Lifetime Mammoth 72
$1,749.99 · Nov 12, 2026
A 72 by 42 inch glass board with one-hand hydraulic height adjustment, for $1,749.99 when it is in stock.
8.7Our score out of 10Very good. No. 9 of 14 in our overall ranking, from a published formula.
54"Tempered glass backboard54" x 34" tempered glass, 3/8" thick.
Goalrilla GS54C review
Best for one-car and narrow driveways that still want Goalrilla glass and a lifetime warranty.
$1,749.958.7/10Very good
Checked November 12, 2026 at Goalrilla. Available to order online.
- 54" x 34" tempered glass, 3/8" thick
- One-piece 5" x 5" pole, welded wide-span arms
- Goalrilla limited lifetime warranty, glass included
- Anchor kit and breakaway rim in the box
Orders typically process and ship within two business days; delivery dates depend on distance from the warehouse and freight carrier availability (Escalade).
The catch
You pay Goalrilla money for a small board: $1,749.95, only $300 less than the 60-inch GS60C. The overhang is 2.5 ft and the rim stops at 7.5 ft.
Key specs
| Board | 54" glass 3/8" |
|---|---|
| Pole | 5" x 5" |
| Overhang | 2.5 ft |
| Height | 7.5 to 10 ft |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
Installation
The Goalrilla GS54C bolts to an anchor kit set in concrete. Goalrilla gives the hole size and concrete in the manual for this model; check it before you buy bags. Let the concrete finish curing before you mount the hoop, and call 811 before you dig.
Warranty
Goalrilla limited lifetime warranty, glass included. Not covered: damage from hanging on the rim, net or backboard.
The Goalrilla GS54C, in three lines
The GS54C is the entry ticket to Goalrilla's lifetime warranty. For $1,749.95 on November 12, 2026, you get a 54 by 34 inch tempered glass board (3/8 inch), a one-piece 5 by 5 inch pole, a 2.5 ft overhang and the 9 inch anchor kit.
It tops our 54-inch ranking, ahead of the Goaliath Prodigy and Spalding U-Turn, because it is the only 54-inch hoop here with a lifetime warranty and a 5 inch pole.
The catch: it costs $950 more than the Goaliath Prodigy, which also has 54-inch tempered glass and the same anchor-kit idea.
Who it's for
Buy it if
- Your driveway is narrow or one car wide
- You want a hoop that lasts and a lifetime warranty
- Your players are around eight and up
Skip it if
- You can fit a 60-inch board: the GS60C is $300 more and much more hoop
- You are on a budget: the Prodigy is $799.95
- Your kids are five or six
Who a 54-inch board is for
Goalsetter's buying guide pairs 54 or 48 inch boards with a one-car driveway. Goalrilla says the same thing in fewer words: a smaller board for a smaller driveway, "to allow for ample playing space". If the driveway is the width of one garage door, a 60-inch board hanging over it can make the whole court feel cramped. Our size guide has the measurements.
GS54C or Goaliath Prodigy?
Both are made by Escalade and bolt to an anchor kit. The Prodigy costs $799.95 with 5/16 inch glass, a 4 inch pole and a 5-year warranty. The GS54C adds an inch of pole, thicker glass and the lifetime warranty. Spread over ten years, the difference is $95 a year. See GS54C vs Prodigy.
GS54C or GS60C?
If the space allows it, we would stretch to the GS60C: six more inches of glass, a 5.5 inch pole and the same warranty for $300 more. The full comparison is in GS60C vs GS54C.
What we like, and the catch
- 54" x 34" tempered glass, 3/8" thick
- One-piece 5" x 5" pole, welded wide-span arms
- Goalrilla limited lifetime warranty, glass included
- Anchor kit and breakaway rim in the box
The catch: You pay Goalrilla money for a small board: $1,749.95, only $300 less than the 60-inch GS60C. The overhang is 2.5 ft and the rim stops at 7.5 ft.
