Push reel mowing has been one of my little missions in the neighborhood. No one else has adopted the practice. I can see why, it makes you sweat, and it doesn’t look as manicured. I really don’t care. I like to work a little, and honestly it’s not that bad. I have been doing my share of yard work, and I put together this little video of a mowing session.
For three years I have been mowing my yard this way. It takes me about an hour, but I do it in bits and pieces. The mower itself takes of very little garage space, and it’s easy to take care of. It’s a really good workout, so if you hate mowing and hate the gym – kill two birds with one stone. It’s also quiet, and although not recommended by the manufacturer, I mow bare foot. I don’t need to spout off to many facts, either you like the idea or you don’t. On a modest sized lot it makes sense. I am not saving a ton of money on gas, and that’s not the entirely the point. If it was more common, there would be less air and noise pollution. I will step off my soap box, I need to mow.