Ryan I sent you an email about reel mowers, you responded quickly, and then you do this video! You truly care about giving people good real advice! I appreciate it!
When i was young and my mom told me to call grandma and borrow her mower, she dropped one of those reel mowers off and i hated it. Now i wish i had it.
Seeming like this is becoming one of the most popular manual reel mowers out there. I’m seeing it all over the place. Nice overview, thanks! We are in the market for on for left tool.
I went with the fiskars staysharp max, just on my front side strip I experienced a slightly amount of waving. But in the rest of the 5500 I cut with, the lawn looks incredible! The fiskars is very nice, sadly they have yet to come out a version with 7+ blades.
I have the Greenworks and I love it. We have some tight problem hillsides on our property, and the little reel mower is perfect for it. PROVIDING you don't wait until the grass is up to your knee...
Hey ryan washer boarding "riffeling" happens if you are travelling to fast . I work as a green keeper here in Ireland and when cutting fairways if we travel to fast the riffellling happens.so we usually adjust the accelerator to travel slower.and that usually resolves the issue.love this channel and your videos.
But the manual reel blades are driven by the wheels so the speed of the blades are attached to the speed of the wheels. Slowing down your walking pace will slow down the blades so how does that help? I'm curious.
I have a use 18" 5 blade that's a similar design with the height adjustment. This may sound silly, but to make the changes I just set the mower on it's side, sitting on a wheel, to make the adjustment. I only do one side at a time, and it's a lot easier.
I have used a b&q £20 on sale reel mower for 6 years and it’s fantastic. I find it’s less stress to push mow for 20 mins than it is wrestling the petrol mower out of the shed then find you have no fule. Thanks Ryan
The American Lawn Mower style manual reel mowers are listed under numerous brands such as Craftsman, Earthwise, Greenworks, Lee Valley, Pro Mow (Residential Series), McCulloch, Scotts Classic, Task Force, and TruCut. The issue with that style of mower isn't so much the number of blades as it is the fact the reel and bed knife are not precision ground. Looking at the blades, you will most likely see heavy hash marks on the reel. You CAN take it to a shop and have them sharpen it better-than-new, but for what you're gonna spend, you would be much better off with a higher quality mower to start with. The Mascot style, AKA Silent Cut or Pro Mow (Gold Series) produces a much finer cut because the reel and bed knife are precision ground with a high sheen, as in, no hash marks and is far easier to adjust the mowing height. You can possibly make the Pro Mow Gold series work as a push mower and opt for the 8 blade option but it is rather pricey. Not to mention the fact, the Mascot style mower has a touchless style cutting blade making it far easier in tall grass than the American Lawn Mower contact style blade.
@@ellenorbjornsdottir1166 "...I have a scythe and... grind stones..." A scythe and grind stones, sure which is also how rotary mowers are done. With stones or a file. But on a REEL mower, no way, it HAS to be done on a jig or the reel and knife gets ruined.
Thank you for the video. Would love a video for women. Who want to cut there own grass. However may not know all the mechanics of a lawn mower especially a ride own. AND would used or brand new be a good opinion for a beginners. ALSO If a home owner wanted to hire a company or independent contractor to cut the grass what are some great tips to look for and or what kind of questions to ask. More beginner friendly videos plz. For people who know absolutely nothing and have no prior knowledge about lawn care bottom tier mid tier top tier knowledge. 🤷🏾♀️ I know this was a mouth full. But we are here to learn and get some good tips. Thanks again
When I lived in in town, I use to use a reel mower. I have fairly bad allergies and I always felt the reel mower didn't affect them as much. I purchased it new about 20 years ago and just got rid of it when we moved out into the country recently. Having more land is both a curse and a blessing. :D Great Videos BTW!
I got this reel mower today! First time reel mowing…i like the result much better than a gas mower. Today was the first mow of 2024, after a de-thatch. I’m going to switch out the roller to a 16” inch PATIKIL stainless steel conveyer roller, and see if I can get some stripes as well. Thanks Ryan!
I just got the same mower this week too. Glad to know I’m not the only one that found the set up and adjustment more complicated than it needs to be! But it cut through my common Bermuda front yard at half inch fine, and my zoysia back yard closer to .75-1inch good too. Can’t complain with the price! But, my turf still isn’t rigorously growing for the season yet, so I’m interested to see how it does when everything is thicker and filled in.
