What are some other benefits to using a reel mower?
Just like with electric push mowers, there are a TON of benefits. Some include: • you get to avoid the pollution equivalent to driving 350 miles in a car • no longer deal with the obnoxious and defeaning noise • save money by never having to buy gas, oil, filters, or spark plugs again Of Course, There is Always a Down Side What are some of the troubles you might encounter with a reel mower? • If you have many mature trees in your yard, a reel mower will bind up whenever it rolls over a branch, twig, or even a large piece of mulch • Grass or weeds that are too tall will have to be passed over 2 or 3 times (but mowing at least once per week should avoid this problem) • It takes slightly longer to mow, due to the fact that you must overlap your cutting rows • As with all push mowers–electric, reel, or gas–reel mowers are not recommended for yards over 1/2 an acre In a twitter conversation about reel mowers with one of my followers and blog buds, NashVeggie said that if you keep the blad
