[Chiswickian]

does anybody have experience of these? I'm considering it but they are mighty dear, even on EBay
Ta in advance

[bigben]

Have a look at http://chat.allotment-garden.org/index.php?topic=67859.0 for more thoughts - I think this thread might get moved to the equipment section Chiswickian.

[Yorkie]

I think this thread might get moved to the equipment section Chiswickian.

Indeed 

[Stevens706]

I share one with me next door lottie buddy, It is great for getting a fine tilth prior to seed sowing, but you (I) couldn’t use it for rotorvating a large area.

[Runwell-Steve]

I think it is down to what you want it for.

I have an allergy to digging anything by hand so I prefer a slightly larger rotovator that will cope with doing larger areas, but can also be put into the raise beds if needed.

Once I have finished rotovating the soil is a reasonable tilth and a quick rake and I can sow.

I have a Honda FG201 which is a bit bigger than the Mantis, and personally I prefer it having watched people on my plot using the Mantis.

Check it out here

http://www.gardenmachinerydirect.co.uk/honda_tillers_fg201_shop_3964.htm

[Chiswickian]

are the four strokes worth the extra dosh compared to a two stroke?
Thanks so far!

[Gwiz]

I'm not sure for certain, but are they still making the two stroke? I thought that wasn't an option this year.
But in answer to your question, I think they are worth it.

[Chiswickian]

readily available on Ebay, Gwiz