There’s something about early autumn that makes me slow down a bit. The evenings start to cool, the first logs go into the wood stove, and the smell of smoke in the air tells you it’s finally that time again. I like sitting by the fire pit in the evenings, a mug in hand, watching the last light fade over the garden – but before I get to that, there’s always one job that needs doing: clearing the leaves. This year I decided to make it easier on myself and bought the LAZYBOI Cordless Leaf Blower. Nothing fancy, just a tool to save my back from endless raking. I’d read a few decent things about it and figured it was worth a try.
First Impressions
Out of the box, it’s surprisingly light. Around three and a half pounds, so no shoulder ache even after half an hour of use. The assembly took all of two minutes – snap the tube on, charge the batteries, and you’re ready to go. It comes with two 21V lithium batteries and a fast charger that tops them up in about an hour. I liked that right away – no downtime when one runs out.
The blower has two speeds and a turbo mode, which I used more than I thought I would. The air output feels strong for a cordless model – enough to move damp leaves off the lawn and gravel drive without much effort.
Putting It to Work
I used it the first weekend of October, when the ash and birch trees around the fire pit had dropped their leaves in thick, wet layers. Normally I’d spend an hour with the rake, but this thing cleared the area in fifteen minutes. I worked my way from the stone path outward, blowing everything into one big pile near the compost heap.
What I liked most was how quiet it was. I could still hear the crackle of the fire in the pit while I worked – no screaming motor, no smell of fuel. Just a steady whoosh of air. It’s the kind of tool you can use without waking the whole house on a Sunday morning.
Around the Shed and Woodpile
Once the leaves were sorted, I gave the wood shed a quick tidy. The LAZYBOI handled sawdust and bark bits like a champ. It’s also perfect for cleaning under the log splitter and getting the dust out of corners where a broom never quite reaches. I even took it up on the roof to blow out the gutters – light enough to handle with one hand while keeping a good grip on the ladder.
Battery Life and Care
Each battery gives me about 20–25 minutes on high power, which is enough for the jobs I do. With both batteries charged, I can finish my yard, the drive, and the patio in one go. The charger has a simple LED indicator – red when charging, green when done – and it doesn’t overheat. The blower itself has an overheat protection system, which I appreciate; I tend to push tools hard and like knowing it won’t fry itself if I overdo it.
Practical Tips
- Start from the edges and work inward to build tidy piles you can move or compost easily.
- Wait until the dew has lifted; dry leaves move faster and with less effort.
- Use the low speed on gravel paths or mulch beds to avoid scattering stones.
- Make several small piles rather than one huge one; it’s easier to bag and carry.
- Work with the wind so you’re not fighting the airflow.
- Give the tool and batteries a short rest when swapping to extend their lifespan.
Final Thoughts
By the time the sun dipped low and I’d finished tidying up, I had a clean yard, a neat woodpile, and just enough energy left to spark up the fire pit. There’s something satisfying about sitting beside a warm flame, knowing the place looks tidy and ready for winter.
The LAZYBOI Cordless Leaf Blower isn’t some high-end professional tool, but it’s exactly what I needed – light, quiet, and strong enough for everything I throw at it. If you enjoy your autumn evenings by the fire as much as I do, this is the kind of gadget that makes getting there quicker and a bit more enjoyable.
