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I would like to do the following:
public class ImmutableList<T> {
public <U super T> ImmutableList<U> add(U element) { ... }
That is, given an immutable list of
T, you can add any
U to the list to yield an immutable list of
U, with the constraint that
U must be a supertype of
T. For example
- I can add a monkey to a list of monkeys, yielding a new list of monkeys;
- I can add a human to a list of monkeys, yielding a new list of hominids (presumably the least upper bound of monkey and human);
- I can add a rock to a list of hominids, yielding a new list of
Object(assuming rocks and hominids share no other common ancestor).
This sounds great in theory, but the lower bound on
U is not legal per the JLS. I could instead write:
public class ImmutableList<T> {
public ImmutableList<T> add(T element) { ... }
public static <U> ImmutableList<U> add(ImmutableList<? extends U> list, U element) { ... }
In this fashion, the compiler will correctly infer the least upper bound between the list's element type and the
U we want to add. This is legal. It also sucks. Compare:
// if 'U super T' were legal
// assuming 'import static ImmutableList.add'
add(add(add(list, monkey), human), rock);
I'm a big fan of functional programming, but I don't want my Java code to look like a Lisp dialect. So I have three questions:
WTF? Why is the
<U super T>bound not legal? This question has actually been asked here before ("Why can't a Java type parameter have a lower bound?") but I think the question as phrased there is sort of muddled, and the answers there boil down to "it's not useful enough," which I don't really buy.
JLS section 4.5.1 states: "Unlike ordinary type variables declared in a method signature, no type inference is required when using a wildcard. Consequently, it is permissible to declare lower bounds on a wildcard." Given the alternative
staticmethod signature above, the compiler is clearly able to infer the least upper bound it needs, so the argument seems broken. Can somebody argue that it is not?
Most importantly: Can anybody think of a legal alternative to my method signature with the lower bound? The goal, in a nutshell, is to have calling code that looks like Java (
list.add(monkey)) and not Lisp (
add(list, monkey)).


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Female Orang with Baby
I have to admit this is not a brilliant picture. I wanted a picture of a Female Orang to depict the "Earth Mother" type Feminine ideal rather than the "dainty" type feminine for this weeks Photo Friday challenge. I hoped to be able to take a shot this weekend, but with the weather being so cold, the Orangs were inside, and so were all the visitors, I was pressed for time, so I didn't even see the Orangs, much less photograph one!
I'm sure I have better photos pre-digital, but agian I don't have time to hunt them down and scan them in time for the end of the week :(
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The organization reviewed crash ratings and safety features -- such as electronic stability control systems -- for used cars, and then obtained price data from Kelley Blue Book to build its list.
Mindful that families can have varying budgets, the group recommended cars along a broad spectrum of prices. It recommended, for instance, the Lincoln MKS from the 2009 model year, which starts at about $15,500, but also 2006 to '08 Volkswagen Passats, which start at about $5,000 on the used market.
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By Nathan Pfau, Army Flier Staff WriterMay 24, 2013
FORT RUCKER, Ala. (May 23, 2013) -- Thousands of people flooded the beaches during Lake Fest at Lake Tholocco May 18 to officially kick off summer on Fort Rucker.
Despite a rainy start, the event at West Beach was a success and was the perfect time to showcase what Lake Tholocco has to offer Soldiers, their Families and those in the surrounding communities when it comes to summer fun, said Brian Jackson, Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation program manager.
"This is pretty much the grand-opening event for us here at West Beach," he said. "This is just a good opportunity for people to come and enjoy themselves in a laid-back atmosphere, and a good chance for us to show people what we've got to offer here with outdoor recreation services and Lake Tholocco."
The festival offered free pontoon boat rides, kayak rentals, adult and children's swim, volleyball tournaments, sand castle building competitions and frozen T-shirt contests, as well as various vendors that ranged from foods to arts and crafts. There were also inflatables that children could play in like bouncy houses and a bungee basketball court.
More than nine teams participated in the volleyball tournament and 10 Families got their hands dirty in the sand castle competition. Prizes were given out throughout the day for winners of the various competitions like gift vouchers to DFMWR facilities, T-shirts, flying discs, and even $80 in DFMWR bucks to the winners of the volleyball tournament, which can be used at any of the DFMWR facilities.
Jeremy Riddle, civilian, said that he enjoys attending events like Lake Fest because it's a place that he can come with his Family and enjoy the beach without having to travel very far.
"I've lived in this area for most of my life and it's always nice to see that they have a place like this that even people that aren't associated with Fort Rucker can come visit," he said. "They've got beaches that you can lay out on, plenty of swimming areas and even water slides for the kids -- you can't really ask for much more."
Linda Rogers, military Family member, agreed and added that it's a great time for Families and friends to come together and meet new people.
"It's just nice to know that there is something like this close by that we can visit throughout the summer without having to go too far away," she said. "I never realized that there was so much out here at the lake to do, and with the amount of people that are out here today, it really feels like you're at the beach."
The festivities started off slower than usual because of the rain, but Jackson said after the skies cleared, people really started to show up and get into the summer fun.
"Throughout the event we've progressed in attendance a lot," he said. "Typically the event brings out about 3,000 people, and so far they seem pretty pleased that the weather has held out since this morning."
Jackson added that about two hours into the event, attendance had already approached 2,000 people.
With the high volume of people at the event, safety was a major concern for them, said the program manager.
"Our aquatics manager, Jon Cole, always does a fantastic job of doing immense safety briefs with his lifeguards, not only during the event, but prior," said Jackson. "The swimming areas are completely overseen by certified lifeguards."
Announcements were also made throughout the day to remind people to stay hydrated.
"This really does feel like one of the safest places you can come and enjoy time with the Family," said Riddle. "On top of all the lifeguards and people here, we're on a military installation, so you know everyone here will be taken care of and you can't really feel much safer than knowing you've got the Army in your backyard. I'm just really proud to be a part of this community because of what they've got for us here."
With summer officially in full swing, West Beach at Lake Tholocco is ready to host the needs of Soldiers, Families and civilians in the surrounding area, said Jackson.
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TV Guide sits down with Joseph Morgan to discuss what the arrival of big bad vampire hunter Connor (Todd Williams, introduced in last night's episode) means for Klaus and whether the Original sibling showdown that happened between Klaus and Rebekah in the premiere will have long term repercussions.
"Season 4 will … see that bond tested more than it's ever been," Morgan told us on the Atlanta set of the CW series. "He goes a little further than he's ever gone and [as usual] Klaus likes to ruin everything for himself and push people away."
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November 22, 2011 by Paul A. Cañada
Editor's note: This article is from FLW Bass Fishing.
