Now at last we have made the beach vacation where we could test the beach tent through its paces. Conclusion: tested and approved. While all around us people were struggling with unstable tents, our tent stood like a rock in the wind thanks to the very thoughtful sandbags. It is quickly assembled and disassembled. Well made and not too heavy to carry. Would I buy again and again. The higher price is more than justified, as have also confirmed some holiday companion with simpler (cheaper) beach tents