First Team RuffNeck Max EXT Fixed Height Basketball Goal

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$2,025.00 - $2,025.00

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Product Overview

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The First Team RuffNeck Max EXT Fixed Height Basketball Goal features a 4 ½" O.D. zinc flow coated steel pole with a 60" setback and a 36"x 54" fan-shaped cast aluminum backboard. The standard rim is powdercoated orange, constructed from double 5/8" high strength steel, and includes a continuous netlocking system with a nylon net. The entire system has an approximate weight of 240# and comes with a 20-Year Limited Warranty for the pole, backboard, and standard rim.

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The First Team RuffNeck Max EXT Fixed Height Basketball Goal features a vertical pole constructed of 4 ½" O.D. RS40 zinc flow coated steel tubing with a 7 ga. wall thickness. This design allows for a 48" bury into the ground and provides a 60" setback from the pole to the backboard. Two 1" round tubular braces support the top corners of the backboard and connect directly to the pole, ensuring the rim mounts directly through the backboard into the horizontal extension to eliminate backboard stress during play.

The backboard is constructed of cast aluminum, offering a 36"x 54" fan-shaped playing surface. It is powder coated white with an official size orange shooters square and border, and all brace mounting holes are threaded in place to accept 3/8" attachment bolts. The backboard is designed to accept rims with a 5"x 5" hole pattern and is manufactured in the U.S.A.

The standard rim is fabricated from 3/16" backplates and sideplates, fully welded, and consists of double 5/8" diameter high strength steel welded together at a minimum of six places. The entire rim is powdercoated orange and features a continuous netlocking system made of 3/16"x 1" steel with punched slots, facilitating the use of either nylon or chain nets, with a nylon net included. The entire system weighs approximately 240# and carries a 20-Year Limited Warranty on the pole, backboard, and standard rim.

Specifications

Specification	Value
Vertical Pole	4 ½" O.D. RS40 zinc flow coated steel tubing, 7 ga. wall thickness
Pole Installation	48" bury into the ground
Base-to-Backboard Extension	60" setback from post to backboard
Extension Arms	Two 1" round tubular braces, connect directly to pole
Rim Mounting Method	Directly through backboard into horizontal extension to eliminate backboard stress
Backboard	Cast aluminum, 36"x 54" fan-shaped playing surface, powder coated white with official size orange shooters square and border
Backboard Mounting Holes	Threaded for 3/8" attachment bolts
Backboard Rim Hole Pattern	5"x 5"
Rim	Standard rim: double 5/8" diameter high strength steel, fabricated from 3/16" backplates and sideplates, fully welded at minimum six places, powdercoated orange
Net Attachment System	Continuous netlocking system (3/16"x 1" steel with punched slots)
Net	Nylon net included; compatible with nylon or chain nets
System Weight	Approximately 240#
Warranty	20-Year Limited Warranty (Pole, Backboard, Standard Rim)
Origin	Manufactured in the U.S.A.

Compare First Team models

Max	Max THIS	RuffNeck III	Extreme	III	Select
Backboard 36"x54" fan-shaped cast aluminum	Backboard 36" x 54" fan-shaped	Backboard 36"x54" rectangular acrylic, 1/2" thick	Backboard 36"x60" rectangular steel	Backboard 36" x 54" rectangular	Backboard 36"x60" rectangular acrylic, 1/2" thick
Backboard build & finish Cast aluminum, powdercoated white, 5"x5" rim pattern	Backboard build & finish Cast aluminum	Backboard build & finish 1/8" anodized aluminum frame, screened white border	Backboard build & finish 10 ga. steel pan skin, white powdercoat	Backboard build & finish Acrylic, 1/2" thick, 1/8" anodized aluminum frame	Backboard build & finish 1/8" anodized aluminum frame, screened white border
Rim type Standard fixed rim	Rim type White powder coat, orange shooters square & border	Rim type Flexible institutional rim, compression wire spring	Rim type Standard fixed rim	Rim type White 2" border & shooters square screened on back	Rim type Flexible institutional rim, compression wire spring
Rim construction 3/16" plates, double 5/8" steel, 6+ welds, orange	Rim construction Double 5/8" steel, 3/16" plates, welded 6+ places	Rim construction 5/8" ring, 3/16" brace on 60% of ring, 3/16" steel parts	Rim construction 3/16" plates, double 5/8" steel, 6+ welds, orange	Rim construction Flexible, compression wire spring, 5/8" steel ring	Rim construction 5/8" ring, 3/16" brace on 60% of ring, 3/16" steel parts
Net system Continuous netlock; nylon or chain, nylon included	Net system Through backboard into extension; 5"x5" pattern	Net system —	Net system Continuous netlock; nylon or chain, nylon included	Net system 3"x4" or 5"x5" hole pattern	Net system —
Extension (setback) 48"	Extension (setback) Netlocking system; nylon net, chain compatible	Extension (setback) 48"	Extension (setback) 48"	Extension (setback) —	Extension (setback) 48"
Backboard braces & rim mount Two 1" braces to top corners; rim mounts through board	Backboard braces & rim mount 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga., 48" bury	Backboard braces & rim mount Two 1" galvanized braces; rim mounts through board	Backboard braces & rim mount Two 1" galvanized braces to top corners; through-board rim	Backboard braces & rim mount 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga., 48" bury	Backboard braces & rim mount Two 1" round galvanized tubular braces
Pole & bury depth 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga.; 48" bury	Pole & bury depth 60" setback; two 1" round tubular braces	Pole & bury depth 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga.; 48" bury	Pole & bury depth 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga.; 48" bury	Pole & bury depth 60" setback; two 1" galvanized tubular braces	Pole & bury depth 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga.; 48" bury
Warranty 20-year limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)	Warranty 20-Year Limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)	Warranty 20-year limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)	Warranty 20-year limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)	Warranty 20-Year Limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)	Warranty 20-year limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)
Origin Backboard manufactured in U.S.A.	Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA	Origin 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 240 lbs	Ship Weight 240 lbs	Ship Weight 235 lbs	Ship Weight 290 lbs	Ship Weight 235 lbs	Ship Weight 245 lbs
Best for Low-maintenance play areas wanting a cast aluminum fan board.	Best for Driveways and small play areas wanting a nearly indestructible cast aluminum fan board.	Best for Compact driveways that still want acrylic and a flex rim.	Best for Driveways and small courts wanting a tough steel board.	Best for Homeowners wanting a clear acrylic board with a flexible breakaway rim.	Best for Home courts wanting acrylic glass look with a breakaway feel.
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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

Pole, backboard, and standard rim shall carry a 20-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.

Frequently asked questions

What is the setback distance for the RuffNeck Max EXT Basketball System?

The system provides a 60" setback from the post to the backboard.

What material is the backboard made from?

The backboard is constructed of cast aluminum and features a 36"x 54" fan-shaped playing surface.

What is the warranty for the RuffNeck Max EXT Basketball System?

The pole, backboard, and standard rim carry a 20-Year Limited Warranty.

Is JoySportStore an authorized First Team dealer?

Yes. JoySportStore is an authorized First Team dealer, so every unit ships brand-new with the full First Team manufacturer warranty and factory-backed support.

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