I haven't actually USED it outside yet, but I probably will tomorrow and let everyone know about it's wear and tear review.
It's very practical and well made from what I can see. Stewie doesn't LOVE it and he doesn't HATE it, so I guess we are both ok with it for now
If you pull down the flaps, no one can see the dog but you, so I think it would be good for mall shopping or for other stores where dogs are not readily allowed uncontained.