Just make sure you take the stock plastic wheels off and order the original 721 wheels, get them on Amazon, the axles are identical, otherwise snow sticks and builds up on them, then your pushing the while weight of the machine, figured that out after 2 yrs of fighting it, was almost a deal breaker, just put my 821 away as spring is almost here in Spokane Wa. Good luck o you.
Nice video! That particular machine is what I decided upon, but waited too far into the season and they're not available now. I picked up a used Ariens 722, and it works fine as a sidewalk machine and around cars etc... Next winter I will get the Professional 21 with the chute control.
man, thats a real nice Detroit neighborhood...lol im in michigan too, in south detroit lol also, heres a tip. when ur doing ur driveway, start going down the MIDDLE and work ur way out. this allows u to set ur chute one time and now have to keep turning it. also prevents u from throwing snow OVER what u just cleared
Looks like a great machine. I have 2 Simplicity 1222ee single stage snow blowers, use them commercially, and love them! Compared to your Ariens, my machine costs a little more but it has more horse power, more torque, electronic chute rotation, and lights that help at night. Generally, single stage blowers are light, very nimble, and faster than most any 2 stage blower in snow up to 10 inches deep. Best of luck to you!
Sounds like you’re comparing it to the Toro single stage. You mentioned the red key that has to be pushed in when it’s on and you mentioned the chute which one would have to constantly bend down to navigate. You described my single stage Toto very accurately. By the way, that’s all the snow y’all got? Here in the Windy City, we got several inches and some counties, they got over a feet. You should do a review when y’all get some real snow.
Go down the middle of your driveway and throw the snow left and right so you dont have to change the chute direction and you will not be blowing snow onto and over an area you have already cleaned.
Nice Video... I'm actually looking at that machine. - Just some advice to help aid in faster snow blowing... Next time try starting down the MIDDLE of the driveway and blowing the snow out to the sides and keep looping around. You never have to change the chute direction, and you wont be blowing snow over the areas that you just cleaned.. and be forced to go over it again..... just a thought...
@@motorcitygrassman30 Where are you located, and, If you get a significant amount and you have enough time, try nd record it.. I'd like to see how it performs in heavy snow... or deeper snow... Thanks...
@@Rickgsx33 We were supposed to get 4-5 inches in Detroit today. Pretty underwhelming. Barely enough to use the snow blower. I will for sure record a new video when there is significant accumulation! Thanks for watching brother.
@@motorcitygrassman30 No problem bud... Thanks for getting back to me. At least you're getting 4-5 inches... With the exception of the December 17th snow fall, we haven't gotten anything..! Keep up the good videos...
Looks like a great machine. But it is a 208 cc motor and 21". The Simplicity is 250 cc and 22" with lights , power operated chute, electric start. No longer available though. Do love mine. It replaced an Ariens 2 stage with a similar size motor.
So this is where my research has led me. I have a 2 car width driveway that can fit 3 cars down the driveway, no sidewalks, and a small curved walkway to the front door. I'd love to have a 2 stage but I think it's overkill. I'm in Southeast Michigan too so I'm hoping this unit works well in the sometimes wet snow we get. How long you reckon the paddles last? They're like $100 for the kit
It’s your first snow blower so yeah of course you feel that way but the power isn’t there for me the engine serges and that shoot adjuster will freeze up on you so I had to get the manual one! But a great snow blower to you didn’t make a bad choice but not better than toro in since of power an just plain getting it done! And these ariens have gas line issues they surge and then cut off and won’t start!
It would be interesting to seee this machine against the Toro Snow Master 824. I believe you will find your statement not true anymore. The Arien’s is a great machine, but when the snow gets deeper the Toro will win time after time. Ariens has an advantage only in that it is easier to get around in a pick-up. Thanks
The Ariens and Toro are both equally great machines however the Ariens stands out by offering a 3 year warranty on their machines while Toro only offers 2 years.
I have the Ariens 28 deluxe 2 stage and it motors through snow. I noticed its chewing up the friction drive disc and want a smaller unit for less than 5 inch days
@@motorcitygrassman30 ariens is ok but the performance is not there trust me get some 8 inch to 10 and let me know hope it performs specially in heavy wet snow your fucked! Your amazed at the build quality that’s how what ariens is good at but a all around blower na!
