First time for the year on Sunday May 6th. Earliest mow for me, though, it wasn't absolutley necessary, there were area's that were excessively long. I decided to spruce the yard up a bit with a quick clipping, also wanted to try out the new ride. I picked up a 2011 John Deere X304 about a month ago, so, I have been kind of anxious to try the mower out. I really like this one. I would still rather be riding my sled though.-Mezz