Stihl BGA 86 Cordless Leaf Blower Review
Stihl’s reputation as a dependable, quality outdoor power equipment brand is hard to dispute. And, in line with the increasing demand for battery-powered products, they’ve become all the more bullish in their approach to the production of their cordless models . So, when Stihl’s reps contacted us about the BGA 86 leaf blower, we jumped […]
Simpson Pro 3500 PSI Pressure Washer Review
Simpson may not be the first name that pops into your head when you think of pressure washers. However, they are a leader. Indeed, it’s among the largest vertically integrated gas-powered pressure washer manufactures in the U.S. What’s more, we’re well familiar with their fleet. Recently, our reviewers got their hands on the 3500 PSI […]
EGO 56V Mini Bike Review
The world has gone cordless, and, in our business, those products encompass outdoor power equipment. EGO has long been a leader in that market to the point where its name immediately equates to blowers, trimmers, chainsaws, and mowers. Until now, that is. Indeed, the same battery platform that drives EGO’s OPE is behind the MB1000 […]
Milwaukee Dual Battery Backpack Blower 3009
With good reason, Milwaukee is one of what many regard as the three best power tool manufacturers–a triumvirate aptly named the Big 3. And they’ve been in the game for quite a while. Indeed, 2024 is their 100th year in business. Making this all the more exciting is their expansion of the company’s OPE fleet, […]
Skil 40V Snow Shovel PSS1200C Review
Not all snow requires the big guns. Trust us, here. We’re in the Mid-Atlantic, so we get some real doozies. That said, you do have areas like porches, patios, and partially covered walkways, where the accumulation may not be as deep. In these cases, a solution that’s a little less intense than a full-sized blower, […]
ECHO CS-4920 Chainsaw Review
ECHO’s chainsaws have long been fierce competition for rival brands. Over the last 50 years, they’ve earned a reputation as powerful, high-performance tools that cater to the full spectrum of OPE consumers. This is especially true of their 50cc models, which are popular not only for performance but also for their size and weight characteristics. […]
Husqvarna 525BX Leaf Blower
Husqvarna has been in business for over 300 years–something most companies can’t say. They started out building rifles for the Swiss Army. Then, in the 1870s, they tried their hand at producing just about everything else. Ultimately, their production portfolio grew to encompass sewing machines, wood stoves, bicycles, the first Swedish typewriter, mincing machines, and […]
Gerber Assert Pocket Knife Review
Here at OPE Reviews, you’ll typically find relatively large handheld tools, ZTs and tractors, and even super-heavy equipment. However, on occasion, we like to hit the small gear that can make a difference when you’re outside. Whether you’re in the yard, working on a landscaping project, or camping with the family, a good pocket knife […]