Which ball to play basketball with?
The size of the ball depends on the age or sex of the player.
Size 1: Baby basketball from 3 years
Size 3: Girl or boy from 4 to 6 years
Size 5: Boy from 7 to 11 years / Girl from 7 to 13 years
Size 6: Boy from 12 to 13 years / Girl - Woman from 14 years
Size 7: Boy - Man from 14 years
If you want a very resistant ball, opt for a rubber ball. If you want a ball with a good touch, you'll need a leather or synthetic ball.
What pressure should you use to inflate your basketball?
TarmakAn over-inflated or under-inflated basketball won't give you the best feel for the game.
The recommended pressure for a basketball is clearly indicated on the ball by each manufacturer.
Ideally, you should use a pump with a pressure gauge to be precise.
, here's our recommended pressure: 0.62 bar.
Enjoy the game!
What height basketball hoop should I choose?
The regulation height for a basketball hoop is 3.05m (height of the hoop).
If you're looking for a basketball backboard for a child, you'll need a hoop with a height-adjustment system.
For the youngest children, there is no official height, so you can choose the height that suits them.
Up to the age of 10, children play in clubs on 2.60m baskets.
After the age of 10, girls and boys play on 3.05m basketball backboards.
Did you know that all TARMAK products are laboratory-tested under game conditions?
The TARMAK product design team is based at Kipstadium in Northern France. It is constantly striving to improve the comfort of basketball players.
All Tarmak products are tested in real-life situations by basketball players over a period of several weeks.
These regular tests, together with your feedback, enable us to improve our products.
Laboratory tests are also carried out by our teams to validate the properties of all our products.
Who designs Tarmak basketball products?
Tarmakis a team of enthusiasts working on the development of products dedicated to the practice of basketball. Our entire range of products is designed to meet the needs of the most demanding basketball players, enabling you to get the most out of your training and playing sessions.
Equipment, training... Discover all our basketball sports tips!
Tarmak We're here to help you get the most out of basketball, whether you're a beginner or a regular player. Find out all our tips for training, equipping or having fun, alone or with others.
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