Douglas Gooseneck 4.5″ OD Pole Only with 4′ Extension & Sway Braces

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$907.40 - $907.40

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SKU: 39180

Product Overview

In short

This is a 4-1/2 in. O.D. gooseneck replacement pole with a 4 ft. extension, built from heavy wall galvanized steel and standing approximately 13 ft. tall for standard in-ground direct bury installation. It includes a welded backboard mounting plate for attachment to most backboards and carries a 25-Year Limited Warranty.

✓ Authorized Douglas Dealer — ships brand-new with the full factory warranty

The Douglas Gooseneck 4.5 in. OD Pole with 4 ft. Extension is a replacement post designed for basketball goal systems, formed from heavy wall galvanized steel to resist weather elements over time. At approximately 13 ft. tall, the post is installed with 3 ft. set into a 4 ft. x 2 ft. concrete footing to ensure long-lasting stability in a standard direct bury installation.

Each post features a backboard mounting plate welded directly to the post end, allowing hassle-free attachment to most standard backboards. Optional custom outdoor weather resistant pole pads are available separately to add protection around the pole. The system is backed by Douglas's 25-Year Limited Warranty, reflecting the durability of the galvanized steel construction.

Specifications

Specification	Value
SKU	39180
Category	Replacement Poles
Post Diameter	4-1/2 in. O.D.
Extension	4 ft. gooseneck extension
Post Height	Approximately 13 ft. tall
Material	Heavy wall galvanized steel
Installation	Standard in-ground installation (direct bury), 3 ft. installed in a 4 ft. x 2 ft. concrete footing
Mounting	Backboard mounting plate welded to post end for hassle-free attachment to most backboards
Optional Accessories	Custom outdoor weather resistant pole pads available
Weight	150.000 lbs
Warranty	25-Year Limited Warranty

Compare Douglas models

Sway Braces	4.5″ Pole THIS	5-9/16″ Pole	FAL System
Product Type Adjustable backboard sway brace set	Product Type Gooseneck pole only with sway braces	Product Type Gooseneck pole only with sway braces	Product Type Complete fixed gooseneck system
Post Diameter (O.D.) —	Post Diameter (O.D.) 4-1/2 in. O.D.	Post Diameter (O.D.) 5-9/16 in. O.D.	Post Diameter (O.D.) 4-1/2 in. O.D.
Gooseneck Extension —	Gooseneck Extension 4 ft.	Gooseneck Extension 6 ft.	Gooseneck Extension 4 ft.
Post Height —	Post Height Approx. 13 ft. tall	Post Height Approx. 13 ft. tall	Post Height Approx. 13 ft. tall
Post Material —	Post Material Heavy wall galvanized steel	Post Material Heavy wall galvanized Schedule 40 steel	Post Material Heavy wall galvanized steel
Backboard —	Backboard —	Backboard —	Backboard 36-1/2 in. x 54 in. fan-shaped cast aluminum
Rim / Goal —	Rim / Goal —	Rim / Goal —	Rim / Goal Dura Goal I front mount, 18 in. double ring, net
Sway Braces Stainless steel, adjustable 32 in.–54 in., set of 2	Sway Braces Included	Sway Braces Included	Sway Braces —
Backboard Mounting Fits all Douglas outdoor replacement backboards	Backboard Mounting Welded mounting plate, fits most backboards	Backboard Mounting Welded mounting plate at post end	Backboard Mounting 20 x 35 centers, 12 reinforced points
Installation —	Installation Direct bury, 3 ft. in 4 ft. x 2 ft. footing	Installation Direct bury, 3 ft. in 4 ft. x 2 ft. footing	Installation Direct bury, 3 ft. in 4 ft. x 2 ft. footing
Ship Weight	Ship Weight 150 lbs	Ship Weight 340 lbs	Ship Weight 266 lbs
Best for Facilities adding or replacing backboard support braces on Douglas outdoor backboards.	Best for Parks and driveways replacing a standard gooseneck post with 4 ft. of overhang.	Best for Schools and playgrounds needing a heavier post with 6 ft. of court clearance.	Best for Buyers wanting a complete ready-to-install outdoor fan-shaped aluminum hoop.
$139.00	$907.40	$1,818.70	$1,599.00
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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

25-Year Limited Warranty

Douglas Industries, Inc. (Eldridge, Iowa) backs its equipment with the Douglas® Standard Limited Warranty against defects in material and factory workmanship. Coverage length depends on the product line — where a specific period is listed above, that period applies to this model. Douglas warranty periods run as follows:

Limited Lifetime – gooseneck basketball posts with 6' extension.
25 years – gooseneck basketball posts with 4' extension.
10 years – gooseneck posts with 3' extension; pro-rated structural warranty on Bakko and steel/aluminum backboards (1 year on the Imron® finish); selected post and net systems.
7 years – Douglas® MAX batting tunnel frames (with proper installation and normal use).
5 years – standard Douglas® batting tunnel frames, most tennis / volleyball / pickleball post systems and Premier™ posts; 5-year fade warranty on Sunbrella® canvas.
4 years – VCP MAX windscreen mesh, #420 knotless pylon netting and other netting lines; fabrics are warranted pro-rata for 3–4 years against material defects and poor workmanship.
3 years – selected fabric and netting products.
2 years – selected hardware and padding.
1 year – accessories, replacement parts and paint / finish coverage.

Digital printing on windscreen and vinyl products carries the same warranty as the underlying windscreen or vinyl material.

Not covered: improper installation, use other than intended, unauthorized alterations, abuse or misuse, normal wear, and damage from fire, flood, wind, lightning or leaving products outdoors beyond their intended seasonal use. As an authorized Douglas dealer, JoySportStore files warranty claims directly with the manufacturer on your behalf.

Frequently asked questions

What is the outer diameter of this gooseneck pole?

The pole has a 4-1/2 in. O.D. (outer diameter) with a 4 ft. extension.

How is this pole installed?

It uses a standard in-ground direct bury installation, with 3 ft. of the post set into a 4 ft. x 2 ft. concrete footing.

Does this pole come with a warranty?

Yes, it includes a 25-Year Limited Warranty.

Is JoySportStore an authorized Douglas dealer?

Yes. JoySportStore is an authorized Douglas dealer, so every product ships brand-new from the Douglas factory in Eldridge, Iowa with the full Douglas warranty and factory-backed support.

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