I actually got the same reel mower from Amazon for my newly seeded front and back yard. I am waiting for the grass catcher to arrive tomorrow. I had the same troubles as you adjusting the height and the screw/roller lol Tested it and it cuts cleanly :)
I've just got my first mower and went for a reel style push. The big difference with mines i guess is it's a 1960's vintage one thats still in perfect mechanical condition. Going to repaint it in the the winter and service it. It's like you say, a bit of a work out but if you keep it short it's not so bad and it's quite gratifying when you finish it.
got this mower early april myself took forever to find this 7 blade since amazon wouldnt ship it to california mowing bentgrass at 1/2 inch and it cuts good but still a little waviness unfortunately, double / triple cut helps
I bought the same mower 2 years ago for my yard. It’s a pain in the butt to adjust but it does give an awesome cut. Especially when the grass is nice and level
I feel like I am Always mowing my lawn. I have an electric mower and just bought a reel mower. I like the feel of the reel mower and it’s so satisfying watching and feeling it slice through the grass with such ease. I already enjoy mowing as it is but it’s even more satisfying with the reel mower. I need to raise the blade height though.
Fascinating to watch the lawn trends. From long cuts 3.5 to 4 inches down to cropped reel mowing at 0.5 inches and now back in the middle with a manual mower. I use an automower (robot) at around 1.5 inches - and I've got used to the flat look without stripes.
I feel like that intro music was super edgy for your calm personality Ryan lol Thought I was in the middle of a action movie rather than a peaceful Ryan Knorr video haha
Sweet man! I just bought this one and did a video on it a few weeks back. Bought it solely for the 7 blades as well, especially since I have bermuda. I'm not all the way out of dormancy yet, so I haven't even gotten to use it. This video will come in handy when I do since you played with the height. I won't have to figure that out myself now haha. Thanks and congrats on 100k!
I have a manual mower and when I see you doing your lawn you make it seem so easy. I get so tired just doing a small portion of my lawn and it doesn't roll with ease like yours tell me what am I'm doing wrong. I got a lot of energy so tell me.
I will never forget, two years ago a neighbor was doing an evening walk. He heard me watching your youtube video, and he stated, “Is that Ryan Knorr?” I said, “yes.” He then watched the remaining video with me. Mr knorr, I think I told you that already but man you are moving up in this community!😎👊☕️
Hey Ryan I’ve noticed if you slow down it works a whole lot better. I have a 22” recycler, best push mower ever, I was mowing a few days ago and just slowed down, I was thinking “ well what if I slow down a little, will it mulch better” and man it looked fantastic. There a guy that watches you and he did the 3 reel comparison, they were walking slow and so that why it came to mind. Update got the sprinklers put in ground, just waiting on the valve and controller, they come tomorrow but I have to work of course, so It will be installed Tuesday for sure.
I just purchased a great states 18 inch and I’m excited to try it out. I’m hoping it makes mowing a lot easier than what it has been for me. I like the exercise but having a bad shoulder and back using my push mower would kick my butt, so I’m hoping after much research on reel mowers this is a solution to my problem. Thank you 😊
I have the same mower and went through a similar journey with it. I didn’t have to take the roller off at any point but adjusting the wheels is a pain to get the half inch. With my Bermuda the cut quality is only good at 1 inch. The half inch is just too much washboard for me. I do love the mower though. I used it daily for an entire season and it still cuts paper with no back lapping. The reel to bed knife adjusting is a little crazy to figure out but I’ve only had to do it once.
I really like the stripes my Jacobsen greens mowers leave but sometimes I really enjoy the look of my cheap greatstates, nice flat solid look. Also did you notice any real difference between the 5 vs 7 blade that’d make it worth upgrading from my 5 blade to the 7?
I have an old 5 blade. A penna lawn ball bearing reel mower. It's all metal. even the wheels are metal. Has screw able hight. Rusty but works. Idk the year it is but it is old and works well even if the blades are dull
I do like push mowing with the manual reel mower, something about not having to fool with gas, engines not running right, noise, etc. It's just you, and your turf, which is rather relaxing. Not so much when the temps are in the high 80's like it is here today. Congrats on 100K subs!
