SKLZBaseball Rebound Net - Durable Pitch-Back Trainer for Enhanced Fielding Practice & Skill Development

In love with this bounce back net! My son uses it in the backyard frequently. I love that you can adjust it so the ball can either bounce back higher or lower. Easy to assembly and to fold up and store away when not in use.

It works great! It's the only return net I've seen that is sturdy enough to handle throws from an adult. I don't throw near the heat that I did when I was young, but I can still tiptoe into the low/mid 80's on occasion. It handles it just fine.

Daughter loves the net but no red tape came in the box despite being listed as a part on the instructions.

good training tool

This was purchased as a gift for my son's 8th birthday. Unfortunately, it hasn’t held up to just three weeks of use. The netting already has two holes in it. This is with normal use — no rough play or abuse. He's not a Cy Young hopeful throwing smoke, he's just starting out in rec league. The material just doesn't seem strong enough for regular practice.Additionally, the stakes that are supposed to hold the net in place are not effective. They constantly come loose and need reinforcement to keep the frame stable and net standing. This is frustrating and unreliable, especially if you're using it on grass or uneven ground.Overall, I’m disappointed with the quality. For the price, I expected it to last at least through a season. Save your money and just have your kid throw a ball against a wall — it’ll probably last longer and provide better bounce-back.

Item not as described. There is no red strike zone and the whole net is black. No instructions in box. It does work well bouncing balls back.

I bought this while it was on sale and I feel like I got a bargain. But even at full retail price, I feel like it's worth the money. It's a surprisingly well made piece of equipment for the price point. I think what surprised me the most was how the metal pieces didn't feel cheap. The metal felt thick had a nice smooth paint job and the pieces all went together nice and snugly. The spring locks had a nice resistance to them and the holes they locked into on the opposing piece were all clearly punched so there were no poor fittings, which made for a sturdy frame once assembled. I thought the net was too small at first when I held it up to the frame before I secured it but the bungees stretched it to the edges of the frame and it filled in fine. The yellow strike zone is a great feature to have. It makes it very easy to see the location of your pitches. My son loves it. Now he can stop throwing his baseball against my tree to practice his grounders. And I like it too because I just bought a new baseball glove and it needs some breaking in. All that being said, there is room for improvement. First, the net isn’t terribly springy so the rebound comes back at half the speed that you threw it. To get any sort of useable rebound for practicing pop flies or normal catching, you really have to throw with some force. Second, the rear support that sits on the setting to adjust the angle is very insecure. It kind of just sits against a piece of plastic and if you throw hard enough, it could knock one side loose and you have to go fix it. But that seems to be rare so it's not too big a deal. I imagine a small bungee wrapped around the two bars would solve this problem if it ever really became one.

As an avid baseball enthusiast and coach, I was eager to enhance my son's training regimen with the SKLZ PitchBack Baseball and Softball Pitching Net and Rebounder. However, my excitement quickly turned into frustration and disappointment after just a few weeks of use.One of the most glaring issues with this product is its lack of durability. Despite being purchased less than two months ago, the net has already begun to show signs of wear and tear. The rings, which are supposed to provide stability and rebound, have started to dry rot, compromising their effectiveness. This deterioration not only affects the overall performance of the PitchBack but also raises concerns about its longevity.Moreover, the net itself has proven to be far from robust. After repeated hits with the baseball, it began to tear in several areas, rendering it increasingly ineffective for its intended purpose. Whether it's due to poor craftsmanship or inadequate materials, the fact remains that the product failed to withstand the relatively modest demands of regular use.Beyond its lackluster durability, the SKLZ PitchBack also falls short in terms of functionality. While it initially appeared to offer a convenient and versatile solution for pitching and fielding practice, its subpar performance has left me questioning its value. Instead of providing reliable rebounding and target practice, it has become a source of frustration and inconvenience.Overall, my experience with the SKLZ PitchBack Baseball and Softball Pitching Net and Rebounder has been overwhelmingly negative. From the premature deterioration of the rings to the rapid deterioration of the net itself, it has failed to meet even the most basic expectations. As a consumer, I expected a product that would enhance my son's training routine, not one that would require constant maintenance and replacement. For anyone considering purchasing this product, I would strongly advise looking elsewhere for a more durable and reliable alternative.