Why Does My Riding Mower Leave Strips of Grass?
A troubleshooting guide for riding mower streaking, covering blade wear, deck pitch, tire pressure, ground speed and deck cleaning on large lawns.
Riding Mowers
Riding mowers for 1/2 acre to 5+ acres: lawn tractors that mow and tow, heavier garden tractors with cast front axles for hills and ground-engaging attachments, and battery riders. Every guide compares deck width and construction, engine or battery, transmission, slope rating and towing capacity.
Mowing Time Calculator
Open the calculatorLawn size, deck width and speed in; minutes per mow out. Or work backward from the time you want to spend.
Why Is My Zero Turn Cutting Uneven?
A step-by-step troubleshooting guide to fix an uneven zero-turn cut by checking tire pressure, leveling the deck, and inspecting blades.
How Long Do Electric Riding Mower Batteries Last?
A complete guide to electric riding mower battery lifespan and runtime per charge, covering lead-acid and lithium packs, replacement timing, and storage care.
How Many Hours Does a Riding Mower Last?
A practical guide to riding mower lifespan, covering engine maintenance, digital hour meters, deck upkeep, and service intervals on acreage.
How to Measure the Slope of Your Yard
A step-by-step guide to measuring yard slope using a string line, level, or angle gauge to find your rise, run, and grade percentage.
What Is the MAX Slope for a Riding Mower?
A practical guide to riding mower slope limits: manual ratings, traction hazards, rollover risks, and safe hillside mowing practices for large properties.
Are Zero Turn Mowers Safe on Hills?
Zero-turn mowers risk traction loss and rollover on steep slopes; learn how drive systems behave on hills and how to stay safe.
Is a 42 Inch Mower Big Enough for 2 Acres?
A 42-inch mower can cut 2 acres, but mowing takes longer than with a larger deck: here is how cut times, yard terrain, and…
What Size Zero Turn Do I Need for My Acreage?
A step-by-step guide to choosing the right zero-turn deck size and power for your property acreage, terrain, obstacles and mowing time.
What Size Riding Mower Do I Need?
A step-by-step guide to choosing the right riding mower deck size and tractor style for your lawn acreage, obstacles, and terrain.