A few years ago Brill was offering a cordless electric version of this type of machine. Scott’s makes a 20” manual push reel mower. If only they made a 20” cordless electric reel mower for $200.00 with a bag it would probably change the culture.
Ryan, was thinking of buying this one soon, I've never reel mowed before so looking forward to it. i have a 4100 sq foot bermuda fairly flat lawn. I'm currently using a self propelled Honda rotary. I do want to go lower on my bermuda , but could you again tell me how to set this reel mower to a 1/2" inch mow height? thanks,
I've been using it for 4 summers now. Very easy to adjust the mowing height, just move the lever. Adjusting the cutting blade is easy too. I've only had to adjust once a season. This year I bought the bag for it. I do have some experience with reel mowers. I worked at a golf course for 4 summers while in college. If you don't want to catch the clippings, they are thrown out in front of the mower to be cut again.
I was actually looking at this mower last night on Amazon. I haven't taken the plunge yet on a reel mower and it looked like it might be a good starter mower. I still have a long way to go on lawn-leveling before I can go for that putting green look (too many maple trees) but I'm hoping to get it smooth enough to go for an inch or inch and a quarter. Thanks for the review. The more info I can get prior to purchase, the better!
Ryan, can you do a detailed how to video on how to backlap/ sharpen the blades on this Earthwise model mower??? I am thinking of getting one, and wanted to see how to correctly do it.
I actually bought the 5 blade today...this is my first reel mower, and I decided to buy it because I've been watching your videos. My front yard is pretty small 15 feet long by 5 feet wide, so the reel mower would be perfect. I enjoyed it, it's so quiet I can actually hear my neighbors talking. I keep my grass at 2 inches because the summers are pretty hot and humid in Toronto. When i put the reel mower together I positioned the roller at 1 inch by mistake. I guess I was overly excited to use it! hahaha I hope don't see any brown spots. But I love the videos and I'm glad there's so many of us that enjoy their grass!!!
I never thought I would go back to a push reel mower but after your video I think I am going to try a 7-blade push reel mower. It looks like you can get the job done quickly. There's no fuss with this setup once you setup the mower the way you like it. I'm all about quick and easy. Thanks for your content.
Thanks Ryan. after researching the best 7-blade push reel mower I bought the same model you demonstrated in this video. I should have it in a week and I'm excited to see how well it cuts my lawn. I need the exercise. Love your channel.
Another awesome video Ryan, thank you. So compared to the Greenworks 5 blade, easy to adjust, rear heavy mower, vs this 7 blade, harder to adjust, front heavy, quieter mower, which one would you pick if you can only have one? Do the 7 blades outway the disadvantages of this mower. By the way I did order the 1 gallon Ryan Box from Simple Lawn Solutions, looking forward to my first application.
I have had a 5 blade version of this identical mower that they sell under different brand names. I actually bought it at Sears around 16 years ago that bears the Craftsman name. You're right that adjusting it is a royal pain and it was because of that that I lost one of the gear parts and now only one wheel spins. It's only because of that that I'm replacing it after 16 years and I was wanting the same thing only 7 blades for the same reason as you did. Helpful video, thanks! I have tried the engine powered reel mowers by the way, you can not beat the convenience of the manual reel mowers if you have a small amount of grass to mow.
Ryan, I recommended this same one to John Perry when he first posted his reel mowing video last year. I have the same one for use in tight areas where my John Deere 220E can't reach. It works extremely well in my bermuda but still shows washboarding when the turf gets dense. I keep my HOC at 0.75" which is only manageable with PGR in Houston. Backlapping the reel and adjusting the bedknife definitely gets old real quick just as you said with height of cut adjustments. I'd love to see a follow up video if you could get your hands on the universal grass catcher for this unit
Congrats on 100k! I’d love to mow with a reel mower but have way too much lawn for that. I’d need a triplex or a fairway mower lol. I have to admit, I spent 5 years as a groundsman for a golf course country club and I miss mowing greens and fairways. Very satisfying.
