Welcome to Backyard John,your go-to channel for honest, no-nonsense reviews, tips, and real-world testing of outdoor power equipment.
From lawn mowers and chainsaws to trimmers, blowers, generators, and backyard tools, John breaks down what actually works without the hype. Whether you’re maintaining your property, upgrading your equipment, or just love small engines, you’ll find practical advice, maintenance tips, comparisons, repairs, and buyer guides made for everyday homeowners and outdoor enthusiasts.
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Huge thank you to everyone who has subscribed, dropped a comment, shared advice, and supported the channel so far. When I started Backyard John, the goal was simply to share honest, practical lawn equipment breakdowns and real-world ownership experiences.
Seeing this community grow and hearing your own experiences in the comments has been awesome. Thank you for being here,lots more practical reviews, comparisons, and teardowns coming soon! 🚜🔧
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The 2026 Bad Boy rankings are out, and the comments are heating up! 🚜 Some of you say the Maverick is the absolute A-Tier king, while others are stretching for the Maverick HD. If you were buying TODAY, which one are you taking home?
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Post Text: After breaking down the 7 levels of Exmark Zero-Turns in the latest video, I’m curious to see where everyone stands! 🚜 Which level of mower are you currently using for your yard?
Check out the breakdown here if you missed it: https://youtu.be/WhKWGtp5nIw
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The 1,000-hour results are finally in for the Big Three! Before you watch the new video, I want to see what your gut says. Which of these mowers do you think held up the best over the long haul? 🚜💨
Watch the full breakdown here:
https://youtu.be/CaRooc33IlA
2 months ago | [YT] | 1
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If you had to buy a mower today based only on the engine, which one gets your vote?
Check out the full teardown and data here to see if your favorite held up: Kawasaki vs Kohler vs Briggs: The Truth After 1,000 Hours 👇
https://youtu.be/mVUVT8WNYyg
2 months ago | [YT] | 3
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1,000 hours on the Ferris vs. 4,000 hours on the Grasshopper. If you had to pick one for a 10-year investment, are you going with the Suspension of the Ferris or the Simplicity of the Grasshopper? Let’s settle it in the comments. 👇
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After 1,000 hours on the clock, the "truth" about these machines really starts to show. I just shared my long-term findings between Exmark and Scag, but I want to hear from the Backyard John community.
If you were buying a mower to last you the next 10 years, which brand are you trusting for the long haul? 🚜💨
Watch the full breakdown here: Exmark vs Scag: The Truth After 1,000 Hours
https://youtu.be/0Ji0-PBEPzY
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What's the #1 thing that kills a mower's value?
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