Cruising at 170, kicking up leaves
October 29, 2007
I like a clever reinvention of the rake, but sometimes the best way to upgrade a hand tool is to add a little bit of power.
Husqvarna's new $150 blower has plenty of oomph--you can set the throttle on "cruise control," blasting wind at a steady 170 mph.
Most blowers' handles are slightly offset from the air stream, putting a constant strain on your arm and wrist as you wrestle to keep it blowing straight. Instead, the 125B's handle, throttle, and outlet are all in line, so the 9.4-pounder naturally falls into a comfortable working position and reduces fatigue.
Because if you wanted tired arms, you'd still be using a rake, right?
More:
How to choose and use a leaf blower
And how to get your lawn ready for fall
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