That silver play button will look real good in that shed... Congrats on all your success and thank you for all the work you pour into your content! Here's to the next 100,000 👏
A good workout on the reel mower. I did thought about buying one. After you excellent workout, I decided against buying one. I like to take my time in mowing my own lawn, and enjoy the leisure in doing so. Oh! The mower I use is a rotary Ryobi 175cc 4 stroke Subaru engine. Not quite the WRX models. Anyway, I enjoy your vids.
Congratulations on 100k that’s an incredible accomplishment proud of you sir! Keep pouring your passion into the content and I will buy you dinner at Manny’s when you hit 1 million 👍
Thanks for the great info and vid. I am looking into a reel mower as my first, just because I worked on small engines in high school and want low maintenance and not keeping up with gas, oil, spark plugs and all that mess. And you're very determined, as I would've just not chosen to cut at half an inch and gone with its lowest setting. 🤣
When I was a young kid and my grandfather was alive he use to have 7 reel mowers in his garage because he use to be a landscaper but didn't drive so he left one at every place or neighborhood he worked at. Those were some great mowers and I wish I kept a few of them.
@@ryanknorrlawncare What I do recall is those mowers all had some real weight to them and sat on the lawn very well unlike your new addition. One was all steel even the wheels with a wooden handle. They don't make them like they use to.
Ryan I sent you an email about reel mowers, you responded quickly, and then you do this video! You truly care about giving people good real advice! I appreciate it!
You mean reel advice
@@Offgridwilderness beat me to it!
@@Offgridwildernessliterally checked the replies to verify that another dad made it here first.
I so love how honest you are about being a visual learner and needing help. I wish more ppl were so honest. I can relate.
When i was young and my mom told me to call grandma and borrow her mower, she dropped one of those reel mowers off and i hated it. Now i wish i had it.
I can honestly say this is the most epic and high quality lawn mower video i have ever seen
I got on the push reel mower kick last year and have never looked back. Love my greenworks. Congrats on 100K subscribers!!
Seeming like this is becoming one of the most popular manual reel mowers out there. I’m seeing it all over the place. Nice overview, thanks! We are in the market for on for left tool.
I went with the fiskars staysharp max, just on my front side strip I experienced a slightly amount of waving. But in the rest of the 5500 I cut with, the lawn looks incredible! The fiskars is very nice, sadly they have yet to come out a version with 7+ blades.
I have the Greenworks and I love it. We have some tight problem hillsides on our property, and the little reel mower is perfect for it. PROVIDING you don't wait until the grass is up to your knee...
Your video's not only help us learn how to properly take care of our lawn, but they are so soothing to watch! Thanks for your content!
Thanks!
Hey ryan washer boarding "riffeling" happens if you are travelling to fast . I work as a green keeper here in Ireland and when cutting fairways if we travel to fast the riffellling happens.so we usually adjust the accelerator to travel slower.and that usually resolves the issue.love this channel and your videos.
Spot on. I was going to suggest Ryan slow down a bit - try cutting at a normal walking pace - but you got in first. 👍
But the manual reel blades are driven by the wheels so the speed of the blades are attached to the speed of the wheels. Slowing down your walking pace will slow down the blades so how does that help? I'm curious.
I have the Great States 18" one, and it's fantastic. Very easy to adjust height.
I have a use 18" 5 blade that's a similar design with the height adjustment. This may sound silly, but to make the changes I just set the mower on it's side, sitting on a wheel, to make the adjustment. I only do one side at a time, and it's a lot easier.
I have used a b&q £20 on sale reel mower for 6 years and it’s fantastic. I find it’s less stress to push mow for 20 mins than it is wrestling the petrol mower out of the shed then find you have no fule. Thanks Ryan
I have that exact one for a back up and it works great. If you double cut you really don’t notice the chatter.
