Peter;
Good and Bad !
I think they are better than a belly mower in some situations, and worse in others.
I really like to be able to pull straight up to something with the front mounted mower.
Cutting a circle around a tree, not so good. Belly type mower is much better
As an old hockey player and ice skating rink worker, I like to use the Zamboni technique.
Cutting a large area, start cutting around the perimeter 3 times in a counterclockwise pattern.
Then cut down the middle in the longest direction, and continue around the perimeter on the right side going down, and the right of the middle swatch coming back.
Keep moving over each time and continue until you have the entire area complete.
This technique allows the turning radius needed.
If you need help, tune in to the Stanley Cup Playoffs going on right now.
Dennis
Elsberry, MO
http://www.evalbum.com/1366
From: Peter Bishop [mailto:plnsbishop frontier com]
Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2011 9:13 PM
To: Elec-trak cosmos phy tufts edu
Subject: (ET) Front mount mower mowing pattern
OK, fellow ETers, is it just me or do front mount mowers suck for maneuverability? Wondering if anyone has any ideas for mowing patterns?
Pete Bishop
ph: 608-235-9390
e-m: plnsbishop frontier com
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