How To Choose The Right Lawn Mower for Your Yard | Lawn Mower Buying Guide 2020

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  • How to choose the right lawn more for your lawn. I take you through a sort of "lawn mower buying guide" giving you some of the features I recommend based around gaining maximum #EnjoyTheMow .
    00:00 Let’s Go!
    00:37 A Few Caveats (I like that word)
    01:17 Size Matters Most
    01:43 The Standard Is Set at 75 Minutes
    02:18 Walk Behind Mowers at 21”
    05:43 Deciding To Go Big Or Go Small
    06:32 The 30 Inch Mower - TimeMaster
    07:47 Zero Turn or Lawn Tractor
    11:36 How To Mow Stripes In The Lawn
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  • @LlyleHunter
    @LlyleHunter 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    “This is not a sponsor here, I do this for love.”
    I love it!

  • @muxxor9492
    @muxxor9492 4 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    I would like to see Honda to come out with a 30” mower.

    • @Thelawncarenut
      @Thelawncarenut  4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Me too! I would buy one for sure.

    • @foxiedogitchypaws7141
      @foxiedogitchypaws7141 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      One that we could afford, 400.00

    • @iiiStUNA9
      @iiiStUNA9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’ve been searching for awhile for them to release one!

    • @GamerGee
      @GamerGee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s my dream. 30 inches with a 5” max. I wish I knew how to engine swap a fast Honda motor on a exmark to get a good mix of things.

    • @alexsyt462
      @alexsyt462 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They used to make rider mowers

  • @dee5421
    @dee5421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I used to enjoy walking the lawn but it would take 5-6 hours. So I invested in a 42 inch tractor and used it for 13 years until it was hard to get parts to repair. Since I was older and had gain a little weight I bought another self propelled mower. I quickly realized how bad my knees had gotten but tough it out anyway for two years. Now I have a 52 inch zero turn and definitely enjoying the mow again here in north Florida.

  • @grimfeather7969
    @grimfeather7969 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wanted to thank you for all of the videos you put out. I bought my house over two years ago and have been using a rickety hand me down mower to get the job done. The front lawn was completely dead with most of the area being bare ground spots. Watching your videos has helped me get the entire area green again. My entire property area is around 17000sqft and this video highlighted the problem I was having. Having to push around that old mower over the entire area is exhausting and takes forever. Watching your last review between the Honda HRX and new Toro 2020 Super Recycler finally convinced me to stop doing it the hard way. Having the larger size lawn, I was also looking at the riding lawnmowers, but I have way too many trees and obstacles on the property and a ton of dense grass that was bogging down my current mower and stalling it out. Thanks to you, I decided to pull the trigger on the Toro Super Recycler 21387 with the 190cc engine and Smartstow capabilities. It arrived yesterday and I cant wait to break it out for the time. It is an investment that I probably should have picked up way earlier than this, but I think using the old mower will make me appreciate the upgrade that much more. Once again, thanks for all the courses on TH-cam University, they have been invaluable to me. Keep up the awesome content.

  • @BrandonBakaERN
    @BrandonBakaERN 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Let me be the first to say I don't like doing yard work but this guy has made a video about something I don't like to do but now want to do it!😂

    • @SW-di5ky
      @SW-di5ky 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      YUP

  • @YouAreMySenpie
    @YouAreMySenpie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This guy just goes to show how when you add love to any subject, it’s enjoyable and fulfilling. Did not expect to love this video!!💚

  • @CaseyReed
    @CaseyReed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just here to say that I found you 4 years ago when I moved from the city into a suburban home with a WRECKED lawn. I didn't even know about mowing let alone weed control, etc. My wife and I followed all of your instructions and now, not a day goes by someone doesn't say "Wow! You have the best lawn in the neighborhood. How do you do it?!" My response is, "You Tube. The Lawn Care Nut." Then I write your channel on a post-it note for them :) So, THANK YOU...even though for the rest of my life I'll never be able to just enjoy a brisk walk without looking at everyone else's weeds. :)

  • @hi.courtneyedwards
    @hi.courtneyedwards 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You just helped me understand so much about purchasing a lawnmower. I still don’t know how to mow the lawn but I know how to buy a mower and that’s the job that’s most important to me right now. Thank you.

