[Earthway SPREADER REVIEW] 2050p and Evn-Spred

[@RonHenry]

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[@RonHenry]

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[@bobbygadams4604]

New to reel mowing and taking ownership of my lawn. Will be working with Bermuda sod that was laid down last October. I've literally lost track of how many Ron Henry videos I've watched this week, which should say it all. Excellent content and the interesting, well-spoken, expert delivery makes it worth my while. Thanks Ron!

[@RonHenry]

Thanks so much Bobby! Really appreciate you watching the content.

[@DrWho-Tardis]

Ron, I just ordered the Earthway 2050p…I rely upon your recommendations, thank you very much!

[@bermudaphil121]

I rock that exact same earthway spreader as you have, and I love it! The plastic wheels on the Scott's spreaders are just terrible, although I do understand people do have financial restraints. Keep grinding and growing your channel while providing us with the lawncare knowledge!!!! Great job!👍🏽👌🏽

[@RonHenry]

Thanks Phil! Really appreciate the kind words. The Scotts line of spreaders aren't bad. I just haven't had good experiences with them. I'm sure there's a lot of people that use them very successfully. After running an Earthway, I can't see really going back. If anything, I'd upgrade to a newer one but honestly there's really no need. This one works very well and so far has been very reliable.

[@NinosYoukhana]

I got me one…Thank you for your recommendation!

[@RonHenry]

Noice! :-)

[@LawnNOrder]

Great video. I love my Earthway 2600a. The tires are money and make it so much easier.

[@RonHenry]

You have the big boy. :-) Perhaps one day I'll upgrade. Then I'll have to make a video called "The spreader I said I wasn't gonna buy but did anyways." :-D. The tires make all the difference in how nice it is to apply products to the lawn. I really enjoy using it.

[@russellfowler8186]

Hey Ron, hope you’re doing well. I finally picked up an Andersons 2000SR for this season. The thing is a tank! Stainless steel frame, huge hopper and pneumatic tires. Also has a huge spread radius, for making less passes. It’s time to step up your game again and get one of these!

[@RonHenry]

Holy cow Russell! You're not kidding about that thing being a tank. I've never even heard of that brand for spreaders. It's even more hard core than the Lesco. What do you think of it so far? So jealous! 😎 🙌

[@russellfowler8186]

It’s awesome. I was skeptical because of the price, but once you use it you see where the money went. The quality is 2nd to none. The spread pattern is super accurate and the hopper holds a ton of material. It even comes with a rain cover so you can spread in the rain and your material stays dry. I’ve used it a few times so far this year and I love it

[@br1anand]

Great video Ron! Starting to shop for this now in 2024. The lowest price is $229...got to love inflation!

[@RonHenry]

Inflation is a thing

[@farva75089]

THIS AINT NO JOKE ORDEREING MINE TODAY LMFAO!

[@davidn685]

Just ordered mine. Have had a hand me down Scott’s Edge Guard the past year, leaves terrible green lines where it’s dumping tons of product instead of broadcasting it evenly. Thanks Ron

[@glockhead4597]

My little scotts fell apart yesterday evening . The rotating thing below the hopper just flew off , no way to fix the cheap plastic. Your advice has been spot on for many of my questions so far so I just ordered one , due in on the 26th . They now cost $139.00 everywhere .

[@RonHenry]

Nice Glock Head. I think you'll like the Earthway. I've had good success with mine. Let me know how it works out for you. 😎👍

[@MrJohnnycearley]

Best channel ever!!!!

[@RonHenry]

Thanks so much Johnny. I really appreciate it.

[@rbruce63]

That’s the one I’ve got! As soon as I saw it I the store, as nobody uses them in Costa Rica, I bought it! However, I’ve never gone as far as 7.5 I’ve seen that you apply Milorganite at 25!

[@RonHenry]

When I used Milo, I was applying it pretty heavily.

[@richardgleason5953]

I use the Earthway EV-N-SPREAD. I always rinse it out after applying potentially corrosive products such as fertilizers.

[@RonHenry]

That’s a good tip about rinsing it Richard. I haven’t been doing that. Will start. It makes a lot of sense.

[@IAmPaisleyB]

Definitely buying one today

[@RonHenry]

You won’t regret it. It’s a great spreader.

[@RussC123]

I think I read a few times that these sling product backwards at your legs.. do you find that to be the case?

