Thanks for bringing this mower to my attention Ron. After thinking about it for the last couple of weeks I placed my order yesterday. Now I just need to sneak it by the wife when it delivers in January. Wish me luck!!
My yard needs a major leveling and I have a gas swardman and just purchased the Allett battery . The swardman does a better job but is this Evelution a brand new mower..?
This is the main reason I am considering selling my Swardman. I have 2 slopes like this and it's naturally a little difficult to not slide all over the place and a lot more effort to push up. Thank you for posting this!
I'm in the same boat. Bought a used Swardman last off season. Fell in love with the cut but the width and the lack of ability to climb means it takes longer and is more of a work out that this should likely fix. I'll probably keep the Swardman for cartridge duty and a backup incase the new one needs to go into the shop. The relief grind compared to the Swardman spin grind is just icing on the cake.
I had the pleasure of trying this great equipment a good friend and neighbor allow me to try it was heavy but definitely help to maintained down to follow the contour of the terrain very nice machine.
Thanks for doing this video. I have a steep slope in my back yard, and I sold my Stirling because it couldn't handle it. I've already placed my order for the Rev!
Hey Ron, two things that I think would really set this mower over the edge: 1. electric start (keep the cord as a backup) and 2. a drum brake lever you can set so when you're climbing like a billygoat, that way you can stop it mid slope and walk away if you need to - I noticed in the video when you stopped the mower to talk it wanted to roll backwards on you and you had to turn it to the side to keep it from rolling away. Two features that would be really nice here (along with a cartridge system, which is why I'm not buying one currently until they get that system set up).
I hear you. I don't think they have plans for either of those though. It would raise the price of the mower and not sure how much use people would often get from it. Keep in mind that if you add electric start, you're also adding a motor and battery both of which add weight and complexity.
That's correct Jamey. The unit you guys will get has the reel and drive system completely independent. Everything below the upper handle bars is what the production mower will have though.
I doubt it, I have a Jacobsen 522a and have never used the transport tires on my driveway, after 3 years I haven't noticed any wear to the drum. They are collecting dust in my shed.
I have a McClane 26" Reel mower and love it. On the McClane you can turn off the Reel with the engine running by using the handle. I noticed on the Revolution the Reel is turning the moment you start it. If you have a catch bin on the front to catch the clippings you would have to turn off the machine every time to remove the bin. I think this would be a safety issue. I love the rear drum with the rubber on it, but how long is that going to last while making turns on the concrete. I've changed my rear wheels out on my McClane once in the 3 years I've had it. Can the rubber be changed on the Revolution?
2 things I've noticed. 1. Does the reel always spin when the motor runs out can you stop it with the motor running. 2. I noticed that it throws a lot of grass on top of itself at the end of your video. Does it come with a deflector shield?
The reel and the ground control and reel are independent. The grass was wet which made it stick to the mower more, but the grass shield is adjustable and the deflector does shoot the grass into the catcher
Will the machine “free roll” down the hill so you can go at your own pace and still have the reel engaged? Or do you have to engage the drive to have it roll?
Thanks Ron for the video. Just confirmed that I will be purchasing since my Swardman can't handle the grade of my yard without me getting a cardio workout from pushing. Now how to convince the wife after buying the Swardman last offseason lol. Any tips?
It does. The mower I'm using is an older version of the controls. The mower shipping in Jan will have separate controls for propulsion and reel engagement.
Out of your personal experience, did you find that you lost some striping capability with the treaded back roller as opposed to a basic smooth metal roller?
Does the reel spin all the time while the motor is on? Seems kind of dangerous. At least with rotarys the blade is covered up on the bottom. Or is there a way to stop it while the motor is on? And does it always get that much grass on top of itself? My caltrimmer and allett dont do that, but they both have their own issues.
Thanks Ron - I live In Gwinnett. My slope is three times what you have. Would love to be one of the test guys. I use a Tru-Cut 27. The mower cuts true up and down but the slope causes it to dig just a little on the lower side going side to side. Would love to know if this mower could not do that…
@@steffen707- the Rolux offers a 25" with all the options as this for like $1700. I'd go that route, a fantastic machine the company is extremely well known.
@@2shotsofvaca411 rolux has weird bicycle handle bars, metal grass catcher, Briggs engine, exposed driveshaft. RR easy backlapping, honda engine, covered driveshaft, plastic catcher almost twice the capacity, extra 1" width, relief grind, normal handlebars AND looks fricken awesome. Time will tell if I wasted the extra $550. Thanks for mentioning rolux though.
@@RonHenry definitely high, but since I have cool season turf and 3/4” to 1inch isn’t realistic for me yet. Something that could do close to 2inches with a rear roller would be perfect. Cartridges would be a bonus!
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Thanks for bringing this mower to my attention Ron. After thinking about it for the last couple of weeks I placed my order yesterday. Now I just need to sneak it by the wife when it delivers in January. Wish me luck!!
Enjoy the mower! Hopefully she understands!
We’ll deliver it to the basement door!
