Mastodawn

I mowed fourteen thousand steps worth.
If I keep the grass short on Summer's front acre we are more fire safe, she picks up fewer ticks and my husband is less likely to fall when he can see the contours of the ground more clearly. For all of those reasons I push an old gas powered mower. The good news is that I've decided to start a battery powered mower savings stash again. Last time I ended up doing something else important with my mower fund but this time it's past time to modernize. I expect I will treat myself to an upgrade for my birthday in September.
In between mowing and other chores I finished my daughter's favorite lemon blueberry scones.
They smell so good. The big problem is that there are eight scones and only seven fit in the travel container.
I asked Summer what to do?
She thinks we should drop the orphan scone off to a friend who lives alone because there is only one scone and three of us.
She is a genius.
#Baking #Summer

@NorcalGma2 i’ve owned one battery powered mower. It was an echo. About five years ago.
Unfortunately, it didn’t work out because the batteries died far too quickly. And I’m talking permanent death not just ran out of juice though they were light on that as well.
Milwaukee makes a dual batttery push mower that is very expensive. But looks solid. Dual 12 amp batteries.

Norcal Gma 2 14h ago

@Da_Gut
I will probably buy a Stihl because that is the brand of all of our battery powered tools. I believe they have a professional landscaping version.

@NorcalGma2 i’ll have to look at that one!

Mazz@1984 15h ago

@NorcalGma2 I wish I had the funds to buy you an electric mower 🌱... (you posted "I've decided to start a battery powered mower savings stash again.")
You support so many others and it would be amazing if someone on the Fediverse could bring you some help too 🥰❤️XO

Norcal Gma 2 14h ago

@CaringKinderSociety
This is my way. I don't like debt so I pick what I want and save. There are many people who have needs greater than my mower. I do appreciate the thoughtfulness though. ♥️

Frisco LaLa 14h ago

@CaringKinderSociety @NorcalGma2 It
might not be needed for this issue, but if it’s ever needed I’m pretty sure our Fedifriends would move mountains for Gma.

Norcal Gma 2 13h ago

@friscolala @CaringKinderSociety
♥️

Lemon blueberry scones, oh my!

Katherine W 14h ago

Summer looks so pretty in that photo!

I think it's a good idea to get a lawn mower that will be easier to work with.

Norcal Gma 2 14h ago

@FiddleSix
It's time but I was so frustrated with current events some exercise was good. I will have to decide if I want to get a push mower and a riding one. My Fitbit says I got almost two hours of cardio.

Katherine W 13h ago

2 hours of cardio is impressive!

A riding one would have a wider blade area, wouldn't it? Which would make quicker work of mowing, though, of course you would not have the exercise...you have time to think about it and consider all the options.

Norcal Gma 2 13h ago

@FiddleSix
I would have to have both because I don't feel safe on the steep sections riding.
I think the exercise is good for me.

@NorcalGma2 I have absolutely been loving my battery powered mower, and yesterday, I just picked up the companion chainsaw. Just came in from trying it and the feeling is love at first use.

I think we're on the same battery system, so if you want to try out my mower before making a decision, let me know and I'll bring it over for a test drive.

Also have my old gas mower up on Craigslist if you know of anyone who needs a gas mower.

The Stihl mower we bought has two battery slots and I can do our whole yard off one battery with some to spare.

I'm so loving both that I'm secretly hoping that the string trimmer and hedge trimmer both die like the chain saw did to give me the excuse to upgrade.

Norcal Gma 2 13h ago

@955_36
I have the chain saw and two of the trimmers. I already know I will be happy with the mower and will need to buy the heavy duty model. We use both trimmers at the same time switching out the four batteries.
This really is too much property for us but the grandkids do most of the trimming.
Thanks.

PostcardsFromParadise 12h ago

You will need to do your homework on getting a new lawn mower. Weight. Ruggedness. Battery life.

Here in Australia, we have gas/petrol mowers with a wider cut and also self propelled mowers - don't know about these attributes in electric mowers. SupaSwift's Big Bob has a wider cut. And I see they also have a self propelled mower.

https://supaswift.com.au/products/lawnmowers

Almost certainly electric mowers are on sale at certain times of the year. Stihl has sales in Australia from time to time.

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PostcardsFromParadise 12h ago

This is a Stihl battery, wide cut mower from Australia. Skin only (i.e. no battery or charger).

https://www.stihl.com.au/en/p/lawn-mowers-rma-353-v-battery-lawn-mower-ap-system-211394#rma-353-v-skin-only-211394

It seems different Stihl mowers use different batteries. So you'd also need to check that your existing Stihl batteries work with your mower.

RMA 353 V Battery Lawn Mower | STIHL Australia

STIHL RMA 353 V battery lawn mower: for medium to large lawns ✓ 51 cm cutting width ✓ Vario wheel drive ✓

PostcardsFromParadise 12h ago

Here is a Stihl battery push mower in the USA:

https://www.stihlusa.com/en/p/lawn-mowers-rma-510-1027280#rma-510-unit-only-1027280

And here is a Stihl battery self propelled mower in the USA:

https://www.stihlusa.com/en/p/lawn-mowers-rma-510-1027280#rma-510-v-unit-only-1027347

Both seem to get good reviews and to come with a free battery offer.

RMA 510 Battery Powered Lawn Mower | STIHL

<p>The RMA 510 gives homeowners the performance of a gasoline-powered mower without any of the hassles. Enjoy instant starting, less noise, zero gasoline costs, and zero exhaust emissions. It features a 21" steel mowing deck, so you can cover more lawn faster than previous models. The RMA 510 also includes a holding slot for a second battery, so you can swap batteries and be ready to cut again in seconds. It also features an adjustable handlebar, grass catcher, and large rear wheels for rough terrain. This battery-powered lawn mower is great for small to medium suburban yards.</p><p>On A Single Charge™. *Run time may vary based on battery type, charge level and capacity, model, operating style, and conditions. Batteries and chargers can be purchased separately or as a combined set with tool.</p><p> </p><p> </p>

Norcal Gma 2 11h ago

@PostcardsFromParadise
Wow! Thank you!
I need a heavy duty mower. I have a dealer in mind and will ask what they sell to professional landscapers. Mowers are usually on sale in June for Father's Day. If the deal is good enough I will buy one on sale.
I'm not mowing a flat lawn unfortunately. Our property is a little bit on the wild side.

@NorcalGma2 the world needs Summer's advices!