ECHO PB-770T Backpack Blower Review
I’ve used several blowers in the past, each with its strengths and weaknesses. You start to really form opinions and […]
ECHO PE-280 Edger Review
Lawn care is of utmost importance in my neighborhood – at least it is if you want to avoid the nasty stares and angry looks of neighbors tired of wild grass and haphazard edging. Professionals know this – and so do consumers. Echo’s PE-280 Perfect Edge Edger seems to go mostly after the former group, with its 28.1cc engine and pro features that take edging a step beyond the products designed solely for the casual homeowner. What the PE-280 does is provide plenty of power in a lightweight package – and then gives you the features you need, and nothing you don’t. It’s a pro-level product for sure, but with a 5-year consumer warranty, serious lawn-nazi’s are going to have a hard time passing it up.
Black & Decker Pays Million Dollar Fine to CPSC
It’s bound to happen. With all of the manufacturing that goes on, the headline Black & Decker Pays Million Dollar […]
ECHO HC-165 24″ Hedge Trimmer Review
ECHO is known for its excellent outdoor equipment that caters to both professionals and consumers. Now, the new HC-165 gas-powered Hedge Trimmer proves itself to be a pro-quality product with features that are the perfect blend of convenient and unobtrusive. With a 5-position rotating handle, the HC-165 Hedge Trimmer is one of the most ergonomic trimmers we’ve used. That translates into more cutting, with less time adjusting your position to angle the blade. Want to make a left-handed vertical cut? No problem. We also found that the blades were quite sharp – and stayed that way. And the i-30 starter cranked the trimmer up after just a few pulls. The HC-165 is also quite portable and easy to carry – plus, it stores over 16 oz of fuel so you spend more time cutting and less re-filling the tank.
ECHO PAS-225VPB Pro Attachment Series Combo Kit Review
We have been fans of ECHO ever since we reviewed their SRM-225i straight shaft trimmer with its i-75 starting system. […]
Black and Decker Intros LST220 Li-Ion Trimmer Edger
Yard work is about to get a lot simpler as Black & Decker’s new 20 Volt Max Cordless Lithium Ion […]
Craftsman Lawn and Garden Tools Cut the Cords
Lawn & Garden tools have traditionally been classified as either gas-powered or electric. Now, however, the advancements in battery technology […]
Black and Decker 18V String Trimmer and Edger NST2018 Preview
For power tools, battery technology seems to be making inroads and moving an increasing number of products into the realm of emissions-free, cordless technology. Yard tools have been understandably delayed, since the bettery power and sustained use periods make it difficult to transition over to a reliable, rechargeable solution. Black & Decker is still at the forefront, however, and has released a new 18V String Trimmer & Edger (Model NST2018) that eliminates gas in favor of NiCd batteries. While clearly more convenient than a corded solution, the real question is whether or not the power and usability will cause anyone not paranoid about emissions to switch to the new technology. Our guess is that it may take a few more product iterations before mainstream users pick up these new cordless tools over their more traditional gas-powered counterparts.
Stihl FS 56 RC-E Trimmer Review
STIHL (which is actually pronounced “steel”—or “shteel” if you’re European) has introduced the new FS 56 RC-E, the top-of-the-line model […]
Echo SRM-225i Trimmer Review
ECHO is a well-known brand that breaks down the barrier between professional and consumer. Their new SRM-225i straight shaft trimmer […]