Versatility is everything in bass fishing.
One-trick ponies, capable of dominating a particular event with a trademark tactic, often turn into one-fish ponies when the conditions or location changes.
That's part of what makes a jig one of bass fishing's most effective lures. It's as versatile in its uses as a top pro is in his ability to make multiple presentations work.
You've heard of swimming a jig, the technique of burning a jig near the surface that can be deadly for big bass relating to shallow cover. And you've heard of dragging a jig, which is perfect for scraping big bass off deep structure.
Slow-rolling a jig falls somewhere in between. The ability to bounce and roll a jig along bottom on a straight retrieve for a reaction strike is a powerful tool for covering water and fishing depths from a few feet to more than 40 feet - think crankbait, without the depth limitations. And like just about any jig-fishing technique, it's especially adept at drawing the big bites.
Suggs goes deep
Folgers pro Scott Suggs of Bryant, Ark., has been slow-rolling jigs on Lake Ouachita and Table Rock for years. In fact, it has become a major weapon in his arsenal, no matter where he's fishing on the Walmart FLW Tour trail.
Whether it's in shallow or deep water, Suggs believes the presentation's success is in its ability to draw the reactive strike, which takes a bit of strategy to achieve.
"Whether I'm fishing it shallow and over the top of grass, on the outside edge of a deep grass bed, through standing timber or along a rocky bottom, the key is staying in contact with the cover as the jig swims along," Suggs says.
The cover contact creates erratic movement with the jig, plus it creates fish-attracting commotion.
Around grass beds, Suggs matches his jig weight and retrieve speed so that the jig swims just through the upper reaches of the vegetation, no matter the depth he's fishing. He makes a cast, counts it down to the grass and begins the retrieve, snapping free of any grass that "grabs" the jig.
One of Suggs' favorite patterns, however, is to target bass suspended along the outside edges of hydrilla beds in the 12- to 25-foot range. He casts the jig up to the top of the grass bed, usually about 15 feet below the surface, and slow-rolls it along the top of the grass until it reaches the break, where bass eagerly wait to pounce on his lure. Contact with the cover the entire way ensures his jig breaks the edge of the grass bed at the right depth. When he loses contact with the grass, he tries to maintain the same rhythm and keep that lure coming off the grass at the same depth. He'll do that four or five times, and if he doesn't get a bite, he'll let the jig drop after it breaks the grass to see if fish are holding slightly below that level.
Of course, it's not always a matter of targeting vegetation. In the deep, clear lakes near Suggs'
Arkansas home, he targets traditional drop-offs, points, humps and other rocky structures in the 25- to 45-foot range. The trick is to fish it almost like a crankbait, where contact with key pieces of cover creates the reaction strike. A lone stump, a patch of gravel or a cluster of boulders are all great targets.
"I rely on this pattern in fall and winter, when the crayfish are most active," Suggs says. "This technique is one of the few that maintains contact with the bottom throughout the retrieve. Also, it allows you to cover deep water relatively fast."
The right jig
When slow-rolling around shallow cover, the trick is to pick a jig that won't drop down too deep into the cover, but that can still make light contact with it. For Suggs, that's usually a 1/4- to 3/8-ounce model. He steps up to a 5/8-ounce Oldham's swimming jig for the 12- to 25-foot range. And between 25 and 45 feet deep, he goes with a 3/4- to 1-ounce football-head model.
Once a jig of the right size is selected, Suggs makes an important modification.
"I am trying to give my presentation as much action as possible," Suggs says. "So I cut the jig's skirt length so that it's even with the bend of the hook, and I thin out the skirt material. Those changes allow more water to pass through the skirt. The improved water flow gives the skirt more life and imparts more action to the trailer."
His trailer of choice is a crayfish-colored Berkley PowerBait Crazy Legs Chigger Craw or the Zoom Fat Albert Twin Tail grub.
Hite's swim-and-kill
National Guard pro Brett Hite of Phoenix learned how to swim a jig while fishing his home lakes, San Carlos and Roosevelt. He uses the technique to cover water and draw strikes from keeper-sized fish relating to deep points and flats. While he uses the reel to swim the jig, his technique differs from Suggs' in that he kills the lure to instigate strikes.
He starts by casting the lure out and letting it fall to the bottom. Then, he cranks the reel handle three to four times before letting the lure fall back to the bottom on a tight line. If nothing bites, he cranks the reel another two to four rotations before killing it again.
"I use this technique when creeping or hopping a jig won't draw the reaction bite I want," Hite says.
Hite believes this presentation is imitating both crayfish and baitfish. Crayfish kick off the bottom to escape predators and then drop back down, and then kick again. Likewise, he believes the swim-and-kill action accurately imitates injured bluegill or shad, struggling to escape a predator. Whether it be crayfish or baitfish, the presentation often proves effective when the big bite is tough.
"There are times when you can drag a jig along the bottom and can't draw a reaction," Hite says. "This presentation is more erratic than dragging or hopping a jig along the bottom, and so it is better at garnering a reaction strike."
The right jig
Depending on the depth he's fishing, Hite uses either a 3/8- or 3/4-ounce football-head jig with a weedguard. He chooses a trailer with lots of kicking action, such as a 5- or 6-inch Yamamoto Double Tail Hula Grub. When the bite is tough, he'll also switch to a 3 3/4-inch Yamamoto Flappin' Hawg, which has "wings" that help it glide when falling on a tight line.
When it comes to color selection, Hite keeps it simple. His favorite jig and trailer color combinations are either a shad- or crayfish-imitating color. More times than not, he uses a translucent white with blue, silver and chartreuse flake, or a green pumpkin or watermelon trailer.
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Reel needs
Hite and Suggs agree that you don't slow-roll a jig with the rod; it's done with the reel. Whether in 2 feet of water or in 35 feet, the key is matching the speed at which the reel handle is turned to the water depth being fished - faster for shallower water, slower for deeper water.
Because the reel is such an important part of the technique, choose the retrieve ratio carefully. Hite prefers an Abu Garcia Revo Premier with either a 6.4:1 or 7.1:1 gear ratio, because it allows him to pick up line fast and catch up with a bass moving toward the boat. Suggs also likes the Revo Premier 6.4:1, however, when fishing as deep as 35 feet, he picks up the slower Revo Winch with a 5.4:1 gear ratio.
"That 5.4:1 ratio allows me to turn the handle at a comfortable speed, and because of the gear ratio, I'm not turning it too fast to keep the bait down near the bottom," Suggs says.
