A
basketball backboard should provide a good bounce so that you won't have
to run behind the ball after each shot. It is available in different
shape,size, and materials. Before buying a backboard of your choice, you
must consider these points in mind and then buy which suits you most.Shape
Fan and rectangular shape is the two common shapes available. The fan-shaped backboards have a streamlined look and they are inexpensive than rectangular models. You'll have a tough time while making bank shots where a basketball needs to hit the backboard before going into the net. Rectangular backboards are expensive but provide more room to shoot.
Size
Size of backboards cover a wide range. They come in several sizes ranging from 42-inch to 72 inch. Home systems backboards comes in the 42-inch to 60-inch range, and the thickness lies between 5/16-inch to 1/2-inch. Larger backboards are easier to hit and offer better bounce than smaller ones. Beginners should start with larger ones. Different sizes available are: 42 inch, 44 inch, 48 inch, 54 inch, 60 inch, 72 inch.
Materials
Backboards are made up of a variety of materials like: Composite fiberglass, graphite, acrylic, glass, steel, aluminum etc.
- Fiberglass and graphite backboards are best fit for indoor
baskets. But they are prone to damage.
- Acrylic backboards are not as rigid as of other materials. They
come with a steel frame for support and look much like regular
indoor baskets.
- Most home users prefer the outdoor durability of acrylic over other materials.
