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Backpacker Magazine requested our Grills for a May 1998 product test. Reviewer Paul Cleveland wrote:
"For cooking fresh-caught trout over and open fire, Purcell Trench stainless steel grills are tough to beat."
"During several backpacking trips in the northwest, I cooked cowboy-style over a small open fire. I toasted bagels, grilled trout, and brewed coffee on these sturdy grills."
A couple of years ago, author Cliff Jacobson wrote:
"Purcell Trench makes the best grill I've ever used"
We asked if we could use the quote. His reply:
"I use your grill all the time, and I recommend it heavily at my seminars. It is by far the best lightweight grill on the planet. Believe it! I lead canoe trips in Northern Canada for the Science Museum of Minnesota and regularly cook for 10 people -- my teapot holds 32 cups, which is quite a load. Your grill doesn't bend a millimeter! And there's not a hint of warpage after 4 years."
"By all means quote me in your literature. Your product is superb and I'm pleased to say so."
Respected canoe guide and outfitter Jacobson has written several best selling books on canoeing and camping, including the definitive Expedition Canoeing. His books are in print and all titles can be found at www.globe-pequot.com.
Fur-Fish-Game magazine requested a grill and Selkirk Shelter to photograph. Shortly, we received an e-mail from editor Mitch Cox saying:
"The grill and the Selkirk Shelter both are top quality."
Brock Evans, legendary protector of the environment, former Vice President of the National Audubon Society and Purcell Trench customer, sent us a note and remarked about his Travelers grill:
"...I love it!"
On May 15, 2000, John H. posted the following on www.outdoorreview.com.
"The absolute best no question fire grill."
"It is not everyday that you order a outdoors product or any product and receive the level of service that you and your company provides. I have been purchasing outdoor gear for the last 10 years and have never once received the quality product, service or the personal touch that you have provided....You have a new customer for life and all of my hiking and kayaking friends will hear my praises of your products for years to come." Martin DePerte
"A while back, I purchased a Streamside Traveler from you. I'd like to say that I've used it a number of times now and I love it for when having a fire is an option. I've grilled meats and vegetables on it, boiled water and even cooked omelets in a pan. It's fantastic and so lightweight and strong. Wonderful product." Josh Newcom
"The grills arrived and are the same high quality as my Travelers Grill. These are made with extraordinary workmanship and I am certain they will be used by my great-great grandchildren!...Your grills are the greatest!" Andre Hagen
"Got the grills - they are fantastic - you should be selling these everywhere! Bruce Austin
"...and my Packers Grill performed perfectly, as expected. It's a great product and weighs less than half of my old grill. My hiking partner on that trip is going to order one also." John Hauf
"I just wanted to say thank you for making such a great product. I just used my grill on a ten-day backpacking trip, and it performed wonderfully! It was the most pleasant time I've ever had cooking on open fires,..." Adam T. Kahualaulani Mick
"I work in engineering at a design & manufacturing company, and I'm familiar with good welding. This one's top-notch. We're excited to give it some use next month,...I'd love to see more stuff like yours out on the market. I've got boxes full of crap that just didn't make the grade over the years..." Scott Carroll
"I wanted to tell you something as well as order. Your grills are not just the best, they are so much better than any other that it is hard to describe. I have used a Travelers Grill for about 7 years. It is not clean but other than that it is perfect. I hope that fire will remain a part of the outdoor experience forever. If so, your grills will be there." John Hetzner
"First let me start by saying it's a pleasure doing business with you. Your product line is outstanding.".... "I can't put into words easily enough to explain fully the satisfaction I have felt and experienced in cooking outdoors again thanks to the new Travelers Grill."...."I carry my grills on my motorcycle at all times. And no matter where I am, I can always seem to find a way to gather rocks, tinder, wood and make a fire."...."I no longer fumble around leveling a pot or pan. Functionality addressed, the craftsmanship is nothing short of perfection." Geoffrey Beach