The pros prefer 15-pound-test fluorocarbon line. Suggs switches to 12-pound-test when fishing between 35- and 45-foot depths, because the water resistance created by the larger diameter line prevents him from getting his lure down deep enough. Fluorocarbon lines have very little stretch and allow for better hooksets with the deep jig.
Rod angles
While the pros agree on how to slow-roll the jig, they differ somewhat in how they hold the rod.
"A lot of anglers point the rod down at the water and the lure, but I'm strict about keeping my rod at a 45-degree [upward] angle," Suggs says. "I like that position because when the jig does make contact with the grass or cover, I only need to make a 6-inch pop with the rod and the jig will pass right on over it. When the rod is pointed down and you make contact with the grass, you have to jerk the rod sideways to clear the grass. If a bass comes up and hits it as the jig tears free of the grass, your rod is in a bad position for a good hookset."
Hite's opinion on the matter differs. Unlike Suggs, Hite keeps his rod tip down and aimed at the jig while cranking the reel.
"Sometimes, you'll begin reeling and the rod will load up because the fish has the jig," Hite says. "You don't want a rod that's really stiff because you'll end up ripping the lure out of the fish's mouth. You want a rod that will load up a little bit on the tip. After that rod begins to load up, I reel fast to collect slack and use a side-sweep hookset."
Where and when
As explained, slow-rolling a jig works from the shoreline shallows to the depths. But is the technique limited to a specific time of year or over specific cover or structure? Not according to Suggs.
"This technique will work anywhere you go in the country because there are so many applications for it," he says. "You can fish it over the top of eelgrass on Lake Okeechobee, or over the outside edge of a deep hydrilla bed on Sam Rayburn. And there's no better technique when targeting bass suspended in deep, standing timber than swimming a jig. The only two things you need to know to be successful are what forage you're imitating and at what depth the fish are in."
"A swimming jig is a very valuable tool when the bass are in a postspawn pattern and relating to structure like points and flats, or suspended off the edges of channel breaks," Hite says. "You can also use the technique to catch late staging fish on secondary points."


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Disunity was Labor's death, says former Queensland premier Peter Beattie
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- September 07, 2013
PETER Beattie has taken aim at unlikely MP Clive Palmer, saying he is "disappointed" the billionaire did not preference him ahead of the LNP.
The former Premier says the lack of preferences from the Palmer United Party potentially robbed him of a victory over the Coalition's Bert van Manen, who looks likely to win the contest.
He also said disunity in Labor over leadership was responsible for the party's woes.
Mr Beattie slammed Mr Palmer during an impromptu speech in which he thanked his volunteers for their support and dedication.
"No one expected the Palmer party to do as well as they did and I was a bit disappointed that the Palmer party gave their preferences to the LNP," he said.
"Had they not given their preferences to the LNP, I would've won.
"Why Clive Palmer wanted to back the LNP in Forde, I've got no idea, but they did. And that's the difference, because if Clive Palmer had given us his preferences we would be announcing we'd won tonight."
Mr Beattie said he still believed there was a small chance he could emerge victorious, even though "the odds are against us".
"Only the Lord almighty knows whether we're going to win or not," he said.
He spent a considerable amount of time paying tribute to his army of helpers.
"We're only in this position because of you," he told his volunteers.
"No one actually gave us a chance. Remember everyone had written Forde off?
"Four weeks ago, everyone said we were dead and buried. Well, we're actually still there."
Earlier the former Premier said disunity and the memory of leadership tussles undermined Kevin Rudd's election bid.
By contrast, he says, Tony Abbott ran a disciplined and unified campaign, which further "emphasised" Labor's woes.
The star candidate for Forde made reference to an LNP sign at booths that featured a picture of Mr Rudd and Julia Gillard and the word "remember".
"That's where the damage was done," he told media at his campaign office. Mr Beattie said voters were not able to get past the leadership tensions and instability.
"We all know disunity is death in politics," he said.
But he said the Coalition presented a "unified team".
He says the party can rebuild, adding that it has survived other hardships throughout its lengthy history.
He described the contest in Forde , which he said he did not regret entering, as a "bloody difficult".
Mr Beattie says Palmer United Party preferences could keep him in the fight.
With nine per cent of the vote counted, the ALP reportedly leads the LNP on a two party preferred basis by about one per cent.
The PUP has been a strong early performer across a number of seats, meaning preference flows in the Lower House could be crucial.
Beattie supporters appear buoyed, sharing pizza and beer and chatting warmly.
But the backyard barbecue atmosphere could be shattered by a loss in Forde.
"From booth numbers, we're still in play but it will come down to preferences," Mr Beattie said
"We're not counting ourselves out of this."
Mr Beattie dismissed speculation he had already conceded.
"I was just getting my volunteers excited," he said, referring to an earlier tweet.
"People have moved away from (the ALP) because they are sick of all the in-fighting over the past six years.
"That is the overall issue that affected our vote."
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Rod of Qld Posted at 3:07 PM September 08, 2013
Beattie did a pretty good job of losing by himself, by running.
Greg of Australia Posted at 8:22 AM September 08, 2013
Have a shook Beatie.......YOU LOST get over it
Sam63 of Newtown Posted at 9:58 PM September 07, 2013
The reason for ALP's demise is all of the below: 1. Policies 2. Bad management 3. Leadership fights 4. Lies 5. Julia's leadership skills and her inability to handle pressure and doing a good job and using misogyny as an excuse for everything. 6. All your corruption


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Those who know us understand that we have had a difficult marriage for quite a number of years. And while we love each other as friends, and respect each other as parents, we have effectively led separate lives, have been separated and are presently going through a very amicable divorce. We felt no need to publicize or communicate this private matter.
From this passage, it seems clear that the picture was taken by someone with whom she was having an affair, and that she is arguing that she did not betray her husband because their marriage was already in the process of dissolution.
If the photo was taken sometime between 2004-2010, that was when Laura Brod was a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives.
As a family values Republican, Brod advocated against abortion rights and gay marriage. If she was violating her own marriage at the same time she was trying to prevent gay people from having the right to wed, she is guilty of the samehypocrisy that dogged Amy Koch
It certainly gives new relevance to this 2007 radio conversation with -- of all people -- Michael Brodkorb:
Brodkorb asked Rep. Brod on AM 1280, "Do you think that because of the Iowa decision that there will be a lot of discussion this legislative session on gay marriage and that issue in general?"
"I think obviously any decision like that gears up the issue and puts it ahead on the table," said Brod, likening the decision to the Kelo v. City of New London case that dealt with property rights in 2005. "I would expect that the Iowa decision would have the same kind of impact," Brod said.
But the "protection of traditional marriage" isn't the true agenda for any member of this amendment-promoting echo chamber. The goal is no relationship rights whatsoever for same-sex couples.
