I have a 80's commercial Ariens 36" and a ten year old Yardman 24". The ariens is just to big and heavy for my liking so I leave it at the apartment. The Yardman though is my favorite and was bought last min from a cash strapped friend. I did alot of shopping this winter for another new 28" but I really dont think I want a new snowblower that is cluttered with new options that will just break. I'm going to look for a basic MTD design that around ten years old.