The B500 Box hoop, a unique and innovative basketball hoop!
Gone are the days of the bulky basketball hoop that takes up space all year round in the middle of your garden! The B500 Box basketball hoop is innovative and unique, as it effortlessly unfolds and stores away in 1 minute, without tools.
It is suitable for the whole family, as it can be easily adjusted to 4 different playing heights with its strap system: 2.4m, 2.6m, 2.8m & 3.05m!
Is the B500 Box mobile?
Exactly! The basketball hoop can be easily moved for you to put wherever you like: in the house or garden, or why not on the patio?
With its big wheels, the B500 Box hoop can go over any obstacles (steps, pebbles etc.) which makes it easy to move it from storage to the playing area.
What are the dimensions of the B500 Box?
Check out the dimensions of the basketball hoop here:
- Base (cm): 145x79x45
- Posts (cm): 8.0 x 8.0 (fixed section) / 7.5 x 7.5 (telescopic) / 7 x 7 (telescopic)
- Backboard (cm): 108 x 70 x 2.30
- Hoop diameter (cm): 45 (inside) / 49 (outside)
- Packaging (cm): 145 x 80 x 60
Volume
- Compact position with backboard removed (cm): 145x78x65
How heavy is it?
Check out the various weights of the basketball hoop here:
- Without ballast (kg): 56
- With ballast (sand/water) (kg): 176 / 146
- Base volume (litres): 90
What height basket should you choose?
The official height of a basketball basket is 3.05m (rim height).
If you want a basketball basket for your child, you need something that will grow with them.
For younger kids there isn't an official height so you can choose whatever suits them best.
Up to the age of 10, club baskets are set at 2.60m.
After the age of 10, both girls and boys play with 3.05m baskets.
Should you weigh it down with water or sand?
Most basket bases can be weighted with water or sand (see product instructions).
Sand is denser than water and so the same volume will be heavier: your basket will therefore be more stable (but harder to move).
Water can also freeze in winter and break the plastic base if the temperature drops too low, or leak out through hidden cracks.We recommend weighing down your base with sand to be safer.
What precautions should you take in strong winds or storms?
To prevent any accidents or breakage in the event of storms or strong winds, we highly recommend breaking down your basketball hoop.
The bigger the board, the more it will catch the wind, particularly when it is in its higher positions.
Don't take any risks.
How should you care for your basketball basket?
We recommend cleaning your basketball basket with a damp sponge and some soap. Rinse in fresh water.
If your product has protective foam on the post, remember to store it inside in winter.
We recommend using a cover to protect the backboard from rain and frost.
What ball should you use?
The ball size depends on the player's age and gender.
Baby basketball: sizes 1 to 3.
Girls and boys under 10: size 5.
Girls aged 10 and up, women, and boys aged 10 to 12: size 6.
Boys over 12 and men: size 7.
If you want a very durable ball, go for a rubber ball. If you want a ball with a good feel, leather or synthetic are the right materials.
Can the Tarmak basketball hoops and boards be used on public courts?
Our baskets are designed for private use (family, friends).
They are not designed for the heavy use associated with public and club courts.
Did you know that all TARMAK products are tested in the lab and in match conditions?
Our basketball design team works in an immersive sports environment at our R&D sports centre located in the north of France. Its ongoing mission is to make basketball players more comfortable as they play. All our products are designed with materials for which we have verified the quality in terms of moisture management, durability, etc. Each model is tested in the lab then in real-world conditions by basketball players for several weeks, and undergo changes based on your feedback.
Who designs the Tarmak basketball products?
TARMAK is a team of passionate basketball players who create products specifically for playing basketball. The entire range is designed to meet the needs of basketball players, whether you are a beginner or experienced, an adult or child, or an occasional or regular player.
Our mission: help you have as much fun as possible during your training sessions and games.
Get all our tips on choosing the right gear and training!
Tarmak is here for anyone playing basketball, from beginners to regulars. Check out our tips for training, kitting yourself out, and playing alone or with friends.
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