Step Straight Youth Baseball Training Aid! Ultra-Light Portable Pitching Mound!

I took my sweet time wondering if I should buy this, wondering if we should attempt making our own version, checking out various mound options being sold. So much wasted time which could have been used for pitching practice!This mound is very well built. It is thick and sturdy. The pitching rubber, handles, hooks, etc. are all excellent quality materials. The carpet-turf is securely attached, and the whole thing looks very sharp when in use. It doesn't look shabby while being stored, either.Some (very simple and intuitive) assembly is required. You'll be able to use this in less than 30 minutes after opening it.The unit is easy to set up, easy to collapse, and easy to transport. It's heavy, but not so heavy that it's awkward or difficult to move. The two handles are well-planned and seem to be positioned perfectly. The (two) hinged slope pieces of the mound fold and fit neatly into the main rectangular section, creating a very small footprint when not in use.There are some splinters, especially at first. The screws also poke through the interior bottom in spots. Both of these things are only noticable during each setup and breakdown. You could probably put pieces of foam or bouncy balls on the screws if you're concerned about them. (I'm not, and have not had any issues with them.)This has been a great tool to help my young pitcher straighten up his delivery. It is very secure when being used, and I have no concerns about stability or strength. It's also an impressive piece of training equipment to use in your own yard, or take with you to a practice field/facility.Overall, I am extrememly happy with this purchase.

Great product my son loves it

It’s ok. No bungee cord came with mine. Plywood is busted up and chipped in a few places. It’s all put together with pocket screws. I’ll keep it in the garage but any moisture will make the plywood swell. There are lots of screws sticking through where the smaller pieces are supposed to be stored. Somebody’s hands will get cut up or at least the carpet will get torn packing and unpacking so it may not be the most portable. Seemed like this was a great idea but the execution lacking. Hoping for at least a year or 2 of regular use.