SKLZ Kick-Out Basketball Return Attachment

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This has been great for me. I ran into some physical issues that caused me to have to completely relearn shooting from scratch. This lets me easily put up 400 shots in under an hour. If they are all "threes", which take longer to retrieve the ball, about 56 minutes, less time for shorter shots.But I have tips for getting the most out of this device, and fixing some shortcomings (be sure to see my photos):1. The first thing you'll notice is that although it's nice for the return angle to be adjustable, after a while it will start walking to a different angle. Once it does, it keeps going, and you need to get on a ladder to turn it back. So, I used zip ties to lock it to returning straight forward.2. While it's not a problem to put the clips on the rim itself, I found it better to clip them to the rings that hold the net, on the underside of the rim. Also, the clips tend to pop off in either location, requiring another ladder visit, so I use zip ties to secure them so they don't move so easily. Be sure to lap the strap over (not under) the rear rim supports, in order to lean the clips forward, and not backward where they can pop off easier. You can use additional zip ties to clip the straps to those supports.3. I've had it up for about 16 months. Just after a year, the stitching on the straps gave out at the bottom, one by one. The straps and stitching get weathered and stiff, and will eventually fail. I've been able to get more life by punching a hole (I actually nibble the hole with sharp wire cutters), then thread zip ties through to re-attach the straps.I also used zip ties to strengthen the connection between the two halves of the chute, to ensure it lasts longer.

Does what it’s supposed to fairly well. I feel like the materials are a little on the cheap side, but it might hold up.

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UPDATE JAN 28Unfortunately it finally broke. The plastic hooks that attach to the rim was expending and getting loose. I used a velcro tape to secure them. But the force and pressure from each shot gets in is way too much. Imagine making 500 shots a practice. Tens of pounds of force each time. It was inevitable to break. Sadly returning it back. While it lasted, I really benefited from it.-------UPDATE JAN 13:Bought this 2 inch wide velcro tape which solved my problem 100%. Securing the back two hooks with these. No more popping off the hooks. I also use vegetable velcro tape to secure the shute so it doesn't rotate. But I like the arbitrary rotation too. It depends on what you need on your exercise routine.YMCRLUX 2"x16ft Reusable Cinch... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7XSKSVP?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share----------------------Original review:Just used it for about two hours. It is way more functional than I had expected. It quadrupled my total shot volume. Free throws work perfectly, mostly comes right back to my hand, or take a step or two to get the ball.Three point shots where the problems start to occur. Surprisingly it also rebounds very well. Doesn't always comes outside the arc, but comes around the 17-18 ft diameter, which is great.Problem is the hooks come off easily when you shoot three pointers. Especially when you make swooshes, it is a lot of force on the plastic enclosure. I suspect it will break off sooner than later.It seems very good for a 15 ft simple free throw practice, but once you circle out, it starts to pop off.It also rotates after a few shots, especially when you make your shots. Better shooter you are, sooner you start to have issues.I can't rotate the shute with one hand, need to get on the ladder and use two hands.Other reviewers mentioned using zip ties for the clips. It will defeat the purpose but may have to do that eventually and see how it helps. Rather than zip ties, I will use velcro bands for easy removal.Another issue, I have a Spalding Beast official hoop. The back side the rim is not same as the front. The clips keep popping off the back side of the rim.I also tried to attach the clips to the net hooks, rather than the rim as another reviewer suggested. But my net hooks are too small for the clips.Too bad, there's way too many things to improve with this product. I don't want to send it back, but I'm sure it will break down within a few weeks.

Purchased in December 2025 and by March, the bottom clips broke off. Contacted the company and their suggestion was to tape or zip tie the bottom piece. They don’t provide replacement parts and didn’t offer a replacement or even a discount for a new one.

SO, i had one for 4 years. Never took it off the basket and the cold weather and heat eventually wreaked havoc on it.I bought a second one and I wrapped the plastic hinge parts in strong black tape. AND I wrapped the yellow plastic that is around the rim. Now, this will prevent you from turning it left or right, BUT who cares. Most people just want it to rebound straight ahead. NOW, if u are more responsible than me, and remove it in bad weather, then it will last longer and u wont have to wrap it. BUT we go out even in the winter, so I dont bother taking it down. It's worth the money. The ball returns MUCH better than the metal expensive ones. The ball kind of just drops out with those. The balls on this one swoop out faster and farther.

Got it on Prime's Day deal. It's very useful when practicing alone, especially the ball no longer bounced to the street. It's easy to assemble and attach to the ring. Once it's setup, the ball will return to the expected direction. The only problem is that it's not easy to change the returning direction. I either lower the hoop or use a ladder when it's needed.