FT196T Breakaway Basketball Rim
- Breakaway action from any angle
- Long lasting positive lock mechanism
- Durable Tuff Tie net attachment
- Fits all standard backboards
- Durable powdercoat finish
- Excellent goal for college or high school use
- Meets all NCAA and H.S. specifications
- Anti-whip net and mounting hardware included
- 8-Year Superior Warranty
- Approx. Shipping Weight: 26 lbs.
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FT196T Overview
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Questions & Answers about FT196T Breakaway Basketball Rim
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- 0Q:
What size bolts are used in the rim mounting hardware?
A:Typically 3/8" diameter bolts.
- 0Q:
What is the difference between heavy duty flex goal and competition breakaway goal?
A:The heavy duty flex goal will flex down as soon as someone hangs on it. The Breakaway requires a certain amount of pressure before it releases down.
- 0Q:
What is the difference between the FT196 and FT196T Breakaway Rims?
A:The only difference is how the net attaches to the rim. The FT196T uses a wire to attach the net to the rim.
- 0Q:
Do you make training rims that are smaller than regulation size?
A:Sorry, we only make regulation size basketball rims.
- 0Q:
Can breakaway rims be used on outdoor basketball backboards?
A:Yes, but you need to lubricate. If you don't want to lubricate, use a flex rim instead of breakaway. Flex rims are best for outdoor use.
- 0Q:
What is the difference between FT194TA, FT196, and FT196T rims?
A:FT196 and FT196T both breakaway to the front and side to side while FT194TA breaks away only to the front. FT196 has the curly wire net attachment, FT196T has the same net attachment style as the FT194TA. The FT194TA is the most durable breakaway goal we offer.
- 0Q:
What is the difference between FT194TA and FT196T rims?
A:FT196T is a 180 degree breakaway that breaks down side to side instead of only to the front. FT194TA has a special hardened socket for the breakaway mechanism that will never wear out which is why it has a lifetime warranty vs. the FT196T that has an 8 year warranty.
- 0Q:
Which rim breaks 180 degrees?
A:FT196 & FT196T is the breakaway rim for 180 degree breakaway.