Imagine your chainsaw is a finely tuned race car. The engine (your saw’s motor) is powerful, but without the right tires (the bar and chain), you’re just spinning your wheels….

Let’s tackle the termite problem head-on! Preventing termites from devouring your valuable trees and turning those infested logs into usable lumber or firewood is a challenge I’ve faced countless times…

One of the often-overlooked advantages of using a corded electric chainsaw, especially a 20-inch model, is how incredibly easy they are to clean compared to their gas-powered counterparts. There’s no…

From tinkering with my first chainsaw at age 16 to now, I’ve always been fascinated by the art and science of working with wood. What started as a hobby has…

If you’re wrestling with black locust, that iron-tough wood, and find yourself throwing in the towel more often than throwing wood in the stove, I get it. Splitting black locust…

Unleash the Beast: Mastering Your Stihl MS 440 Magnum Fuel Mix for Peak PerformanceImagine a world where your chainsaw, a Stihl MS 440 Magnum, roars with unparalleled power, effortlessly slicing…

As someone who’s spent years wrestling with logs and coaxing warmth from stubborn firewood, I understand the regional nuances that dictate our wood-burning choices. In the Northeast, where I cut…

Alright, let’s talk chainsaws. Remember that scene in “Evil Dead 2” where Ash’s chainsaw hand becomes an integral part of his demon-slaying arsenal? While I wouldn’t recommend using a chainsaw…

Let’s get right to it! I know how frustrating it is when your Stihl BG86 blower starts bogging down. The good news is, often, a simple air filter fix is…

Ever wondered if you’re truly getting the most out of every log you cut, every swing of your axe, or every hour spent splitting firewood? As someone who’s spent years…