The reason yours doesn’t have a key is because yours is the professional model. The ones that aren’t Pro’s require one so little kids don’t surprise their daddy by using his snow thrower.
that thing can't compete with a ccr series. Toro still makes the best single stage. The design of that one is rather cumbersome versus the lightweight design of the toros.
you could totally be right. I honestly would not know. As I said in my video, I'm a newb to snowblowers. This was the first one I've ever owned. All I went by was internet reviews, the salesguy, forums and my first handling of the machines in the store. The ariens pro just felt less massive and cheap as the toro's. Just my thoughts.
That chute handle is faster than the cranks. But my Simplicity has an electric switch at your fingertips and a motor turns the chute. Great till it doesn't work any longer I guess.
Yeah I got mine in aug and it was 700 not this one but the toro and shit lord be hold they went up and 100 i was like you can by a 2 stage for the prices now of a single stage!
Just ordered one of these from snowblowers direct. I’ve had a Ariens 2 stage for 12 years now great machines.
Really good review! To the point, showing the machine in action. I am highly considering adding that machine to my snow fighting arsenal!
Just make sure you take the stock plastic wheels off and order the original 721 wheels, get them on Amazon, the axles are identical, otherwise snow sticks and builds up on them, then your pushing the while weight of the machine, figured that out after 2 yrs of fighting it, was almost a deal breaker, just put my 821 away as spring is almost here in Spokane Wa. Good luck o you.
Nice video! That particular machine is what I decided upon, but waited too far into the season and they're not available now. I picked up a used Ariens 722, and it works fine as a sidewalk machine and around cars etc... Next winter I will get the Professional 21 with the chute control.
man, thats a real nice Detroit neighborhood...lol
im in michigan too, in south detroit lol
also, heres a tip. when ur doing ur driveway, start going down the MIDDLE and work ur way out. this allows u to set ur chute one time and now have to keep turning it. also prevents u from throwing snow OVER what u just cleared
Looks like a great machine. I have 2 Simplicity 1222ee single stage snow blowers, use them commercially, and love them! Compared to your Ariens, my machine costs a little more but it has more horse power, more torque, electronic chute rotation, and lights that help at night. Generally, single stage blowers are light, very nimble, and faster than most any 2 stage blower in snow up to 10 inches deep. Best of luck to you!
Thanks for the comment! Yeah this thing is fast
Thx Steven, u made up my mind with your comment. I have to order one ,theres no dealer where I live. Thx
Dude, I enjoyed that video immensely…great job keeping it real 👉🏼👈🏼
~🇺🇸💪🏼☮️~
Sounds like you’re comparing it to the Toro single stage. You mentioned the red key that has to be pushed in when it’s on and you mentioned the chute which one would have to constantly bend down to navigate. You described my single stage Toto very accurately. By the way, that’s all the snow y’all got? Here in the Windy City, we got several inches and some counties, they got over a feet. You should do a review when y’all get some real snow.
Hey there! This was filmed a few weeks ago.
Go down the middle of your driveway and throw the snow left and right so you dont have to change the chute direction and you will not be blowing snow onto and over an area you have already cleaned.
Hey, great video!
Nice machine, I have the sister machine to the Professional, the Path Pro model. It’s Awesome too.
Have fun with the King of Snow!
I know right! I actually look forward to getting bombed with snow now. I used to hate it. This thing is so much fun
Nice Video... I'm actually looking at that machine. - Just some advice to help aid in faster snow blowing... Next time try starting down the MIDDLE of the driveway and blowing the snow out to the sides and keep looping around. You never have to change the chute direction, and you wont be blowing snow over the areas that you just cleaned.. and be forced to go over it again..... just a thought...
Good advice!! We’re Getting pounded tonight with snow so I’ll try that tomorrow :-)
@@motorcitygrassman30
Where are you located, and, If you get a significant amount and you have enough time, try nd record it.. I'd like to see how it performs in heavy snow... or deeper snow... Thanks...
@@Rickgsx33 Detroit, I’ll do my best
@@Rickgsx33 We were supposed to get 4-5 inches in Detroit today. Pretty underwhelming. Barely enough to use the snow blower. I will for sure record a new video when there is significant accumulation! Thanks for watching brother.
@@motorcitygrassman30
No problem bud... Thanks for getting back to me. At least you're getting 4-5 inches... With the exception of the December 17th snow fall, we haven't gotten anything..! Keep up the good videos...
Looks like a great machine. But it is a 208 cc motor and 21". The Simplicity is 250 cc and 22" with lights , power operated chute, electric start. No longer available though.
Do love mine. It replaced an Ariens 2 stage with a similar size motor.
It’s a reason you never see or saw a ariens commercial with there single stage blowing over 3 inch! I always wondered why!
