Q.
I've been looking for a soccer goal for a long time. Why is a rebounding
goal better than a regular goal?
A.
That's an easy one. It makes practice fun. Kids will stick with it, and
you'll see their skills and confidence improve. The player can practice
trapping the ball when it returns, or he or she can kick it again back
into the net. For one or more players, the patented KICKBACK®
is the first
rebounding goal designed just for soccer.
Q.
It looks as if the KICKBACK®
could be knocked over very easily. What makes
it stand up so well?
A.
The patented Secret Stake®
system. There is a 20" hidden stake inside of each upright that is driven
half way into the ground. These secret stakes keep the goal in position
and upright on very hard kicks. Three pros have struck the top span at
the same time and were not able to knock the goal over. The KICKBACK®
has
never been knocked over by a soccer ball or balls.
Q.
I want a goal for my backyard, which one do you recommend for a youth player?
A.
The most popular of the KICKBACK®
models is the Select. It offers
a large target at a good value (7'×15'-$289). The smaller Starter model
is specifically designed for small backyards and players 6 years old
& younger. As youth players grow and develop leg strength, they
need a larger target they can't miss. The Starter at 5˝'×9' is a very
small target. KICKBACK®.
Q.
What is included in a travel kit?
What is it supposed to do?
A.
A long, zippered canvas bag, a releasable cable tie and a small drawstring
bag (to keep the net from tangling).The travel kit will help keep your
setup time to a minimum. (The record is 3˝ minutes.) If you set
up and take down the goal frequently, it will be very useful.
Q. What
makes the ball bounce back?
A.
KICKBACK®
has an adjustable, flexible frame. When a ball strikes the net, the
frame flexes then springs back to shape; the spring action combined with
the natural elasticity of the net returns the ball to the player.
This is far superior to other designs that use rubber bands or bungee cords.
In a few years, the sun's ultra-violet rays will rot the rubber in these
systems. The KICKBACK's® flexible frame return design not only outlasts
common rubber systems, it also provides adjustable rebounding levels so
players can customize their workouts.
Q.
The KICKBACK® rebounding goals are adjustable. How and why?
A.
You can change the net tension by adjusting the size of the frame. The
sections snap together and telescope horizontally and vertically. (see
features) The tighter the net
tension, the greater the rebounding action. (Close practice requires less
rebounding action than longer shots.) You can also alter the rebounding
angle by changing the net attachment locations. This allows more flexibility
in practice drills.
Q.
How long does it take to put a KICKBACK® together, what tools are needed?
A.
Probably 30-40 minutes the first time as the net needs to be unfolded and
rings attached. Putting it together the second time will take 5 to 10 minutes,
less after that. The record is 3˝ minutes. Included are detailed,
step-by-step illustrations of the KICKBACK's® simple, snap together design.
A hammer is needed to drive the stakes into the ground. No other tools
or special skills are necessary.
Q.
Is the KICKBACK® the "official" size?
A.
The
KICKBACK®
Select is about the size of a double wide garage door and is terrific
for practice. It's large enough so a player can kick as hard as he or
she can and not worry about missing the goal. (As you know, chasing
the ball isn't too much fun.)
The KICKBACK® is similar in size to most goals
used by youth leagues in ages 6–10. Depending on your club, at around 11
years old the leagues begin to use the official goal size of 8'×24'.
That is much too big for most backyards and most coaches recommend shooting
at a smaller target like the KICKBACK®
Q.
How durable are KICKBACKs®?
A.
All KICKBACK® goals have galvanized steel frames and may be left up year
round. Earlier models have been in use since 1989 and show no signs of
weakening. The nets should last at least 3-5 years.
Q.
What comes with a KICKBACK®?
A.
Recommended workouts suitable for all player levels (beginner through advanced)
and step-by-step illustrated assembly instructions are included with each
goal.
Q. What
do KICKBACKs® cost?
A.
The available models
are as follows: (model / h×w / price + shipping) Starter 5˝'×9' $225
+ $22; Select 7'×15' $289 + $22
| MODEL
|
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT |
MAXIMUM
WIDTH |
LONGEST
TUBE |
PRICE
|
SHIPPING
COST |
| STARTER |
5'
8" |
9'
4" |
60"
|
$225
|
$22
|
| SELECT |
7'
4" |
15'
1" |
60"
|
$289
|
$22
|
Limited Warranty
CMP Inc. warrants this product for a period
of thirty days to be free from defects, normal wear and tear excepted,
if not damaged through mishandling or abnormal use. CMP Inc. will replace
any defective parts sent to: CMP Inc. 9808 Pflumm Road, Lenexa, KS 66215
USA within the warranty period. This warranty extends to only replacing
the part or parts if the manufacturer also finds them to be defective.
Further, CMP Inc., expressly disclaims any warranties of merchantability
or fitness aside from the limited replacement warranty noted herein. This
warranty excludes all consequential damages. Some states do not allow the
exclusion of consequential damages so the foregoing exclusion may not apply
to you. If you have any questions, please call or write our office.
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Lenexa,
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