Yay, you did it! You finally made the decision to invest in a basketball hoop for you and your loved ones to enjoy for countless hours to come. And you’re probably thinking, “Now how do I install this hoop?”. You’ll need to decide whether you prefer to install the goal yourself or hire a professional installation company to handle the task. But don’t worry, we can help you decide whether a DIY basketball hoop installation is right for you! Should I Do the Basketball Hoop Installation Myself? Fortunately, Goalrilla goals are designed for homeowner installation, and people just like yourself… Read more »
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A new basketball goal is an exciting (and sizable) investment, so it makes sense to do your research and compare the various models to find the one that best suits your needs. One question we often hear at BasketballGoalStore.com is “What’s the difference between the GS60c and the CV54?”. This is a logical question because the two goals are at similar price points (and outstanding goals since they are both Goalrilla). So, we’d like to shed some light on some notable differences. Benefits of the CV54 over the GS60c The GS60c is the entry level 60” model in the Goalrilla… Read more »
As you’ve probably realized by now, there are many residential basketball systems available on today’s market. At BasketballGoalStore.com, we carry two of the best-selling residential hoops in America: Goalrilla and Goalsetter. This article will help you understand some of the differences between the two basketball systems. Goalrilla Advantages Worm-Screw Actuator Goalrilla basketball systems are equipped with a worm-screw actuator, which is less likely to fail than other basketball systems. Most other residential goals use a gear adjustment system that raises and lowers the goal. Both technologies have been tested and the worm screw has been proven to last longer, and is more… Read more »
The Goalrilla GS60c is the Economy selection in the Goalrilla 60” lineup. The Goalrilla GS60c features a 60”x’36” clear view tempered glass backboard, 5.5”x 5.5” one-piece steel pole, and a 2.5’ overhang. Like all the Goalrilla systems, the GS60c is adjustable from 7.5’ to 10’ and has a tough baked on Powdercoat finish. The independent anchor system combined with the Goalrilla limited lifetime warranty make this a solid investment. What to Like Independent Anchor System: The Goalrilla GS60c features an independent anchor system. An independent anchor system allows you to take your investment with you if you move. The anchor system has… Read more »
The Goalrilla installation always seems more daunting than it really is. The hardest part is digging the hole. The hole will be 4’ deep and about 18” around. There is no need for an auger, it can be dug by hand with a pair of post hole diggers. It is important that your anchor is installed correctly and at the proper depth to ensure that you are below the frost line and there is enough concrete weight to offset the weight of the goal. If you can dig the hole correctly, your work should be downhill from there. Be sure to consult… Read more »
So, you’re in the market for a residential basketball goal and can’t decide which brand is going to give you the best performance and quality for your money. Today, we’re going to give a comparison of Goalrilla vs Pro Dunk Hoops basketball hoop systems. Goalrilla dates back to 1995, as does Pro Dunk Hoops. Even though they’ve been around for the same amount of time, it’s important to note several key elements that differentiate them from one another. Let’s take a look. Pro Dunk Goalrilla Pole Height & Strength Shorter, thicker pole. General consensus is that this increases the length… Read more »
So, I was looking through some older photos that we had from the early Goalrilla days and I found an interesting one. This was a customer that had evidently purchased a Goalrilla goal from us years ago. Evidently, there had been a huge storm that had knocked down one of their old growth trees. As this tree was falling, it had actually fallen squarely on top of one of our Goalrilla goals, effectively hammering it into the ground about a foot or so. You can actually see from the picture of the anchor, how deep the anchoring system has actually… Read more »
Netting containment systems have been popular with Goalrilla owners for years. Nets keep the basketball out of the street, out of your flower garden, out of the neighbor’s bay window and out of the poison ivy at the bottom of the hill. You maximize your playing time by keeping the ball on the court. More practice means better skill retention. But with the convenience of a netting containment system also came some complaints. Some of our customer’s didn’t like nets that came out onto court or required concrete anchors to be poured in their lawns. Some didn’t like nets that… Read more »
The Goalrilla CV60 is the Premium selection in the Goalrilla 60” lineup. The Goalrilla CV60 features a 60”x’38” clear view tempered glass backboard, 6”x6” one-piece steel pole, and a 3’ overhang. Like all the Goalrilla systems, the CV60 is adjustable from 7.5’ to 10’ and has a tough baked on Powdercoat finish. The independent anchor system combined with the Goalrilla limited lifetime warranty make this a solid investment. WHAT TO LIKE Independent Anchor System: The Goalrilla CV60 features an independent anchor system. An independent anchor system allows you to take your investment with you if you move. The anchor system… Read more »
These two goals are both geared up with the features that have made Goalrilla the #1 residential basketball system in the world. They both come standard with: One piece 10’ steel post w/ welded gussets at the base Dupont powder coated paint & corrosion resistant hardware 3/8” tempered glass backboard w/ full parameter steel supported frame that includes a lifetime warranty Medium weight pro-style flex breakaway rim Welded board arms for maximum strength All steel actuator allowing adjustment of the rim from 7’1/2- 10’ Anchor bolt mounting system allowing owners to take their goal with them when they relocate … Read more »
