{"product_id":"gared-heavy-duty-playground-5-9-16-o-d-gooseneck-post","title":"Gared Heavy Duty Playground 5-9\/16″ O.D. Gooseneck Post","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGared GN60 Heavy Duty Gooseneck Post: Built for Intense Playground Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding an outdoor basketball court that can withstand years of aggressive play starts with an unshakeable foundation. The Gared GN60 Gooseneck Post is engineered specifically for this purpose, providing the structural integrity needed for high-traffic parks, schools, and community centers. Its massive 5-9\/16-inch outer diameter steel construction is designed to support the weight of any front-mount outdoor backboard and rim you choose. To ensure lasting performance against the elements, the entire post features a galvanized finish for superior resistance to rust and corrosion. Safety is a critical component of its design. The post includes a generous 6-foot extension arm, creating a 72-inch safe play zone that keeps players clear of the pole during intense action under the hoop. For enhanced playability, an integrated V-brace and an additional support strut work in tandem to minimize backboard vibration and increase rigidity. This results in truer rebounds and a more stable, professional feel for every game. Manufactured in the United States, this post is the definitive choice for creating a durable, safe, and regulation-ready basketball court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs at a Glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost Diameter: 5-9\/16 in. Outer Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Finish: Heavy-duty steel with a protective galvanized coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtension Arm: 6 ft. (72 in.) for a large, safe play area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting Style: Designed for front-mount backboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport System: Includes a V-brace and additional strut to reduce vibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Made in the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping Weight: 300 lbs (136.08 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gared","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48761361891555,"sku":"GN60","price":2497.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/8370\/6339\/files\/GN602520pic_MAIN.jpg?v=1779294309","url":"https:\/\/joysportstore.com\/products\/gared-heavy-duty-playground-5-9-16-o-d-gooseneck-post","provider":"JoySportStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}