GETTING YOUR FIRST CYLINDER MOWER // How to use a REEL MOWER, Tips and a YEARLY LAWN PLAN

[@nicholaswirth1011]

Man I’ve wanted a cylinder mower for years. I’ve been prepping and prepping and saving. Just got myself a fully refurbished Scott Bonar Queen 30” I bloody can’t wait to stripe it!!!!

[@lawnporn]

@@nicholaswirth1011 A Queen. What a beast

[@lukee2933]

Verry informative. I really wish I hade of found this before my first cut last Friday. Live and learn haha

[@lawnporn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@_Suzuka_Joe]

Just bought a McLane Reel mower! I needed this video

[@lawnporn]

Glad I could help

[@timthelawnmowerman]

Nice work mate. Very helpful for people. Keep up the good work Matt 👍

[@lawnporn]

Thanks, will do!

[@Denis-vr3sh]

This is the video everybody needs, but not what they deserve. Good vid thx!

[@lawnporn]

Thanks mate

[@TheOutbackLap]

Excellent video. Well done and thanks for sharing.

[@lawnporn]

Thank you so much.

[@wadekendall2799]

Good video mate! Very informative. Good luck with the back lawn over winter when that pup starts doing zoomies

[@lawnporn]

Yeah it’ll be another challenge for sure.

[@sabilce]

Works great! kzbin.infoUgkxprGGPRQoChQaA8u58dt7miEpxQBKiWeJ More difficult with longer grass, though, but I was expecting that. I have a small back yard, it seemed like overkill to buy a lawnmower with an engine. This is easy to carry in and out of the basement through the bulkhead. Very sharp (be careful). At the back of the mower are little wheels, which I use when pulling the mower backwards, so it's easy to readjust direction. I'm including a photo which shows the before and after for my lawn when it was at its longest. For long grass like that you really have to put some muscle into it, and I needed to go into a new section of grass with some momentum, but when the grass is only an inch or two higher than regular cut height it's quite easy. The lawn is still patchy and full of weeds, but at least it's a good height! A step in the right direction.

[@boyasaka]

I have a hayter rotary mower with rear roller and it stripes the lawn fantastically Yes it won’t cut as short as a cylinder but for the average garden it looks superb

[@lawnporn]

We were given a Toro Pro 560 and oddly, the next day they took it back and said they did not want us to use it.. I can only guess why but I think they don't want Autistic people reviewing their gear is the feeling I got... not sure. We are getting sent a Weibang hopefully which is similar and probably does just as good a job.

[@raceco6941]

Another great vlog thank You Matt, found it both interesting and informative as I’m considering purchasing a reel mower, so looking forward to further updates on your Mowmaster and Allett models . Appreciate your good knowledge and experience ~ keep safe and best wishes 👍

[@lawnporn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@zacdean2192]

Just getting into lawn care and your video are extremely helpful. What brand cylinder mower would you suggest for my first one ?? Thanks in advanced

[@jasonleocata6901]

Great video Matt! Just got my hands on a second hand Rover 45. Keen to get stuck in!

[@lawnporn]

Nice nice 👍

[@Gurbhej91]

Great content mate👍🏻 Any comment on truyard cylinder mower? Thanks

[@lawnporn]

Thank you. For the money they look alright but I’ve not used one before. The lack of a split rear roller turned me away.

[@lonewolf6364]

Great work Daumy, great video!

[@lawnporn]

Thanks mate

[@WoofyDad]

Good stuff mate. Cheers

[@lawnporn]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@JakePlaizierOfficial]

So keen for this vid

[@lawnporn]

Thanks

[@moderntouchfurniture]

Excellent video, I'm Subscribed. Great idea to practice running the mower without the blades spinning to get the feel of turning and operating the clutch before adding the nerve racking blades, then run at a high height for some blade spinning practice. Also any input on grooved rollers vs smooth?

[@lawnporn]

The grooved definitely feels better in use (by a smidge) but it’s great for low cuts as it allows some of the grass to stand up more for the cut that follows the front roller.

[@seanneagle9502]

great video!!! youll need to review the weibang rotary with rollaer or the masport rotorola!

[@lawnporn]

Great suggestion!

[@Szdday]

Great job mate! Cheers 🍻

[@lawnporn]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@lukecoombe6977]

Thanks for the video Matt it's a great introduction video great for middle of the week

[@lawnporn]

Glad you think so!

[@adeturfequipmentptyltd5402]

Great Video Matt!

[@lawnporn]

thank you.. was quite a bugger to upload.. had loads of issues but I got there...

[@kannaz83]

What are your thoughts on the bushranger cylinders? They start at about $1,500. This is vid awesome. So much knowledge in this vid for people starting out and those of us looking to step up our game. Great job mate.

[@lawnporn]

I still have a Bushranger 500CM and that is lent to my mates with a buffalo lawn. If you are looking around, The Allett is good and so is the MowMaster for a bit more money. The Bushy has a light plastic roller which isn't great but for the couch it seems ok. the cables get awfully sticky which is a know weakness.

[@roryalgate872]

I love your videos thanks mate

[@2burning2turning]

I have 900m2 lawn and wondering which cylinder mower will be best suited. I like the Kensington because of the cartridge system. Any advice would be great. Thanks.

[@nicksharples3277]

Very nice

[@lawnporn]

Thanks 🙏

[@jerzee3600]

Did you consider the Allett mower that is powered by the ego batteries. I am wanting to go over to the Ego system and it looks really good and so interested in why you didnt stick with the electric when moving to a cylinder mower?

[@lawnporn]

At the time of making this video, the Allett Stirling wasn’t available. I went the petrol Kensington over the Liberty (Greenworks battery) basically because of the little bit of extra weight the petrol system has. I have tried the Allett Stirling 51 and I’m getting one in the next shipment. I did a vid in the prototype. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGqZhImcnpaHarM

[@horse99lover]

Quick question, how are you supposed to move a cylinder mower around? Like from garage to backyard etc? Do you just push it along manually? Ours doesn’t move forward very well when it’s not running

[@lawnporn]

I move mine around by starting it up and using the drive.

[@DanBris76]

Great video! What are your thoughts on ozito battery cylinder mowers? I bought one (my first cylinder mower), and the cut is definitely much better than the rotary mower. I know they're not as good as the bigger $2000 cylinders, but how much difference would I see in my lawn if I upgraded to something as flash as your Allett?

[@lawnporn]

Thanks for checking out this vid. I have not used the Ozito so it’s a bit hard to comment. You’ll get the benefits of the scissor cut with the Ozito, which is the cut quality you are noticing from the rotary. The Allett will benefit from the lines produced by the roller, the weight of the roller and also you get the versatility of changing cartridges for different cultivations. The cut is lovely. Obviously a camera shot of the cut doesn’t probably pick up the difference in the cut quality in video screen, and I’ve seen plenty of pics of ‘this was cut with the Ozito’ etc - and the cut looks great, but I’d imagine in person the cut of the cylinder mower is better in person. Would it be that much of a difference that you would care? That’s an incredibly personal question only answered by you. Typically the curiosity of getting a ‘proper’ cylinder mower hooks people in and they don’t look back. If budget allows, get a cylinder mower like an Allett, MowMaster and there are some relatively decent (I’d imagine) cheaper reel mowers that get you into the club nicely (Masport, Cox, SupaSwift, Bushranger) and others. Remember, the cut really depends on the surface, lawn condition and type etc. Maybe look at this vid. The Allett and MowMaster cutting nicely, mowing starts at 5:54 if you want to jump ahead. Lines baby, lines!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHK7e2p_bbx2eMU

[@hbksaif]

Great video there mate. Just wanted your advice on rotary mowers 2 blade vs 4 blades. Do 4 blades necessary mean better cut? I have got tiftuf lawn. Cheers.

[@lawnporn]

the 4 blade with a powerful motor and sharp blades will give you a lovely cut, so will a 2 blade.. I have a couple of twin blades being the ego and one of my Hondas. I probably prefer them..

[@nippy2013]

Got my cylinder mower for $70 goes mint

[@lawnporn]

Always good 👍

[@aaronclausen654]

Fantastic video. Would you recommend a reel mower for tall fescue grass in Canberra? I want some striping action...

[@lawnporn]

Fantastic for sure. Adeturf.com.au are the distributor.

[@aaronclausen654]

@@lawnporn no drama with tall fescue needing to be cut higher than a reel mower can do or anything etc?

[@zachdailyfost4433]

Hey man, just curious I'm lookin at making a verticutter/groomer our of a dumpy junk box of a old Mclane with a 3hp briggs, what is the spacing on the blade and which would be better for KBG/PRG, creeping fescue lawn?

[@lawnporn]

probably the wider spaced vericutter for that grass type. My Allett Verticutter is 3.3cm apart from each blade.

[@zachdailyfost4433]

Thank you for the input! I will get my Maad scientist welder friend on it, whats a good stye of blade?

[@alandickson1629]

What about a Lawnmaster reel mower? I believe they are made in New Zealand. Are they still made. and do they ship over seas

[@lawnporn]

They are still made. In Australia they are bashed Bushranger

[@Mr_Mumble_PSN]

any tips of removing high spots or in general flatening out a lawn? (Sir walter buff)

[@mackeycharli256]

Can these be used on Sir Walter?

[@lawnporn]

Certainly can

[@benr7774]

What heights would you recommend for zoysia, buffalo and kikuyu, there is a lot of conflicting opinions out there

[@jakepalmer8623]

Hi mate I was just wondering when you get new turf put down how long should I wait to mow it? Cheers

[@christheownerofvacuumsands9104]

,.E NEMT M

[@lawnporn]

Depends on when it is starting to root in. In warmer weather this will be quicker. Once you can’t pull the turf mats up and you see some positive growth it is time to give it a very light mow.

[@jakepalmer8623]

@@lawnporn thanks a lot, I appreciate it

[@lawnporn]

@@jakepalmer8623 please note I just did an edit of the above response. Should have can’t pull the turf mats up, not can.

[@jakepalmer8623]

@@lawnporn haha yeah I gathered that. Cheers bud 👍🏽

[@derekcarey9104]

What does the old place look like now???

[@lawnporn]

Not great with the lawn.. the last place not sure as it was only the back lawn I did.

[@jallalsmith4698]

Can anyone help me I have buffalo grass which is thick I cut it on the highest level with the rotary mower I want to get a cylinder mower but will be pointless if the grass is to high and thick is there any suggestions how to make it low

[@lawnporn]

Renovation will need to be done and then train it to stay low with the cylinder mower.

[@garethrourke9417]

Land mines on the way😄

[@lawnporn]

Update, so far not too bad but a few close calls lol!!

[@dsmith9103]

What happens with a cylinder mower if your lawn isn't level or on a hill?

[@lawnporn]

depends on the situation. my back lawn has quite a slope but it isn't an issue.

[@Gino_567]

it'll scalp if you have high spots

[@dsmith9103]

@@Gino_567 Gathered that, its Buffalo to, so scalping it would cause issues I would imagine

[@Gino_567]

@@dsmith9103 I'm not too knowledgeable on Buffalo but I had this exact discussion the other day with someone and was told that scalping Buffalo is a bad idea for the health of it. So yeah, I wouldn't do it.

[@thepurdychannel8866]

I have a qualcast manual reel mower

[@lawnporn]

Nice bus. A bit of fun for sure

[@thepurdychannel8866]

@@stevea3200 great by manual i mean no engine not self propelled just to let you know

[@thepurdychannel8866]

@@stevea3200 panther

[@desmorider747]

Can this Kensington cut at 2 inches? Thanks

[@lawnporn]

No as only goes up to 32mm. An inch and a bit.

[@desmorider747]

@@lawnporn Thanks. Went with a Swardman. 2in cut.

[@FirstnameLastname-tb9dr]

Never understood the love of lines. Probably alone in this thought since almost every video talks about them.

[@lawnporn]

There is plenty of people who love the "carpet" look. Just got to mow in the same direction and toward the camera angle if you are taking a picture, it'll look darker green.

[@COLINJELY]

What City/State are you in?

[@lawnporn]

Port Augusta SA

[@Moe7133]

I wouldn’t use a Reel Mower unless you Prep your land! That is leveling and removing rocks and debris! Sharpening Reel mower blades are not cheap!

[@lawnporn]

Amen to that

[@MrDirt-zy1jp]

I Don't see a cylinder but I do see a reel.

[@johnhamilton9229]

I enjoyed the video and interested in getting a lawn porn hat. Do you sell them?

[@tommyfred6180]

never get an old greens mower. no grounds man will sale off a cylinder mower if its still in good nick. so if one is being offered its all but dead most of the time.

[@josephconsuegra6420]

Rotary mowers suck. The reel mowers do a superior job. Never going back to rotary.

[@lawnporn]

Yeah you can't beat the cylinder down low..

[@Youtubeuser1aa]

They don’t suck if you don’t want to spend $3000 for a mower