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I need some lawn mower advice. [View all] Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 OP
I've always loved simple reel-type push mowers. Keep the blades sharp and everything oiled. NYC_SKP Apr 2013 #1
Maybe the newer ones are way easier than they used to be, Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #2
I always where ear protection when mowing. NutmegYankee Apr 2013 #5
I have a neighbor who wears muffs too. Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #8
They are better now, IMHO, and there are self-propelled electrics to be had. NYC_SKP Apr 2013 #23
reel mowers RILib Apr 2013 #22
Well, I have a partially disabled arm ConcernedCanuk Apr 2013 #25
Thank You, NYC_SKP! bvar22 May 2013 #35
You made my day. I've done my work. Now..... NYC_SKP May 2013 #36
Ever consider a cordless electric? ConcernedCanuk Apr 2013 #3
Interesting you should mention that. Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #6
First of all, the cordless is lighter than a gas mower. ConcernedCanuk Apr 2013 #10
Good advice. Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #11
I think that I have decided on a cordless electric. Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #24
I have one something like this. It was advertised back then as an 'Easy Start'. sinkingfeeling Apr 2013 #4
I did see that one while doing a search. Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #7
I like the older models, sometimes with other jobs, sometimes not. Self-propelled, but jtuck004 Apr 2013 #9
LOL, I prefer the newer models myself. Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #12
The other two solutions I found were to start growing garlic, which takes up space nearly year-round jtuck004 Apr 2013 #13
Well, I have expanded garden beds as much as I can. Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #14
One other thought...string trimmer mowers jtuck004 Apr 2013 #15
I am intrigued, but Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #16
Electric cordless - almost no maintenance, no stink ConcernedCanuk Apr 2013 #17
Day-um. Those are pricey. I wouldn't have expected that. jtuck004 Apr 2013 #18
I did see one of these in Sears today. Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #19
I bought myself a cordless battery powered Black and Decker NCarolinawoman Apr 2013 #20
Thanks. This is the one mower I am still looking to find Curmudgeoness Apr 2013 #21
Oh - check this out - SOLAR lawnmowers! ConcernedCanuk Apr 2013 #26
Very cool. Curmudgeoness May 2013 #27
Looking at you OP - Is this the best group to ask???? ConcernedCanuk May 2013 #28
Good point. Curmudgeoness May 2013 #29
Solaris self-powered Kolesar May 2013 #30
I really don't want a self-propelled model. Curmudgeoness May 2013 #31
"Freewheeling" like the rear hub of a bicycle Kolesar May 2013 #32
LOL, you sound like me.... Curmudgeoness May 2013 #33
A Snapper "rear engine rider" is a great product Kolesar May 2013 #34
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