{"product_id":"hathaway-challenger-9-ft-shuffleboard-table-walnut-finish","title":"Hathaway Challenger 9-ft Shuffleboard Table - Walnut Finish","description":"\u003c!-- GAME ROOM EMPIRE — Product Description — Challenger 9-ft Shuffleboard Table Walnut (BG1205) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eHathaway Challenger 9-ft Shuffleboard Table \u003cem\u003ewalnut finish, 1.5-in butcher block playfield, pedestal storage legs.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Challenger is Hathaway's butcher block playfield shuffleboard table series. The 98 in L x 15 in W playing surface is 1.5-in thick solid hardwood butcher block coated in a polyurethane finish — the same construction method used in professional-grade shuffleboard tables. Cabinet finish is walnut (warm brown walnut tone that coordinates with traditional game room furniture and dark wood flooring). Each pedestal leg doubles as a storage cabinet with antique bronze hardware. Cabinet dimensions are 108 in L x 24.25 in W x 30.5 in H at 220 lb assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eClimate adjusters are integrated to compensate for surface bow caused by humidity changes — standard on all Challenger models. Independent leg levelers ensure a flat playing surface on uneven floors. Ships LTL in 2 cartons totaling 262 lb. Assembly approximately 45 minutes. Includes 4 blue pucks, 4 red pucks, 1 table brush, and 1 can of wax. 180-day limited warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"gre-desc__rule\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eButcher block playfield, pedestal storage legs, polyurethane surface, climate adjusters.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e01\u003c\/span\u003e1.5-in Butcher Block Playfield\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe 98 in L x 15 in W playing surface is solid hardwood butcher block at 1.5 in thick — a construction that provides the mass and rigidity needed for consistent puck speed and accurate scoring zone landing. The polyurethane surface coating produces the silky-smooth glide that characterizes commercial-grade shuffleboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e02\u003c\/span\u003ePedestal Legs with Built-In Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eEach pedestal leg is a functional storage cabinet — antique bronze hardware on the doors, solid construction throughout. Shuffleboard accessories (pucks, wax, brush, scoring devices) store inside the legs, keeping them accessible at the table without a separate storage unit in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e03\u003c\/span\u003eClimate Adjusters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIntegrated climate adjusters allow the playing surface concavity to be tuned by hand. Wood surfaces bow slightly under humidity changes — climate adjusters counteract this bow without tools, keeping the surface perfectly flat year-round in unconditioned basements and seasonal game rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e04\u003c\/span\u003eIndependent Leg Levelers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIndependent adjustable levelers on each pedestal leg compensate for uneven floor grades. A shuffleboard table that is not perfectly level will show a bias toward one scoring zone — levelers are the mechanism that eliminates this and is the first adjustment to make after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e05\u003c\/span\u003eWalnut Cabinet Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMDF cabinet body with laminate finish in walnut — a warm brown walnut tone that coordinates with traditional game room furniture and dark wood flooring. The cabinet finish does not affect playing performance; it is the selection criterion between Challenger models for buyers whose game room palette determines the choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e06\u003c\/span\u003eAccessories Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFour blue and four red shuffleboard pucks, a table brush, and a can of shuffleboard wax are included in the box — everything needed to start playing immediately after assembly. The puck set provides two full sets of competition pucks without a separate purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"gre-desc__rule\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eBuyer's Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eChoosing a shuffleboard table length \u003cem\u003ehow 9 feet affects play and room requirement.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eShuffleboard table length determines the game's tempo and scoring difficulty. At 9 ft, pucks travel 98 in L across the playing surface — longer tables require more precise speed control to land in scoring zones rather than going off the end. Competition shuffleboard is typically played on 9-ft or 12-ft tables; professional tournaments use 22-ft surfaces. The 9-ft Challenger provides entry-level competition playing geometry in a residential format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoom length requirement: add 2 ft of standing clearance at each end — the 9-ft table at 108 in (9.0 ft) needs approximately 13.0 ft of floor length. Width clearance of 3 ft on each side is standard. LTL freight delivery in 2 cartons requires a receiving signature and ground-level access — the 108-in carton length means the delivery truck needs adequate approach distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section gre-desc__section--alt\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eComplete specifications.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eGeneral\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eHathaway\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eItem Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eBG1205\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eUPC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e672875902682\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eChina\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e180-day limited warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eYes — approx. 45 min, two-person required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eTable Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e108 in L x 24.25 in W x 30.5 in H\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003ePlaying Surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e98 in L x 15 in W x 1.5 in thick\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eAssembled Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e220 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003ePlayfield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eSolid Hardwood Butcher Block — Polyurethane coated\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eCabinet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eMDF, Laminate — Walnut finish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eLeg Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eYes — pedestal legs with antique bronze hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eClimate Adjusters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eYes — integrated\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eLeg Levelers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eYes — independent adjustable\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eIncludes\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eAccessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e4 blue pucks, 4 red pucks, table brush, shuffleboard wax (1 can)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eLTL Freight — 2 boxes, 262 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eCarton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e116 in L x 33 in W x 13 in H\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eFrequently asked questions.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eIs the playing surface solid wood or laminate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eSolid hardwood butcher block at 1.5 in thick, coated in polyurethane. The cabinet body is MDF with a walnut laminate finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWhat are climate adjusters?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eIntegrated adjusters that allow you to tune the playing surface concavity by hand. Wood surfaces bow under humidity changes; climate adjusters counteract this without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWhat room length is needed for a 9-ft table?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eThe table is 108 in (9.0 ft) long. Add 2 ft of standing clearance at each end — approximately 13.0 ft of floor length minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eDoes this ship by freight or parcel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eLTL freight — 262 lb in 2 cartons. Requires a receiving signature and ground-level access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eAre pucks and wax included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eYes — 4 blue pucks, 4 red pucks, a table brush, and 1 can of shuffleboard wax are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the warranty term?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003e180-day limited warranty covering defects in workmanship and materials under normal residential use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- end .gre-desc --\u003e","brand":"Hathaway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51856305160478,"sku":"BG1205","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/9625\/6030\/files\/wcmvqfby3z8i95owoitx_90a8418c-ada8-42e0-8f3c-bf539ba9ac78.jpg?v=1778886346","url":"https:\/\/gameroomempire.com\/products\/hathaway-challenger-9-ft-shuffleboard-table-walnut-finish","provider":"Game Room Empire","version":"1.0","type":"link"}