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About Brad Groves

Mostly longer trips without resupply, in what usually seems to be cold and wet conditions. Over two decades of backcountry travel including backpacking and canoe tripping. I consider Marquette to be my home, but I currently live down-state. Many years as a buyer in specialty outdoor retail.

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Mountain Hardwear SuperMegaUL 2 Review

Mar 5, 2013 by Brad Groves

Mainstream manufacturers are catching on, and competition in the ~2lb tent range is fierce. The SuperMegaUL2 is a brilliant addition to this growing field.

Mountain Hardwear Speed 32 Sleeping Bag Review

Feb 26, 2013 by Brad Groves

A predominantly well engineered sleeping bag that suffers from a small, yet serious design flaw.

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Ibex Clothing Review

Feb 5, 2013 by Brad Groves

A merino wool layering system to keep you dry and comfortable on cool summer nights.

Sierra Designs Cloud 15 Review

Jan 22, 2013 by Brad Groves

A 29 oz sleeping bag featuring vertical baffles and Insotect technology… is it worth the weight?

Boreas Buttermilks 55 Review

Dec 4, 2012 by Brad Groves

Sure they look nice, but how do these clean, uncomplicated packs from new manufacturer Boreas handle the trails?

Big Agnes Fly Creek 2 Platinum Tent Review

Oct 16, 2012 by Brad Groves

At 5 ounces less than its predecessor, is the new Fly Creek worth the extra price?

Brooks-Range Foray 2P Tent Review

Oct 9, 2012 by Brad Groves

With its polka-dots and odd shape, can this unique 3-season shelter be taken seriously?

Sailors, Rappers, & Ultralight Backpackers: A Walk with the Timberland Cadion

Oct 2, 2012 by Brad Groves

Has Timberland found a niche the lightweight market?

Rain Pants State of the Market Report

May 29, 2012 by Brad Groves

A critical look at seven lightweight rain pants to keep you dry this spring.

Granite Gear Blaze A.C. 60 Review

May 8, 2012 by Brad Groves

Will it light the trails on fire?

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