The Goalrilla CV72 is the Premium selection in the Goalrilla 72” lineup. The Goalrilla CV72 features a 72”x’42” clear view tempered glass backboard, 6”x8” one piece steel pole, and a regulation 4’ overhang. Like all the Goalrilla systems, the CV72 is adjustable from 7.5’ to 10’ and has a tough, baked-on powdercoat finish. The independent anchor system combined with the Goalrilla limited lifetime warranty make this a solid investment. WHAT TO LIKE: Independent Anchor System: The Goalrilla CV72 features an independent anchor system. An independent anchor system allows you to take your investment with you if you move. The anchor… Read more »
There are two problems with pouring concrete in cold weather. Concrete can freeze before it has a chance to strengthen and concrete sets more slowly in cold weather. This doesn’t necessarily mean you have to wait until spring before you can enjoy that Goalrilla Basketball Goal that Santa left under the tree. If that were the case, you would have been better off with a lump of coal in your stocking. At least coal could have been used to heat up your home on those frosty nights. So what do we need to do to break that cabin fever and… Read more »
Before we discuss what is different between a medium-weight flex rim and a heavy-weight flex rim, let’s discuss what is the same. For the uninitiated, they may appear to be the same. Sure they’re both orange. Of course, they are both spherical in nature and hold a nylon net with the help of twelve hooks. Most importantly, both the medium-weight flex rim and heavy-weight flex rims are a regulation eighteen inches in diameter. Sorry, no excuses for those missed shots! So if the two rims are the same, why is there any reason to choose one over the other? Good question! Well, once… Read more »
Amidst the excitement of purchasing a Goalrilla basketball goal, the overhang is something you may not initially think about. Overhang is the distance between the front of the post and the front of the backboard. All Goalrilla goals have an overhang of 2 1/2’ to 4’. Typically, the deeper the overhang, the better, as the post is pushed back and removed from the playing area. The shorter the overhang, the more likely players are to run into the post during play. The heavy duty steel post on a Goalrilla doesn’t care if you’re the next Michael Jordan or a parent… Read more »
The Goalrilla CV54 is the Premium selection in the Goalrilla 54” lineup. The Goalrilla CV54 features a 54”x’38” clear view tempered glass backboard, 5”x5” one-piece steel pole and a 3’ overhang. Like all the Goalrilla systems, the CV54 is adjustable from 7.5’ to 10’ and has a tough, baked-on powdercoat finish. The independent anchor system combined with the Goalrilla limited lifetime warranty make this a solid investment. WHAT TO LIKE: Independent Anchor System: The Goalrilla CV54 features an independent anchor system. An independent anchor system allows you to take your investment with you if you move. The anchor system has… Read more »
The Goalrilla GS-III and the GS54c are two variations in the Goalrilla line of 54” wide backboards. If you are looking to compare these basketball goals then you have probably come to the conclusion that you are in the market for a 54” backboard.If that’s the case then you actually have 4 total options to choose from. The other two goals that come in this size are the GS54 and the CV54 – with the CV54 (clear view) being the premium of the whole group. With Goalrilla being the quality manufacturer that they are, all basketball goals you will find… Read more »
BasketballGoalStore: Shopping Made Simple Why Buy from BasketballGoalStore VS. a Box Store? While shopping for a Goalrilla goal, the BasketballGoalStore offers its customers three key differentiators: savings, convenience and variety. Savings As the largest Goalrilla dealer in the country, the buying power of the Basketball Goal Store allows us to offer lower pricing than your big box store. If you were to purchase a Goalrilla goal at a big box store, you would be paying a considerable amount more than you would through the Basketball Goal Store. We have our Best Price Guarantee, that will guarantee that we have the… Read more »
If you have an up and coming basketball star or just want to shoot a few hoops in the driveway, choosing the correct basketball system is important. You want to choose a system that is going to last, gives you the performance you expect, and looks good at the same time. There are numerous things to consider when deciding which basketball hoop to buy. The type of backboard that you choose is one of the most important decisions. For those of you looking at a higher end basketball hoop, you may have noticed a couple of different choices: acrylic and… Read more »
The DC72E1 basketball system will be the best and last goal you will ever have to buy. With professional style features from top to bottom, this goal is designed to withstand the roughest of play. This goal is the flagship of the Goalrilla lineup, boasting the best that Goalrilla has to offer. The only basketball goal with the new Direct Connect Technology In ground, adjustable high-end basketball goal Regulation size, for high school and college play NCAA backboard pad, premium pole pad Rock Solid, Independent anchor mounting system DUPONT® Powder coat painted 1/2’ tempered glass clear view backboard Premium actuator,… Read more »
Using the Goalrilla G Trainer, this basketball drill is going to work from the close range to the three point range. Warming up is something that many players skip over and many coaches do not emphasize enough during a practice session. With this drill, players can run the drill at their own pace and can focus on all shooting ranges. In addition, this drill allows players to focus on repetition, which will help build muscle memory that will lead to higher scoring percentages during games. Overall, the G Trainer will allow players to focus more time on practicing and less… Read more »