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Long Reach Hedge Trimmer

Gardening can be fun, a great way to relax and get some exercise but it can also lead to getting aches and pains, muscle problems and sore limbs. When maintaining your garden it is important that you have the right tools for the job. Cutting a hedge is not exception to this rule. Hedges can be tall as well as wide and therefore you need a tool that can help you cut away the unwanted parts easily.

long reach hedge trimmer A long reach hedge trimmer, also known as an extended reach trimmer is the perfect tool for this job. Usually mounted on an extendable pole or telescopic rod, the long reach version of this piece of common garden equipment will help you reach right back to the parts of the hedge that are not normally accessible. 100’s of people put their backs out every month just by leaning over too far to reach to the top or back of hedges.

Electric Long Reach Hedge Trimmers

Products by manufacturers such as Stihl are very sturdy and professional products. The Stihl HLE-71 electric long reach hedge trimmer features a 600 watt motor and extends to a length of 2.54 meters. The cutting blade on the HLE-71 is also adjustable and can rotate within 135 degrees. This long reach hedge trimmer is also very light and will be easy to hold for long periods of time.

The smaller Stihl HLE-71K is the same as its larger brother but comes in a smaller length, only 2.11 meters. This may be a more logical choice for the general gardener. Both the HLE-71 and the 71K store easily and have a full 12 month manufacturers warranty.

Petrol Long Reach Hedge Trimmers

If you have a larger area to manage, a petrol hedge trimmer might be the best option for you. Products by Lawnflite are recognised as being of high quality. Petrol trimmers often offer a higher rate of cut and are just as portable and light as their electric cousins. The Lawnflite LR2560W long reach hedge trimmer weighs in at just 6.4kg and has a powerful 25cc motor to power through the thickest hedges.

What ever your needs, a long reach hedge trimmer is a safe way to cut your bushes, trees and hedges back, without endangering your back. Getting the right tool for the job is very important and it is the people who make do that end up hurting them selves.