Light, maneuverable, economical, and environmentally friendly, the Scotts 2000-20 Classic Push Reel Lawnmower handles thick turf with ease and provides a quiet, pollution-free solution for any lawn. The mower’s dual tracking wheels and ultra-sharp steel blades ensure easy, accurate cutting and efficient operation. Powered by you, the mower has a wide cutting path and quick-snap height adjusters that ensure effortless operation and keep you in complete control of your grass height..caption {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif;font-size: 10px;font-weight: bold;font-style: italic;}ul.indent {list-style: inside disc;text-indent: 20px;}img.withlink {border:1px black solid;}a.nodecoration {text-decoration: none}A wid [Read More...]
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August 28th, 2009 at 1:56 pm
This summer, sick of my dirty, smelly, loud gas-powered mower, I decided to purchase a reel mower. As someone who considers himself to be environmentally friendly, I no longer felt comfortable using a polluting machine on my lawn. At the same time, I didn’t want to turn lawn mowing into a huge, difficult task. After researching every model on the market, I decided I would give the Scotts 2000-20 reel mower a try. My idea of lawn mowing has completely changed. What used to be a tedious, annoying task is now pleasant and relaxing, due to the ease of use and functionality of this mower. Out of the box, it is very clear how to put this mower together, and it should take no more than about 30 minutes to get the assembly done. Just remember to put some dishwashing detergent inside the rubber handle cover before you slide it on. Then you’re ready to go. The height adjustment, which is located near one of the rear wheels, is very easy to access: you simply push a lever in and slide it to the correct height level. The height levels are clearly marked right on a dial (a lot easier than having to get out your wrench and screwdriver for most gas-powered mowers). In actual cutting, this mower is very smooth. With minimal energy, the blades spin with good speed and torque, easily cutting the grass down to size. I have a somewhat weedy lawn, and I was concerned that this mower might bog down, but it cuts everything with the same smoothness. My lawn also has several uneven spots, but this mower handled that nicely as well. The rear wheels keep the mower balanced as you push it. If you push faster, of course, the blades will run faster. However, at a casual pace, the blades definitely spin fast enough to take care of a typical lawn. I have even “let my lawn go” a couple of times this summer (it grew to about 6″ in height at one point), but the mower handles it just fine. As you’re mowing, you’ll notice that there is a lot less dust flying around, no smell of fumes, and you can listen to birds and natural sounds the entire time you’re outside. This reel mower cuts the grass more cleanly for sure — you can see that the grass is greener when you’re done, without brown tips. When I cut my lawn, I leave the cuttings there and allow them to mulch into the soil. The mower is light enough to lift and carry into a storage area. You don’t have to keep oil and gas around, so this mower takes up the minimal amount of space. Here are the only disadvantages to this mower: (1) You can only get about 6″ to an edge; (2) If a stick gets into the blade, you have to stop and pull it out; (3) You will not be visiting the local lawnmower repair shop every season for a tune up, spark plugs, air filter, and any number of other unpredictable problems. Since I started using this mower, several people have asked me if it’s more difficult to use, if it’s slower, or cuts worse. I assume potential buyers are asking the same questions. I will venture to say that it is actually JUST AS EASY TO USE A REEL MOWER AS IT IS TO USE A GAS-POWERED MODEL. There is NOTHING about a gas-powered mower than makes it easier to use, and gas-powered mowers do not save any time, espcially when you consider all the peripheral needs of owning one. Overall, this is an example of a simple, low-tech solution to a common need.
August 28th, 2009 at 3:05 pm
I just eagerly put my reel mower together, having spent much time researching whether I should get one or not. The reviews on here were especially helpful. In short, I’m glad I bought it.
Pluses:
1. Safer: no flying rocks or other projectiles, your kids won’t sneak up on you and get extremities caught in the blade the way they do with gas mowers. As an ED physician, this is an especially important observation that I don’t think had been pointed out before.
2. Quieter: my neighbors are thankful, as are my ears
3. No smoke, no gas fumes
4. Easier handling than gas mower, lighter, can get in crevices more easily and safely
5. Better for environment, save on gas, oil.
6. Easier to start-up; I’m more likely to cut the grass with this mower
7. Doesn’t take any longer to mow then lawn vs. a gas mower (and if you gas mower is finicky, will probalby be faster).
Negatives:
1. Requires a bit more elbow grease with thick grass, especially on hills. Not a lot more, but a bit more (good exercise though).
