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2026-10-01
The gas vs battery chainsaw question comes down to three things: will it start cold, how long does the juice really last, and does that battery fit anything else you own.
2026-10-01
Cordless blower and gas chainsaw work is a two-tool job, not a one-tool job. Here is the order I clear a storm-damaged yard in, and the checks that matter before you buy either one.
2026-09-21
A storm cleanup chainsaws and leaf blowers shortlist covering two gas backpack blowers, a 650 CFM cordless model, and three saws, compared on airflow, bar length, and power source.
2026-09-21
A practical comparison of cordless chainsaw and leaf blower options for storm debris, from a 12-inch brushless battery saw to a 62cc gas saw, plus the sharpening kit that keeps a chain cutting.
2026-09-21
A practical look at six chainsaws and leaf blowers, gas and battery, and how to pick the one that starts cold, moves wet debris, and fits the batteries you already own.
2026-09-21
A practical comparison of the best chainsaws and leaf blowers for storm cleanup and yard work, sorted by power source, bar length, airflow, and what comes in the box.
2026-09-21
A practical comparison of chainsaws and leaf blowers for limb cleanup, storm debris, and weekend yard work, focused on the specs that decide whether a tool earns its space in the garage.
2026-09-21
A practical chainsaw and leaf blower shortlist for storm cleanup and yard work, from a 38-cc Husqvarna gas saw to a 680 CFM cordless blower, plus the maintenance parts that keep gas equipment running.
2026-09-21
A storm-season look at chainsaw and leaf blower options, from a 692 CFM gas backpack blower to a 20-volt pole saw, and what to compare before you spend.
2026-09-21
A practical comparison of cordless chainsaws and leaf blowers for storm cleanup and routine yard work, covering bar length, battery capacity, platform fit, and what each kit actually includes.
2026-09-21
A practical guide to chainsaws and leaf blowers for storm cleanup and yard work, comparing bar length, engine and battery class, platform compatibility, airflow, and what ships in each kit.
2026-09-21
A practical guide to chainsaws and leaf blowers for storm cleanup, limb cutting, and fall yard work, from a 692-CFM gas backpack blower to a battery pole saw and a cordless combo kit.
2026-09-11
The gas chainsaw vs cordless leaf blower argument misses the point. Four tools, two fuel sources, and the cold-start, wet-debris, and battery-platform tests that decide what actually stays in the truck.
2026-09-11
A gas chainsaw and leaf blower comparison from a storm crew's point of view: two gas saws, a 692 CFM backpack blower, and an 18V cordless blower, sorted by the job each one finishes.
2026-09-11
A cordless mini chainsaw and leaf blower comparison from a former storm-crew lead: four battery tools, what each one does well, and which to buy first.
2026-09-11
A working comparison of a cordless leaf blower, a Husqvarna tune up kit, and two chainsaw sharpening kits, judged on airflow, battery platform, and whether a chain still bites.
2026-09-11
A cordless chainsaw and leaf blower comparison built around storm-season priorities: cold starts, wet wood, wet leaves, battery platforms, and the specs that get stretched.
2026-09-11
A crew leader's comparison of chainsaw sharpening kits and cordless yard gear, with the cold-start and wet-debris standards that decide what rides in the truck.
2026-09-11
A gas chainsaw and backpack blower comparison from a former tree-service crew lead: what cuts wet wood, what moves wet leaves, and where battery actually wins.
2026-09-11
A gas chainsaw and leaf blower get all the attention on storm calls, but the two drills in this lineup decide whether a kit can patch what the wind tore loose. Here is how each tool earns or loses its spot.

2026-09-03
Chainsaw buying guide for occasional yard work, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-31
How to sharpen a chainsaw chain with a file, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-29
Well, the marketing says "all-day power." I've got a 70-pound lab named Rusty who disagrees with that claim every time I strap one of these on, because he.

2026-08-28
What is the our pick: ego power+ 16" best for The EGO 16-inch is the saw I grab when the job is too big for a trimmer but not worth firing up the gas Stihl.

2026-08-27
I've cut trees off two roofs this year, and I've rebuilt more carburetors than I can count.

2026-08-26
I've cut trees off two roofs this year, and neither homeowner cared whether my saw was gas or battery.

2026-08-25
Well, there's a tree on a roof in this county right now, and I've got a 20-inch gas saw in the truck that'll handle it.

2026-08-24
What is the 63cc gas chainsaw with 20-inch and 18-inch bars best for The biggest problem with this saw is that nobody has heard of the brand. I get it. When I tell my crew I'm testing a no-name 58CC, they roll their eyes.

2026-08-23
Well, the cordless leaf blower pitch sounds perfect until you're standing in a wet driveway in November with a dead battery and a yard that looks like a.

2026-08-22
I've cut trees off two roofs this year, and I've spent the last six seasons timing batteries with my phone and reading warranty cards before I look at.

2026-08-21
Well, the marketing says cordless is the future, and I get it. I've got a battery trim kit in my truck and I use it more than I thought I would.

2026-08-20
Compact walking pad with handle bar, 3.0HP motor, low noise for home use.

2026-08-19
What is the ego power+ 765 cfm best for The first thing you should know about my EGO is that the battery died on me at minute 22 during the spring pollen cleanup, and I wasn't mad. I was timing it. The 765 CFM rating on the box is real.

2026-08-18
I've cut trees off two roofs this year. That's not a brag, that's just what storm season looks like when you run a tree service crew.

2026-08-17
Well, the marketing says “pole chainsaw” and what you actually get is a compromise.

2026-08-16
Chainsaw bar length how to choose, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-15
Chainsaw chain tension how tight should it be, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-14
Chainsaw chain types and when to use each, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-13
Chainsaw safety gear checklist, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-12
Gas vs battery leaf blower which is better, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-11
Gas vs electric chainsaw which is better, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-10
What is the our pick: oregon universal chainsaw field 7 piece sharpening kit best for The Oregon kit is what I keep in my truck. It comes with two round files, a flat file, a depth gauge tool, a handle, and a guide bar that clamps onto the chain.

2026-08-08
Should you buy the Homeowner's Complete Guide If you own a chainsaw and you've never read a book about it, buy this one.

2026-08-07
How to start a chainsaw safely step by step, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-06
How to store a chainsaw for winter, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-05
Leaf blower cfm vs mph what matters, explained by a reviewer who actually lives with the gear. No fluff, no marketing language, just what works and what doesn't.

2026-08-04
What is the our pick: husqvarna 450 rancher best for The Husqvarna 450 Rancher is the saw I'd buy with my own money for storm cleanup. It's a 50.2-cc, 3.