Frequently Asked questions

Who is D1 Backyard Rinks?

We are the leading manufacturer of hockey rink products including Hockey Boards, Synthetic Ice and Ice Rink Liners.

Where are D1 products made?

All of our raw materials are sourced in the U.S.A.

Product fabrication, assembly and shipping is performed in our facilities in Saint Paul, Minnesota and Hudson, Wisconsin

We ship our rinks throughout the U.S. and Canada.

How do I get started?

Checkout Rink Builder. You may use this easy to use tool to design your rink and receive an immediate price quote.

Speak to a ‘real’ person with many years of rink building experience! We are hear to coach you through this process. Call us, we want to talk to you! 855-355-3131

You may also send an e-mail to sales@d1backyardrinks.com. Indicate your rink size and whether you plan to install the rink indoors or outdoors.

We are a very good about responding the same day. From there, we will work together to finalize the details of your order.

What is the lead time?

Lead times fluctuate. Though we are typically are in a position to ship your order within a week or so. Shipping time varies

What if I have a unique size and rink configuration?

Not a problem! We LOVE providing custom solutions. We build thousands of standard boards during the year. Also, we don’t typically charge an extra free to make a few custom boards here and there to make measurements work for our customers.

How do I get the best price?

MAKE A QUICK DECISION. We offer an incentive to those customers ready to pull the trigger.

How does shipping work?

We ship throughout U.S. and Canada. Sales tax applies to Minnesota residents only.

How to I become a Dealer and/or Installer for D1?

We are always exploring partnership opportunities with fellow sport system dealers and general contractors. Expanding your service offerings with a premium product line can be a great way to generate additional income throughout the year.

Would you be interested in becoming a local installer for D1 Backyard Rinks? We provide comprehensive training and include our partners in our network, ensuring leads are directed straight to you.

We believe strong relationships are key to success. Please feel free to call us at 855-355-3131 or email us at sales@d1backyardrinks.com to discuss this further.

Does D1 offer installation?

Yes and no 😉

Our install team is located in the St. Paul, MN area and has many years of experience with installing custom rinks. If you live within a 60 mile radius of we will absolutely look into installation for you!

If you are located outside this area, please just ask and we will certainly discuss options and availability. We are looking for rockstars in every major metropolitan area in US to help us grow our installation network.

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