The golf practice net works well and should help to improve my golf swing. I liked the extras that come with the kit, although I've replaced the thin holding pegs with thicker, longer ones. I use the thin ones to hold the grass mat in place in the backyard. Yes you do need to be relatively close to the net to swing, I only practice soft chip shots with the net to avoid clearing the front of the net area with harder swings. It would definitely take two people to erect the egloo quickly as the rods need to be guided through the sleeves while someone pushes the rods. The rods can't be pulled through as they split at the joints. I think the quaity is good and having the target sheet to hit gives confidence the balls won't break through the netting with harder swings, and the target also helps to see where the ball is heading. It should be fun for the family to have a go at when they visit. Thanks.