I almost have this completely put together. I am 68 yrs old and did it almost totally alone. Taking me longer than an hour or two…..A racquet Is essential because there are a lot of boltsnuts. Advise- do not tighten it all up until after you have the cover on since you have to slide the ties inside the connections and re-do the connections afterwards. This item is so well made and I am very happy with it.