winter tools

Tool Deals

Deal of the Day: Snow Joe Electric and Cordless Snow Blowers (3/2/2016)

Mar 2, 2016 Stuart 11 Comments

Over at Amazon, they’ve got some Snow Joe electric and cordless snow blowers on sale, today only.

DIY & Home

The Best Snow Shovel?

Feb 1, 2016 Stuart 47 Comments

Do you have a favorite winter snow shovel?

Editorial

Your Favorite Winter Tools and Supplies?

Dec 3, 2014 Stuart 36 Comments

What are your favorite winter-time tools or supplies? Three of mine include a near-indestructible snow brush, cold-weather windshield washer fluid, and lithium AA batteries.

Hand Tools

Mallory Heavy Duty Snow Brush Review

Dec 27, 2012 Stuart 4 Comments

Winter is here. If you’re looking to buy a new snow brush, here’s a review of our pick, the Mallory Ultra Maxx.

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