This is a first start of the year and review of the Snapper Lawn Mower Model P217018BV Easy Speed. The Easy Speed is a Hi-Vac 21-inch Model very well engineered unique self-propelled system. I have an aftermarket Gator Blade installed which is better than the Snapper Ninja blade. I have found the Ninja blade if the grass is wet or damp would clog up, not this Gator blade. Never has failed to start, bought this new in year 2005 what a great well-made lawn mower!