Assembling your REI Flexlite chair is just like putting together any other “tent-pole” style backpacking chair. After you get it out of its carrying case, the frame should snap together without much effort, thanks to the elastic cord that binds the individual segments.
After you have the frame assembled, simply situate the fabric seat so that the longer “back” portion is facing vertically, and begin slotting the ends of the poles into the reinforced notches sewn into the seat. You should be able to get the seat on with a little bit of effort, and then your Flexlite is ready to go.