  • @GtaGuruYT
    @GtaGuruYT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great video, refreshing to see someone passionate about something I find a chore. I’ll follow your wise advice and am sure will have much less headaches ahead 👍, also despite your clear experience, you’ve explained at a level majority can understand which is greatly appreciated.

  • @ElainesDomain
    @ElainesDomain 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I moved to a house that has around 70,000 sq ft of front lawn. We ended up getting the Cub 50'' deck tractor. Scratched the zero turn because of the need to use a trailer and other things. It easily climbs more than factory recommendations which is needed here. It still takes me a while to cut the grass/weeds. I saw your Simplicity rider and would prefer that but not for the cost. At the old house I used a 1974 McLane front throw. Loved that mower. Good luck to those looking at new mowers. We're fortunate to have LCN to help us. Thank you nerdy guy

  • @thebrightshift201
    @thebrightshift201 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You literally covered almost everything that one takes into consideration when actually doing lawns as a profession! Haha! Great vidio

  • @TheSodFather09
    @TheSodFather09 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the green screen with you talking and the video in the background, gives that old school crown point feel with a newer style . Great video brother !

  • @sirtubemaster
    @sirtubemaster 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    After 3-years this is all still relevant! I was so stressed out about choosing a mower, this video was the answer!

  • @quisp1492
    @quisp1492 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just bought a house and have been turning to your videos for lawn care advice. Thank you so much for putting these up! Also, I love the background music you use in your videos.

  • @MichaelRei99
    @MichaelRei99 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video Allyn! If I was in need of a lawn mower I’d have plenty of info to make my decision. I’ve owned my Honda HRX217 top of the line mower for over 15 years. I didn’t take good care of it when I first had it but the last several years I baby it. I even upgraded the folding handle clips. It’s running as great as the day I bought it and I foresee having it for quite a bit longer. So even though I paid over $800 for it I consider it money well spent! Thanks for all of the great content you keep churning out!!

  • @zman221
    @zman221 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey Allyn- I just bought a greenworks 25inch duel blade self propelled electric mower that takes 2 60v batteries. An industry 1st. I really love it and it makes me look forward to my mow every week 😁👍

  • @chefkevincrittendon3525
    @chefkevincrittendon3525 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Dude, You do an impressive job of informing us, Thanks!

  • @ericweatherall9028
    @ericweatherall9028 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve watched 2:05 min of your video... and you might be the best TH-camd on the planet. You get directly to the point and there’s no bull shit. I love it.

  • @tkendr01
    @tkendr01 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the 75 minute number. North Texas 1 acre was using JD LA105 42" and it was taking 2 hours which was a bummer. Tonight I mowed with the JD X570 54" (deck extends beyond the wheels) in 50 minutes. Just push the pedal all the way down and only let off for the turns. Yes, it's a beast of a mower. No clumping.

  • @Rick_Schott
    @Rick_Schott 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    About 19,500 sq ft of lawn here (finally measured it today after being here a year... my bad). Love my Timemaster for this but you’re spot-on, most would be happier with a ZTR for a patch this size. In our neighborhood there are equal parts lawn tractors, ZTRs, lawn service customers, and then there’s me.

  • @JohnSmith-dj5gf
    @JohnSmith-dj5gf 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I mow a quarter acre with a JD X590. I’m done so fast I started mowing the widows lawn next door for free. Also pull a dump cart, a lawn aerator, and plow snow with it.

