Here are LINKS to the SPREADERS reviewed in this video! Thank you for supporting the channel! 👍 👉ECHO RB-60 Fertilizer Spreader amzn.to/3TLFghN 👉Earthway 2600A Plus Spreader amzn.to/3x9XlgS
Well it comes up, but just doesn't give a price or an option to add to the cart. I clicked on the link in the comment. Oh well, I like the Earthway better anyway. 😂
I’d probably go with Earthway JB. Simply because I like to see the spread pattern. My neighbor actually has my Scott spreader for several years now. Hmmmm I also use it to put down CA CL in the winter. Great video and informative JB! Probably not using the pool yet…stinks! Hope you had a great weekend! Cheers neighbor!
Thank you Jay! I like to see the spread pattern too! Don’t worry been in the pool a few times. Waiting on the temps to spike. The school year is almost over. We’ll be in it daily real soon! What’s the plan for the week bud?
Was my birthday on Saturday. Spent some time with our Grandsons and family. Yesterday the weather pretty much squashed any outdoor activities. Have a good week buddy!
I was trying to choose between these two as an upgrade to my current Scott’s spreader. My main complaint about the scott’s is that it is inconsistent. I always write down settings, try to keep walk rate constant, and weigh the fertilizer, so i know the application rate varies. This was a very, very useful comparison. Your video helped me make an informed decision.
I bought this Earthway thinking it was an upgrade to my Scotts. I like the pneumatic wheels over the plastic ones, but the Earthway just never seems to work. The holes are open but usually nothing comes out. I end up dumping the fertilizer or seed back into the Scotts spreader to apply it. I notice the pin that spins in the bottom of the hopper seems to be positioned way higher than my Scotts, which probably prevents it from breaking up any clumps effectively.
I’ve owned an earlier Earthway spreader for at least 30 years since new. All I do is wash it after use and hang it up until next time. Never touched a screw on it. The tubeless tires do tend to leak down and can separate from the bead seal when it sets unused a long time. Not a game changer but still an annoying situation. I just remember to check them occasionally to eliminate the problem. Still the best walk behind broadcast spreader for the money, in my experience.
Another great video JB! I just picked up the Yard Mastery spreader (rebranded Earthway) YM did most of the build before it shipped. I just had to put the handle and wheels on. I'm impressed so far. I had a Spyker which disappointed. Too bulky and inconsistent spread patern. The Earth Way is inovative yet simple.
I have the echo rb85. It address nearly all the issues with the rb60. The auger is far and away better, and the activation method is the same as the earthway. My yard is about 23k sqft so being able to carry two bags of product is a big win.
I have the Echo and when I use the edge guard I just turn the dial down to half the rate I'm putting on the rest of the yard. Then take edge guard off and put it back normal rate. It's not rocket science but it works.
Thanks, I think for me, I'll see a lawncare guru use a product and since I'm a fan, I'm likely to go out and buy That product. These comparison videos are awesome for the DIY homeowner. Thank you 🙏🏽 I would have thought Echo all the way, after watching this, Earthway would be a better fit for me!... Side note, as a man in my early 40s and has lost about 50lbs in the last 6 months...what do you do to keep your oblique's trim and lower abs in check?...health is important! Especially with summer here in TX.
Awesome Josh! I’m glad this video helped you out! Congrats on losing 50 lbs! I target abs 2-3 times per week usually about 5-10 minutes worth of exercises at the beginning of my workouts. Usually 3 exercises one that targets lower abdominals, one exercise that targets obliques and another that challenges the 6 pack. 15-20 reps per exercise. 2-3 sets per exercise. Stay consistent and you’ll reap the benefits! 👍keep up the good work my friend
@GarageGear Thank you for taking the time to respond. The Ab insight is great, and I will definitely alter my circuits/routines to fit these tips in. Thanks again, stay safe...look forward to the next video.
The #1 problem (for me) is that no one has created a design to completely empty the hopper without bouncing or tilting the spreader. *Sighs, the search continues. Great video JB,
Hey JB, I left you a comment on your last video about the RB60 about how much I loved it and being a massive upgrade over a Scott's. Well, it let me down big time a couple of weeks ago. Three separate times while I was putting down pelletized lime, the gate didn't closed when I released the lever dumping product. I was so disappointed I sold it and bit the bullet on a 50lb Lesco unit.
