“I just bought one yesterday in Texas. Gas and electric were the same price. Electric had about 75% of the leaf-blowing pow. I decided to do my part to kill the planet.”
Actually, I think electric is better for most people (those not in the gardening business or owning large land tracks), as they are far easier to ‘start up’ and the batteries are sufficient for most people. That’s for the smaller stuff. For lawn mowers, batteries are seem only practical for relatively small yards, otherwise a lot of battery capacity is needed.
I like to serenade my neighbors with the sound of the bagpipes, laddie. Actually, I live out in the country.
Generally agree. Grew up on ‘da Range in northern MN - a true Jack Pine Savage. Because I was an engineer, and had tree climbing euqipment, I’d often drop troublesome trees between a house and a garage, etc for neighbors. 30 years later?
I have sciatica and lower back problems. Still have the gamut of saws - mostly Stihl.
But last week I bought a battery-powered 18” saw. It worked for what I wanted (cleaning up after a tornado), and didn’t tick me off re filters and pickup tubes.
2” orange tree limbs to 13” live oak. No problems and quiet.
It is not suited for my wood yard - I have two fireplaces and a smoker, but I’m quite happy
Now, if I could only afford a second battery!