The trimmer comes with a 5-year limited warranty. For those of you already on the EGO battery platform, the bare tool is available as well. The EGO Carbon Fiber String Trimmer runs $229 for the kit, which includes a 2.5Ah battery and charger. It’s easy on the hands, and even after hours of use, we didn’t feel our hands go numb as they do with some other models. We also felt less vibration in this model compared to most others. That’s quiet enough to trim at 5am and not wake the neighbors… Other trimmers are right behind this, but we love the quiet trend of battery-powered outdoor power tools. At the ear, our SPL meter showed it at just 80 dB(A). We tested dozens of string trimmers and the EGO Powerload model with carbon-fiber shaft is the quietest. Thankfully, it’s easily accessible with the thumb though it makes the tool a bit right-hander friendly.ĮGO’s new trimmer also features a 15″ cutting swath, variable speed control, and a long-lasting and powerful brushless motor. Basically, you’ll need to hold down the safety switch on the side to pull the trigger and start the motor. This new model also features a side trigger safety control. We noticed that the head “rolls” very well, offering less resistance against the grass. This reduces wear on the part and is also helpful for folks who prefer to slide the head across the ground while trimming. The bumper spins separately from the head itself.
The EGO Carbon Fiber String Trimmer also features a free-spinning bumper on the head. EGO Carbon Fiber String Trimmer Features I don’t know about you, but I appreciate not being flogged by my string trimmer! This system completely revolutionizes how you load your string-we love it. And the best part? The whole process takes about 10 seconds.ĮGO has even optimized the speed to ensure that you don’t easily overwind the line or whip yourself in the face as it spools up. As you hold down the button on the back of the motor, the Powerload head ratchets the line up evenly. Then, you pull the ends even so that the line centers up. Instead of taking apart the head-or even winding it manually-you simply feed the 0.095″ line through one of the holes and pull it out the other end. Some systems work better than others-but none work as easily as the Powerload system.ĮGO has fixed this. Anyone who has wrestled with loading fresh line into a string trimmer head understands this. The other really notable feature of the new EGO Carbon Fiber String Trimmer is the Powerload auto-feeding head. Several of us put the EGO Carbon Fiber String Trimmer through its paces for well over an hour each, and none of us needed a bottle of Tylenol or a stiff drink afterward. The handle placement provides a central point that balances the heavier parts really well. You wind up having to physically overcompensate by keeping the heavy side lifted up. The feather-light shaft doesn’t mean a whole lot if the trimmer is unbalanced. However, weight distribution plays a big part in how comfortable the string trimmer actually feels. Plus, EGO states the carbon fiber shaft is so durable that they put a lifetime warranty on it. It alleviates the stress on your back when using this tool for an hour at a time. Carbon-fiber delivers a nearly impossible-to-break shaft that weighs far less than steel. The benefits of a lighter and tougher shaft ought to be obvious to anyone who has ever picked up a string trimmer or pole saw. EGO found a way to bring landscape tool users into the world of lightweight, strong, and durable carbon fiber. One of the notable features that our team got super stoked about is the carbon fiber shaft. There are “things to write home about” with this new product: A new carbon fiber shaft and an auto-feeding Powerload trimmer head. They also dramatically increased the durability of the product. While the new model was no slouch in these areas, it seems clear that EGO aimed for improvement in the user experience. Ĭordless trimmers have steadily improved over the years with their power and runtimes. We’ve now officially reviewed this battery-powered trimmer and even compared it to other models in our latest best battery-powered weedeater roundup.
It’s the only technology of its kind and removes a major pain point in reloading string. This trip was no exception, and we got our hands on the latest EGO Carbon Fiber String Trimmer with an Auto-Feeding Powerload Head (model ST1521S). We always look forward to these visits because we often get to preview new EGO products. This took place at our ProToolReviews home office. In September of 2018, we had the pleasure of talking with Kyle Selph, a product manager from EGO.
0 kommentar(er)