Good fair review. My experience with the Echo setting lever jumping is (I'm pretty sure) from larger granules/prills being stuck between the setting flap and the trap door flap. So when you pull or release the hand lever, it takes the setting lever for a ride with it. If that makes sense... If I'm using a product with tiny granule size, like I did last night with DiseaseX, I don't jump settings ever.
As a RB60 owner I would say you hit all my complaints except for two. How can you call a tire pneumatic when there's no valve stem to fill it with air. The second complaint is that the edge guard falls down on it's own (maybe helped by the fact that you have to bounce it to get the product out). Nothing like making a pass or two and then noticing the edge guard is blocking the spread.
I like my Earthway. I did have to mod it because the open/close rod kept falling out of its little hole underneath the bucket. Drilled a little hole and added a cotter pin and she was good to go!
@@GarageGear Yessir. One of the first purchases I made when I committed to being addicted to lawn care 🤣 I thought about the Spyker for a second but it’s overkill IMO. Between the lawn care and detailing hobbies, I spend enough $$ already. Great stuff JB!
I have the echo and have no problem at all .. a few seconds of dancing with the spreader at the last pound but no big deal. It just works. If it ever breaks I may try a esrthway.
Hey chuck! Haven’t had that issue and I think it’s because the way my house is positioned. Neighbor down the street on an another corner had that happen though. Drunk driver ran into his house. Happen to you?
I have an earthway, the only thing I do not like is fertilizer bounces off the metal pips and goes in my shoes as I apply. Other than that I am very satisfied.
Here are LINKS to the SPREADERS reviewed in this video! Thank you for supporting the channel! 👍
👉ECHO RB-60 Fertilizer Spreader amzn.to/3TLFghN
👉Earthway 2600A Plus Spreader amzn.to/3x9XlgS
Well it comes up, but just doesn't give a price or an option to add to the cart. I clicked on the link in the comment. Oh well, I like the Earthway better anyway. 😂
@@neostephens8980 it may have different buying options for it from multiple sellers perhaps
I’d probably go with Earthway JB. Simply because I like to see the spread pattern. My neighbor actually has my Scott spreader for several years now. Hmmmm I also use it to put down CA CL in the winter. Great video and informative JB! Probably not using the pool yet…stinks! Hope you had a great weekend! Cheers neighbor!
Thank you Jay! I like to see the spread pattern too! Don’t worry been in the pool a few times. Waiting on the temps to spike. The school year is almost over. We’ll be in it daily real soon! What’s the plan for the week bud?
Was my birthday on Saturday. Spent some time with our Grandsons and family. Yesterday the weather pretty much squashed any outdoor activities. Have a good week buddy!
@@jaybooth4815 happy belated birthday Jay! 🎂👍 you as well my friend
I was trying to choose between these two as an upgrade to my current Scott’s spreader. My main complaint about the scott’s is that it is inconsistent. I always write down settings, try to keep walk rate constant, and weigh the fertilizer, so i know the application rate varies.
This was a very, very useful comparison. Your video helped me make an informed decision.
@@phileisermann1257 glad this video helped you out Phil! Thanks for watching my friend!
I bought this Earthway thinking it was an upgrade to my Scotts. I like the pneumatic wheels over the plastic ones, but the Earthway just never seems to work. The holes are open but usually nothing comes out. I end up dumping the fertilizer or seed back into the Scotts spreader to apply it. I notice the pin that spins in the bottom of the hopper seems to be positioned way higher than my Scotts, which probably prevents it from breaking up any clumps effectively.
@@harvey8695 thanks for sharing this information with the community
I’ve owned an earlier Earthway spreader for at least 30 years since new. All I do is wash it after use and hang it up until next time. Never touched a screw on it. The tubeless tires do tend to leak down and can separate from the bead seal when it sets unused a long time. Not a game changer but still an annoying situation. I just remember to check them occasionally to eliminate the problem. Still the best walk behind broadcast spreader for the money, in my experience.
