"Larry" wrote in message news:liDza.91731
I would like a riding lawn mower but just think that I will still need to
get a self-propelled one to finish the job.... So, I am leaning towards a
self-propelled at this very moment... I want something beefy with a good
horsepower that has a HUGE bag
I'm considering the new Honda aluminum deck commercial/master series or a
Toro with a 22 inch deck 6 1/2 hp... Don't know what to think of the
electric start feature they have...

If you have trees or gardens to mow around, you will find the self propelled
to be more of a hindrance than a help. They are good for long straight
runs, not twisting and turning around things. They are more awkward in that
situation. I learned to hate my first mower, a self propelled. Do a
comparison for maneuverability. The drive mechanisms add size, weight.

Normally, I'd say to get a mulching blade, but you may have too much grass
to safely mulch. It would help in the drier times though, no bagging and
hauling.

Electric start is not needed on a good mower. My John Deer is five years
old. I push the primer button six times and it starts on one pull. After
sitting the entire winter, it may take two pulls the first run of the
season.

Deere, Honda, Toro are all good. I've not kept up with individual models so
I can't give a particular recommendation.
Ed

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