Set up/ take down. Is it easy? Can one person do it? Or must 2 or more
271873
My husband put the tent up by himself and he took it down by himself. He said it is a large tent, but it is not a quick process.
271874
This is not a one man job. At least two people are needed. It is much easier when you remember that the poles are color coded. It is also challenging to connect the poles to over the middle of the roof. You need to disconnect a side pole first in order for the roof poles to connect.
271875
1 person can do it if they're tall enough otherwise 2 will be needed but set up is easy just don't step onto the tent itself while its laying on the ground. It has an attatchment for the light and fan already installed and if you go walking on it you will break the tabs that hold them. To take it down 1 person can do it fairly easily.
271876
One person can certainly assemble the tent, but two definitely makes it easier and faster. FYI, be very careful when staking the 4 tent corners into the ground. The 2nd time I assembled the tent, 2 of the corners ripped on me. Fortunately, Coleman sent me a brand new tent, which surprised me. Good luck and enjoy!
271877
Set up is easy. If you put to much pressure on the top brackets, they will break. Make sure you put the poles in the top bracket, then attach poles to the bottom clips. When you take it down, remove poles from the bottom clips first, then remove them from the top brackets.
271878
I recommend that this is a 2 person job. I also recommend that when installing the fan you line up the tabs correctly or you will brake them off. Lastly the 4 way connector is not that durible ether so install the top Section first then the side. Nice and roomy tent
271879
Its easy but should be done with two ppl due to size...one person could do it but it would be a bit frustrating.
987076
I have put it together 4-5 times solo, it takes some practice, but once you figure out one side needs to be anchored to raise it, setup isn't so bad.
297883
In answer to the question- "Can one person set up this tent?" --YES, easily. I set it up in my kitchen when I first got it so I could take my time and work out any problems. I had NO problems whatsoever. Read the directions, follow them step by step, and the next time you set it up will be Quite easy. Have fun! :)
76876
Yes. I'm 45 years old and only 5'3 and about 130 lbs and I can set it up and take it down myself. Granted it would be easier with another person but it can be done alone. Good luck!
1949858
You can do it alone but it takes twice as long to set up. With 3-4 people it takes about a minute. It collapses to be able to fit in the back of any car or trunk.
410501
I have not tried that so I can answer for you. I will say the set up is easy as it gets. Took 2 minutes, maybe less
987077
It was not hard to set up. I have older kids so we all set it up together. It is tall, so two people would be ideal. The hardest part to me was the guide lines. The instructions were not clear on how to set these up.
1621051
It's also very easy to set up and take down. I have two of them. They're great.
784473
It is fairly portable. Does take some practice the first few times to set it up. I numbered the metal frame pieces to make set up quicker. With two people and some practice only takes a few minutes to set up. With any breeze out thought, it will need to be anchored down. But if you are looking for something for quick and easy, you might want to look at an easy-up that doesn't have several parts to put together each time. This one has about 30 frame parts to assemble.
2089589
It does take two persons to set up. It is by far the best tent I have ever had.
240104
Micah, it takes just a matter of minutes, about 3-4 minutes, to set up. It is very easy!
1084063
We've only used it 1 time. I think it took us 2 to 3 hour's to set up. We also had about 6 people helping. Probably wouldn't take as long the next time.
971644
Thanks a ton. Very helpful. In your opinion, is this worth a DIY adventure or is there not much to be saved in calling someone to setup?
582051
Hi Kelli. It wasn't that hard to set up but took about 2 hours. The directions are pretty well done. My son and I did it together. However, that being said, I wouldn't recommend it. We used it for about 3 weeks and totally fell apart. It is pretty junky. I ended up sending it back in pieces and getting a refund.
1211414
Short of unpacking and setting it up......you can fit one adult in there with gear or a husband and wife (people who don't mind being close. Great for one person with gear; two if necessary.
1944749
No, it wasn't easy. You need at least 2 or more people to assemble. Time and effort. Once it is set up, it is a great shed.
1596206
Yes. I set it up all by myself all the time. Much easier with 2 people and the first time it will take awhile. Once you have the hang of it, it gets much easier. I can get it up in about 10 minutes. Helpful tip for 1 man assembly...Anchor it to the ground first, then work from back to front.