  • @DK85
    @DK85 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    To iterate what I said on your video on the 52" Simplicity - and I can't stress this enough - if you ever mow any inside curves, a ride-on mower that has a deck only as wide as the mower itself is a huge pain. I have the 38" Simplicity and love everything about it except that the left side of the deck doesn't extend beyond the tires so I can't cut-in without the left front tire going into a flower bed and crushing the edging. So I have to hit it with the trimmer later or change my edging radii to match the mower's capabilities. Either way, I made work for myself and I hate that. Probably being the first person ever to use "radii" in a sentence on a lawn care channel helps me cope. 🤣🤣

  • @Alex.AL_26
    @Alex.AL_26 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My lawn is about 50,000 square feet and my first mower was a 50 inch toro time cutter, it was a good mower but I wanted to upgrade, so after a few years I decided to purchase a commercial zero turn, an Exmark Lazer Z with a 60 inch deck. It was quite a bit more expensive than a residential unit but it is fantastic. Everything is built heavy duty and feels solid, the cut quality and striping is better than most residential mowers and it is quite fast as well. It you have over an acre to mow, want a heavy duty mower with excellent cut quality, and don't mind spending upwards of $10K then you will definitely enjoy the mow with a commercial mower.

  • @CardsharkMr
    @CardsharkMr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Allen, I just want to say a big Thank You for all the info that You share with Us across the country. I have followed You for 5-6 years and Your videos are so nice and insanely helpful.
    You really do now You stuff and for You to take the time to share and help other across the country is just wonderful. I hope that I get a chance to meet You one day and say thank You in person but until then THANK YOU.

    • @Thelawncarenut
      @Thelawncarenut  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      awesome thanks bro! I plan to do some meetups in the coming months when things lighten up too. 🤘

  • @Thelawncarenut
    @Thelawncarenut  4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Here is the MoJack for Zero Turns and Tractors:
    amzn.to/3vPRby8

    • @mattjones1792
      @mattjones1792 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Lawn Care Nut get a exmark quest 42inch over a toro

    • @mattjones1792
      @mattjones1792 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Lawn Care Nut get a exmark 30 inch walk behind

    • @Qwazier3
      @Qwazier3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use a flash light taped fast to the lawn mower or a head lamp on my head to mow after dark or to weed or to hang up wash. Recognized the Freedom Factory footage right away. Your so lucky to be that close. Does Leroy do burnouts on your street? Coolest Vette ever in my humble opinion.

    • @darrinmayne4110
      @darrinmayne4110 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wish we had your prices for mowers here in Australia 🙃

    • @jjn38d
      @jjn38d 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice review for choosing type of mower equipment. Adding the personal like for mowing/ spending time on the lawn is something people don’t really think about sometimes and end up hating the mower.

  • @darinking1343
    @darinking1343 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video Allyn, you covered a lot of topics with great information. I've owned cheap $100 mowers, mowers with big rear wheels that cost $200, a John Deere lawn tractor and now, at our new home, I have a TimeMaster. I like you, have just over 10,000 sqft, and I don't mention the 2,000 sqft footprint. So the TimeMaster was just barely on the edge of overkill, and I had already sold my JD as I need the exercise. So for three reasons, the exercise, the quality of the mower, and recommendations from you, Ryan, and a few others, I went the TimeMaster. Thanks for all the videos you do and for how much you've helped me over the past 3 years since I've "found" you!

  • @b1gdave514
    @b1gdave514 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Alan, just received my next products today..man awesome fast shipping..gave you a shout out in my video i posted today..love the content you provide..also i just pulled my 21 honda out today..hadn't used it in probably a good 7 years..ran it empty before storing..fired right up..put new blades on and cut my side yard as a test..

  • @patkane5018
    @patkane5018 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Old Lawn Boy guy here. 40 years old and starts on first pull for first mow of the year. They never die! Great stuff LCN!

  • @chrisk7854
    @chrisk7854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this! Also love your choice of background music - kinda cool 80s style.

  • @icawn
    @icawn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a rider for 1 acre. Soft areas from septic laterals are terrible. Rider weight causes tire impressions and mud tracks. Once in a while i get stuck. I thought about getting a walk behind so the yard doesn't get destroyed in soft areas. No one on youtube appears to have to deal with this lol.

