Here is my first test drive of our new alpine remote slope mower. My plan was to take the Goat 22T out for a test drive just outside my home where we have a steep banking that would be a great initial test. There were two ways to get to the steep banking via a number of stairs or down the driveway. To really test the all terrain capabilities I decided to go down the stairs. I did make a big mistake, which I will tell you about at the end.
This is my first time using a remote control so I was very nervous about breaking our mower before getting to use it on an alpine meadow. As I was directing the mower towards the stairs I suddenly feel that it would be better to take the long way around. But I believed in the capabilities and the mower looks so rugged. So I took the plunge head first. You can see the video below.
I was very impressed with the performance of this remote slope mower. It attached the stairs without any problem. What a machine.
The terrain was very wet as it had been raining for the last week non-stop. This was the first day without rain but with plenty of sunshine which dried out the stairs and pavement and gave us the opportunity to test drive.
I was still getting the hang of the remote control unit (I need to pass my driving test). Also going back up the stairs I tried it backwards which mean the controls were confusing, but a lot of fun.
My big mistake which I mentioned at the beginning was not lifting the mowing deck to the highest level before attempting the stairs descent and climb. I did think I heard the rotor touch but luckily it did not and all was fine. So, lesson one lift the deck to the maximum before taking it for a test run.
If you missed the unboxing please check out my post here: