creates a much more rigid surface and eliminates the drumhead effect that deadens rebounds on acrylic boards. Also, much like your car windshield, the hard tempered glass will resist scratching and remain clear. Acrylic will scuff and become cloudy over time.

  Acrylic does have its place. We recommend it in institutional applications where vandalism is likely. This is because acrylic will not shatter.

  In summary, tempered glass is preferred in most situations for its performance and durability over time. If you are concerned about vandalism acrylic might be the better option for you.

• High-Performance Extension Arm Mounting

  Bank Shot Activity Heat Map

  

  Where are you really going to need stability? We have developed the diagram on the right to show where most bank shots bounce off of the backboard.

  We have put together the diagram below. to show how the FleXtreme® systems add stability at the most crucial point while others ignore stability in favor of perceived aesthetic value. This also demonstrates that square joints are more rigid than curved. Click the "Shoot Bank Shot" link above to see a demonstration.

  Backboard Mounting Stability Demonstration

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• 8" Square, 7 Gauge Thick, One-Piece, Square Steel Pole

  Steel Thickness Comparison

  

  As the price of steel rises many manufactures are beginning to reduce the thickness of their main pole. This reduces the stiffness yielding a less stable, poor performing basketball system. Make sure you're getting a full 7 gauge (3/16") thick main pole.

  The quickest way to determine the quality of a basketball system is to check the pole type. All premium hoops use a square (or rectangular) one-piece pole with 7 gauge or higher thickness.

  Stay away from multi-piece poles. Manufactures split the poles into several pieces for shipping and distribution purposes. Right out of the box, you'll see that these joints are the weak link in the system and will weaken more over time from corrosion.

  Pole Type Comparison

  
  

  Weak corroded joint in a 2-piece pole

• Limited Lifetime Warranty - Covers Dunking and Hanging

  

  We proudly back the genuine FleXtreme basketball goal with an unsurpassed warranty. The durable design, quality construction and over 24 years of experience ensure you will enjoy a lifetime of play and never worry about maintenance or replacing your system.

  Every part of the heavy-duty FleXtreme system has been designed to exceed performance expectations under extreme playing conditions. The FleXtreme goal is completely warranted for dunking and hanging on the rim. Other manufactures did not design their hoops for this kind of aggressive play and will not warrant it.

• Industry Leading Corrosion Protection

  

  This system is currently available with our industry leading Rust Armor™ package. This will not delay your ship date.

  Mr. Basketball and Keith Discuss Corrosion Protection

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  • How much is it?

    $149.00

  • Do I Need It?

    	Receive 30 or more inches of rain per year - view map		Receive standing snow and or roads are salted - view map		Live within 100 miles of salt water - view map
    	Live in a humid climate (60% or greater relative humidity) - view map		Install basketball system within range of a sprinkler		Want to reduce the risk of weakening bolts and unsightly rust streaks

  • What's included?

    • Zinc Galvanization

      The main structural components are dipped and coated in a galvanizing solution that will protect the raw steel from corrosive elements. These parts pass through a molten bath of zinc at a temperature of 860 degrees thoroughly coating them with a thick robust layer of zinc.

      This process is commonly known as hot-dip galvanization and prevents corrosion by forming a physical barrier and by acting as a sacrificial anode. The zinc coating reacts with oxygen, water molecules and carbon dioxide in the atmosphere to yield an impermeable, tenacious, insoluble layer of zinc carbonate. This level of protection is similar to that of aluminum and stainless steels.

      Wikipedia was referenced for this information including the following pages Galvanization, Sacrificial Anode , and Hot-Dip Galvanizing.

      

      Photos of the main structural components after galvanization and before receiving a powder coat finish

      Galvanization Coating Diagram

      

    • Stainless Steel Fasteners

      Stainless Steel and Carbon Steel Bolt Comparison

      

      All fasteners are upgraded to stainless steel ensuring your system will look great and never weaken or seize up over time. Untreated carbon steel fasteners will be replaced with durable stainless steel to ensure your goal will remain structurally sound and reduce unsightly rust streaks.

      Destructive corrosives such as road and costal salt will not weaken fasteners. They also make moving your system a snap! Never worry about rusty fasteners seizing up while disassembling and reassembling the system.

    • Extended Corrosion Warranty

      
      

      Your system will be warranted against structural damage caused by corrosion for a lifetime!

      We are so confident that the galvanized coating and stainless steel fasteners included in the Rust Armor™ package will eliminate any risk of corrosion that we are backing these products up with an extended lifetime warranty that covers damage caused by corrosion.

      This warranty covers all environments including brutal costal conditions, salt from road clearing and dense humidity.

Focus on your creating your signature dunk, not installation!

The FleXtreme® Diamond system is precisely manufactured with high quality materials that are designed to go together smoothly and intuitively. Assembly of the complete system can be done from a standing position without ladders or special tools using only 8 main bolts.

• Phone support from an experienced installation expert

• Only 8 main bolts for simple assembly

• Installed from a standing position. No ladders or special equipment required.

• Rated easiest assembly by top installation professionals

• Backboard padding and "H" bracket are pre-installed saving you 30 minutes of assembly time.

• Precise leveling using self-leveling nuts after the pier has cured.

• Stainless steel fasteners will not seize up if you decide to move to a new house (requires Rust Armor package)

• Rim-height is calibrated after the concrete has cured to ensure accuracy

• Installation process summary

  1. Concrete Pier Installation (~1.5 Hours)
  2. Allow Concrete to Cure (1 - 5 Days)
  3. Assemble System on Cured Concrete (~1.5 Hours)
  4. Start Playing!
• View / print installation instructions

• Plan your court

  

  Rim Height	Overhang (front of the pole to the front of the backboard)
  6'	73.5"
  8'	70"
  10'	60"

  • 5' Overhang (Front of the pole to the front of the backboard)
  • Approximately 24" square pier (depends on your soil conditions)
  • 20" clearance from the back of the pole is required for the adjustment mechanism
  • Free-throw line is 15' from the front of the backboard
  • Three-point line is a perfect arc from the center of the rim
    • Middle-School, High-School, Women's College: 19' 9"
    • Men's College: 20' 9"
    • NBA: 23' 9" (wings cut off)
  • View / print court dimension diagrams

• Popular installation frequently asked questions

  • Is the pier included?

    Yes, everything you need for installation is included but the concrete.

  • How big does the pier need to be?

    24" square and 4' deep belled out at the bottom. If you have a sandy soil you might want to go deeper.

  • How much room do I need behind the system?

    20" behind the back of the pole at MINIMUM. This will give players enough room to get their hand beind the system to adjust the height.

  • Can it be installed into existing concrete?

    Yes. You can jackhammer the area you need or use wedge anchors.

  • How long does it take to install?

    Installation times can vary but you can expect to spend around 1.5 hours installing the pier and 1.5 hours assembling the system with 1 to 5 days for the pier to cure.

The FleXtreme® Diamond basketball system is elegantly designed to be a classy, unobtrusive edition to your driveway or backyard court. The proportionate system will blend into the surroundings while offering an unmistakable professional playing experience.

Photos of FleXtreme® systems blending into their surroundings

• Smooth gloss back finish

  Blends into residential settings and resists unattractive weathering

• Clear backboard

  Allows surroundings through for an unobtrusive feel

• Tempered glass backboard

  The very hard tempered glass will remain clear and not scratch like softer acrylic alternatives. This ensures that the backboard will remain clear and not get a dull dirty look.

• Minimalistic backboard frame (thin bezel)

• Available Rust Armor

  Reduces rust and ensures your system will not become an eye-sore

• Very little signage

  We don't treat your system like a billboard. There is a small sticker on the backboard and extension arm that can be removed if you'd like.

• Rectangular clear backboard with padding

  Delivers a very professional look that adds prestige to your home

• Proportionate and Unobstructed

  There is minimal clutter behind the backboard from the support structure and the pole is not as tall as others. Because of this design, the system is perceived as smaller and less obtrusive.

Add Rust Armor to ensure your system does not become and eye-sore

A competitor's system after a few years without Rust Armor protection

A competitor's system with multi-piece pole and no Rust Armor protection

How much does it cost? Do I need it? What's included?

Less Backboard Obstruction and Clutter

Proportionate and Less Awkward

FleXtreme® systems create a safe engaging environment right at home. Protective padding, enclosed adjustment mechanism and a large overhang distance ensure your children and their friends stay safe while keeping them close to home.

Children playing two on two with the FleXtreme® Platinum basketball system

"The FleXtreme® Silver basketball system surpassed my greatest expectations. I love my new system!"
- David Cohen
FleXtreme® Silver Shown

• Protective safety padding

  The FleXtreme® Diamond is designed to protect all players. Young and elite players alike will appreciate the complete padding set included with every FleXtreme® system. No matter what height players are dunking at durable shock absorbing backboard padding will protect their head. Wrap around pole padding protects aggressive players that drive in hard for a lay-ups and play underneath the hoop. The gusset padding protects players from rolling an ankle or falling onto exposed bolts at the base. In contrast, many other basketball goals do not include the protective padding needed to keep players injury free.

• Break-away rim

  For players unleashing their dunking power on the FleXtreme® system, we have included a heavy-duty break-away rim that is designed to absorb the pressure and pop right back into place. This softens the blow to player's hands and joints preventing injury.

• Enclosed adjustment mechanism

  All springs and cranks are safely enclosed ensuring players will not get their fingers or clothing tangled up while adjusting the system.

• Keeps kids in a safe home environment

  The FleXtreme® system gets children excited about being active and keeps them at home. Your new engaging driveway or backyard basketball court will be the new neighborhood hangout allowing you to conveniently keep a close eye on your impressionable children.

• Large safe-play area

  Take the pole out of the playing area while keeping balls and players on the court. Overhang is defined as the distance from the front of the pole to the front of the backboard. Regulation courts have a distance of 4' from the baseline to the front of the backboard. This area is used to box out and allows players running in for lay-ups to stay in play. More importantly it keeps the pole out of the playing area reducing the likelihood of injury to players. Larger overhang distances also keep players from stepping off the playing surface which reduces injuries such as rolled ankles.