  • @leocorfield
    @leocorfield ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love Toro and John Deere, lawn mowers is basically my life I love cutting grass.

  • @sophiahegmann8387
    @sophiahegmann8387 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! First time mower here after living in the desert. I appreciate all the advice!

  • @hjboots
    @hjboots 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought a John Deere E130 and love it. I love sitting back and relaxing while also taken in some sun when ever that happens ( SW Missouri BRRR ). Its my 2nd one i have owned and at 71 years of age i deserve to relax at my mow and i hope you do to. Mow on and drink responsively, Cause the beer you spill wont be mine.

  • @johnschmid2316
    @johnschmid2316 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I bought my house when I was 25. Large yard. Young and stupid I thought I didn’t need self propel . 15 years later same mower and pushing 40. I need a self propel.

    • @Thelawncarenut
      @Thelawncarenut  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It may be time for that upgrade lol

    • @MichaelRei99
      @MichaelRei99 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      john Schmid do it!!!

    • @rustyb78
      @rustyb78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same. Still pushing a 2005 model Murray. I’m about to upgrade.

    • @jakestoe
      @jakestoe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I did the same thing. Had my old push mower for 18 years. (I'm now 48) I Still have it but just upgraded to the Toro Super Recycler. My first ever self propelled mower..took a few mows to get used to it but I am liking it.

    • @chevyvega6622
      @chevyvega6622 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      and we all wonder where in freak has the time gone!!!!

  • @MrPrediluted
    @MrPrediluted 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    75 minutes would be a dream! I have about 18,000 square feet of lawn, and had been doing it with a Honda 21" walk behind. That took 1 hr 45 min, then edging took another hour. Just purchased a 48" ride on, and working on redoing a number of edges to help reduce the amount of edging I need to do. I enjoy the work to am extent, but 3 hours every weekend is draining and means it doesn't always get done.

  • @tiger5551
    @tiger5551 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a lawnboy from 1973. I haven’t had to get a new mower ever since it was built in 1973. Liked I so much I bought 8 more

  • @tomr9509
    @tomr9509 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The best mower I have is a 2005 John Deere JS63C. It's a what you would call a zero turn walk behind. Very easy to move around obstacles and your also able to lock the front casters to mow straight. Why others never really followed this concept I'll never know. Cub Cadet has something similar but it's not built as well, just goes to show 15 years and still going strong.

  • @joelongrid7625
    @joelongrid7625 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love my John Deere GT235 even though it is a bit big for my city lot, I used to have country acreage that took about two hours to mow. Great shot of some Freedom Factory mowing!

  • @joeking6309
    @joeking6309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had been buying the cheapest mower for years, and finally invested in a Toro Recycler, quite a difference in the quality of the mow.

  • @aeromedical6750
    @aeromedical6750 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Up to 1/3 acre can easily be handled with a push mower. On top of that, it’s good exercise. I actually enjoy mowing my lawn when I have the grass in good shape. I put on my noise cancelling headphones and find a good classic rock station. This was my Saturday morning routine up until I sold my house last September.

    • @yu2fr
      @yu2fr ปีที่แล้ว

      I just moved to a 1/3 acre and bought a 22inch. Haven’t used it yet and have been debating returning for a 30. But I think I’m going to stick with the 22. I don’t mind a few more minutes and the exercise. Don’t have much trimming at all either.

  • @MikoMoJo
    @MikoMoJo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video is right on time. Looking for a reasonable mower my teen sons can handle. Something easy so I don’t have to hear complaining 😊.

    • @Thelawncarenut
      @Thelawncarenut  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Excellent! If they enjoy it they will do it more!