The American Lawn Mower style manual reel mowers are listed under numerous brands such as Craftsman, Earthwise, Greenworks, Lee Valley, Pro Mow (Residential Series), McCulloch, Scotts Classic, Task Force, and TruCut. The issue with that style of mower isn't so much the number of blades as it is the fact the reel and bed knife are not precision ground. Looking at the blades, you will most likely see heavy hash marks on the reel. You CAN take it to a shop and have them sharpen it better-than-new, but for what you're gonna spend, you would be much better off with a higher quality mower to start with. The Mascot style, AKA Silent Cut or Pro Mow (Gold Series) produces a much finer cut because the reel and bed knife are precision ground with a high sheen, as in, no hash marks and is far easier to adjust the mowing height. You can possibly make the Pro Mow Gold series work as a push mower and opt for the 8 blade option but it is rather pricey. Not to mention the fact, the Mascot style mower has a touchless style cutting blade making it far easier in tall grass than the American Lawn Mower contact style blade.
So... the fact that I have a scythe and obviously need the grind stones to grind it down has me winning again?
@@ellenorbjornsdottir1166 "...I have a scythe and... grind stones..."
A scythe and grind stones, sure which is also how rotary mowers are done. With stones or a file. But on a REEL mower, no way, it HAS to be done on a jig or the reel and knife gets ruined.
Thank you for the video. Would love a video for women. Who want to cut there own grass. However may not know all the mechanics of a lawn mower especially a ride own. AND would used or brand new be a good opinion for a beginners. ALSO If a home owner wanted to hire a company or independent contractor to cut the grass what are some great tips to look for and or what kind of questions to ask. More beginner friendly videos plz. For people who know absolutely nothing and have no prior knowledge about lawn care bottom tier mid tier top tier knowledge. 🤷🏾♀️ I know this was a mouth full. But we are here to learn and get some good tips. Thanks again
I just bought five blade for my side and front yard. I’m loving it. I want to mow every day.
After seeing these videos I got a Scott’s Reel Mower and I love it!
Which one do you recommend? Greenworks, Earthwise, other?
Thanks for sharing another new reel mower. How many mowers are you up to now? Which one is your favorite to mow with?
7? I think...haha
The Swardmans are the most fun I've ever had mowing
When I lived in in town, I use to use a reel mower. I have fairly bad allergies and I always felt the reel mower didn't affect them as much. I purchased it new about 20 years ago and just got rid of it when we moved out into the country recently. Having more land is both a curse and a blessing. :D Great Videos BTW!
Congratulations on reaching 100K bro! Next, gold play button!!! 👊
You'll be there before me!
love the love in the youtube lawn community you guys bring so much value
I got this reel mower today!
First time reel mowing…i like the result much better than a gas mower.
Today was the first mow of 2024, after a de-thatch.
I’m going to switch out the roller to a 16” inch PATIKIL stainless steel conveyer roller, and see if I can get some stripes as well.
Thanks Ryan!
I'm still impressed with the editing. Another awesome video. Im looking forward to your season long videos buddy.
I just got the same mower this week too. Glad to know I’m not the only one that found the set up and adjustment more complicated than it needs to be! But it cut through my common Bermuda front yard at half inch fine, and my zoysia back yard closer to .75-1inch good too. Can’t complain with the price! But, my turf still isn’t rigorously growing for the season yet, so I’m interested to see how it does when everything is thicker and filled in.
I just bought a Sun Joe 16" reel mower and absolutely love it!
Congratulations on 100k my friend!! It was fun watching you take that apart and put it back together. Rock on Manual Mower!!!
Thanks 👍
That what we used when I was a little kid. Many, many, years ago.
Bet you have great memories....also used that in the 70’s when I was a kid....going to get one because they worked great and for the memories
I actually got the same reel mower from Amazon for my newly seeded front and back yard. I am waiting for the grass catcher to arrive tomorrow. I had the same troubles as you adjusting the height and the screw/roller lol Tested it and it cuts cleanly :)
I've just got my first mower and went for a reel style push. The big difference with mines i guess is it's a 1960's vintage one thats still in perfect mechanical condition. Going to repaint it in the the winter and service it. It's like you say, a bit of a work out but if you keep it short it's not so bad and it's quite gratifying when you finish it.
Those old ones work great. For my grass the newer ones are to light.
Ryan, I follow you from Italy since last year. Your videos are awesome. You inspired me to have a better lawn. Thanks
That is awesome!
Oh man, we are at the peak of first world problem solving with cinematic lawn mower unboxing montages, and 7 blade rifling cuts... Lol :)
got this mower early april myself
took forever to find this 7 blade since amazon wouldnt ship it to california
mowing bentgrass at 1/2 inch and it cuts good but still a little waviness unfortunately, double / triple cut helps
Got a reel mower and it's the best for a small yard. No gas, no messing with wire, no sound, and it keeps me in shape 😎.
