I have a large grassy weedy area that needs regular mowing. I went by Sears last night and was floored with all the choices of mowers. Please answer a few questions for me:
- I am attracted to the self-propelled gas-powered models. What is the advantage of a variable speed model over a single speed? The area to mow is relatively flat with a couple of sizeable dips/depressions.
- Most of them had Briggs-Stratton motors. One had a Honda motor. The ones I am interested in are 5 to 7 hp with most being 6.5 hp. Any thoughts on make and motor size?
- Most had 21 inch cuts but a couple were 22 inches. It seems that the 22 inch would do the work a little faster but may be less maneuverable.
- Most had regular size wheels but a couple had large back wheels. Would the bumpy terrain benefit much from the larger back wheels? Any other benefits?
- One had a push-button starter while most started by pulling a rope-starter. A couple said that they started faster and easier because of a some kind of "hotter engine" technology.
Guess those are my questions for now. They are all in the $250-400 price range. Thanks for your advice/suggestions.