"We are seeing pro-homosexual legislators trying to incrementally legalize homosexual marriage even in the state Legislature," Minnesota Majority's Davis told Brodkorb and Brod on AM 1280. "Last session there were four individual bills that were essentially there to put into law the recognition of same-sex unions. The only explanation for this is to essentially codify into law a status that then can be used to essentially force this down the throats of Minnesota citizens."
If, on the other hand, the photo was taken after February 2011, then it was during her tenure on the Board of Regents, and her current employers at the University of Minnesota might have a bigger problem with it than they already do.
There's also the question of when Brod became aware that the picture was out there. It could explain why she put her Twitter account on hiatus a few months ago with no explanation:
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I was able to try out my new Ariens Deluxe 24 this week with the first big snow of the year. Put it to the test with about 8 inches of snow and drifts...Read complete review
I was able to try out my new Ariens Deluxe 24 this week with the first big snow of the year. Put it to the test with about 8 inches of snow and drifts just under two feet. Machine performance met all my expectations. I read all the reviews and compared with other machines and felt this was the right choice for the long term. Blower never bogged down even with the heavy snow at the end of the driveway. Shoot controls were excellent and I was changing constantly trying to manage good snow placement with high winds. Blower started the same with temps in the teens as it did with temps in the 60's. Great product. Buy an Ariens.
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Finally decided to move on from my 25 year old Eaton brand snowblower with Tecumseh engine. Bought the Deluxe 24 two weeks ago. On my second use this week (2 hrs total),...Read complete review
Finally decided to move on from my 25 year old Eaton brand snowblower with Tecumseh engine. Bought the Deluxe 24 two weeks ago. On my second use this week (2 hrs total), the drive system stopped working. I opened it up and there is a 4-5" spring that broke. I had researched long and hard to determine what brand and unit to buy. I am so very disappointed that a brand new blower broke so easily. I now have to bring it to the closest dealer (40 min drive each way) and meanwhile I used my 25 year old blower to finish my driveway. I might simply return the Ariens.
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Nicest snowblower I've owned
By Grug
from Seacoast NH
Comments about Ariens Deluxe 24:
This is my first Ariens and I am happy with the purchase. I bought it last Fall and used it several times over the winter. We didn't get many snowstorms but enough for me to form an opinion of this rig. It's smoother and a little quieter than the others I've owned over the last 20 years (MTD, Craftsman, Troy-built). It's also easy to turn. It doesn't have a fancy joystick for rotating the discharge chute, but I actually much prefer the Ariens mid-rod crank over the joystick on the Cub Cadet and some others I tried. The chute elevation control is on the "dash" and works well - that is a big plus for me over my old snowblowers, which all had to be adjusted manually. The automatic wheel clutches work well when turning. One thing I especially appreciate is the robust throwing distance, which helps me when clearing the wide parking area near my house. I haven't had the Ariens long enough to be sure about reliability, but have had no problems so far, and it seems solid and well-designed. I have a steep, long driveway and having a good snowblower is important to me. So far I feel I made a good choice with the Ariens.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Deluxe 24 comparison with my 10 year old Classic 24
By Old Folk Rocker
from Bigfork, MT
About Me Handyman
I had my 10 year old Ariens Classic 24's gearbox stripped out and brought it in to replace the gearbox which would be about 3 weeks before I would get it back. Because we were getting a lot of snow I decided to buy the Deluxe 24 so I wouldn't get behind. I was able immediately to tell the differences between the two. The 3 benefits to the Deluxe was it was quieter, and threw the snow a little farther and you could adjust the throw from the panel. The disadvantages are my arms were way more tired because of the weight shifted to the front which made it feel much more heavy. I don't like the auto steer at all which made it more difficult to keep going straight when it would catch on something. I only need positraction when I'm clearing piles of snow that slid off the metal roof. I wish the Deluxe would allow to disengage the positraction for the 90% of the time I didn't need it. My Classic had the newer heavier duty gear box installed and after 2.5 hours or so my arms were not nearly as tired as with the Deluxe. Also I had to refill the gas tank in order to finish the job where the Classic had gas left over after I was finished. The main negative on my Classic is the Tecumseh is pretty loud. Lastly, I would have liked if the newer Deluxe's throwing angle was more than 180 degrees like my Classic to throw the snow a little behind me when I needed to.
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By Shrewsbury Father
from Shrewsbury, MA
About Me Novice
Slightly difficult to start but works very well once in action. Maneuverability could be better.
Major upgrade in snow removal!
By reubenr
from Cornwall, NY
About Me Do-It-Yourself
Having used an Ariens for years and having always been satisfied with the product, I did not hesitate to buy another, when the time came. I'm a little older, so something a littler smaller and a little more maneuverable was desired, and the new Ariens Deluxe 24" Snow Blower did not disappoint. It does an incredibly good job on snow removal and turning the blower around, which had always been a chore, is now something special.
Didn't use it much. Not alot snow., but it seems alright.
By Jim
from Exeter, N.H.
Only used it 3 times. Not much snow this year.
Beast of a Blower
By Joe B
from Sunderland, MD
Purchased in time for last snow of the season here in Maryland. Sno-blower performed flawlessly. Wish i had it for the earlier 20+ inch snowfall.
By Dave
from Silver Spring, MD
I have a 2-car driveway and front walk. The 24" Deluxe handled the snow extremely well.
Miss my old one!
By JS
from Boston, MA
Bought this to replace my 35 year old 8HP 24" Ariens which served me well and could go through anything. Many things have changed from the old design. The new machine has a taller chute which allows you to throw snow further and with better control. It also starts easier and chews through icy plow piles better with the serrated auger.I stayed with this size unit even though the price is about the same as a 28" unit because I have a narrow driveway with walls on each side and it is a tight fit between the walls and the cars. I have to say I am most disappointed with the units jumpiness and the auto-turn steering. The old gearbox with the manual locking differential was a much better-performing system. I was able to improve on the new system somewhat by adjusting the speed selector as low as it would go without the machine going in reverse instead of first (forward) speed. What this machine really has is two speeds in reverse, one forward for normal to heavy snow and four forward "transport" speeds. Even in this slowest speed, the machine is jumpy and unpredictable. Our asphalt driveway has depressions in spots from the weight of the cars, every time I go over these spots, the machine jerks unpredictably, coming dangerously close to the cars. This was never an issue with my 35 year old model. The "auto-turn" steering may work well if you have a smooth-as-glass driveway, but I find myself constantly fighting against it. The handles have also been moved up about 6 inches to a height that I find awkward to work with. I am average height and the handles cause my hands and forearms to cramp up if I am not finished in less than about 30 minutes.Overall, the machine is capable, but hard to steer. I suspect it would add hundreds to the price to bring back the old gear-drive differential, but that system's performance was far superior and probably worth the extra money. Generally a fair to good machine, but Ariens can do better.
