Blowing Gravel with the Echo PB-580 Blower! Good spring cleanup alternative for a power broom?

This spring I used the Echo PB-580T backpack blower during my spring clean-up instead of renting a power broom. While it's not quite as efficient as a power broom, it worked surprisingly well!
I was able to move most of the gravel, clumps of dirt, and of course leaves and other dead yard debris all without touching a rake!
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