[@RonHenry]

I don't find that to be the case of me Russ. Then again, I usually wear boots when applying products so don't really notice.

[@SunnyBermuda]

☀️Nice! That a little Milo stain in the bottom of the hopper? 😂 I use the Empro 100lb spreader. Big tires are nice! ☀️

[@RonHenry]

Yeah man. Milo stain is in full effect. I was going to clean it out prior to shooting the video but figure it's better to show that the spreader actually puts in work. :-) How do you like your Embro? 100lb capacity is pretty sweet. Probably speeds up your application times I imagine. 👍

[@SunnyBermuda]

@@RonHenry - It's really nice; plan to do a review on it soon. Stay tuned!

[@RonHenry]

I'll look out for it!

[@mitchhowden5860]

Which direction should the spreader rotate? I took the gear box apart and want to make sure I put it back together properly

[@raymiller6074]

Great video, you made me a subscriber! I am in need of a new spreader. Was waiting on the Echo RB60 to go on sale in a month, but now LCN did a video on it and there nowhere to be found. This one is on my short list!

[@RonHenry]

Thanks for the sub Ray. Really appreciate you trusting me with a bit of your time by watching the content. The Echo is a nice unit too. The reason why I recommend the Earthway is most of the higher end lawn care products list calibration settings for it on there. Thanks again for watching man. I appreciate the support.

[@lxiong1077]

My lawn is about 7k with obstacles. I bought the Scotts Pro Edgeguard, the version prior to the latest Elite model. It works great and unlike the elite model the version I have has the pneumatic tires and it’s night and day for bumpy terrain. Can’t beat $40 on Craigslist for practically brand new.

[@RonHenry]

Nice. That’s an awesome find. I guess they’ve improved them over the years. My experience with them wasn’t very good. The Earthway has been rock solid for me though.

[@shanefox6016]

I bought one exactly like that. Any setting lower than 12 does not disperse any product. I have to constantly shake it as I’m rolling it and then it shoots out uneven. Any ideas on how to fix that? The product seems to just sit below the pin.

[@RonHenry]

I've not experienced that issue Shane. Which product are you trying to apply?

[@shanefox6016]

@@RonHenry Scott’s fall turf builder just the other day. Also milorganite as well. The openings work fine but it just doesn’t seem to fall through if less than around 12. Kind of frustrating having to walk and bounce it at the same time

[@loubino18]

Hi, I too enjoy Ron's videos! Question: is there a conversion chart showing EV-N-Spred spreader, with Scott's products? That is, if Scott's product says use setting of "3", what's the setting for EV-N-Spred spreader? Appreciate your help!

[@RonHenry]

It depends on the product Lou. On our product descriptions, we have conversions for Scott's spreaders. For example this: golfcourselawn.store/products/country-club-16-0-8-humic-max-and-mesa%C2%AE-by-lebanonturf-sgn-150

[@adammeloche2947]

My front and back is only 7000sqft, I think the scotts work well for the smaller lawns like I have, it doesn't get much of a beating in one season.

[@RonHenry]

I can totally see that. On smaller lawns without a bunch of hills the Scotts spreader probably works well. I should have pointed that out in the video. I didn't want to turn it into a Scotts bashing video. Just wanted to share that it wasn't a fit for me.

[@notta3d]

Great review. Purchased one of these and paid a good price but I get irritated because I use all Scott's products which has the settings for Scott's brand spreaders. Going to hang in there with it though.

[@RonHenry]

I hear you nottta3d. Where the earthway often shines is when it comes to more professional grade products like fungicides and Lebanon Turf fertilizers. For those products you find settings for Scotts's spreaders.

[@smusgrav]

Might have to get me one once my Scott’s die (I have the bigger one it’s okay but maybe after this season will have upgrade - on 3rd season of it)

[@RonHenry]

Nice Scott. If the Scotts is working for you then keep rolling with it. I wouldn't change something that's working. Besides, it's cool to have your name on the spreader you're using. :-) No one makes a "Henry" spreader that I know of.

[@ericstinnett9182]

Great video, I'm also looking at the Spiker spreader.Anderson 2000s vs Spiker? 🤔🤔

[@RonHenry]

Hmm.. I don't have any experience with those so can't say how they'd do Eric.

