Lifetime Elite 52" In-Ground Basketball Hoop

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While they provide separate baggies for each step — which is great — correctly identifying individual parts is terrible.\n\nAll of the parts should be labeled; this is a $500 product.\n\nThere were also several pieces where the bolts would not go through because the paint was too thick, so I had to drill off the extra paint.\n\nAlso, if you don't believe this review, go check out their YouTube comments — people describe the experience as a \"hellscape.\"","textLength":1185,"csFlag":false,"inappropriateFlag":false,"reviewedFlag":true,"autoModerated":true,"published":true,"incentivized":false,"upVotes":0,"downVotes":0,"orderId":"141311730","dimensions":[{"type":1,"dimensionId":3,"dimensionLabel":"Value","id":7,"code":"VAL01","label":null,"value":1},{"type":1,"dimensionId":4,"dimensionLabel":"Durability","id":13,"code":"DUR02","label":null,"value":2},{"type":1,"dimensionId":5,"dimensionLabel":"Quality","id":17,"code":"QUAL1","label":null,"value":1}],"responses":[],"tags":[],"media":{"photo":[],"video":[],"audio":[]},"user":{"nickName":null,"firstName":"Jason","lastName":"Schattschneider","emailAddress":"[email protected]","externalId":null,"city":null,"state":null,"country":null,"ageRange":null,"badge":null,"shopperProfiles":[]},"reviewedDate":"2025-05-04T16:32:29-04:00","purchaseDate":"2025-04-23T00:00:00-04:00","dateCreated":"2025-04-28T12:10:27-04:00","customData":[],"incentiveType":null,"campaign":null,"deviceFingerprint":null,"topics":[],"catalogItems":[{"sku":"81483-90231","title":"Lifetime Elite 52\" In-Ground Basketball Hoop","url":"https://www.scheels.com/p/81483-90231","category":"in-ground-basketball-hoops","reviewCount":14,"ratingCount":14,"averageRating":4.4,"ratingBreakdown":{"1":1,"2":1,"3":1,"4":0,"5":11},"active":true,"attributes":[]}]},{"id":2771589,"locale":"en_US","rating":3,"title":"Isn't cheap, but you should avoid.","text":"The backboard shakes ALOT when the ball hits it. 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In-ground basketball systems provide ultimate rigidity and take up less space than portable basketball systems.  If you're concerned about the permanence of an in-ground system, remember that while in-ground basketball hoops do require cement, they need not be permanent if you use a ground sleeve (sold separately). A ground sleeve allows for later removal of the pole if necessary.  This system features a 52" Polycarbonate backboard complete with a Slam-It Rim that adjusts from 7.5 to 10 feet with a one-hand Power Lift mechanism, allowing everyone to play the game at their own level. So, invite friends, new and old, to make great memories together.\n<div><a class="underlined" href="/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-SharedLibrary/default/dw59ed432b/product_pdfs/Lifetime_08148301136_Manual.pdf" target="_blank">Lifetime Elite 52" In-Ground Basketball Hoop Manual (PDF - 3.82 MB)</a></div>\n\n<p> </p>\n\nFeatures:\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Slam-It Rim: The Slam-It Rim is built for aggressive play with an 18-inch rim and double horizontal springs that provide great flexibility.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Pole: The 3-piece, 3.5-inch round steel pole is protected with a powder-coated, weather-resistant finish.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Steel-Framed Shatterproof Backboard: A virtually unbreakable polycarbonate surface with a reinforced steel frame provides a pro look with an excellent rebound. Graphics are fade-resistant.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Adjustment Mechanism: The Power Lift offers instant and effortless height adjustment from 7.5 to 10 feet in infinite increments! 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