I'm very unhappy with the connectors the company uses as part of this tent. While the tent is intended to be temporary, the terrible quality of plastic makes it more of a one or two time use item. They could have put in PVC connectors at least. Very similar with the base to put the tent pins. Instead of basic aluminum base, extremely cheap plastic. Its a shame, because it looks pretty in the yard. Got it today, started assembling it tonight, will send it back tomorrow.