I purchased the Mega Slam for my grandkids to play at my house and after much research and I am completely confident that I made the right choice. After finding a local concrete company that specializes in small loads, I set about making the preparations to install. The base called for 1/2 yard of concrete so I ordered 2 and got a sidewalk too that I've been putting off for years. I highly recommend ordering concrete rather than buying and mixing 25 bags.This thing is a beast. It only took about 45 minutes for me and my adult son and daughter to complete. Working out of the back of my pick up truck and connecting the bottom rod to the backboard, we were able to pick the backboard up using the height adjustment handle and then secure the side bracing. The instructions and the packaging of the hardware made this a breeze. Everything about this hoop is top shelf. You won't be sorry if you buy this one.