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Dawn brings an unpleasant awakening. The anticipated sunrise is obscured by clouds, adding to the narrator's woes. As they pack up, the mixed feelings pour out: the Ridge Rider's small foot print and stealthy pitch are its pros, but they don’t outweigh the struggles faced during the night.
Returning down the mountain, the narrator reflects on the tent's qualities: it’s bombproof in severe weather, cozy on good nights, yet it demands far too much compromise on comfort and utility. As concerns about the lingering aftereffects of last night's meal create the urgency to descend, the thoughts dwell on whether or not the tent has a place in their outdoor gear collection.