The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

5 Don't underestimate. . . Use care As another winter season closes in, wise consumers will be thinking about their snow re­ moval chores ahead. And, with the predictions of another snowy winter, now is the time to act if you're considering a snowthrower to help with those winter chores. , PLAINDEALER - PAGE M -FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14,1«7» Sufficient power As a rule of thumb, the ex­ perts say, be sure your snowthrower is at least a little more powerful than you think you need. An undersized snowthrower in heavy snow can be as frustrat- HAPPY HOLIDAY'S! For Your Party Needs WE RENT: • Extra Tables & Chairs * • Roll-Away Beds • • Coffee Urns ( 100 Cup) • Glasswear Punrh Bowls Chafing Dishes THE EXTRA POWER NEEDED for winter snow chores is • feature of Rolens new lightweight snowthrowers. Their winter ized 4-cycle engine uses regular gas and powers a unique triple paddle impeller for picking up and blowing snow in a single action. Are Your Carpets Ready for the Holidays? We Also Rent the AMAZING STEAMEX! Plus Other Party Helpers To Make.lt Easier For Entertaining Large Groups! ED'S RENTAL & SALES, INC. OPEN MON. SAT. 7:30-6 ing as no snowthrower at all-- and sometimes just as effective. In lightweight, single-stage snowthrowers, for example, the ce difference between a 3.5 To the question: "How much power do I need?" the experts recommend that you consider: • Do you have stairs or land­ ings to clear? • Is storage space a problem? SUNDAY 9 I 2 RENTAL CENTERS! CRYSTAL LAKE 5407 T«rro Cotto Ave (Hwy 176) 455-3232 904 Front St 395-3232 and a 5 hp. unit usually is Shop Genevieve's For Choose From Our Holiday Collection Of: •Dresses Blouses •Long Skirts •Sweaters Coordinates • Lingerie Handbags Robes Christmas Hours: FREE GIFT WRAP! Doily 9 to 8:30, Sun. 10 - 3:00 Sot. 9 to 5:00 GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE! eneuieve 5 1315 N. RIVERSIDE DRIVE McHENRY 385-0238 ' • The average annual snow­ fall inyour area. • The size of your driveway, : sidewalks and other areas to be cleared. • Who will be operating the snowthrower? t If you have stairs or landings to clear and storage space is a problem, look first at light­ weight, single-stage snow­ throwers (which are also the least expensive models). In so doing, look for the most powerful model available for the money you plan to spend, particularly if you live in an area which gets a heavy annual snowfall or you have a larger than average size driveway or area to clear. Also, for the average-sized man and most women, a light­ weight model snowthrower is ideal because it's easier to ma­ neuver than heavier two-stage units. Shopping for lightweight snowthrowers In any case, with this kind of information, your local dealer will know better what horse­ power you'll need. For most residences, a lightweight, siri- gle-stage snowthrower rated at 3.5 hp. or higher should do the job. But there are other features which you, the consumer, need to consider when comparing models to find a good quality snowthrower that will do the job. • Note the impeller paddles --the more there are, the easier the snowthrower will cut through deep snow. A snow­ thrower equipped with a triple paddle impeller instead of the usual two not only will help throw more snow, but also will help propelihe machine forward more easily. • Compare the weight of similarly rated models--the lighter it is, the easier it will be to handle, especially on stairs and around cars. • Look at the wheels, they're ofteti a good indication of the machine's inherent quality. Rugged wheels on a solidly built axle are signs of quality con­ struction. Only Bolens new lightweight snowthrowers offer higher horsepower models (3'/a & 5hp.) for sufficient power to get the job done. In addition, Bolens new lightweights are the only ones on the market that fea­ ture triple paddle impellers for throwing more show in less, time. Other product differences! you'll encounter include electric; start options and type of fuel re­ quired. All Bolens lightweights I have optional electric start, andj they're the only ones you'll find! that feature 4-cycle engines which use only regular gas--no messy mixing of gasoline and oil in zero degree weather. Also, check the size of the gas tank--Bolens lightweight snowthrowers feature a large I two quart gas tank which should mean you can clean a large driveway and surrounding side-' walks without having to stop1 and refuel. -- .. If you know what to look for I and take your time in making a { prudent decision rather than a nasty one, the experts agree, you should be all set for Mother Nature's winter temper this year. It's snowball time in * ' " *»* nn."I•• i»»r'I.,I.I t||i i nHj'rtu JJ.II, •» ..ji.ni.ii.niiy -yf the city of Montreal In Montreal, when tempera­ tures drop, activity soars, mak­ ing this lively metropolis a fine destination for a mid-week or weekend break during the winter months. Especially attractive are the city's several Snow Ball pack­ age tours which put the price of a two nights/three days visit as low as $43 per person, double occupancy, including special sightseeing and entertainment features. Outdoor ftra If you are a winter sports buff you will find plenty of action right within the city limits on cross country trails, toboggan runs, skating rinks and snow- shoeing areas in a number of city parks. Or, you can spend your days on downhill slopes in the nearby Laurentians and Eastern Town­ ships, returning to Montreal for the bright nightlife. If you're inclined to indulge yourself with indoor activity, Montreal is the place for that as wel). It offers the tops in hotel accommodations, restaurants and smart shops. Scenes of excitement Entertainment options range from symphony concerts at the Place des Arts, the city's stun­ ning performing arts center, to Canadiens hockey games at The Forum, to a whirl through Montreal's fast-paced disco- dom. The city's easy-riding, im­ maculately clean Metro links an extensive network of under­ ground walkways and shopping arcades and gives easy access to all of the hotels featured in Montreal's two and three-night winter package plans. Free pamphlet For a brochure describing the choice of Snow Ball packages write to City of Montreal, Dept. M, 6SS Madison Ave., New York, NY 10021. TRAVEL by 8 REINDEER? No, Not Really BUT A TRAVEL GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR CHRISTMAS! Perfect for those hard to buy for loved ones on your list. Applied toward any cruise, tour, Airline, AMTRAK. A Trip will be cherished and remembered for-ever. 385-7500 CHAIN 34Q5 W. €im Sk^cHewy v vy* v-