Hi Everybody,
Black & Decker recently released a new 24 Volt Cordless String Trimmer/Edger. They sent us one to test out, as well as one to give away to one lucky TBN member. In light of how popular our recent 2,000,000th post contest was, we have decided to have a little fun with the giveaway and have another contest.
But first thing's first. Let me tell you a little about the trimmer:
The last time I bought a trimmer, there were two choices: gas powered, or corded electric powered. Anybody with a lawn bigger than the size of a kiddie pool knows that corded electric power tools are extremely limiting in their reach, and winding up a cord is no fun. I've used a few, such as leaf blowers and trimmers and thought the power was sufficient but couldn't get over dragging a cord around. I preferred the durability and freedom of a gas-powered tool.
Now there's another choice: battery-powered cordless. These trimmers use the same technology as a battery-powered drill or screwdriver (as well as many other power tools). For users who have normal residential lawn care needs, this option is becoming increasingly popular and can make a lot of sense for budget-conscious power tool buyers.
The Black & Decker 24 Volt Cordless String Trimmer/Edger has a 24-volt ni-cad battery pack, adjustable handle, lightweight aluminum shaft (trimmer weighs in at 8.8lbs), and a couple of neat features that set it apart from some of its competitors:
Power boost mode for extra power which works sort of like a high-low switch, but requires you to hold you finger on the button. This to me means it's designed for bursts of extra power and probably uses a lot more battery than the normal mode.
Automatic feed spool which advances the string as needed.
Flip-down edging guide which allows you to use the trimmer as an edger around borders, sidewalks, driveways, etc.
Another feature that Black & Decker proudly advertises is that the trimmer, being battery-powered, offers zero emissions.
Warranty is 2 years. You can buy it direct from Black & Decker for $149.97.
*** THE "MESSY YARD" CONTEST ***
Now, the fun part. We're giving away one Black & Decker 24 Volt Cordless String Trimmer/Edger to the winner of the TBN "Messy Yard" Contest. Here's how it works:
Reply to this thread with a photo of your messy yard. We're looking for the messiest yard on TBN---the yard that needs trimming the most. It's been pretty hot in a lot of places lately so maybe you've neglected mowing or trimming for a while?
We will be accepting photos in reply to this thread from now through Sunday, July 18, 2010.
On Monday, July 19, 2010 we will select 10 finalists (or all photos if fewer than 10 are submitted).
Then, the TBN member voting period will start. All TBN members may vote once for the yard they think is the messiest---and the member most deserving of the free Black & Decker trimmer.
Voting will end on Monday, July 26, 2010 and the messy yard that gets the most votes will be the winner!
*** Rules & regulations ***
One messy yard submission per TBN member. You may upload as many photos of the same yard as you'd like.
You must own (or rent) the yard which you take a photo of. You can't submit a photo of your neighbor's messy yard! You must own the copyright of the photo you submit. Any photo found to be digitally altered to make the lawn look messier will be disqualified.
You must be a TBN member to participate. Only registered, logged-in TBN members will be allowed to vote. Only one vote per TBN member. You may vote for your own messy lawn one time. Attempts to vote more than once (registering multiple accounts) will result in your vote not being counted.
No purchase is necessary to participate. The maximum number of steps required to complete your participation is one (photo submission). The maximum amount of money you will be asked to pay to participate is $0. The maximum amount of money the winner will be asked to pay to receive the prize is $0. The contest will terminate on July 26, 2010. The prize will be sent out within 10 days of contest termination. In the event of a tie, the two photos with the most number of votes will enter a 24-hour tiebreaker in which all members may vote again to determine the winner.
*** LET THE CONTEST BEGIN!!! ***
Black & Decker recently released a new 24 Volt Cordless String Trimmer/Edger. They sent us one to test out, as well as one to give away to one lucky TBN member. In light of how popular our recent 2,000,000th post contest was, we have decided to have a little fun with the giveaway and have another contest.
But first thing's first. Let me tell you a little about the trimmer:
The last time I bought a trimmer, there were two choices: gas powered, or corded electric powered. Anybody with a lawn bigger than the size of a kiddie pool knows that corded electric power tools are extremely limiting in their reach, and winding up a cord is no fun. I've used a few, such as leaf blowers and trimmers and thought the power was sufficient but couldn't get over dragging a cord around. I preferred the durability and freedom of a gas-powered tool.
Now there's another choice: battery-powered cordless. These trimmers use the same technology as a battery-powered drill or screwdriver (as well as many other power tools). For users who have normal residential lawn care needs, this option is becoming increasingly popular and can make a lot of sense for budget-conscious power tool buyers.
The Black & Decker 24 Volt Cordless String Trimmer/Edger has a 24-volt ni-cad battery pack, adjustable handle, lightweight aluminum shaft (trimmer weighs in at 8.8lbs), and a couple of neat features that set it apart from some of its competitors:
Power boost mode for extra power which works sort of like a high-low switch, but requires you to hold you finger on the button. This to me means it's designed for bursts of extra power and probably uses a lot more battery than the normal mode.
Automatic feed spool which advances the string as needed.
Flip-down edging guide which allows you to use the trimmer as an edger around borders, sidewalks, driveways, etc.
Another feature that Black & Decker proudly advertises is that the trimmer, being battery-powered, offers zero emissions.
Warranty is 2 years. You can buy it direct from Black & Decker for $149.97.
*** THE "MESSY YARD" CONTEST ***
Now, the fun part. We're giving away one Black & Decker 24 Volt Cordless String Trimmer/Edger to the winner of the TBN "Messy Yard" Contest. Here's how it works:
Reply to this thread with a photo of your messy yard. We're looking for the messiest yard on TBN---the yard that needs trimming the most. It's been pretty hot in a lot of places lately so maybe you've neglected mowing or trimming for a while?
We will be accepting photos in reply to this thread from now through Sunday, July 18, 2010.
On Monday, July 19, 2010 we will select 10 finalists (or all photos if fewer than 10 are submitted).
Then, the TBN member voting period will start. All TBN members may vote once for the yard they think is the messiest---and the member most deserving of the free Black & Decker trimmer.
Voting will end on Monday, July 26, 2010 and the messy yard that gets the most votes will be the winner!
*** Rules & regulations ***
One messy yard submission per TBN member. You may upload as many photos of the same yard as you'd like.
You must own (or rent) the yard which you take a photo of. You can't submit a photo of your neighbor's messy yard! You must own the copyright of the photo you submit. Any photo found to be digitally altered to make the lawn look messier will be disqualified.
You must be a TBN member to participate. Only registered, logged-in TBN members will be allowed to vote. Only one vote per TBN member. You may vote for your own messy lawn one time. Attempts to vote more than once (registering multiple accounts) will result in your vote not being counted.
No purchase is necessary to participate. The maximum number of steps required to complete your participation is one (photo submission). The maximum amount of money you will be asked to pay to participate is $0. The maximum amount of money the winner will be asked to pay to receive the prize is $0. The contest will terminate on July 26, 2010. The prize will be sent out within 10 days of contest termination. In the event of a tie, the two photos with the most number of votes will enter a 24-hour tiebreaker in which all members may vote again to determine the winner.
*** LET THE CONTEST BEGIN!!! ***
