Does the base get in the way when playing in close to the pole?
1537970
No not at all. That was my concern also but since we've played it has never been an issue...not sure why.
1537971
I watched my grandsons play and this was never a problem. I will email your question to them and see what they say!
1537972
Asked my daughter if the boys have experienced this problem and the answer is no.....
733749
The poles slide out. There are 3 positions: fully closed, fully opened, and half between. Like this l_____l_____l_____l
328244
The blue pole (containing the backboard) should slide up and down inside the black base pole. There is a tab on the black pole that if slightly pulled back will fit into slots on the blue pole. You lock it by releasing the tab once you are at the desired height. Hope this makes sense.
461359
There is a hole for the pole. There is a split at the smallest area so it wraps around the pole nicely.
113380
The diameter of the base is very close to 7 1/2 inches. It's a little hard to measure exactly because the pole is in the middle. This is almost exact, though.
2065684
The information below is correct as Carlos mentioned. I think you are confused about the length from the stand -pole to handle and from there to the front end. Because that pole that booms out can be moved back and forth wherever you want and then tightened there. So, the measurements you ask for means nothing if you slide that pole in either direction.
1074101
depends the slant, the base is pretty heavy and stable so it may not slide.
1388633
I haven't seen it as we sent it to our grandson in NY. I called and asked my son this question and he said yes, one pole poked through at the bottom of the fabric but he thought it was no big deal. They do put it up and take it down a lot as it is much bigger than one would think by the dimensions. That probably is why the pole poked through. I think if you had a place large enough to keep it up that that wouldn't happen. This is strictly an indoor play tent.
63666
It does get in the way. You must cut around the base of this. Then it will work.
1507857
The base is not attached. It's more of a resting place then not using the game.
1917515
Honestly I don't know, but I don't think it would be a problem. The pole/base does not need to be close by the net. If the string is not long enough, you can replace the string with a longer one and attach to the pole/base. You will need to make sure that the poles are anchored enough otherwise the net will fold.
2014158
Our driveway has a slight slope to the street and it hasn't been a problem. You just have to make sure the ball doesn't bounce away ;)
1069051
The pole has an option to spin and be stationary. The spin option can be adjusted through the piece near the base.
788812
I haven't had this problem, BUT I can see where it would be a problem. I guess you'd have to anchor the poles into the ground. Even that wouldn't be a guarantee.
686007
No. You can get it tight enough to play. However, you have to be creative when it comes to tightening net. There isn't a hook to wrap around on. You have to pull around pole at the top to get it tight enough.
2236245
There is a bar that goes under the umbrella and does attach from center of umbrella to the pole. However, this umbrella does move around quite a bit. Do not keep up if it is windy out, it will bend the umbrella.
686008
If it sags you can move poles further apart or tie the top of the net tighter to eliminate any sagging. As a family we have enjoyed playing together and whenever the kids are out playing all the neighborhood kids stop by and instantly a mini tournament breaks out.