More experienced owners will chime in, no doubt, but:
1. When it's closed you basically can't get in to it. This turns into more of a planning issue ,since you can certainly leave stuff in the TM when closed, you just can't access it. Of course, you can open it (5 minutes) without setting up the interior (wardrobe, velcro flaps, etc.) if all you need to do is put stuff in and out. I am a new TM owner, but we've already realized that the routine will be to open it a day or two before departure for loading, then closing before departure.
I guess the thing to emphasize here is that opening it is trivial, just not a problem.
2. The front section and rear section are sealed by a flexible tubular deal - don't know what's in it, but the bottom line is that not only does it protect you from pests but even serious driving rain won't get in. The unit is secure and water tight, open and shut.
Hope that helps.
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