40V Ryobi Backpack Blower RY404170
It never ceases to amaze us just how powerful battery-powered gear is these days. Years ago, hedge trimmers were the most common cordless tools, largely because they required less juice than others. But, now, you’ve got push mowers, zero-turns, and lawn tractors efficiently running on lithium-ion. Another tool that needs significant power to run is […]
Craftsman BP510 Backpack Blower
The backpack blower is a great platform. They take the load off your wrist, elbows, forearm, and upper arm. In doing so, these tools put the weight on your shoulders, where you can carry more. In addition, they’re highly maneuverable, and, generally speaking, more powerful. And, now that we’re through singing their praises as a […]
Greenworks 610 CFM Blower BPB80L00
Particularly in an age of battery power, a number of outdoor power equipment manufacturers have sprung up. And, based on performance and how quickly each company has established itself, many of them are real competitors. Greenworks is one of them. Founded in 2002, they’ve come a long way in a comparatively short period. Indeed, their […]
Honda Recalls Lawnmower and Pressure Washer Engines
Honda announces lawnmower recall along with pressure washer engine Honda has issued recalls of two lawnmower models and a pressure washer engine, according to an official company notice. Due to a manufacturing defect, the camshaft decompressor can malfunction, resulting in the need for excessive force to pull the recoil starter during ignition. Because of the […]
Ryobi Stocking Stuffer Tool Ideas
Okay, so we all know that Santa Claus is real. Twice, we’ve caught his elves snooping around the OPE Reviews compound. Once, in the shop checking out gear that’s awaiting review, and, most recently, out back admiring our fescue. (It still hasn’t gone dormant.) Anyway, we’re sure the Big Guy has got his list, has […]
Saker Cordless Mini Chainsaw SK1804DBT02-U-1
Saker Merges Lightweight Design with Heavy-Duty Performance Here at OPE Reviews, we work with a lot of chainsaws. They come in many sizes and serve a broad range of purposes. But the big ones can be intimidating. Moreover, they can involve a learning curve when you’re still acquiring chainsaw basics. The mini saws, on the […]
EGO LM2114 Push Mower
In this day and age, people put a lot of emphasis on self-propelled drive systems. Yes, they are nice, but they’re not essential. Especially if you have a level lawn, push mowers are generally fine and lower in price. What’s more, they’re not too far off from their self-propelled siblings. Take, for instance, the EGO […]
10 Expert Tips for Winter Gardening in the Pacific Northwest
Stretching from Northern California to Oregon, Washington, and Idaho, the Pacific Northwest is a diverse and dynamic region. Learn more about exciting opportunities for winter gardening in the Pacific Northwest. What is Winter Gardening in the Pacific Northwest Like? The Pacific Northwest has a temperate maritime climate with mild, wet winters and relatively cool summers. […]