  • @TheGreenerLawn
    @TheGreenerLawn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Way to break it all down Al! Nice and comprehensive as always! Love all the retro footage Al! Good ol’ green screen 😁

  • @Kingswood7189
    @Kingswood7189 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm happy with my toro smartstow fwd. Makes for a clean cut and when I'm done, store it upright. It saves a lot of space in my shed. :)

  • @michaelprice7005
    @michaelprice7005 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just got a 30" Cub Cadet rear-engine rider because I want to cut more often and enjoy it. I still have to use a 22" Murray push mower I've had for 17 years for the areas the larger mower can't fit into. My goal is 3 mows a week. I mowed yesterday in central Massachusetts and today it's snowing.

  • @jamesgray5560
    @jamesgray5560 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is pretty sad whenever you pop up on my phone I stop everything to watch your videos. I've learned a lot from you and about my Saint Aug thanks!

  • @Sagittarius-88
    @Sagittarius-88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to own a front wheel drive lawn mower. It was a cheapie, but it was front wheel drive. Once it died, I went shopping for something of better quality. I specifically told the sales guy I wanted a front wheel drive because of the hills I have to deal with. Like an idiot, I listened to this clown when he told me "a rear wheel drive will be much better on hills". It's been years of regret ever since. 2 lessons to be learned here. One, it's worth the extra money to buy good lawn equipment the first time. Two, don't ever let a salesperson talk you out of what works for you.

  • @eb6195
    @eb6195 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your info is "spot on" as they say nowhere around here. I've had a kid lawn mowing business and then had 3 daughters that wouldn't mow lawns. So I have been mowing lawns since I was about 10 (and I am no longer a young man!). I've always liked Toro mowers, but have found you can get a lot for your money with a Craftsman (Sears), they still around? I'd like to see a video on mowing fields & weeds. There are a lot of differences like cleaning the air filter, techniques like raising the deck to avoid engine cut out, no bagging, wearing something over your mouth and nose to keep dust out, rocks ... Lots of opportunity for some nuanced content. Love what you do! 😁

  • @edce7190
    @edce7190 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking forward to the reel mowers video. I just bought one two weeks ago, old school Great States 18", but blades measure 17.5". Some plusses and some minuses, but superior grass blade cut. Now part of my every other day PT program.

  • @oliviagreen8853
    @oliviagreen8853 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have an old fashion push reel mower. Just blades and a handle bar. Works really well 😊

  • @leek2serious
    @leek2serious 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Listen to a man that loves what he do! Thanks for the insight video!

  • @ddzado
    @ddzado 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I watched this video and decided to #enjoythemow. My 5yr old mower bit the dust and I bought a new one today. Glad I knew more about what I was looking for #becauseofyou.

  • @jakestoe
    @jakestoe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bought the Toro Super Recycler (blacked out version) a few weeks ago. I'm enjoying every mow so far!!

  • @AlBeebe
    @AlBeebe 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hane your landscaping is something special. Such a beautiful property

  • @turboflush
    @turboflush 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Front propelled is nice because you can momentarily disconnect the propulsion without trying to throttle the handle.

    • @jarroddraper5140
      @jarroddraper5140 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I got a all wheel drive one its different for sher and the other mower i use often its all hills and some one before i got thare broke it so its a 6 mile up hill battle if your out of shape. If i warn some one i call it a lead slug

    • @jarroddraper5140
      @jarroddraper5140 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Woops its a rwd toro

  • @dannybirai
    @dannybirai 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    amazing video. What dedication to your craft. I'd love to see a picture of your lawn...it must be IMMACULATE!

  • @traviscade3186
    @traviscade3186 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    First off I'm new to the DIY lawn care. Bought new home in December. Lawn is about 13.5k to 14k. Bought the 30' timemaster because of your reviews. Used it about six times and love it. Just wanted to say thank you for your videos and helpful tips on youtube and your cool season ebook.

    • @MichaelRei99
      @MichaelRei99 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Allyn is the man when it comes to lawn care!!

    • @carlindurfee7566
      @carlindurfee7566 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jeremynguyen2346 when it looks tall

  • @stevenbuth8530
    @stevenbuth8530 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love how Allyn always peppers in "these are not hard rules, just my opinion"
    My guy, what do you think I watch the videos to hear!

