Camping & Chainsaws: Which Chainsaw & Why? Apart from all the normal camping equipment you take when you go on a camping trip, it’s a good idea to take a small chainsaw along with you. That is especially true when…
Ignore Chainsaw Safety Gear at your Peril Once you have bought your chainsaw, the last thing you probably want to think about is spending more money on a range of chainsaw safety gear. The truth is though that chainsaws probably…
The Best Mini Chainsaws for Women Is there such a thing as the best mini chainsaw for a woman? What would qualify a mini chainsaw as being suitable for women? Its a loaded question fraught with chauvinistic assumptions that might…
Gas vs. Electric Chainsaws – A Cutting Edge Battle The decision to go with a gas powered chainsaw OR an electrically powered chainsaw is not always that straight forward. Choosing the right chainsaw can be challenging, especially when there is…
Top vs Rear Handle Chainsaws Top handle or rear handle chainsaw? That is one of the decisions you will need to make when you decide to buy a new chainsaw. This can be particularly confusing if you are not sure…
Why do Mini Chainsaws Need Oil? So lets get it out there from the start! ALL chainsaws, including mini chainsaws , electrical corded and battery powered chainsaws, need oil. It just depends where you need to apply it and when!…
How Expensive Are Mini Chainsaws? Mini chainsaws (defined as chainsaws that are battery driven and usually used with one hand only) vary quite considerably in price. Lets say roughly between $35 & $200 (see below for a more detailed breakdown)…
Which Chainsaw Should I Buy Now? So, you are considering taking the leap and buying a chainsaw? Now you need to decide which one to buy? If you have never bought a chainsaw before then the variety on offer can…
Should Chainsaw Chains be Sharpened At All? Chainsaw chains can certainly be sharpened! In fact they need to be sharpened to get the best performance out of your chainsaw. The benefits of a sharp chain include: a better cutting experience Gets…
Can Chainsaws Overheat While Working? The simple answer to the question posed is yes, chainsaws can overheat while doing what they are designed to do – cutting wood! This is true of both gas powered as well as battery…
