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If you are shopping around around for a new leaf blower you may have noticed that you basically have two choices: gas or electric. Sure, there are also rechargeable battery powered blowers, but most of them do not have the power required to blow leaves in the fall. So that leaves gas or electric. If you don't want to be limited by an length of an extension cord, then a gas leaf blower is the choice for you.
Gas leaf blowers are usually the most powerful type of leaf blower. They are available in both handheld and backpack models. Most of them have two cycle engines that require an oil and gas mix. However, there are a few four cycle engine blowers that run on straight gas. The downside of gas blowers is that they require the most maintenance and you have to store gas in your home or garage.
Stihl is one of the top brands that makes gas leaf blowers. They supply both handheld and backpack units. Their blowers are known for being both powerful and reliable. Many professional lawn and landscape companies use Stihl blowers. If you do decide to purchase a Stihl blower, be prepared to pay top dollar, as they are one of the more expensive brands on the market.
Another one of the best leaf blowers of 2011 is the Hitachi RB24EAP. This unit is known for having more power than many backpack blowers that are priced much higher. The RB24EAP is a top choice for homeowners and has received great reviews from people who own it.
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