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By DickC
from Lynnfield MA
The only reason I gave it 4 stars on "Features" is because I find the Auto-Turn feature makes it difficult to maintain a straight line. However, overall it's better than my previous other brand snow blower where I had to practically lift it to turn it.
So far, so good
By bw
from Ellicott City, MD
Used only for one snow so far, but looking forward to many more. Need to throw snow a long way from parts of the drive and this performs the task exceptionally. I've had a little trouble with it taking multiple times to get it started, but I'm hoping this improves as the engine breaks-in.
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Exceeds all expectations
I chose the Ariens Deluxe 28 after researching all makes and models. The decision was clear for the following reasons: (random order)1) 14" serrated augers and...Read complete review
I chose the Ariens Deluxe 28 after researching all makes and models. The decision was clear for the following reasons: (random order)1) 14" serrated augers and 14" impeller. 14" moves more snow faster.2# The impeller housing and chute is all steel. Other makes, even with steel chutes, have a plastic piece on the impeller housing connecting to the chute. Ariens is solid thick steel. It will not break, clog, or flex.3# Top fill commercial grade cast iron gear box. Other makes with split aluminium cases appeared to have gasket mist on the seam whilst sitting unused on the showroom floor.4) Auto-turn. I cannot stress enough how much I like this feature. I can zero turn with one hand. No axle pins or triggers needed. If I want to go left or right, I go left or right. No more effort than a shopping cart. Once the turn is complete, both wheels automatically lock and drive. If you could test drive throwers, this alone could seal the deal. Other manufacturers will follow with the same feature in due time.5) Steel dash. I didn't think it an issue until I used it. It looks very nice and of high quality. Other makes with plastic notches, for gear and chute deflection, flex and have poor fitment.6) Fit, finish, and paint. I found a noticeable superiority in quality of the Ariens. The metal feels and sounds thicker. The welds are uniform. The paint is absolutely flawless. I have seen cars with less quality paint finish. The decaling is flawless, shiny, and appears a cut above other makes. If comparing manufacturers, I suggest visiting a showroom and feeling and tapping the throwers. The images on the internet can't differentiate the fit and finish like a tactile inspection.7) The ergonomics of the controls is perfect. The speed and chute deflection controls are to the right of the dash. The auger control locks with the drive control allowing the right hand to be free. Most makes have this feature, but the controls are close at hand on the Ariens. The chute rotation handle is ahead of the dash rather than behind as on most makes. It seemed odd at first sight but proved to be superior in use.8) Excellent tires. The tires are large and grip with deep treads. There is no need for chains.9) The headlight is halogen. It is not all illuminating, but a halogen bulb is a step up from the typical 1156 incandescent automotive tail light bulb on other makes. Small improvement but indicative of the quality goal Ariens is thriving to achieve.I have used the Deluxe 28 during several heavy snows. It is thus far without a fault. It throws far and with minimal blow back, even into the wind. I attribute the minimal blow back to superior chute design. It is higher and better shaped. I don't see a need for a snow cab.The 254cc engine is powerful and handled all tasks. I found it surprisingly quiet compared to a Tecumseh Snow King. Thus far the engine seems to be fuel efficient. I have read many reviews and blogs regarding country of origin for snow engines. The debate is pointless. All current snow engines from all makes are made in China. Engines are designed in USA and built in China to USA manufacturers specifications. This is a socio-economic issue, not a quality issue. The Ariens AX #LCT#, Briggs Polar Force, and Powermore engines all have similar architecture and performance. All modern engines benefit from modern metallurgical advances and technologies that far exceed the ancient and now defunct standard, Tecumseh Snow King. The engine is no longer a deciding factor in a snow thrower. They are all equally good and of similar power and cc.The electric start is a standard feature on all throwers worth looking at. I used it once because it was there. In reality, the engines start so easily with the recoil pull string, that it seemed more time and effort to use the electric starter. With age, wear, and cold, #me and machine# I'm sure the electric start will come into it's own.When I inspected my Deluxe 28 I sensed a pride in manufacture as evident by numerous grease pencil markings on the machine. Somewhere, somebody will blog a complaint about grease pencil markings on their new machine. Those marks are a hard working man or woman's signature. A signature that Ariens takes the time to check the unit was properly made. That worker takes pride in their job and the product they make. Their job puts food on the family table and fills them with pride. I will not remove the marks.I find it a rare and pleasant surprise when a product sold is of a satisfactory quality. All too often consumers are forced to choose which product is less junk. It is a shock when a product exceeds all expectations. Ariens exceeded my expectation. I am confident I chose the right manufacturer.Finally, I would recommend any and all small engine machine purchases be made from an independent dealer. My machine was delivered to my garage. Not only was it fully assembled, but the shoes and scraper bar were set for my driveway type. The controls were all adjusted. The belt break-in was completed and the machine tested. I paid no more than the big box store. I have nothing against big box stores but they shouldn't be everything to everybody.This was a glowing review from a person whom must be compelled by excellence to write a review. I hope my machine continues to be of quality and reliability.
My opinion changed from complete satisfaction to a huge...
After much research and a recommendation from a close friend I decided to purchase an Ariens Model 28" Deluxe. I was completely satisfied for the first three hours of use. During hour...Read complete review
After much research and a recommendation from a close friend I decided to purchase an Ariens Model 28" Deluxe. I was completely satisfied for the first three hours of use. During hour four of use, the tensioner spring for the drive idler broke. I could not a replacement spring from the store I purchased it from, however, they offered to exchange the whole unit for a new unit. Upon getting the second unit home I filled it with gas only to find the gas ran through the carburator and onto the floor. Again I hauled the unit nearly 60 miles back to town to get yet a third unit. Upon getting the third unit home, I found it had numerous fasteners loose (some were crossthreaded), none of the controls were adjusted properly, the spring to push the top chute open was not strong enough ( or needed adjusting), it was difficult to start, and then it went backwards while in 1st gear. After about an hour of usage I found a bolt laying on the ground where I had been working. I returned this unit as well.
Reviewed by 1453 customers
I would probably buy another one
By Dan
from Marshalltown Iowa
Comments about Ariens Deluxe 28:
Tries to auto turn both right and left when trying to go straight up an incline. It can be very hard to control when it does that.
Excellent !!
By Timmy X
from MA
Quality built machine. Love it. Wish my property was bigger. I even went out and bought a ramp so I can do my dads property.
Very nice machine!
By PJ62
from Maryland
Well built. Easy to start, easy to operate and totally devours snow. It cleared 26" deep snow with no problems.
Amazing product, and living in Vermont starts right up
By Kevin
from Williston, VT
Great machine!
I would buy this product again
By LeRebornAcadien
from south east ,New Brunswick, Canada
to clear my driveway to the house and around it and sometimes one of my neighbor"driveway. It even throws far the different types of wet snow I encountered last winter!
Big performance in small package
By Turbo Herbo
from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
About Me Professional
I found the auto turn feature to be extremely beneficial. Starting is never a problem. Changing the oil couldn't be easier.
Best product on market. very reliable.
By Paul G
from North Andover, MA
It was very easy to operate.
owned my last ariens blower for 28 years,good machine
By dave
from houghton lake ,michigan
the handles are to tall and not long enough,makes it hard to back up. leaves a track of snow in the middle.what about an adjustable handle?going to try bending my handles down 2 inches.really need solution
Great for Eastern MA
By Paul
from Eastern Ma
It was a very light winter for snow here in eastern MA compared to 2014-2015 season, but I can tell even with limited use this was a fantastic upgrade. We had a couple of decent snowfall amounts and this unit cleared the snow very easily even though it was pretty heavy and wet. No prblem with the packed wet snow from the street plow at the end of my driveway. My old snow blower was also an Ariens that is more than 20 years old. It was a hand me down from my father in law on Long Island. At 22" it was severely undersized for the snow we get here. Despite that it the treated me well for nearly 15 years. After a carb re-build it is ready to go for someone with a smaller area to clear so my durability rating is based on the last model and I hope this new one will last as long.
Great snowblower
By Ariens Guy
from St Paul, MN
The snowblower worked great for clearing my driveway. Loved it.
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Great Product
I purchased our home in August and knew my first major purchase was going to be a snow thrower. After research and talking with friends I knew the Ariens was the way to go....Read complete review
I purchased our home in August and knew my first major purchase was going to be a snow thrower. After research and talking with friends I knew the Ariens was the way to go. Purchased the Deluxe 28+ and do not regret it. Had several storms and of course the Blizzard of 2013. We got 27 inches plus in CT. Could not wait to use the machine. No problems at all. Pushed right through the snow and threw it no problems. Had great traction. Heated handgrips were nice especially with the wind chill and the snow freezing up and coating the machine. Easy to use. Even had the wife making a few passes. But I quickly took it back because I was having too much fun. Would recommend this to anyone who wants great value and an even better machine.
Leaking oil drain plugs
For snow blowing, the 921037 does what I'd expect. It has done a good job handling several foot-plus snowfalls, which is what I expected from a machine of this size/class.Read complete review
For snow blowing, the 921037 does what I'd expect. It has done a good job handling several foot-plus snowfalls, which is what I expected from a machine of this size/class.My big issue with the 921037 are leaking oil drain plugs (part number 20001303). My machine was delivered with a leaking oil drain plug, the one at the end of the extension tube. Subsequently the "dead" plug on the other side of the machine — a part you'd never have to interact with — started leaking. I find it ridiculous that a machine of this price has these defective parts — defective in design, defective in manufacture, defective in installation, whatever the case. I wish I had not made this purchase.My experience fixing the first oil drain plug was a mess. Ariens technical support advised torque specifications to apply to ensure the plug was tight. My application of a torque wrench resulted in the oil drain washer snapping, and the extension tube threads shearing off inside the engine block. I had to have a local dealer remove the threads and replace the extension tube. I asked the dealer if he'd ever use a torque wrench on the plug or tube and he said no, in his experience these parts should be tightened by hand.Even with a new plug installed, this time threaded with pipe tape, I've had another leak occur. To also have the "dead" plug on the other side start leaking, when a user wouldn't even need to touch this piece, only adds insult to injury. As I write this I still haven't resolved the other leak, and my attached photos show what the leak looks like.
Reviewed by 296 customers
Great power and clearing ability.
By Mike
from New Berlin, WI
Comments about Ariens Deluxe 28 SHO:
Unlike my former blower the 28 SHO handles and throws any type of snow well clear of the drive. This was previously a problem at the end of the drive where snow banks became unmanageable due to road plowing and inability of the other machine to adequately clear and throw the snow. The power of the 28 SHO also allows me to clear up and down a relatively steep drive in short order. My other machine could rarely make it up the drive without propelling on a cleared path. The Ariens is a great machine.
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it's my first ARIENS snowblower
By norm
from beresford new brunswick canada
it's my first ARIENS and lucky for us we didn't get much snow this year.so i.don't know really what to say.for the little that i used it, no problems,i didn't use 1 tank full yet,so it's show how little i used it
Great tough machine
By Lance
from Winnipeg Manitoba Canada
Bought this sno thro Oct.30 2015,traded my deluxe 24 for it.The deluxe 24 was a good machine but I wanted the auto turn and some more width and treated myself to the heated handgrips I've used it twice so far. First storm, dry snow threw that snow far with the wind,wasn't real cold but I put the heated hand grips on they work good.Second storm wet snow no wind SHO threw that wet snow far my neighbor was stuggling with his Yamaha he might get an Ariens in the future. I like the auto turn feature. It has served me well for time I've had it. Gas tip, I always treat my gas with seafoam even though it is premium gas,up here in Winnipeg premium gas has no ethanol I've done this for a few years now and will use this gas in my mower all summer long.
My First Snowblower! I am very pleased
By Julie....Fred's Wife
from Quispamsis, N.B.
I have a very long driveway. Since we had gotten more snow than was manageable last year, we bought this snow blower to help us in addition to the plow that we have on our truck. It works great for that
Jury still out on this machine
By TD80
from Nothern Illinois
I have been a loyal Ariens Sno-Thro customer for thirty-two years. This Deluxe 28 SHO is the third Ariens Sno-Thro I have purchased, having previously owned an ST824 (lasted 29 years) and an ST28LE. I traded in the ST28LE after just two years as I was disappointed with the performance. The wheels were too small and the hand lever differential lock out was cumbersome. The machine was difficult to turn and the small tires did not provide good traction. I purchased the 2015 Deluxe 28 SHO to get a larger engine, auto turn feature and higher output impeller.Dealer delivered unit two days before our first heavy 11" wet snow on 11/21. I was eager to test the new machine in the heavy snow. After firing the unit up, and letting it run for a few minutes to warm up, I began clearing the driveway. After just 12 minutes of operation, the blower attachment drive belt completely shredded. I had only made four passes on my long driveway and was forced to shovel the two thirds remaining. Disappointing to say the least after spending the extra money on what is supposed to be a premium, category leading machine.My dealer came first thing on Monday and picked the unit up. After two weeks, he called to tell me that he was working with Ariens on a fix. Shredding a drive belt can only be due to misaligned pulleys. The Ariens' factory recommended fix was the installation of a spacer on the pulley shaft to align the pulleys. After receiving this fix, Ariens could not supply a new belt as they were backordered. After an additional week, Ariens took a belt off of the assembly line and sent it to the dealer to get my unit back up and running. Thanks to El Nino, we had no significant snowfall during this three week period. My dealer was great throughout the ordeal and promised to deliver a loaner if a strong storm was forecast. After finally getting a belt, he tested the unit extensively and delivered it to the house. We have had only one significant snow since and it operated fine.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Ariens Delux 28 SHO
By Al
from Skillman, NJ
On January 23 & 24 we had a snow storm about 25 to 28 inches in NJ . The snow was heavy but not soaking wet. The blower threw the snow a good 40 feet. I was able to blow the 22 ft. wide driveway from one side to the other without blowing the snow twice. Snow cleanly went over the driveway and another 20 ft. beyond the other edge. Bottom of the driveway was plowed in by the Township trucks and was a good 36 inches high. A couple of easy pushes into cut through it and into the clean road. a few half wide passes and driveway was open. A couple half passes and the 48" pile at the mail box was clean. Worth every $.
Controls by a government safety burocrat
By Flyboy
from Lancaster, NY
This machine is sturdy, well built and strong. It deals well with heavy snow and plow piles and throws the snow an impressive distance. It's hard to imagine Lake Erie serving up more lake effect snow than this machine can handle. The down side is the controls. You must hold the left lever to keep it moving and the chute controls are on the left side, forcing a clumsy reach over the machine. It is nearly impossible to keep it moving straight single handed. It is not possible to change speed or direction without stopping, greatly adding to cleanup time. I bought the Ariens in part because I hated the controls when I test drove my son's new Toro. It seem all new snowblowers have controls designed by a committee of government safety bureaucrats who's primary goal is to make them annoying. Compared to it's current peers I would recommend the 921044. Compared to my ancient Toro, I would not.
By Elwin
from Portland CT
The throttle control consists of a black plastic dial with a small indicator tab. The dial also houses the choke dial that is bright orange and sits in the center of the throttle dial control. It is hard to see the throttle tab indicator (too small) and even harder to adjust the throttle speed as there is not enough radius to the plastic dial to grip easily especially when wearing gloves.
Only the best will do
By Raul the snowman
from Boston Ma
I bought the 28 SHO because of our record snowfall last year. Boston had over 110 inches in 3 weeks. I had an old Toro that just could not keep up. Snow drifts were 8 to 10 feet. I hired someone to come in to remove the snow and he showed up with The Ariens SHO. The machine gobbled up everything with out missing a beat and easily cleared the huge snow banks as well as the heavy plowed snow at the end driveway. I knew it was the unit for me.This past weekends storm I noticed many of my neighbors with new Ariens. Check out the others and you will find this is not a plastic toy and not under powered. bottom line--When you want to get the job done get an Ariens.
Added this unit to my snow remomal equipment
from Tiverton R.I.
First let me say the machine performed well in some wet New England snow.Bought this unit last fall in anticipation of a winter like last year.I own my own business and have a medium size parking lot to clear so a snow blower is essential to clear in between cars and walk ways. I already own several snow blowers but was tired of loading them on and of the plow truck. I own 2 other machines a Honda single stage "just a toy" and a Troy-Bilt 2 stage blower that has performed well. The only trouble I have found with this machine is the controls are reverse from my other machines. This isn't a hug problem but it makes the machine a little cumbersome to operate. The auger control is on the right and the drive control is on the left,the chute controls are on the left also. This means to rotate the chute you must release the drive handle "stopping the machine" to rotate the chute. Like I said not a huge deal but it does slow you down.
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My First Ariens And I Love It!
I have been wanting an Ariens snow throw for years so I finally put up the dough and bought one and I'll tell ya what it's everything I expected, especially after using a 5hp...Read complete review
I have been wanting an Ariens snow throw for years so I finally put up the dough and bought one and I'll tell ya what it's everything I expected, especially after using a 5hp 24 inch which took 2 hours to get that snow removed, this Deluxe 30 will get the job done on my lot in 30 to 45 minutes tops and that's even with blowing the street clear to the main road so me and the neighbors can get to work the next morning, this thing powers through the heaviest of snow without any engine bog, I live on the snow belt of Northern Michigan and how I managed with that little 5 horse is beyond me, I don't have to worry about that anymore, anyone interested in an Ariens Snow Throw can be rest assured it will be a solid investment.
Wosrt snowblower I have ever owned
I recently bought the new Deluxe 30 model. The last Ariens snowblower I had was an 32" STR series from mid-1990s. This was a great machine but I decided this year...Read complete review
I recently bought the new Deluxe 30 model. The last Ariens snowblower I had was an 32" STR series from mid-1990s. This was a great machine but I decided this year to buy another one rather than repair the old one. The following are the comparative design changes that make the new version a horrible machine to operate:1. the return springs on both handles have too much tension on them, so that your hands get tired if you are gdoing a large job. My wife now refuses to use the machine because her hands are tired after 20 minutes;2. the chute rotating mechanism is mounted on the left side so that you have to either reach across the machine to use it, which is difficult to do, or stop moving to make an adjustment;3. the new narrow wheels (compared to the old wide tires) make the machine difficult to control on anything other than a flat surface. The machine gets pulled by even small ruts or bumps to either side because both the wheels and the wheel base is too narrow.4. the auto-assist turning mechanism makes the issue of control even worse; so, as the machine is grabbed by ruts and bumps, the auto-turn mechanism thinks you are trying to turn, cuts in and accentuates the problem.Blowing a straight line with this machine on anything other than a ciomplatekly flat surface is not possible and so you end up fighting the machine instead of simply walking along behind it. This model is a big disappointment and I am going to sell it, and take my loss as soon as I can.
Reviewed by 305 customers
3 tries and I struck out . . .
By Maine Mike
from Westbrook ME
Comments about Ariens Deluxe 30:
I was excited to get my new snow blower. Well, that disappeared quickly! I only used it 3 times due to the warm season we've had and the discharge chute stopped working. I'd turn the handle and nothing. I had to pay $45 out of pocket to have it picked up and I'm waiting to hear if I'll be stuck with more charges. So far this has been a lousy experience with Ariens.
Unbelievable value!!