Thanks for sharing this with the community chatrkat
Another great video JB! I just picked up the Yard Mastery spreader (rebranded Earthway) YM did most of the build before it shipped. I just had to put the handle and wheels on. I'm impressed so far. I had a Spyker which disappointed. Too bulky and inconsistent spread patern. The Earth Way is inovative yet simple.
You nailed it Mike! Thanks for watching my friend!
@GarageGear I look forward to them on the weekend to start my day in the Garage/yard!
@@515Mike awesome mike! It’s kinda like Saturday morning cartoons back in the day! lol 👍
I have the echo rb85. It address nearly all the issues with the rb60. The auger is far and away better, and the activation method is the same as the earthway. My yard is about 23k sqft so being able to carry two bags of product is a big win.
Two bags of product is a massive amount but if you have large areas to cover you’re golden!
8:39 - "She may be old, but she puts out."
We still talking about spreaders here? 🤣
Thought we were! lol😂 she puts out pretty consistently too 👍…
You remind me of project farm! Two great channels
ROCK ON Snowy! Thanks for watching my friend!
Love my Earthway spreader. Would recommend
ROCK ON Booth!
I have the Echo and when I use the edge guard I just turn the dial down to half the rate I'm putting on the rest of the yard. Then take edge guard off and put it back normal rate. It's not rocket science but it works.
Not a bad plan rlt
Thanks, I think for me, I'll see a lawncare guru use a product and since I'm a fan, I'm likely to go out and buy That product. These comparison videos are awesome for the DIY homeowner. Thank you 🙏🏽
I would have thought Echo all the way, after watching this, Earthway would be a better fit for me!...
Side note, as a man in my early 40s and has lost about 50lbs in the last 6 months...what do you do to keep your oblique's trim and lower abs in check?...health is important! Especially with summer here in TX.
Awesome Josh! I’m glad this video helped you out! Congrats on losing 50 lbs! I target abs 2-3 times per week usually about 5-10 minutes worth of exercises at the beginning of my workouts. Usually 3 exercises one that targets lower abdominals, one exercise that targets obliques and another that challenges the 6 pack. 15-20 reps per exercise. 2-3 sets per exercise. Stay consistent and you’ll reap the benefits! 👍keep up the good work my friend
@GarageGear Thank you for taking the time to respond. The Ab insight is great, and I will definitely alter my circuits/routines to fit these tips in.
Thanks again, stay safe...look forward to the next video.
@@joshmartinez1179 ROCK ON Josh! Thanks for being a cool fan bud!
Another great head to head comparison. Love it!
ROCK ON Smallblock! Fans seem to dig em! 👍
The #1 problem (for me) is that no one has created a design to completely empty the hopper without bouncing or tilting the spreader. *Sighs, the search continues. Great video JB,
Might be a while before we see that day lol! Thanks for watching swampy
Hey JB, I left you a comment on your last video about the RB60 about how much I loved it and being a massive upgrade over a Scott's. Well, it let me down big time a couple of weeks ago. Three separate times while I was putting down pelletized lime, the gate didn't closed when I released the lever dumping product. I was so disappointed I sold it and bit the bullet on a 50lb Lesco unit.
Hey Peter! That’s unfortunate! Glad you were able to sell it! Those lesco units are nice! Pricey but last! 👍
@@GarageGear I'll be trying it out this week for the first time
@@Z28L98 Same thing happened to me but if you click on "see all buying options" Then you can see several options
Good fair review. My experience with the Echo setting lever jumping is (I'm pretty sure) from larger granules/prills being stuck between the setting flap and the trap door flap. So when you pull or release the hand lever, it takes the setting lever for a ride with it. If that makes sense... If I'm using a product with tiny granule size, like I did last night with DiseaseX, I don't jump settings ever.
Got it Ben! Appreciate the positive feedback! I got some ideas on how to modify that echo. Possible video stay tuned!
Great job 👏🏽 buddy 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
Thanks for watching Fidel! 👍
Great video and modification on that spreader. 👍🙏👍🙏
Thanks Ray! How ya been my friend?
@@GarageGear Been good out at my other home in Florida with my family on vacation. 👍🙏👍🙏hope everything is well in your end 🙏🙏🙏
@@electroddxful things are good here! What part of Florida do you vacation in?