I just bought a 20 inch sun joe reel mower today, cant wait to use it. Congrats on 100k subs, well deserved man.
Enjoy it
I bought the same mower 2 years ago for my yard. It’s a pain in the butt to adjust but it does give an awesome cut. Especially when the grass is nice and level
I ordered a Ryobi 18 volt reel mower from Australia. It is amazing. The battery keeps the blades spinning fast.
Thanks for the video, I bought that mower this winter and didn't know that you could adjust the wheels.I thought you just adjusted the roller.
I feel like I am Always mowing my lawn. I have an electric mower and just bought a reel mower. I like the feel of the reel mower and it’s so satisfying watching and feeling it slice through the grass with such ease. I already enjoy mowing as it is but it’s even more satisfying with the reel mower. I need to raise the blade height though.
Fascinating to watch the lawn trends. From long cuts 3.5 to 4 inches down to cropped reel mowing at 0.5 inches and now back in the middle with a manual mower.
I use an automower (robot) at around 1.5 inches - and I've got used to the flat look without stripes.
Ryan that mower is the reel deal....
I am sorry.
Congrats on 100k
I feel like that intro music was super edgy for your calm personality Ryan lol Thought I was in the middle of a action movie rather than a peaceful Ryan Knorr video haha
Sweet man! I just bought this one and did a video on it a few weeks back. Bought it solely for the 7 blades as well, especially since I have bermuda. I'm not all the way out of dormancy yet, so I haven't even gotten to use it. This video will come in handy when I do since you played with the height. I won't have to figure that out myself now haha. Thanks and congrats on 100k!
That 7 blade looks nice!
Cuts great and very smooth
Just absolutely amazing grass you guys have out there.
The production value of these lawn mowing videos is completely unexpected. Bravo
Thanks!
I have a manual mower and when I see you doing your lawn you make it seem so easy. I get so tired just doing a small portion of my lawn and it doesn't roll with ease like yours tell me what am I'm doing wrong. I got a lot of energy so tell me.
I will never forget, two years ago a neighbor was doing an evening walk. He heard me watching your youtube video, and he stated, “Is that Ryan Knorr?” I said, “yes.” He then watched the remaining video with me. Mr knorr, I think I told you that already but man you are moving up in this community!😎👊☕️
:) Great story
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Hey Ryan I’ve noticed if you slow down it works a whole lot better. I have a 22” recycler, best push mower ever, I was mowing a few days ago and just slowed down, I was thinking “ well what if I slow down a little, will it mulch better” and man it looked fantastic. There a guy that watches you and he did the 3 reel comparison, they were walking slow and so that why it came to mind.
Update got the sprinklers put in ground, just waiting on the valve and controller, they come tomorrow but I have to work of course, so It will be installed Tuesday for sure.
I just purchased a great states 18 inch and I’m excited to try it out. I’m hoping it makes mowing a lot easier than what it has been for me. I like the exercise but having a bad shoulder and back using my push mower would kick my butt, so I’m hoping after much research on reel mowers this is a solution to my problem. Thank you 😊
I have the same mower and went through a similar journey with it. I didn’t have to take the roller off at any point but adjusting the wheels is a pain to get the half inch. With my Bermuda the cut quality is only good at 1 inch. The half inch is just too much washboard for me. I do love the mower though. I used it daily for an entire season and it still cuts paper with no back lapping. The reel to bed knife adjusting is a little crazy to figure out but I’ve only had to do it once.
I really like the stripes my Jacobsen greens mowers leave but sometimes I really enjoy the look of my cheap greatstates, nice flat solid look. Also did you notice any real difference between the 5 vs 7 blade that’d make it worth upgrading from my 5 blade to the 7?
I have an old 5 blade. A penna lawn ball bearing reel mower. It's all metal. even the wheels are metal. Has screw able hight. Rusty but works. Idk the year it is but it is old and works well even if the blades are dull
Thanks for this video. I had the same mower on order and is due this Monday.