[@ericstinnett9182]

Great video, I have the Scotts the one with the side blocker. I got it around $70 bucks still works ok. Looking to up grade, I watch a couple of videos on the Anderson 2000sr. The price is up there, but the quality people really like. They say it's the Mercedes of the spreaders. 😂 Thanks

[@RonHenry]

Nothing wrong with upgrading Eric. Here's something I'd do. Look at the product label for products you're interested and see if the Anderson spreader is listed there. If you're getting a new one, might as well ensure you're not going to have to do spreader conversions just to use the products you want.

[@bryanschrum1542]

I have that same Earthway and really like it! My only complaint (and this is minor and doesn’t effect the use of it) is the foam handle is tearing in a few places. Looks like yours is too. Shows that we use them hard I guess.

[@RonHenry]

Definitely B Schrum. Mine is tearing like you say. I supposed if it gets too bad I can always tape it or add new foam. Outside of that the spreader has been awesome. Rock solid product in my opinion that works pretty well for the price you pay. 😎🌿

[@richcat3198]

Hey Ron you said Sand & Seed? Do you mix them together and then spread them? Thx AF Rich

[@RonHenry]

Heya Richard. Yep! I mix sand and seed in order to get more even coverage. I go into detail on the process I use here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqqXnZZnbJ2Weas I've hard great results doing it this way. Are you thinking about overseeding this season?

[@diyr8085]

Have you hand any jam issues? Where it stays open? My Scott’s is notorious for this.

[@RonHenry]

Not really Diy'r. The hopper feed holes are manually actuated vs. being spring loaded like some of Scott's unit. The Earthway is a tier above those spreaders in my opinion.

[@diyr8085]

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[@randyman8984]

Ron I have the Scott's elite I like it it's not the air tires but very close., Its like sponge tires. To be honest with you I don't use it much anymore. I am spraying alot more. Only because I live on a slope. It seems like every time I spread granular I'd get a big monsoon and I know I got a lot of wash away.

[@RonHenry]

You're spraying your fertilizer these days instead of using a granular? The next time you aerate, you might be able to get away with using the spreader again since there'll be cavities to prevent the fertilizer from washing away quite so easily. Which fert are you spraying?

[@randyman8984]

@@RonHenry I've been using the Greene county fertilizer products and I just sprayed 15-0-0, it's 2 and 1/2 gallons I got from tractor supply for $30. He has 6% iron too. Enough to last me 2-3 seasons. Also bought a gallon of of sea kelp from Amazon for $30. I do have 10 bags of milorganite that I will be using. The aeratng and then putting it down is a great idea.

[@RonHenry]

A 15-0-0 sounds like a fert for feeding the lawn without too much risk of burning. The 6% iron really has me thinking. 🤔 Might have to try some of that out this season. :-)

[@randyman8984]

@@RonHenry they also have other different variations of liquid, I seen a 10 10 10, 20 20 20 and another one.. the Bermuda application rate for the 15-0-0 is 4- 10 ounces per thousand

[@RonHenry]

Randy Man it sounds similar to the Supreme green product I use.

[@reedkellum9429]

Ron, great channel keep it up. Do you feel that the handle is long enough? I m thinking of getting one because my Scotts DXL handle is just too low/short. I'm not a very tall person (5"10) but its still too low. Since I have heard you say you are a taller guy does this handle work well for you or are you bent over and still kind of pushing from your waist?

[@RonHenry]

Hi Reed. I've not noticed it being too short. I'm 6'4" and don't have an issue using it. I've never felt slumped over when using the spreader.

[@c.g.6394]

I currently have a Scott's DXL Spreader but it's time for and up grade. The fertilizer i use has large size pellets and as of late doesn't seem to throw it well. Ron, what spreader do you recommend for the type of fertilizer I use which is Yard Mastery products?

[@RonHenry]

Hi C. G. I HIGHLY recommend the Earthway 2050P. I like it so much that last year I bought another one and gave my old to my neighbor. It's still going strong. Awesome spreader. ron-henry.com/earthway Thanks for watching the content.

[@jrobertraymond]

Hey Ron where do you get your Proscape products? I'm from NJ and I used Proscape there alot. Was trying to find a reseller down here in Ga. and haven't found anyone really. I went to Siteone in Budford this weekend and they told me they could sell the product but they don't have it stocked.. I really like the Proscape 19-0-19 for the spring app.

[@RonHenry]

Heya Robert. I get my Proscape from a local place called Central Turf and Irrigation. If Site One can order it for you, I'd totally go for it. Lebanon Turf makes a great product. I've been really happy with their fertilizers. Let me know if I can help with anything else.😎👍

[@jrobertraymond]

@@RonHenry Thanks that's close to my job

[@brianross7233]

Ron, Great channel, you are the go to guy for lawn info. Thank you! Two quick questions if you have time. 15000 SQ feet, would you recommend the 2050P or the 2600A? How do you gauge the spacing when you spread, so as not to skip or overlap?

[@RonHenry]

Heya Brian, Sure. I'm happy to answer any questions you have. I don't see them in this comment. Can you post them here? 😎👍

[@RonHenry]

Seeing the questions now Brian. For 15000 square feet, I’d go with the larger spreader. The 2050P which is an 80lb unit. amzn.to/2SKltPA As far as spacing, you kind of learn from using the spreader. It casts at least an 8 foot wide path depending on the product you’re putting down so you’d want to build in the just a bit of overlap. You’ll get better at it with time. Let me know if I can help with anything else.

[@brianross7233]

Ron, Thank you for the quick reply, I appreciate it very much!

[@RonHenry]

Very welcome Brian!

[@alexandersackman8611]

Hey Ron, great video. I am thinking about upgrading from my Scotts spreader to this one. The only question I have (sorry if you mentioned this already in the video) is does this spreader have a side guard that you can turn on when making trim passes? If not, how do you recommend dealing with spreading next to sidewalk, driveways, etc.?

[@RonHenry]

You can close off some of the holes to prevent throwing onto the sidewalk Alexander. I typically just blow off hardscape once I'm done anyways.

[@loubino18]

..... or start 4 to 6" in off the sidewalk - really don't need edge-guard.

[@Mickdrives4fun]

I am working my tail off Brother trying to get my lawn close to yours

[@RonHenry]

You'll get it there. Remember this is 5 years or so of effort. Still not happy with how it's looking this year. Mother Nature isn't giving us hot weather. It's messing with the lawn's green up. :-|

[@Smurfe04]

I bought this one and I am not a big fan. It only throws straight ahead and to the right side unless I am doing something wrong. It does not spread in a fan pattern straight ahead like the model with the bucket hopper that you can choose the pattern

[@RonHenry]

i Smurfe04. Make sure the trim guard isn't closing off one of the holes. I believe one is closed off. There's a flap you need to rotate underneath the hopper to make sure all the holes are open. Once you do that, it should throw material everywhere. Hope this helps.

[@Smurfe04]

@@RonHenry thank you so much. I just looked and indeed this appears to be the issue.

[@RonHenry]

Happy we cracked the case smurfe04!

[@bross824]

Based on Ron's review, I bought one of these a year ago, deeply disappointed! I talked to customer service a couple of times, they were happy to help, just not very effective. Not at all pleased. Thinking I will "upgrade" to a drop spreader and be done with it!

[@RonHenry]

Sorry to hear that you didn't have a good experience with the Earthway B Ross. I love mine. A drop spreader wouldn't work for the kinds of products I apply. Glad you found a spreader that works well for you. Appreciate you watching. 😎🙏

[@bross824]

Thanks for the reply! I really learn alot from your channel. I lived down by Savannah for about eight years, I miss it. I now live in "cool season grass" country. An idea for a video, which products work in which type of spreader. Keep up the good work, you are my favorite channel!

[@RonHenry]

That’s a great idea B Ross about the spreader comparison. Nothing wrong with having cool season grass now. It can still look great when cared for properly. Appreciate you watching the content. Thanks for the support. 🙏😎

[@thomko1318]

Looks so much better then a plastic wheel scotts

[@RonHenry]

And let's face it. Looking good is part of the process right? :-D

[@thomko1318]

Ron Henry very true✅

[@thomko1318]

Ron Henry do you use Snapchat I added you

[@RonHenry]

Racing stripes on the TruCut. :-D

[@RonHenry]

Added you back. :-)

[@adamreed1750]

I have a cheap scotts 3000. Its falling apart. A spreader will be my next purchase.

[@RonHenry]

You won't regret the Earthway Adam. It's a great prosumer level spreader.

[@Robert-ug5hx]

I had a scotts elite didnt care for it ,

[@RonHenry]

It's a decent sprayer but not really prosumer grade.