I'm not loving this yet although I really want to. How do you all toss the snow other than just moving it ahead? What am I missing?
1095388
you push down on the handle hard and quick and fling the snow out. you can also watch the snow wolf video. using this you will get sore from flinging the snow out. if you have a wet snow only load up the shovel with a little snow at a time.
1095389
Down go the handles and a little jerk sends that snow flying. I just love this. As the snow gets higher and higher, I simply push the wolf up the existing snow banks and push all the snow right over the top. This is such an added bonus as I need to back onto a highway so need to see the road. I can easily keep the banks low enough too see oncoming traffic.
1095390
Hi Julie, sorry it took so long to respond, but I really do enjoy this shovel. What you have to do, is... as you're lifting the snow, you basically jerk the shovel downward, - and thrust the snow forward. It may sound funny, but once you get the hang of it, it's pretty easy. NO wear and tear on your back. Hope this helps you, and believe me, I'm hoping for SPRING! Good luck.
1095391
Hi Julie, We love our snow wolf. I have a hard time getting it away from my wife after a snow here in the mountains of New Mexico. So here's the deal, as you walk forward with a load of snow push down the handle quickly when you want to off load, step and then push down. Maybe the Snow Wolf video might help. I've shown off ours to neighbors and it takes them a few tries to get the off load trick. Good luck and pray for snow.
1095392
You need to push down on the handlebars fast (snapping motion) while pushing forward and quickly pulling back. It will take a little practice to master it, but I have owned mine for a longtime and it is still all I use to clean our driveway from the Northern Illinois / Southern Wisconsin snowfalls. This video shows how effortless using this shovel can be: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6pFUgphxew
1095393
I saw a brief video (perhaps @ the vendor's site?) which had a nice demo. Near the end of the "run" just do a little "fling" up. I find it works great with dry or wet snow. Just did a search - this demo looks good: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9GgYKtBE9Q. PS: I also got the gravel attachment. Hope this is helpful. All the best. Pat
1095394
There are several videos on YouTube that show you how to use the Snow Wolf. That is where I went to learn about the Snow Wolf before I purchased it.
1095395
The video shows practicing throwing pillows in the air. When my husband put mine together before I took it outside, I threw pillows to him to catch and when I got it outside, it was easy. Hope this helps.
1095396
my suggestion is to watch the video from industry. I've been using it two years, love it!
383886
I would say no to sand. It tends to dig into the snow unless it is well packed. pretty hard to control. My kids 11 and 13 don't really care for it.
1807053
Ours didn't work either. I even bought a different one at the local grocery store and need up returning it because it didn't work either. I gave up and figured you had to get something more expensive to actually get a slushing or snow cone.
1919883
I always just tilt the handle to lift the blade, and I don't have any problems. My driveway has depressed sewers and cracks, so I have to adjust as I go. Admittedly, sometimes I feel like I'm wrestling with the handle, but that's just my shoveling techniqueLOL!! I'm in Connecticut, and we've had lots of snow this winter already; my Snowcaster is doing a great job.
2208578
It does not work well in wet snow, primarily because the chute keeps clogging. Beyond that, it works harder so I have actually had the battery run out on me just short of finishing my driveway due to the intensity/thickness of the snow. But you know, even struggling through the wet snow with this is SO MUCH BETTER than struggling to shovel the wet stuff. It's still faster, easier on my back, and less difficult.
2003889
Any video of the Blizzard SR should be fairly accurate on how it operates. It plows best in light, dry, fluffy snow. Heavy wet snow really bogs it down.
71923
Agreed. I put this unit to the test last night. Need be patient and not have it bite off more than it can chew. For the hard stuff at the base of driveway, I broke it up with my boots and a shovel, then used this to clear. (NYC area had decent sized snow/rain/sleet event 2/5). UPS delivered to me about 7pm. snow was wet, heavy and dense. would have been much better if I had been able to get out earlier I think.
51585
I purchased one for my wife for Christmas. We still have 6 inches of snow on the deck. Needless to say it's still in the box. Sorry
2009304
You have to plan for it. If you run over the cord you can easily cut it. Since it doesn't throw snow as far as a gas model you have to plan ahead anyways. Start on one side and throw the snow where you'll be going next, reverse at the end of the drive and turn the chute. Generally keeps the cord out of the way.
1967480
I haven't used it yet. I got it to use for catching melting snow in my garage and didn't have any snow after I received it. Ill have to wait til next winter to try it out. Sorry
1492362
I think it's pretty heavy. I'm 51 but fairly weak and I do my own shoveling also. The shovel is on the heavy side but is easy to push. However, when you get to the edge to try to tip the snow off the edge of the driveway or sidewalk, it's pretty heavy. I think a snow thrower is a better option for you.
1149786
Blade is slanted at a angle or to side to push snow off to side when pushing.... then you can flip it over to have blade angle in opposite direction... watch you tube video and you will see them flipping it over to a different angle.... Hope this helps
1180029
Have it in hand now and am stocking up on extra batteries, charger, case, memory cards, etc. but like most of us I work and it is still snowing from time to time where I live. I have not put it to the test yet, plan a trip to Yosimite and Carmel Beach next month and will be better suited to come back and fill you with info...stay tuned.
704452
just fill with gas and go. remember it,s like your car, you have to check and change oil. starts right up, really throws the snow! it pulls itself somewhat with the auger, but if you have to pull it around, it,s on the heavy side. good machine!! (i,m a woman)
912382
Nothing much, really. Just keep pushing the new snow up and over. Then wait for Spring.
858156
I had to leave mine in snow and ice and subfreezing temperatures this winter at a remote location. Unfortunately I haven't had the chance to check how it did and I won't be able to do it until the end of April. If no one else has a better answer and you're not in a hurry, I'll provide an update at that time.
128444
Like all snow blowers (or throwers) it struggles in wet snow. Being light weight it's hard to push. Through regular snow it's fine. Except you have to push a bit then also. The back wheels aren't much help. The chute turn handle broke the first timeI used it so I have to manually turn the chute. Otherwise it's a fine machine.