Product Overview
The First Team FT184 Recreational Flex Goal is a flexible basketball rim engineered to absorb the shock of player contact, utilizing a single heavy-duty wire spring for its action. The rim features an official size 5/8" high strength steel ring, supported by a 3/16" x 1 ½" rim support welded around 50% of the bottom. Its netlock system consists of individually welded netlocks, and a steel coverplate encloses all internal mechanisms.
This goal is designed for attachment to any standard residential front mount backboard, with appropriate punching provided. It boasts an orange powdercoat finish and includes a heavy-duty nylon net, along with all necessary mounting hardware. The FT184 is made in the USA, weighs approximately 19#, and is backed by a 1-Year Limited Warranty.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | FT184 |
| Product Type | Recreational Flex Goal |
| Rim / Goal Design | Flexible type, absorbs shock of player contact |
| Spring Action | Single heavy-duty wire spring |
| Netlock System | Individually welded netlocks |
| Ring Material / Size | Official size 5/8" high strength steel |
| Rim Support | 3/16" x 1 ½" welded around 50% of the bottom of the ring |
| Pivot Pin | Single, minimum ½" diameter CF1045, welded at final assembly |
| Internal Mechanisms Cover | Steel coverplate |
| Backboard Compatibility | Standard residential front mount backboard |
| Finish | Orange powdercoat |
| Net | Heavy-duty nylon |
| Mounting Hardware | Included |
| Origin | Made in USA |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited Warranty |
| System Weight | Approximately 19# |
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Goal Type Fixed goal, institutional quality | Goal Type Rear mount, fixed goal | Goal Type Recreational flex goal | Goal Type Front mount, fixed | Goal Type Fixed goal, unbreakable double rim | Goal Type Fixed goal, mounting hardware included |
Ring Official size 5/8" diameter steel ring | Ring Punched for any standard rear mount backboard | Ring Official size 5/8" high strength steel | Ring Any standard front mount backboard | Ring Two official 5/8" steel rings, welded at 6+ places | Ring Punched for any standard front mount backboard |
Backplate / Structure Structural components no less than 3/16" thick | Backplate / Structure Official sized, 5/8" ring | Backplate / Structure — | Backplate / Structure Official sized, 5/8" ring | Backplate / Structure Back and side plates 3/16" thick, continuously welded | Backplate / Structure 5/8" ring |
Rim Support Brace 3/16" diameter support, around 60% of bottom ring | Rim Support Brace Steel, institutional quality | Rim Support Brace 3/16" x 1 1/2", welded around 50% of bottom ring | Rim Support Brace Steel, institutional quality | Rim Support Brace — | Rim Support Brace Steel, institutional quality |
Flex / Breakaway Mechanism None — fixed goal | Flex / Breakaway Mechanism No less than 3/16" thick | Flex / Breakaway Mechanism Single heavy-duty spring; welded 1/2" CF1045 pivot pin | Flex / Breakaway Mechanism No less than 3/16" thick | Flex / Breakaway Mechanism None — fixed goal | Flex / Breakaway Mechanism No less than 3/16" thick |
Net Attachment & Net Continuous netlock; heavy-duty nylon net included | Net Attachment & Net 1" x 3/16" support | Net Attachment & Net Individually welded netlocks; heavy-duty nylon net | Net Attachment & Net 3/16" diameter support | Net Attachment & Net Continuous 3/16"x1" netlock; nylon or chain nets | Net Attachment & Net 3/16" diameter support |
Backboard Mounting Any standard front mount backboard; hardware included | Backboard Mounting 60% of the bottom ring | Backboard Mounting Standard residential front mount backboard | Backboard Mounting About 60% of bottom of ring | Backboard Mounting Any standard front mount backboard; hardware included | Backboard Mounting About 60% of bottom of ring |
Certifications — | Certifications Continuous netlock; heavy-duty nylon net | Certifications — | Certifications Continuous netlock; heavy-duty nylon net included | Certifications — | Certifications Continuous netlock; heavy-duty nylon net |
Warranty 1-year limited | Warranty Orange powdercoat | Warranty 1-year limited | Warranty Orange powdercoat | Warranty Unconditional lifetime | Warranty Orange powdercoat |
Finish & Origin Orange powdercoat; Made in USA | Finish & Origin 1-year limited; Made in the USA | Finish & Origin Orange powdercoat; Made in USA | Finish & Origin 1-year limited; Made in USA | Finish & Origin Orange powdercoat; Made in USA | Finish & Origin 1-year limited; Made in USA |
Availability In stock - ready to ship | Availability In stock - ready to ship | Availability In stock - ready to ship | Availability In stock - ready to ship | Availability In stock - ready to ship | Availability In stock - ready to ship |
Ship Weight 15 lbs | Ship Weight approximately 18# | Ship Weight 19 lbs | Ship Weight approximately 15# | Ship Weight 27 lbs | Ship Weight approximately 15# |
Best for Budget-minded gyms and parks needing a durable fixed rim. | Best for Installations using rear mount backboards that need a heavier institutional rim. | Best for Homeowners and driveway courts on residential front mount backboards. | Best for Gyms and schools replacing a rim on a standard front mount backboard. | Best for Playgrounds and correctional sites needing a vandal-resistant double rim. | Best for Facilities wanting an institutional fixed goal with net and hardware included. |
| $190.00 $181.00 | $217.00 | $238.00 | $250.00 | $286.00 $278.00 | $284.00 |
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Shipping & Returns
We offer standard 1-5 business day shipping (following dispatch) via LTL Freight, FedEx, UPS, DHL, or USPS. Orders typically process in 1-2 business days (starting the following business day). Shipping rates are usually calculated at checkout; however, we reserve the right to provide custom shipping quotes for oversized or specialized equipment.
60-DAY NO-HASSLE REFUNDS AND RETURNS
If there’s an issue with your product, we make refunds and returns quick and easy.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. To contact us, email info@joysportstore.com
More information on shipping and returns can be found here.
Warranty
1-Year Limited Warranty
Every First Team product is backed by First Team's warranty program. This model carries the warranty noted above. Here is what First Team's warranty tiers cover:
- Limited Warranty - covers damage during normal, intended use. Excludes vandalism and deliberate damage. Normal wear from weathering or UV exposure is not covered; all painted items carry a 1-year limited warranty on coating.
- Superior Warranty - additionally covers any damage or failure caused by basketball activity or contact with the unit, including deliberate hanging on the rim. Vandalism excluded.
- Unconditional Warranty - the broadest tier: covers any damage or failure that occurs for any reason.
- Manufacturer's Defect - all products are warranted against manufacturer's defects at delivery.
Warranties apply to the original purchaser only and are non-transferable; coverage ends on resale or transfer. Residential-only products are not covered for non-residential use.