  • @d_dizzie_druck5753
    @d_dizzie_druck5753 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great timing for this video because I NEED to upgrade to a motorized mower, after getting more customers this spring.

  • @RockyX13
    @RockyX13 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video! I have about 2.5 acres of actual lawn and another 3.5 of "I don't care" grass/weeds. I bought a John Deere E180 from Lowe's. BIG mistake! I hated mowing the lawn after the first few cuts, that mower was so uncomfortable and the lawn was beating it to death. I went to an actual JD dealer to trade it in while it was still in good shape (55hrs, not all mowing) I was going to get an X350, then the salesman showed me the X400 line. I upsold myself on an X590 though... Then I changed my mind again, I now have a JD X758 with a 60" deck, power steering, 4wd, diff lock, 3cyl diesel engine, suspension seat and a bunch of other stuff. The only thing that takes away from the sting of the price is mowing, or just being on this machine.

  • @jeffjones990
    @jeffjones990 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I switched to a reel mower for my 5K square foot Zoysia yard last year. For me mowing with a reel mower is a different mind set and mowing is much more enjoyable. Last year I would alternate between the reel and my Snapper mower at around 2 inches. This year I'm cutting at 1/2 an inch with the reel. I really love the look of the lawn although it does show off any unevenness so I will be leveling soon. Once I do I anticipate the yard being gorgeous. I'm looking forward to Allyn's evaluation of reel mowers he said should be coming soon.

  • @FreedomRock44
    @FreedomRock44 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for your Mower advice as well.

  • @Mikebike68
    @Mikebike68 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really dig having my zero turn 42” for my 10000sq ft yard. I’m glad to see you have one now! Perfect size mower for a lawn that size... Saves a ton of time. Can double cut without taking 3+ hours now. 3rd season with the Hustler Raptor Kawasaki 21.5HP commercial grade motor. Super stout great motor but I do wish it had more anti-scalp rollers and or a floating deck which are my only regrets with it but didn’t want to shell out for an Exmark or Wright. (Double the price...) upgraded blades this season went with high lift and it improved cut quality. Look at Oregon blades- thicker with longer cutting surface. Looking at gator blades for the fall when I reinstall my chute blocker to mulch.

    • @RedHaloManiac95
      @RedHaloManiac95 ปีที่แล้ว

      I read 1000sf yard 😂 I thought you just turned it on and off and we’re done

  • @Brettsgrasscapades
    @Brettsgrasscapades 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info al! I love my reel mowers but there is just something about a leisurely mow on the 42" JD tractor that's enjoyable from time to time.

  • @craigwavra3495
    @craigwavra3495 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got my first mow in today up here in MN and thought of you and Millennial Farmer - we start outlining the lawn and thought of him doing end rows. Hey - maybe we are all farmers?!?!

  • @RandyLott
    @RandyLott 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm over here dreading mowing my 1.5 acre lawn with my AWD walk behind. Time to upgrade! It takes about 4 hours.

  • @jeffwallace8437
    @jeffwallace8437 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    When you had the zero turn and you passed in front of the camera and blew the St Augustine grass clippings towards it, I could smell the grass, because I've been mowing lawns over 20 years. That tall wet green St Augustine smells soooo good.

  • @granthayden4560
    @granthayden4560 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Love the MN Farmer hat!

  • @donb1183
    @donb1183 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Small engine makers switched from using horsepower to using torque as a measure of engine strength. "cc" is a measure of engine size and is generally proportionate to engine power but torque is the power unit now used. All of your big box push mowers had a torque measurement on them.

  • @Tupelo777
    @Tupelo777 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Especially liked seeing you training Connor on reel mowers(1:00). And, I don't know how to describe it, but the 8:30 mark was priceless. Thanks for that. I may just have to replace my Toro Recycler. It's turning 10 in July.

  • @RYFABGarage
    @RYFABGarage 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love how you're involved with the freedom factory!

