I used to have shelter that cost twice as much but this one seemed to be so similar that I thought I'd try it out. As all the other review indicate, the instructions are crap. Completely wrong in some places. I don't understand how Vevor can see these reviews and not take action. If you're reading this, I'd be happy to create accurate, reliable instructions for this product! After tossing the instructions aside I figured it out and was able to complete assembly in just under 30 min. The tarp/cover is not the quality i was hoping for but was in line with the price paid. Same for the gauge of poles used. I think it will get me through a few season though. Definitely use some cinder blocks to weigh down the cross bar inside. Wind can definitely take this thing away. locking the thing down is not a huge concern for me so I didn't bother with the lock feature. At first the front part was lift off the ground about 2 inches but in time I guess it stretched out and fully touches the ground now. Opens and closes with ease and not too bad of an eyesore on the side of the house.