TARMAK

Size 5 Basketball R500 - Pink/Black

$129
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Official size 5 basketball designed for boys and girls ages 7 to 10 playing outdoors or indoors.

This basketball is the official size ball for boys and girls ages 7 to 10. Made with foam rubber, it provides a good ball feel as well as excellent robustness

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Products benefits

Ball touch

A pleasant feel thanks to the padded rubber cover.

Durability

Pleasing robustness thanks to the 1.4mm rubber cover.

Lasting air retention

Can go longer between re-inflations thanks to a bladder made with 30% butyl.

Traction

Good grip thanks to the deep channels.

Bounce

Good bounce as the bladder is enveloped in 100% polyester

Technical information

Why learn to play basketball with the Tarmak R500 ball?

The Tarmak R500 basketball is perfect for beginners.
Ball handling is enhanced thanks to the deep grooves and pebbled cover.
Foam rubber (air is injected into rubber, which creates a softer consistency) for softer impacts.
Its 100% polyester filament winding ensures good quality bounce.
Very robust for indoor and outdoor use.

What ball size to choose?

The ball size depends on the player's age and sex.
Size 1: From ages 2 and up
Size 3 to size 5: Girls or boys ages 4 to 6/Baby basket under 7 age group (depending on levels and clubs)
Size 5: Boys and girls ages 7 to 10/Under 9 and under 11 age groups
Size 6: Boys ages 11 and 12/Under 13 age group
Size 6: Girls - Women of all ages over 11
Size 7: Boys - Men of all ages over 13

What ball should you use?

If you want a very robust ball, go for a rubber ball. If you want a ball with a good feel, leather or synthetic are what you need.

For a good bounce, how much should you inflate your basketball?

A basketball that is overinflated or underinflated doesn't give you the best match experience.
The recommended pressure is clearly marked on the ball by the manufacturer.
Ideally, you should use a pump with a pressure gauge so that you can be more precise.
At Tarmak, we recommend a pressure of: 0.62 bar.
Enjoy your match!

What height basket should you choose?

The official height of a basketball basket is 3.05m (rim height).
If you want a basketball basket for your child, you need something that will grow with them.
For younger kids there isn't an official height so you can choose whatever suits them best.
Up to the age of 10, club baskets are set at 2.60m.
After the age of 10, both girls and boys play with 3.05m baskets.

Did you know that all Tarmak products are tested in the lab and in match conditions?

The design team behind the TARMAK products is based at Kipstadium in Northern France. It is constantly aiming to make basketball a more enjoyable experience.
All Tarmak products have been tested in real-life situations by actual players for a number of weeks.
These regular tests, along with customer feedback, help us develop our products.
Lab tests are also carried out to check our products' various properties

Who designs the Tarmak basketball products?

Tarmak is a team of keen basketball players who develop products especially for playing basketball. The entire product range is designed to meet the needs of even the most demanding basketball players and to give you maximum enjoyment during training and matches.

Get all our tips on choosing the right gear and training!

Tarmak meets the needs of all basketball players, from beginner to court regulars. Check out our tips for training, kitting yourself out, and playing alone or with friends.

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Warranty

2 years

Product concept & technology

STOCK ADVICE

Store in a dry place.

TESTS

Validation test of resistance: ball resists to at least 2500 shots against a steel backboard performed at 50 km/h.

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