You bought the best SS snowblower made. Great choice.
Yeah I love it. So easy to use. Very little plastic unlike the toros
Yeah I love it, very solid. Hardly any plastic unlike the toros
So this is where my research has led me. I have a 2 car width driveway that can fit 3 cars down the driveway, no sidewalks, and a small curved walkway to the front door.
I'd love to have a 2 stage but I think it's overkill. I'm in Southeast Michigan too so I'm hoping this unit works well in the sometimes wet snow we get.
How long you reckon the paddles last? They're like $100 for the kit
I'm a big Toro guy, but this Ariens is a nice machine! Getting pounded in Chicago this winter really good
I hope I never need one of these but it looks fun to use. Great review video.
Having never had a snowblower in my life, this thing is a game changer. We are supposed to get tons of snow tomorrow and I can't wait!
It’s your first snow blower so yeah of course you feel that way but the power isn’t there for me the engine serges and that shoot adjuster will freeze up on you so I had to get the manual one! But a great snow blower to you didn’t make a bad choice but not better than toro in since of power an just plain getting it done! And these ariens have gas line issues they surge and then cut off and won’t start!
Direct stripe down the middle the always have it push over the snow that's remaining. Efficiency is key. This will be my first snow blower
Just started following from Australia
Man that thing sucks lol. Same snow fall weeks ago in south mi and mine can fling about 100 feet.
It would be interesting to seee this machine against the Toro Snow Master 824. I believe you will find your statement not true anymore. The Arien’s is a great machine, but when the snow gets deeper the Toro will win time after time. Ariens has an advantage only in that it is easier to get around in a pick-up.
Thanks
Great video homie
Great product review.
Glad you liked it
The Ariens and Toro are both equally great machines however the Ariens stands out by offering a 3 year warranty on their machines while Toro only offers 2 years.
I have the Ariens 28 deluxe 2 stage and it motors through snow. I noticed its chewing up the friction drive disc and want a smaller unit for less than 5 inch days
Great that is good. Mine is lovely just bought😎
The machine sounds like its rattling and coming apart!
My Toro 821 QZE sounds like a smooth Cadillac compared to the Ariens!
the toro is 50% plastic.
@@motorcitygrassman30 So are motorcycles and snowmobiles...
@@RamBowMike not this ariens
@@motorcitygrassman30 ariens is ok but the performance is not there trust me get some 8 inch to 10 and let me know hope it performs specially in heavy wet snow your fucked! Your amazed at the build quality that’s how what ariens is good at but a all around blower na!
Love my toro 821! 252 cc's, a damn beast and runs smooth. Highly recommend!!
The reason yours doesn’t have a key is because yours is the professional model. The ones that aren’t Pro’s require one so little kids don’t surprise their daddy by using his snow thrower.
that thing can't compete with a ccr series. Toro still makes the best single stage. The design of that one is rather cumbersome versus the lightweight design of the toros.
you could totally be right. I honestly would not know. As I said in my video, I'm a newb to snowblowers. This was the first one I've ever owned. All I went by was internet reviews, the salesguy, forums and my first handling of the machines in the store. The ariens pro just felt less massive and cheap as the toro's. Just my thoughts.
@@motorcitygrassman30 what dealer outside of Detroit you go to???
I think that I've watched this video about 3 times.
That chute handle is faster than the cranks. But my Simplicity has an electric switch at your fingertips and a motor turns the chute. Great till it doesn't work any longer I guess.
Your right and also it will freeze up on you if your doing a lot of snow commercial!
Full watched its good😎💅
pro snowblower now 950. you got bargain for 6
Go Det. even though that no where in the D. !!!
You want the fastest single stage snow thrower on the market? Here it is... The TORO SnowMaster 824 QXE
hey, where do you do your soil test at?
Washington elevator 25 bucks
@@motorcitygrassman30 awesome thanks
I beg to differ. Check out the Simplicity 1222E with the 250cc engine…
Junk belt and pulley problems!
You got lucky on that price. They're 750 all day and even 800 some places.
These times suck lol
Yeah I got mine in aug and it was 700 not this one but the toro and shit lord be hold they went up and 100 i was like you can by a 2 stage for the prices now of a single stage!
Detroit where ? 😳
Why so you can rob him?
Go
That ant Det. Looks like in the Subs of Michigan somewhere...
Yeah.. Not even in the same world as Toro CCR Suzuki series 2000, 3000
There wasn't no snow! You could have done a better job with a broom.
I think toro is better I hath a toro 2 staig and it can shoot realy fer