My yard needs a major leveling and I have a gas swardman and just purchased the Allett battery . The swardman does a better job but is this Evelution a brand new mower..?
This is the main reason I am considering selling my Swardman. I have 2 slopes like this and it's naturally a little difficult to not slide all over the place and a lot more effort to push up. Thank you for posting this!
Happy to help.
Only more reassurance that I want this mower. Unfortunately can't afford it. Im still stuck with an old rotary. Great video, thanks!
Eventually Chris.
I am sooo excited for the mower! It looks fantastic!
Glad you like it! More incoming. Be sure to subscribe.
The video I have been waiting on! Thanks!
More to come!
Im buying one of these as soon as i can afford it. i love my Swardman but the wider cutting width and ease of just backlapping is awesome.
I'm in the same boat. Bought a used Swardman last off season. Fell in love with the cut but the width and the lack of ability to climb means it takes longer and is more of a work out that this should likely fix. I'll probably keep the Swardman for cartridge duty and a backup incase the new one needs to go into the shop. The relief grind compared to the Swardman spin grind is just icing on the cake.
Right on
See how it cuts on level ground here: ua-cam.com/video/pkcOm2bQ5E8/v-deo.html
Need a backlap demo.
Video I've been waiting for I'm going to watch this probably 50 or until I make a purchase
I appreciate it! Hope it doesn't disappoint. Be sure to share it!
Great review 👍🏾 nice mower coming home soon 😂.thanks for sharing ✌🏾
If you want to see how it compares to the GM 1600: ua-cam.com/video/pkcOm2bQ5E8/v-deo.html
I had the pleasure of trying this great equipment a good friend and neighbor allow me to try it was heavy but definitely help to maintained down to follow the contour of the terrain very nice machine.
Nice
Looking good I already have her on the way. In January that is 😂
Congrats
Thanks for doing this video. I have a steep slope in my back yard, and I sold my Stirling because it couldn't handle it. I've already placed my order for the Rev!
Glad it was helpful!
Nice review. 👏🏻👏🏻 BTW, I think I dislike trimming bushes as much as you. With that, I’d have to remove that bush in your front corner 😂
Oh I've thought about it. It covers up a utility box so can't. :-(
Is the motor louder than the greensmaster 1600?
Here for yourself here: ua-cam.com/video/pkcOm2bQ5E8/v-deo.html
Hey Ron, two things that I think would really set this mower over the edge: 1. electric start (keep the cord as a backup) and 2. a drum brake lever you can set so when you're climbing like a billygoat, that way you can stop it mid slope and walk away if you need to - I noticed in the video when you stopped the mower to talk it wanted to roll backwards on you and you had to turn it to the side to keep it from rolling away. Two features that would be really nice here (along with a cartridge system, which is why I'm not buying one currently until they get that system set up).
I hear you. I don't think they have plans for either of those though. It would raise the price of the mower and not sure how much use people would often get from it. Keep in mind that if you add electric start, you're also adding a motor and battery both of which add weight and complexity.
Took you long enough to get this video out after teasing us with a short 😅
Right!?!
so the model you're using is a little different than the model their selling? It's missing the front red clutch engage handle?
That's correct Jamey. The unit you guys will get has the reel and drive system completely independent. Everything below the upper handle bars is what the production mower will have though.
Brownie points for being observant? Looks like a great mower!!
Thanks Ron! Looks awesome!
See how it stripes here: ua-cam.com/video/pkcOm2bQ5E8/v-deo.html
Ron how do you compare this to the Allett Stirling battery for cutting?
Mmmm. I find this cuts better due to the weight.
Both great mowers.
Do the blades turn the entire time it's cranked? Can you manually stop the blades?
In the production mower yes. What I'm using has an earlier revision of the controls.
So on the mowers we receive the reel is independent?
Correct. The reel and ground control can be used independently .
What would you recommend for an entry reel mower? 3k total sqft for the property. Really want to get into reel mowing but they are so expensive. 😩
If you want a push reel mower, this 7 blade: ron-henry.com/reelmower For a powered reel mower, get the Revolution.
Is there any tear and wear to the rear drum during transporting on the driveway since it doesn’t have transport tires like the greens mower?
Not that I noticed. Keep in mind that o only had the mower for about 6 hours
I doubt it, I have a Jacobsen 522a and have never used the transport tires on my driveway, after 3 years I haven't noticed any wear to the drum. They are collecting dust in my shed.
I wouldn’t expect a lot of wear.
I’ve had mine for 18 months and it has shown little to no west on the drum. It’s very durable
I have a McClane 26" Reel mower and love it. On the McClane you can turn off the Reel with the engine running by using the handle. I noticed on the Revolution the Reel is turning the moment you start it. If you have a catch bin on the front to catch the clippings you would have to turn off the machine every time to remove the bin. I think this would be a safety issue. I love the rear drum with the rubber on it, but how long is that going to last while making turns on the concrete. I've changed my rear wheels out on my McClane once in the 3 years I've had it. Can the rubber be changed on the Revolution?
The production version will have that feature. Reel and drive system separated.
