What Should I Choose?
Electric vs. Gas Mowers

It wasn’t that long ago you simply decided which brand of gas mower you wanted. Things have changed! We now have far superior battery technology and corded electric mowers that offer a viable alternative to gas mowers.

Let’s look at three types of mowers:

Gas mowers – require gasoline to run
Corded electric mowers – require a cord plugged into a power outlet to run
Battery powered electric mowers –
require a charged battery to run

Use the table below as a quick comparison guide.

Mower Type	Pros	Cons
Corded Electric Mower	Low maintenance Endless runtime Lightweight Easy to start	Requires a cord Not great maneuverability Not recommended for wet conditions
Battery Powered Mower	No gas required Low maintenance Lightweight Very maneuverable	Expensive batteries require replacement after 2-3 years Low runtime Long charge time Not recommended for wet conditions
Gas Mower	Lots of power Long runtime Durable Standardized affordable fuel	High maintenance More dangerous Heavy Can be hard to start

What to Consider When Evaluating Mowers

Power
You will likely want a model with power to spare if you are regularly mowing long or thick grass. The power of gas mowers is usually measured in torque. The average torque of a walk behind-gas powered mower is between 4.50 and 8.75 ft-lbs.

Torque specifications for electric mowers are hard to find. As a rule of thumb, if the electric motor power is 1,000w, with an RPM of 2,800, the torque of a battery mower would be approximately 2.5lb-ft — about a third of the power of a typical gas mower.

Usability
Consider factors such as: Ease of use, Weight, and Maneuverability. Will a cord get in the way while mowing? Are you strong enough to push a heavy mower around? Can you wait a few hours while a battery charges in the middle of mowing your lawn?

Runtime
In terms of runtime, a corded mower is the winner. As long as it is plugged into power, it can theoretically run forever! If you don’t want the hassle of a cord, then a gas mower is the next best thing. Battery mowers typically have a 30-60 minute run time.

Environmental Impact
Corded electric mowers are the most environmental and most cost-effective mower type. Gas mowers put out a lot of emissions – not really environmentally friendly.

Battery powered mowers put out zero emissions, but they do use power to charge the battery, and most batteries contain lithium. Lithium mining has a high environmental impact and old batteries need to be properly recycled.

Ongoing Costs
Gas models have a much higher ongoing cost than the other two choices.

Going back to the basics, you can always get a reel mower. They’re cheap, good for exercise and the environment, plus your neighbors will appreciate the sound of silence.

Which mower is best for you?
We hope this article helps to clarify some of the key differences between mowers.

Time to Go Outside

This is the time of year that Canadians start spending more time outdoors—it is also a great time to start a fitness routine. Here are 3 quick tips to get outside and to get in shape.

Be accountable. Having a buddy helps you stay committed to a fitness routine. Maybe you have a hiking buddy and the two of you can make a standing commitment to meet for a hike once a week?

Get the right gear. It could be kayaking, hiking the local trails, or simply going for a walk, you’ll need the right gear. In the case of kayaking that’s obvious. For hiking or even going for a walk the top piece of gear is going to be your footwear.

Get the right gear. Be sure to hydrate. Stay well-hydrated throughout your activity. Even if you’re gone for just an hour—take a litre of water with you. Of course, take more as it fits the circumstances.

Whatever it might be that you like to get up to when the weather gets warmer, we hope you love and enjoy every moment.

Health & Wellness

Simple Strawberry Smoothie

Greek yogurt and nut butter make this simple smoothie a refreshing reminder that basic can be beautiful.

Ingredients

1 cup whole frozen strawberries (about 10 large/medium)
¼ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter or nut butter of choice
2 tsp honey plus additional to taste (optional)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
¾ cup unsweetened almond milk

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