2. Tall grass/weeds will not be easily cut with this; anything taller than 6-8 inches probably won’t spring back up in time for the blades to cut them
3. 20″ cutting swath a bit more narrow than your average gas mower, so you may need a few more passes. On flat land, it’s no problem whatsoever.
I’m happy with this mower, how well it holds up remains to be seen. Construction quality is decent, the price and free shipping can’t be beat. Haven’t tried the $200+ models of reel mowers, so I can’t comment.
If you have a smaller (< 0.5 acre), relatively flat yard, what are you waiting for?! If you like to think of mowing the lawn as exercise and have a bit larger yard, this may also be for you. Lastly, if you have kids and safety is a concern, (yes, you Volvo all-wheel-drive owners out there), a reel mower is also the way to go.
August 28th, 2009 at 3:15 pm
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good for small level lawns
Cuts very well and not very hard to push at all. I’ve got a small lawn of fresh sod and this mower is perfect. Does not cut down tall weeds.
August 28th, 2009 at 3:40 pm
I probably should have known better after reading several of the reviews here… There’s nothing wrong with this mower, it’s just that I’m the wrong guy to own it.
Reel mowers work best when they only remove a small portion of the grass blade at a time. If you go on vacation, get hit with a lot of rain, or have some other reason why you can’t mow and your lawn gets too long, this mower will do a poor job of cutting it. It also has difficulty with some (particularly tall) weeds.
In general, a power rotary mower with sharp blades will more easily give you that near-perfect “carpet” look to your lawn. A power rotary mower also cuts closer to the edges of the mowing area (this mower can only get 2-3 inches from the outside edge of the wheels).
That said, using this mower is good exercise and it gets the job done in many cases. Here are the attributes which represent a good candidate for this mower:
1. Owns a small (less than 1/4 acre) lawn.
2. Maintains lawn in good condition (healthy, few weeds, etc.)
3. Is committed to regular (~2x per week) mowing.
4. Has a reason to not use a rotary mower:
- Noise
- Exhaust emissions
- Use of fossil fuels
- Other
5. Is not allergic to exercise ;)
If you meet these requirements you’ll probably be happy with it. In my case, my lawn is too large and I’m too picky about how it looks after I mow it :(
August 28th, 2009 at 4:47 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
better than previous reviews suggest
Pro’s: Takes down tallish weeds reasonably well. Balks at creeping crab grass but hey–it’s still green.
I love the “whrrrr”.
August 28th, 2009 at 4:58 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
I did it!
I just mowed my front and back lawn in less than 30 minutes. Mind you, they are both small, but I am not a physically strong person, either.
August 28th, 2009 at 5:59 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
great on st augustine
works great so far…i have only mowed with it for a couple months…the handle is a little on the not-so-sturdy side, but i can always weld it when it annoys me enough…
August 28th, 2009 at 8:22 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Easy to use.Comfortable. Not heavy at all. Best lawn mower ever. I would recommend this to anyone with not a lot of grass and even girls can use it!
best lawn mower
August 28th, 2009 at 10:55 pm
2.0 out of 5 stars
southeast Texas
I live in Pearland, Texas and I have St. Augustine grass. I have a ten-year-old gas-powered Toro and I cut my grass 3″ high.
August 29th, 2009 at 1:20 am
3.0 out of 5 stars
Acceptable performance for the right lawn
Having read some recent reviews that convey disappointment with this product I wish to convey the following. You have to mow at least every week, period no exceptions!
August 29th, 2009 at 3:36 am
1.0 out of 5 stars
Do not buy this product!
I loved the idea of lessoned my carbon footprint and used the mower this summer with glee even if the appearance of the lawn is less than perfect.
August 29th, 2009 at 4:06 am
1.0 out of 5 stars
I really, really wanted to like this mower
I really, really wanted to like this mower. After having read all of the reviews on Amazon and elsewhere, I was extremely excited to purchase this mower near the end of the last…
August 29th, 2009 at 5:50 am
4.0 out of 5 stars
Woks great for lighter jobs
As long as your gras is nor longer than 5 inches, this is a great product. For me it works great as secondary lawn mower, fro small lighter jobs.