  • @gscribs03
    @gscribs03 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was quite helpful. Thanks for the useful information.

  • @williamjohnson9727
    @williamjohnson9727 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love my Honda push mower. I call it old faithful. Starts on the first pull every time.

  • @talkswithalex2006
    @talkswithalex2006 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video ! I use to run regular toros like the ones in the videos but now I run 21" commercial toro with the Kawasaki engine and let me tell you it's reliable ! I use it commercially and residential. Paid 1200$ which is kinda pricy but the quality isn't cheap

  • @jeffbandy7065
    @jeffbandy7065 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a fantastic video! THANK YOU!

  • @Skia24
    @Skia24 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job. Very entertaining and informative

  • @iwayned
    @iwayned 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Allan like the information and detail on mowers.

  • @matthewwindisch9449
    @matthewwindisch9449 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought a JD X350, love it... A zero turn couldn’t handle the large hill in my front yard..

  • @Neighborly_Content
    @Neighborly_Content 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love my tractor. I may have to do a little more to turn but with a dump cart, that her, core aerator, spike aerator/overseeder to tow its been well worth it. Next time I’ll probably go zero with a hitch to keep my implements in play.

  • @fb1781
    @fb1781 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    After 10 years of service I retired my Recycler (still runs just wanted something new) and joined the Timemaster family. I love this mower! Only complaint is it burns through fuel. Can't double cut my 8K lawn without refueling.

    • @Thelawncarenut
      @Thelawncarenut  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have heard that before too - it' definitely heavy and requires some gas to keep it moving!

  • @lawn2learn
    @lawn2learn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If I’m being honest, When you act like they are spying on you is my favorite skits. Please bring those back. 🤪 content is on fire sir 🔥

  • @LlyleHunter
    @LlyleHunter 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can’t wait until there are battery powered robotic reel mowers available. I plan to have my breakfast and coffee on my back porch every morning during retirement, press the remote control and watch the yard be mowed while eating and sipping a mimosa and when it’s completed I’ll press the other remote and start the rotary sprinkler system spray which sprays like a vertical Bellagio and jump in the pool.
    That’s the plan.

  • @gangstarib
    @gangstarib 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lived in FL my whole life and I've always hated the ol' St aggg. You sure have changed my mind on it, I've just never seen it properly taken care of.

  • @juiceboxxtm9848
    @juiceboxxtm9848 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    “Enjoy the mow”. Challenge accepted. Bought a zero turn. Best advice you will get on this channel.

    • @Thelawncarenut
      @Thelawncarenut  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      hoorah!! enjoy that smooth ride and superior cut!

    • @Mikebike68
      @Mikebike68 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What did you get? I’m glad I have my zero turn especially because of the slope I live on. Sometimes I wish just 1 or 2 different things were different about it but it’s solid and has a Kawasaki. Couldn’t afford an Exmark.

    • @juiceboxxtm9848
      @juiceboxxtm9848 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mikebike68 cub cadet ZT2 50.

    • @jarroddraper5140
      @jarroddraper5140 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      At work this is t a smaller school we have a grasshopper 0 turn 2 John deer garden Tractors one in each town we use them on the Buffalo grass on the hills around. We also use one for a snow plow. The last mower a bigger John Deere that doesn’t like to go straight, it has the nick name of curvy. We also have to push mow around the grade school its all a big hill and we got a self propelled mower that didn’t work (it kinda Does now) so that was a good Abs work out. Its about a 6 mile walk to mow it all. But ya my first year all i got done was mow the buffalo grass for 3 days then Wednesday mow grade school hill weed eat what i couldn’t hit and it would be time to go do the other towns school for a day. Then repeat it was kinda wet that year. I like the lawn tractors the best i dont have the straitest lines on the others.

  • @entrepreneurdaltonmiles1539
    @entrepreneurdaltonmiles1539 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome Video !

