- Durability: 3
- Durability: pleasing durability thanks to the 1.4mm rubber cover.
- Lasting air retention: 3
- Lasting air retention: prolonged period between chambers thanks to the bladder with 30% butyl.
- Traction: 2
this basketball is the official size for girls ages 11 and up, and boys ages 11 to 12. Made with foam rubber, it provides good ball feel as well as good durability.
key benefits:
• durability: 3
• durability: pleasing durability thanks to the 1.4mm rubber cover.
• lasting air retention: 3
• lasting air retention: prolonged period between chambers thanks to the bladder with 30% butyl.
• traction: 2
• traction: good grip thanks to the deep channels.
• bounce: 2
• bounce: good bounce as the bladder is enveloped in 100% polyester
technical information:
why learn 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 resistant 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 ages 13 and up, and men. ; what ball should you use?: if you want a very durable 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....