I needed a lightweight crate solution for traveling with my pup. Saw this when it first came out and purchased immediately. I am thrilled with this tent. It really does set up in seconds. One easy pull and it’s ready for use. I have only used this indoors so cannot comment on the rain hood but it looks like it would do the job. Closing up the tent is easy. There is a bit of a trick to making fold up easy. Once releasing the locking mechanism let the tent settle as it “deflates” and assist by tucking in all the tent material so the floor of the tent stays a perfect square before lifting the corners by the rods and securing with the elastic strap. Once all corners are secured lay the tent down and roll it like an umbrella while carefully tucking all excess tent material in. Secure with the attached strap and this will slide easily into the carry bag. With a little practice the tent can be rolled nice and tight leaving plenty of room in the carry bag to accommodate a mat that can be placed inside to cover the floor of the tent. I can even fit a toy or two and collapsible water bowl. My only complaint is the floor really needs to be more durable. From the first set up I always used a thick mat to protect the floor of the tent. After a week of daily set up and take down with all day use the tent floor had a small puncture. I am a bit disappointed in this but still love this tent. I am looking for some way to repair without using duct tape. Will look in camp store for solution. Whenever I plan to spend entire time with my pup, this tent is in the car.