@@GarageGear I have a home in Port Saint Lucie
@@electroddxful awesome! We have some family round Tampa we go to visit! 👍 love it down there!
As a RB60 owner I would say you hit all my complaints except for two. How can you call a tire pneumatic when there's no valve stem to fill it with air. The second complaint is that the edge guard falls down on it's own (maybe helped by the fact that you have to bounce it to get the product out). Nothing like making a pass or two and then noticing the edge guard is blocking the spread.
Hey Harley thanks for watching. My tires on the rb60 have a valve stem on each tire. Yours don’t have them?
Great comparison!
Thanks for watching flint! Have an awesome week bud! 👍👍
Thank you for the video
@@liljoeii6091 thanks for watching another liljoe
I like my Earthway. I did have to mod it because the open/close rod kept falling out of its little hole underneath the bucket. Drilled a little hole and added a cotter pin and she was good to go!
Good idea! Thanks for sharing Andrew!
Earthway all day.
You got one DMC? They make great spreaders?
@@GarageGear Yessir. One of the first purchases I made when I committed to being addicted to lawn care 🤣 I thought about the Spyker for a second but it’s overkill IMO. Between the lawn care and detailing hobbies, I spend enough $$ already. Great stuff JB!
@@DMCnME right there with ya bud!
JB .. Earthway..👍🏼
RIGHT ON TIM!👍
I like the Lesco full size units
Those are some nice spreaders! 👍
I have the pull behind spike / spreader
Thanks for sharing Robert! By earthway?
@@GarageGear you are welcome @GarageGear
I have the echo and have no problem at all .. a few seconds of dancing with the spreader at the last pound but no big deal. It just works. If it ever breaks I may try a esrthway.
@@kmain0 thanks for sharing kmain!
The echo reminds me of my Chapin. I am looking to switch to something like the earth way. The spring cables definitely wear out.
Won’t be disappointed with the earthway Dan! 👍
Hey JB, since you live on a corner, have you ever had a problem with people driving across your yard? Nice video. Thumbs up.
Hey chuck! Haven’t had that issue and I think it’s because the way my house is positioned. Neighbor down the street on an another corner had that happen though. Drunk driver ran into his house. Happen to you?
Earthway doesn't have any height adjustment?
There’s no height adjustments on either
@@GarageGear Then I am too tall for the little Earthway.
You have a nice flat yard. The problem I have is the handle bars aren’t wide enough and it’s very hard to control on my hilly property.
So which spreader do you use Dave? Another brand?
That's so bizarre, I was just about to buy the ECHO RB60 tonight. I'm still glad I watched this video. Good work!
Awesome Evan! Thanks for watching bud
Hmmm, that Echo link doesn't show anything available to purchase.
Works for me !
Hmm coming up on my end. Checked it twice. I would just try searching it on amazon.👍
I have an earthway, the only thing I do not like is fertilizer bounces off the metal pips and goes in my shoes as I apply. Other than that I am very satisfied.
Hey manian thanks for sharing! What kind of fertilizer do you like to use?
I have the echo… only issue
Seems to drag a bit when pushing
Are the legs dragging in the turf?
Can you do a video on the echo weed eater vs the stihl fs70 please
That will be coming up down the road! 👍stay tuned!
Both junk, get the LESCO Broadcast Spreader Stainless Steel w/ Deflector 80 lb. Capacity.
Maybe next go around Shane! Thanks for watching
Great video, thanks for the review. Have you done a review on the spiker vs lessco walk behind spreader, if yes what are your thoughts? Thanks
@@ericstinnett9182 hey eric! I have not reviewed them yet but lescos are super durable! 👍possibly soon
@@GarageGear ok but in the near future if you I’m looking forward watching that video. Thanks
Earthway has a critical plastic component holding the frame together on each side. When that part breaks, the spreader is useless.
Thanks for sharing
Cut the echo feet
I did in this video here 3 MUST DO MODIFICATIONS FOR YOUR ECHO RB60 SPREADER (THROW BETTER)
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I would love an Earthway, just wish it can store better . Any tips?
Can you hang it up on a wall like I do?