EGO Power+ 15 String Trimmer with PowerLoad ST1521S in Aledo, IL

This patented technology solves one of the biggest pain points of string trimmers, POWERLOAD technology automatically winds your trimmer. The EGO POWER+ 15″ POWERLOAD String Trimmer has a Carbon Fiber shaft that is stronger than any other string trimmer shaft on the market today. The EGO telescoping aluminum shaft string trimmer tops it all off with a high-efficiency brushless motor and a bump feed line advance system. The trimmer supports 0.095” professional cutting line, which is the size we typically use when given the choice. It provides a great combination of speed and durability. The Carbon Fiber Shaft is described as beingstronger than any other string trimmer shaft on the market today.

Ego Powerload String

In this case, you simply flip the lever, pull or push the aluminum telescoping shaft to the desired height, and you’re good to go. We prefer to do it while standing so we can see exactly where we want the head to fall for our height. For most of us, the adjustment came down to a difference of just 2–3 inches. The EGO Power+ PowerLoad String Trimmer with Telescoping Aluminum Shaft does something unique.

Like their other products, the EGO Power+ 15” POWERLOAD String Trimmer is made of durable green and gray plastic housing—except for the carbon fiber shaft. This shaft arrives folded in two that needs to be straightened and locked down with a provided hex key . The only assembly is attaching the protective debris shield and handle. It’s a good thing I photographed the trimmer when it was new and shiny because after one session, it looked like it has been used for years . Pro Tool Reviews is a successful online publication that has been providing tool reviews and industry news since 2008.

Fortunately, the guard keeps the flying detritus from our faces, and the noise level is what we’ve come to expect from quieter battery-powered tools. Ego sells larger batteries for longer jobs, as well as a rapid charger, and these are pricey, especially if you’re not committed to the Ego line of tools. When he’s not remodeling part of his house or playing with the latest power tool, Clint enjoys life as a husband, father, and avid reader. He has a degree in recording engineering and has been involved in multimedia and/or online publishing in one form or another since 1992.

Does their auto winder use the motor to rewind the string inside or it is some form of spring loaded. I think Stihl has a new setup that does something like autowind and the motor runs it back. Next time I’ll try for “before and after” photos.

I use it without the guard as that gives me much more precise control . If you are careful to always work opposite the string rotation direction, it’s not a problem. The trimmer I reviewed comes with a 2.5Ah battery and charger. If you already own some EGO products and have enough batteries, the trimmer can be purchased sans battery at a lower price. Yes, the battery always dies sooner than I like, but the EGO batteries run at full power until they need recharging with no power fade—a great feature. Extra batteries can always be purchased, but they are not cheap.

I’d say that I abused the tool, and kept it running nearly continuously for a little over two hours. My three 5.0Ah batteries could have kept me going for even longer, but I ran out of line. One of the biggest pain points of lawn care is now as simple as pushing a button. Garden Pro Tools provides dealer support to the following New York State Counties, Franklin, Jefferson, Lewis Onondaga, Oswego, St. Lawrence. We are required to charge sales tax for these counties. If you are interested in a local pick up please contact us

Most orders under $199 will receive $6.49 flat rate shipping. Some irregular shaped or oversized items may include a special handling charge. The charge will show on the greenworks pro product detail page of applicable products. Ive had the shaft driven one for a few years now and its still fine. Also no one sees the bottom of your string trimmer.