Briggs & Stratton 3300 PSI Pressure Washer Review
Many of the tools we review at PTR end up being tested and used on inner-city work projects. This is […]
Werner D6216-3 16 ft Fiberglass Extension Ladder Review
It’s a long story, but…termites. That’s what got me interested in reviewing the Werner D6216-3 16 ft fiberglass extension ladder. It’s […]
Operate a Chainsaw Naked…Get Arrested
Rule #1 of operating a chainsaw: Clothing is NOT optional. Apparently, Lindsay Medd Stevens (a man) didn’t get that memo. […]
Briggs & Stratton Amplifi Hose Powering System Review
Briggs & Stratton is a name I’ve often associated with high-power, reliable outdoor tools, but their new Amplifi Hose Powering […]
Craftsman Long Handle Digging Shovels
Craftsman’s new Long Handle and the matching D-Handle Digging Shovels are made in the USA. The new shovels, branded by Craftsman (and available at Sears and Kmart), feature Powerstep plates which give you tons of room and lots of leverage for using your boots to really dig in deep, even in compacted soil. The round point blade also feature a nice serrated edge for when you want to rock it back and forth to really saw through tough material.
ECHO PB-770T Backpack Blower Review
I’ve used several blowers in the past, each with its strengths and weaknesses. You start to really form opinions and […]
ECHO PE-280 Edger Review
Lawn care is of utmost importance in my neighborhood – at least it is if you want to avoid the nasty stares and angry looks of neighbors tired of wild grass and haphazard edging. Professionals know this – and so do consumers. Echo’s PE-280 Perfect Edge Edger seems to go mostly after the former group, with its 28.1cc engine and pro features that take edging a step beyond the products designed solely for the casual homeowner. What the PE-280 does is provide plenty of power in a lightweight package – and then gives you the features you need, and nothing you don’t. It’s a pro-level product for sure, but with a 5-year consumer warranty, serious lawn-nazi’s are going to have a hard time passing it up.
Homelight Powercare and EZ Clean Surface Cleaner Attachments Recall
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with Homelight Consumer Products has announced a voluntary recall of the […]
STOK Quattro 4-Burner Gas Grill Review
It’s hard to reinvent the gas grill, but with removable grill inserts, STOK (Special Technology in Outdoor Kitchens) has taken […]
ECHO HC-165 24″ Hedge Trimmer Review
ECHO is known for its excellent outdoor equipment that caters to both professionals and consumers. Now, the new HC-165 gas-powered Hedge Trimmer proves itself to be a pro-quality product with features that are the perfect blend of convenient and unobtrusive. With a 5-position rotating handle, the HC-165 Hedge Trimmer is one of the most ergonomic trimmers we’ve used. That translates into more cutting, with less time adjusting your position to angle the blade. Want to make a left-handed vertical cut? No problem. We also found that the blades were quite sharp – and stayed that way. And the i-30 starter cranked the trimmer up after just a few pulls. The HC-165 is also quite portable and easy to carry – plus, it stores over 16 oz of fuel so you spend more time cutting and less re-filling the tank.