Push Reel Lawn Mower Sales Increasing
The Low-Tech Times previously recommended push reel lawn mowers in its lawnmower buying guide. Now, according to WHSV.com ABC Channel 3, local retailers are reporting an increase in push reel lawn mower sales:
With gas prices on the rise, many people are looking for cheaper ways to save money at the pump, including how they mow the lawn.
Ace Hardware stores, Lowe’s and Home Depot have noticed a change in how people are reacting to higher gas prices. Managers’ at all three stores say sales of Push Reel mowers have steadily increased over the past month.
The Low-Tech Times continues to recommend manual push reel mowers, but keep these factors in mind before deciding one is right to you:
- Push reel lawn mowers are best for small yards (e.g. townhomes).
- Pushing a push reel lawn mower through very tall grass is more difficult; keep up with cutting the grass if you choose one.
- If you want to cut your grass leaving it fairly long (more than three inches), you may not be able to find a push reel model to meet your needs.