Goalrilla GS54C specs
| Backboard | 54" x 34" tempered glass, 3/8" thick |
|---|---|
| Board size | 54" x 34" |
| Board material | Tempered glass |
| Pole | One-piece 5" x 5" square steel pole, powder-coated |
| Overhang | Up to 2.5 ft (Goalrilla's maximum figure) |
| Height range | 7.5 ft to 10 ft with the all-steel crank actuator (Goalrilla FAQ: "Most Goalrilla systems ... are adjustable from 7.5 to 10 feet") |
| Height adjustment | Crank actuator |
| Mounting | Anchor kit (bolt-down) |
| Anchor or footing | 9" anchor kit set in concrete; the hoop bolts on, levels on nuts and can be unbolted if you move (Goalrilla) |
| Concrete | Not stated |
| Rim | Medium-weight breakaway rim |
| Pads | Pads sold separately |
| Warranty | Goalrilla limited lifetime warranty, glass included. Not covered: damage from hanging on the rim, net or backboard. |
| Made in | Not stated |
| Sold by | Goalrilla |
| Availability | Available to order online |
From Goalrilla's pages, read November 12, 2026. "Not stated" means we could not find the figure there.
What it costs on Nov 12, 2026
$1,749.95 on November 12, 2026, from the Goalrilla product page.
Delivery: Orders typically process and ship within two business days; delivery dates depend on distance from the warehouse and freight carrier availability (Escalade).
Concrete and installation are not included. Hoop prices move with seasonal sales; the button opens Goalrilla's page so you see today's number before you decide.
8.7/10, very good
No. 9 of 14 in our overall ranking. Each criterion is rated from what Goalrilla publishes, on the scales shown on our method page; anything not stated scores low.
| Price (dated, US) (20%) | Strong |
|---|---|
| Backboard size and material (20%) | Average |
| Pole size and steel gauge (20%) | Strong |
| Warranty (15%) | Top marks |
| Overhang (play space under the rim) (10%) | Average |
| Lowest rim height (10%) | Average |
| Mounting (anchor kit or not) (5%) | Top marks |
Where these facts come from
- goalrilla.com/products/goalrilla-gs54c-basketball-hoop
- goalrilla.com/pages/faq
- goalrilla.com/pages/about-our-hoops
Written by Chris Dalton, editor, backyard and driveway basketball, from the pages above, read November 12, 2026. Some links are affiliate links; it never changes our scores. Disclosure.
Compare with rivals
The three hoops closest in price, scored on the same formula.
Goalrilla GS60C
$2,049.95 · Nov 12, 2026
The middle Goalrilla: 60-inch glass, a 5.5 inch pole and the warranty that covers the glass.
Pro Dunk THOR Gold
$2,399 $2,900 · Nov 12, 2026
A 60-inch board in 1/2 inch glass that drops to a 5 ft rim: one hoop for the whole childhood.
Goalrilla GS54C questions
What size is the Goalrilla GS54C backboard?
54" x 34" tempered glass, 3/8" thick (Goalrilla).
Is the GS54C good for a small driveway?
That is what it is for. Goalrilla recommends a smaller backboard for a smaller driveway, and the 2.5 ft overhang keeps the post close to the edge of the concrete.
How high does the Goalrilla GS54C adjust?
7.5 ft to 10 ft with the all-steel crank actuator (Goalrilla FAQ: "Most Goalrilla systems ... are adjustable from 7.5 to 10 feet").
How do you install the Goalrilla GS54C?
The Goalrilla GS54C bolts to an anchor kit set in concrete. Goalrilla gives the hole size and concrete in the manual for this model; check it before you buy bags. Let the concrete finish curing before you mount the hoop, and call 811 before you dig. Read our installation guide.
What size pole does the Goalrilla GS54C have?
One-piece 5" x 5" square steel pole, powder-coated. Overhang: Up to 2.5 ft (Goalrilla's maximum figure).
