Champro Dura-Grip Basketball

The Dura-Grip 230 is specifically engineered for outdoor use on rough surfaces like asphalt or concrete. While you can technically use it indoors, the rubber cover is designed for durability on abrasive outdoor courts rather than the softer feel preferred for indoor hardwood play.

The basketball is shipped deflated to ensure it arrives in the best condition. You will need to purchase a separate ball pump and needle to inflate it before your first game.

The 27.5-inch size is typically used for youth play (ages 9-11), the 28.5-inch size is standard for women and youth boys (ages 12-14), and the 29.5-inch size is the official regulation size for men and boys age 15 and up.

Yes, the deep channel design provides more surface area for your fingers to lock into, which significantly improves control when dribbling or shooting, especially compared to balls with shallower channels.

Thanks to the butyl bladder construction, this ball is designed for superior air retention. While all rubber balls lose some air over time, you should find that you need to reinflate this model much less frequently than balls with standard latex bladders.