By Gerry
from Waverley, Nova Scotia, Canada
After 25 years of faithful service form my 10HP/32" Craftsman snow thrower I felt it was time to invest in a new machine. In addition to the Ariens Deluxe, I looked at HONDA - way too much money and difficult to handle, Cub Cadet - didn't see the need for 3-stage that I also felt may put too much strain on differential and all those other flimsy private branded snow throwers from somewhere 'offshore'. My neighbor has a small landscaping company and recommended the Areins. That was all I need to justify spending the extra money for the Areins. After yesterday's 40+cm snowfall I am sure that I made the correct choice.
I would buy the product again.
By none
from Waukesha, Wi 53186
It is kind of heavy to manipulate, possibly because I am 80 years old.
Good equipment
By Bill plowman
from Palmer Divide, CO
I live in the country with over 200 yds of driveway. Usually the ATV plow can handle the work, but when it blows and we get big drifts, we're stuck. Luckily we decided to get a snowblower this year. The first snow around Thanksgiving was a blizzard. The ATV got about 5 ft out of the garage. -- Hip-deep drifts - So I cranked up the snow blower and it went thru it like a knife through butter. After I got our drive done, I let my neighbor use it and he did his drive (about the same length).Only have 2 challenges to the Ariens engineers: 1. Gas tank is a bit too small. (Had to lug my 5 gal can of gas a bunch of times to fill it up.) 2. Works great in wet snow (like our first blizzard). But here in Colorado, we usually get dry powder, and when the wind blows it into drifts, it packs it so tight, I have to chop up the snow so the machine can eat it up. The machine will not penetrate dry snow drifts. It just rides on top of the drift.
Great Machine
By Ed
from Kennebunk, ME
This is my 3rd Ariens snow thrower. They have all been excellent. The deluxe 30 was an upgrade to a machine that I was very happy with, due to purchasing a larger property. It has worked as expected, excellent.
great machine went thru 30+ inches of snow
By brian
from hagerstown md
we just got over 30 inches of snow and my ariens 30 deluxe went right thru it includeing the slush at end of driveway from snow plow bought this machine last year and will strongly reccomend it to anyone wish they offered the heated hand grips for this model starts very easily with pulll cord or electric start even after sitting thru the summer
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Great Machine.
from Ontario
One mean mighty snow blowing machine!!!!!!!! Great Investment!!!!
Ariens Deluxe 30" Snow Blower
By Anthony
from Massachusetts
I wished I had something good to say. For the first 3 snow blowing usage after only 1 week that I bought it, I gave it 5 stars. It work great. The next time I used it in week 2, the auger stopped turning. I thought spending over $1,350+ would allow me to get a reliable snow blower. The belt came off and Home Depot technicians couldn't fix it. I was told that something was wrong with pulley/belt drive system as they too noticed the belt slipping off the pulley tracks. I now have a 15"+ snow storm approaching with no snow blower as my less than 2 week snow blower is in repair. I decided to return the unit since it couldn't be fixed in timely manner and the fact that I saw over a dozen Arien snow blowers waiting to be reparied which scared me.I think its reasonable to expect these snow blowers lasting at least 1 year with no belt issues assuming they have been taken care of and well maintained. There is no excuse for this expensive 30" snow blower to not work after only 3 uses within 2 weeks of purchase.I'm looking at Ariens competitors for my next 30" - 36" snow blower. I didn't like the fact that Home Depot did not have pickup service or in-home repairs for these very heavy snow blowers. It cost me over $70 to transport it to and from store. The warranty at home depot requires you to deliver it to the store for repairs. This unit was way to big for one person to move it or load it onto a truck. I had to get a UHAUL trailer with low ramp in order to transport it by myself. Renting the home depot truck with RAMP took 3 of us to load it with empty tank of gas as the ramp was very steep and the unit very heavy.I hope in the future that Ariens pays more attention to QA as there is no excuse for the belt for auger to come off pulley track after only 3 uses for residential application.
Powerful Snow blower, got through a real bad stretch of...
By Cory
from Saint John, NB Canada
So I'll tell you a story....Early 2015, Saint John, NB Canada. We had 4 storms in 5-6 days each with at least 25-30 cms (about a foot). I could not keep up with it. My in-laws live next door in their 80's and they obviously couldn't get out there and do too much. So it was left to me...On my street, the snow drifts...very bad...there are some spots that would be 3-4 feet and that's without the plow ridge.So I was hoping to wait it out and buy a slow blower int he late winter to get one at a decent price. Do the "tough it out" stance...it was a stupid stance given the amount of snow that piled up.So I was looking around and wouldn't you know it...none to be found. One store was getting them in but they were Ariens. I knew they were very good, but I also knew they were not the cheapest in the market. We conversed and said the heck with it. I orderd the Deluxe 30 and I was not disappointed. I knew that a smaller 24 inch wouldn't cut it for clearing two houses both front and back.The Deluxe 30 starts up very well, the auto turn can be a little tricky, but with a little nudging, it works very well. There was a video available on their Youtube channel that addressed the herky-jerky issue and is easy to correct. I highly recommend all Ariens owners to subscribe to their Youtube channel.I was able to cut three driveways and both walkways to both my in-law's and my house with little issue. I was also able to get to the back decks, the sheds and the workshop cleared out as well. They were a little tricky, but as you can see if the picture, this was pack powder along with a crusty frozen layer. In some places it was over the 21" Auger opening, but with a quick reverse and moving forward in lower speeds, I had little effort to get through it. The 30" swath makes it easy to get around in the newly cut paths I made. I'm sure my oil heating guy is going to appreciate it too...The drive speeds works very well and I can power back out of a drift very easily with the 2nd Reverse speed.I burned through about 4 tanks of gas (roughly) to clear out the front and back of both houses but given the amount of snow that I had to clear, I was expecting that. My only issue is that it requires Supreme gas (E10) which does cost more than regular Unleaded, but it is a minor glitch given the amount of times I would use it in a run of a year. I expect much less use after that initial clearing unless Mother Nature wants to have more fun with us. The Winter is young. I at least know this machine is up to the task.I have used this about 3 times so far and in between these three times I have shut it off and started it all with the pull cord several times. At first I had some issues but realized I was doing it wrong. I recounted what the dealer showed me and what I read out of the manual and after some messing around with the settings, it's really very easy to start. Plus I have the electric start if needed.If this thing is the norm on how it works, I will enjoy the use of this machine for years to come.
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great piece of equipment
By Clarence
from New Brunswick, Canada
Very good machine. Had storm after storm lately and nothing got in the way of my Deluxe 30. And will throw snow same or more than the leading blowers. Only downfall is the lighting.
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