  • @jeffreybryson
    @jeffreybryson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I tried using just one mower for 25k sq ft lawn... Husqvarna 21hp/46" deck but it wasn't enough for the 1/2 acre back yard with a hill and "too much" for the front and sides since it was leaving marks around trees and tearing up spots having to turn around a lot. I picked up a Honda push mower to do the front and around
    the house. Sold the Husqvarna for a barely used Craftsman Pro Series 26hp/54" deck for the back. Front looks amazing now, especially with DIY striper. Neighbors all jealous. Back, ugh, beat up by the big mower. So it's possible to have "too much" mower.

  • @chevyvega6622
    @chevyvega6622 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    really enjoy your content on the channel, have not liked watching something this much since the A-team, well maybe tubbs n crockett. I use a john deere quiktrak being the same as a wright mower with a parts counter close by. Your vids have givin me some information on various push mowers. The ybravo is another brand im pulling consultations on. Thank you for the channel n time.......got to run another episode of matt houston is on....

  • @howtotruckdriver101
    @howtotruckdriver101 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My lawnmower is 21 years old thinking about buying a new one. Great Video.

  • @jackslawncaredanielewing2164
    @jackslawncaredanielewing2164 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice, good information thanks for the info you put out.

  • @ericbrandon6504
    @ericbrandon6504 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video!

  • @sciphan.
    @sciphan. 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you got a mower jack! Saves a ton of time!

  • @saliston
    @saliston 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another awesome informative video

  • @mudwiser1391
    @mudwiser1391 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A nice selection of lawn mowers Allyn, I only have two, but I keep them both clean and shiney... Guitars are my weakness, I have 13.

  • @StrikitRich
    @StrikitRich 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had my 190cc Timemaster for about 4 years. Never going back to a 21"-22" deck. Almost always bag to keep the weeds from spreading. Noticed the Mowers, Inc. sticker on the Super Recycler. Good people.

    • @Thelawncarenut
      @Thelawncarenut  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh yeah, i love those guys - buy alot of stuff from them.

    • @StrikitRich
      @StrikitRich 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Thelawncarenut Just wish they were open on the weekend.

  • @craigwavra3495
    @craigwavra3495 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Once my Superrecycler dies I am looking at the Timemaster. Loved that unit ever since you first got it.

  • @rickwithturftyme7264
    @rickwithturftyme7264 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You really should do one on commercial mowers. I bought a used Encore 32" for half the price of a TimeMaster and could never see myself going back to a residential lawnmower. Cut quality is amazing for just the RPM factor. Yes you probably have to do some searching but I am so happy with my mower for residential purposes.

  • @mateo85tx
    @mateo85tx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If I remember right there was a lawsuit on Briggs for claiming a certain amount of HP. From my understanding HP and torque will both change on a lawnmower based on raising and lowering RPM so none of them are exact because of difference in RPM. When I worked at a local lawnmower retailer we would check and adjust RPM on all new mowers that we assembled to whatever spec that particular manufacturer recommended. So now they just put the CC and don’t claim any specific amount of HP.

  • @taylortschantz8280
    @taylortschantz8280 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very informative and a well put together video. Thank you for the information!

    • @Thelawncarenut
      @Thelawncarenut  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @lilbop5535
    @lilbop5535 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video, thanks for good information

  • @AK4TF
    @AK4TF 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't deal well with the heat here during the summer in NW Louisiana, so mowing becomes a chore. The last year or two was with a Husqvarna 22" AWD mower. Plenty of power, but still a bit to handle. Wanted a wider cut, like the 33" CC800 from Cub Cadet. Ended up getting an Ariens Edge 34" ZTR. Should be showing up this weekend and looking forward to mowing 2-3 times a week with it, even on my smaller lawn.

  • @-DexterMorgan-
    @-DexterMorgan- 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    To change blades/ clean under the deck with a zero turn you can skip the jack and just pull the front wheels onto a higher surface, wedged blocks, trailer gate, or a hill to change the blades. chock the rear wheels and raise the deck all the way up 👍🏻