Enjoy it
Thank you Ryan. I own a similar model and never read the manual. I was disappointed with cut height till this video.
I have one from probably the 1950s in my shed. Never used it, will have to try it.
Might need a sharpening but give it a go
I do like push mowing with the manual reel mower, something about not having to fool with gas, engines not running right, noise, etc. It's just you, and your turf, which is rather relaxing. Not so much when the temps are in the high 80's like it is here today. Congrats on 100K subs!
Thanks!
A few years ago Brill was offering a cordless electric version of this type of machine. Scott’s makes a 20” manual push reel mower. If only they made a 20” cordless electric reel mower for $200.00 with a bag it would probably change the culture.
I have the same model huge improvement from the one I used as a kid in the 70's.
I got a reel mower a few years ago. It's a great workout, and it's nice if I just need to "touch-up" the grass quickly.
I use it as my daily morning work out. :)
Love my fiskars reel mower. May give the one u bought a try for my backyard.
Post review pls
Ryan, was thinking of buying this one soon, I've never reel mowed before so looking forward to it. i have a 4100 sq foot bermuda fairly flat lawn. I'm currently using a self propelled Honda rotary.
I do want to go lower on my bermuda , but could you again tell me how to set this reel mower to a 1/2" inch mow height? thanks,
Congrats on 100K. That's impressive man. Happy for you.
Thanks!
Have you heard anything about the Fiskars Stay Sharp? Just curious.
I've been using it for 4 summers now. Very easy to adjust the mowing height, just move the lever. Adjusting the cutting blade is easy too. I've only had to adjust once a season. This year I bought the bag for it. I do have some experience with reel mowers. I worked at a golf course for 4 summers while in college. If you don't want to catch the clippings, they are thrown out in front of the mower to be cut again.
I was actually looking at this mower last night on Amazon. I haven't taken the plunge yet on a reel mower and it looked like it might be a good starter mower. I still have a long way to go on lawn-leveling before I can go for that putting green look (too many maple trees) but I'm hoping to get it smooth enough to go for an inch or inch and a quarter. Thanks for the review. The more info I can get prior to purchase, the better!
Just got my reel mower a couple days ago.
Ryan, can you do a detailed how to video on how to backlap/ sharpen the blades on this Earthwise model mower???
I am thinking of getting one, and wanted to see how to correctly do it.
I actually bought the 5 blade today...this is my first reel mower, and I decided to buy it because I've been watching your videos. My front yard is pretty small 15 feet long by 5 feet wide, so the reel mower would be perfect. I enjoyed it, it's so quiet I can actually hear my neighbors talking. I keep my grass at 2 inches because the summers are pretty hot and humid in Toronto. When i put the reel mower together I positioned the roller at 1 inch by mistake. I guess I was overly excited to use it! hahaha I hope don't see any brown spots. But I love the videos and I'm glad there's so many of us that enjoy their grass!!!
I don’t know if you can get them in the US but I use something similar to the Webb H12R and that makes a real nice job.
Bought my son a reel mower recently. I don't even want to make him mow the lawn after I played with it. Feels so nice lol
I never thought I would go back to a push reel mower but after your video I think I am going to try a 7-blade push reel mower. It looks like you can get the job done quickly. There's no fuss with this setup once you setup the mower the way you like it. I'm all about quick and easy. Thanks for your content.
Thanks Ryan. after researching the best 7-blade push reel mower I bought the same model you demonstrated in this video. I should have it in a week and I'm excited to see how well it cuts my lawn. I need the exercise. Love your channel.
What do you do with the grass that you cut and left off on the lawn?
Great review on the 7-blade! Can’t wait to try mine out on my recently sand-leveled back yard before I can run my JD greens mower.
Another awesome video Ryan, thank you. So compared to the Greenworks 5 blade, easy to adjust, rear heavy mower, vs this 7 blade, harder to adjust, front heavy, quieter mower, which one would you pick if you can only have one? Do the 7 blades outway the disadvantages of this mower. By the way I did order the 1 gallon Ryan Box from Simple Lawn Solutions, looking forward to my first application.
Hey Ryan, is it better to throw the clipping forward or backwards? Whats your take on it..
