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Douglas® VBS-3.5 SQ Outdoor Power Volleyball System

Original price $2,469.00 - Original price $2,499.00
Original price
$2,499.00
$2,469.00 - $2,499.00
Current price $2,499.00
In stock
SKU: 68036
Size: 38' Net, 42' Post Spacing
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Product Overview
In short
The Douglas VBS-3.5 SQ Outdoor Power Volleyball System is a heavy-duty 3-1/2 in. square steel post system built for outdoor grass or sand court installations, including a 36 in. x 32 ft. VB-1200 competition net. Posts have a lifetime guarantee against bending and the system carries a 5-year limited warranty, with adjustable net height for official play between 7 ft. 4 in. and 8 ft.
✓ Authorized Douglas Dealer — ships brand-new with the full factory warranty

The Douglas VBS-3.5 SQ Outdoor Power Volleyball System is designed for prolonged outdoor use in grass or sand court installations, making it suitable for parks, recreation facilities, sports complexes, or backyard courts. The posts are constructed of 3-1/2 in. square steel tubing with a 3/16 in. wall thickness and measure 12 ft. in length, allowing for 42 in. direct burial into concrete footings or optional ground sleeve installation. All steel components receive a black baked-on polyester powder coat finish for weather and chip resistance.

Hardware includes adjustable net collars for easy height adjustment between 7 ft. 4 in. and 8 ft. for official play, along with a heavy-duty steel net tensioning reel featuring smooth operation and a removable, contoured handle to prevent unwanted tampering. The system includes the VB-1200 competition net, meeting USVBA standards, measuring 36 in. in height and 32 ft. in length, with 3.0 mm black polyethylene netting in a 4 in. square mesh, a 2.5 in. wide 20 oz white vinyl border braced with fiberglass dowels, a 41 ft. top cable rated at 3600 lb. break strength, and a 38 ft. bottom cable rated at 2400 lb. break strength.

The system is sold per pair for outdoor use, and optional 42 in. steel ground sleeves are recommended and sold separately for semi-permanent installation, allowing for easy removal and reinstallation in seasonal setups. Posts carry a lifetime guarantee from bending, and the overall system includes a 5-year limited warranty.

Specifications
SpecificationValue
Post3-1/2 in. SQ steel tubing, 3/16 in. wall thickness, 12 ft. length
FinishBlack baked-on polyester powder coat
Height Adjustment7 ft. 4 in. to 8 ft. official play
Net TensioningSteel reel and gears with removable, contoured handle
Installation42 in. direct burial into concrete footings or ground sleeve installation (ground sleeves sold separately)
Included NetVolleyball Net, 36 in. H x 32 ft. L (VB-1200)
Net Material3 mm, 4 in. SQ polyethylene netting, black
Net Border2.5 in. wide 20 oz white vinyl, braced with fiberglass dowels
Top Cable41 ft. vinyl-coated steel cable, 3600 lb. break strength
Bottom Cable38 ft. steel cable, 2400 lb. break strength
StandardsNet meets USVBA standards
Weight280.000 lbs
UseOutdoor, sold per pair
SKU65250
CategoryVolleyball
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VBS-4
Posts
3 in. SQ steel tubing, 1/8 in. wall
Posts
3-1/2 in. SQ steel tubing, 3/16 in. wall
Posts
4 in. SQ extruded structural aluminum
Post Length
10 ft. 6 in.
Post Length
12 ft.
Post Length
10 ft. 6 in.
Net Height Adjustment
7 ft. 4 in. to 8 ft. official play
Net Height Adjustment
7 ft. 4 in. to 8 ft. official play
Net Height Adjustment
7 ft. 4 in. to 8 ft. official play
Net Tensioning
Net Tensioning
Steel reel and gears, removable contoured handle
Net Tensioning
Included Net
VB-1200RB, 36 in. x 32 ft.
Included Net
VB-1200, 36 in. H x 32 ft. L
Included Net
VB-1200, 36 in. H x 32 ft. L
Net Material & Border
3 mm 4 in. SQ PE mesh; 2.5 in. 20 oz vinyl, dowels
Net Material & Border
3 mm 4 in. SQ PE mesh, black; 2.5 in. 20 oz vinyl
Net Material & Border
3 mm 4 in. SQ PE mesh; 2.5 in. 20 oz vinyl bands
Top / Bottom Cable
41 ft. coated steel 3,600 lb. / 6 mm bottom rope
Top / Bottom Cable
41 ft. 3,600 lb. / 38 ft. 2,400 lb. steel
Top / Bottom Cable
41 ft. 3,600 lb. / 38 ft. 2,400 lb. steel
Installation / Ground Sleeves
GS-24SQ/AL grass or GS-36SQ sand sleeves
Installation / Ground Sleeves
42 in. direct burial or ground sleeves (sold sep.)
Installation / Ground Sleeves
Optional GS-24SQ grass or GS-36SQ sand sleeves
Finish
Black baked-on polyester powder coat
Finish
Black baked-on polyester powder coat
Finish
Black baked-on polyester powder coat
Net Compliance & Warranty
5-year limited; posts lifetime vs. bending
Net Compliance & Warranty
Net meets USVBA standards
Net Compliance & Warranty
Meets USVBA standards; 5-year limited warranty
Ship Weight
150 lbs
Ship Weight
280 lbs
Ship Weight
150 lbs
Best for
Parks and camps wanting an economical steel outdoor system with sleeve installation.
Best for
High-traffic outdoor courts needing heavy-wall steel posts with geared net tensioning.
Best for
Schools and clubs wanting corrosion-resistant aluminum posts for beach or grass play.
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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

5-Year limited warranty (posts carry a lifetime guarantee from bending)

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 included with the Douglas VBS-3.5 SQ Outdoor Power Volleyball System?

The system includes a pair of 3-1/2 in. square steel posts with black powder coat finish, adjustable net collars, a steel net tensioning reel, and the VB-1200 competition net (36 in. x 32 ft.) with all mounting hardware.

How is the system installed?

The posts can be installed via 42 in. direct burial into concrete footings or with optional steel ground sleeves, sold separately, which allow for easy removal and reinstallation for seasonal or temporary setups.

Does the net meet competition standards?

Yes, the included VB-1200 net meets USVBA standards, measuring 36 in. in height by 32 ft. in length with a 3.0 mm, 4 in. square black polyethylene mesh.

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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