I really don't want a self-propelled model. (Reply #31)

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Tue May 7, 2013, 06:35 PM

31. I really don't want a self-propelled model.

I do as much backwards pulling as forward pushing, and self-propelled are just too heavy. My yard is not one of those yards you can just go back and forth on. It is a triangular lot, with a lot of obstacles everywhere. So there is a lot of corners that I have to push and pull in. A pain in the butt to mow.

But I am curious.....I have never heard of a "freewheeling" self-propelled mower. How do you know if it is freewheeling? And does that mean that you do not have the resistance when you pull the mower backwards?

On edit, that does look like a nice mower.....I can't find how much it weighs on the site. Is it heavy?

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36 replies	Author	Time	Post
I need some lawn mower advice. [View all]	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	OP
I've always loved simple reel-type push mowers. Keep the blades sharp and everything oiled.	NYC_SKP	Apr 2013	#1
Maybe the newer ones are way easier than they used to be,	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#2
I always where ear protection when mowing.	NutmegYankee	Apr 2013	#5
I have a neighbor who wears muffs too.	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#8
They are better now, IMHO, and there are self-propelled electrics to be had.	NYC_SKP	Apr 2013	#23
reel mowers	RILib	Apr 2013	#22
Well, I have a partially disabled arm	ConcernedCanuk	Apr 2013	#25
Thank You, NYC_SKP!	bvar22	May 2013	#35
You made my day. I've done my work. Now.....	NYC_SKP	May 2013	#36
Ever consider a cordless electric?	ConcernedCanuk	Apr 2013	#3
Interesting you should mention that.	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#6
First of all, the cordless is lighter than a gas mower.	ConcernedCanuk	Apr 2013	#10
Good advice.	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#11
I think that I have decided on a cordless electric.	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#24
I have one something like this. It was advertised back then as an 'Easy Start'.	sinkingfeeling	Apr 2013	#4
I did see that one while doing a search.	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#7
I like the older models, sometimes with other jobs, sometimes not. Self-propelled, but	jtuck004	Apr 2013	#9
LOL, I prefer the newer models myself.	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#12
The other two solutions I found were to start growing garlic, which takes up space nearly year-round	jtuck004	Apr 2013	#13
Well, I have expanded garden beds as much as I can.	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#14
One other thought...string trimmer mowers	jtuck004	Apr 2013	#15
I am intrigued, but	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#16
Electric cordless - almost no maintenance, no stink	ConcernedCanuk	Apr 2013	#17
Day-um. Those are pricey. I wouldn't have expected that.	jtuck004	Apr 2013	#18
I did see one of these in Sears today.	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#19
I bought myself a cordless battery powered Black and Decker	NCarolinawoman	Apr 2013	#20
Thanks. This is the one mower I am still looking to find	Curmudgeoness	Apr 2013	#21
Oh - check this out - SOLAR lawnmowers!	ConcernedCanuk	Apr 2013	#26
Very cool.	Curmudgeoness	May 2013	#27
Looking at you OP - Is this the best group to ask????	ConcernedCanuk	May 2013	#28
Good point.	Curmudgeoness	May 2013	#29
Solaris self-powered	Kolesar	May 2013	#30
I really don't want a self-propelled model.	Curmudgeoness	May 2013	#31
"Freewheeling" like the rear hub of a bicycle	Kolesar	May 2013	#32
LOL, you sound like me....	Curmudgeoness	May 2013	#33
A Snapper "rear engine rider" is a great product	Kolesar	May 2013	#34

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