Do u have to go over the same spot 2x and what kind of grass is that. Will this work on tall fescue
you got me wanting to buy a reel mower....lol, I use to mow my grandfathers lawn with his old school one.
These new ones are pretty smooth
@@ryanknorrlawncare I remember his being a lot of manual labor.
I found a greenworks 20" reel mower on a yardsale site, got it and had to sharpen and adjust the blades
Can I use a reel mower on a lawn that is slightly hilly? And if so, how do I pick up the clippings afterward?
I have had a 5 blade version of this identical mower that they sell under different brand names. I actually bought it at Sears around 16 years ago that bears the Craftsman name. You're right that adjusting it is a royal pain and it was because of that that I lost one of the gear parts and now only one wheel spins. It's only because of that that I'm replacing it after 16 years and I was wanting the same thing only 7 blades for the same reason as you did. Helpful video, thanks!
I have tried the engine powered reel mowers by the way, you can not beat the convenience of the manual reel mowers if you have a small amount of grass to mow.
Can you change the blades later if needed?
Drove by ur place today during my nephews B-day parade. Yard looks sick. I’m bringing my putter next time. Lol
Dude. You continually up your editing game. The rhythmic cuts matching the music...nice.
Musician's brain :)
Ryan - great video! So what is your favorite, all-time, tried-and-tested reel mower, no matter the cost? Thank you
Ryan, I recommended this same one to John Perry when he first posted his reel mowing video last year. I have the same one for use in tight areas where my John Deere 220E can't reach. It works extremely well in my bermuda but still shows washboarding when the turf gets dense. I keep my HOC at 0.75" which is only manageable with PGR in Houston. Backlapping the reel and adjusting the bedknife definitely gets old real quick just as you said with height of cut adjustments. I'd love to see a follow up video if you could get your hands on the universal grass catcher for this unit
Congrats on 100k! I’d love to mow with a reel mower but have way too much lawn for that. I’d need a triplex or a fairway mower lol. I have to admit, I spent 5 years as a groundsman for a golf course country club and I miss mowing greens and fairways. Very satisfying.
I would volunteer to do that if I had the time
Whats the max cut height? Wondering if I could use this once in a while on my St Augustine grass
That silver play button will look real good in that shed... Congrats on all your success and thank you for all the work you pour into your content! Here's to the next 100,000 👏
Thanks!
Can I cut with this machine my st augustine grass??
A good workout on the reel mower. I did thought about buying one. After you excellent workout, I decided against buying one. I like to take my time in mowing my own lawn, and enjoy the leisure in doing so. Oh! The mower I use is a rotary Ryobi 175cc 4 stroke Subaru engine. Not quite the WRX models. Anyway, I enjoy your vids.
You mentioned putting down some iron on your back yard, what did you apply?
Congratulations on 100k that’s an incredible accomplishment proud of you sir! Keep pouring your passion into the content and I will buy you dinner at Manny’s when you hit 1 million 👍
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Congratulations on 100k Ryan.
I am thinking of getting one for a while now..but haven't decided yet. I support ur idea to have it 100% lol
Looking to lay down some putting turf. The issue I am having is finding a push reel mower that will cut down to 1/4 inch. any suggestions?
Thanks for the great info and vid. I am looking into a reel mower as my first, just because I worked on small engines in high school and want low maintenance and not keeping up with gas, oil, spark plugs and all that mess. And you're very determined, as I would've just not chosen to cut at half an inch and gone with its lowest setting. 🤣
When I was a young kid and my grandfather was alive he use to have 7 reel mowers in his garage because he use to be a landscaper but didn't drive so he left one at every place or neighborhood he worked at. Those were some great mowers and I wish I kept a few of them.
That's an awesome story!
@@ryanknorrlawncare What I do recall is those mowers all had some real weight to them and sat on the lawn very well unlike your new addition. One was all steel even the wheels with a wooden handle. They don't make them like they use to.
Can you use this one to mow the tall grass or uneven lawns?
I have a similar mower and it just freak me out to change the roller height, so I just leave it the same for next time I use it. Nice video btw
I’m looking into getting a reel mower. What is your top recommendation? Thanks. Considering fiskars, green works, American lawn mower
Do you have any videos on fixing acorn damage? My yard is struggling form last years acorns.