How’s the clutch feathering with the bail bar?
Very smooth. It’s not jumpy or anything.
That video was literally the first time I’ve mowed a slope with it.
2 things I've noticed. 1. Does the reel always spin when the motor runs out can you stop it with the motor running. 2. I noticed that it throws a lot of grass on top of itself at the end of your video. Does it come with a deflector shield?
The reel and the ground control and reel are independent. The grass was wet which made it stick to the mower more, but the grass shield is adjustable and the deflector does shoot the grass into the catcher
I’ll wait n see if they come out with a cartridge system 🤞
Will the machine “free roll” down the hill so you can go at your own pace and still have the reel engaged? Or do you have to engage the drive to have it roll?
Yes it will.
Looks like a good mower 👍👍
It is!
Thanks Ron for the video. Just confirmed that I will be purchasing since my Swardman can't handle the grade of my yard without me getting a cardio workout from pushing. Now how to convince the wife after buying the Swardman last offseason lol. Any tips?
Take her to Tiffany's or Cartier so it evens out. :-)
I thought the reel would spin separate with its own independent clutch so you can stop the reel when the engine is running. Is that not the case?
It does. The mower I'm using is an older version of the controls. The mower shipping in Jan will have separate controls for propulsion and reel engagement.
Awesome! I can’t wait for next season 😅
Noice
When the sun comes up, let’s see the stripeaction 😎!!!
You can see it now here: ua-cam.com/video/pkcOm2bQ5E8/v-deo.html
Out of your personal experience, did you find that you lost some striping capability with the treaded back roller as opposed to a basic smooth metal roller?
Not that I noticed Derek.
Does the reel spin all the time while the motor is on? Seems kind of dangerous. At least with rotarys the blade is covered up on the bottom. Or is there a way to stop it while the motor is on? And does it always get that much grass on top of itself? My caltrimmer and allett dont do that, but they both have their own issues.
What's up with the 'private residence' sign???
Mean's the residence is private.
😂
Thanks Ron - I live In Gwinnett. My slope is three times what you have. Would love to be one of the test guys. I use a Tru-Cut 27. The mower cuts true up and down but the slope causes it to dig just a little on the lower side going side to side. Would love to know if this mower could not do that…
You'll want to mow diagonally for best results. Mowing sideways will have a "terracing" effect.
As Bart Scott sd when on the New York Jets, CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 👍
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Does this sucker stripe well? Hope for some of that in future videos.
#stripeaction video incoming ⛳️😎
Most of all reel mowers stripe well
@@2shotsofvaca411 notice you said most. I just want to double-check before I drop $2,300 on something
@@steffen707- the Rolux offers a 25" with all the options as this for like $1700. I'd go that route, a fantastic machine the company is extremely well known.
@@2shotsofvaca411 rolux has weird bicycle handle bars, metal grass catcher, Briggs engine, exposed driveshaft. RR easy backlapping, honda engine, covered driveshaft, plastic catcher almost twice the capacity, extra 1" width, relief grind, normal handlebars AND looks fricken awesome. Time will tell if I wasted the extra $550. Thanks for mentioning rolux though.
Your front slope looks a lot like mine ... what is the approximate slope for you (12% to 19%)? About how many sf is that front yard?
Not sure how steep the slope is. It's aproximately 1200 - 1250 square feet.
@@RonHenry Thanks. Lastly, what is the weight of this new Revolution 26 reel mower per the vendor?
@jimgreyard6623 hmmm. That I don’t know. It feels a little lighter than my Greensmaster.
I am hoping they make a High cut version of this down the line.
You never know. It goes up to 1.25" which is pretty high for reel mowing.
@@RonHenry definitely high, but since I have cool season turf and 3/4” to 1inch isn’t realistic for me yet. Something that could do close to 2inches with a rear roller would be perfect. Cartridges would be a bonus!
LOVE IT!!
🙏 Appreciate you watching Jimmy.
Looks like it could use some weight over that roller to keep the front down
The front roller is 17 lbs. It stays down pretty well. You can see how it cuts here: ua-cam.com/video/pkcOm2bQ5E8/v-deo.html
First, time I've seen this video!
Here's a video showing how it stripes! ua-cam.com/video/pkcOm2bQ5E8/v-deo.html
@@RonHenry thanks Ron! You da man. Do you get any affiliate commish if I buy one?
@steffen707- $0
With more states banning gas poweres lawn equipment, I think it's was a mistake to not make it battery powered.
By more states you mean mainly California?
Does it have the ability to use a bucket/catcher?
Comes with a catcher. Just wasn’t on in this video
You can see the grass catcher in action here: ua-cam.com/video/pkcOm2bQ5E8/v-deo.html
I wish all mowers come with rubber treads.😊
It's a nice feature.
@@RonHenry wish Allett had done it for the Stirling.
Got rid of my GM 1600 because of slope.
I won’t do that. Love my babbbbbyyyy
Pls don’t ever buy craftsman mower , even though its says self propelled but it’s manual
Thanks for the tip!