I hated leaf blowers, now I love them: A convert's guide

What you need to know to blast bothersome leaf fall into submission

Ryobi One+ leaf blower kit (RY18BLA-140). Compatible with system of over 150 cordless tools for the home, garden and automotive. Includes battery and charger. In store at B&Q, €185, or order online at diy.ie.

I was once dividing people into set tranches. Those who preached about their iPhone and those who were self-realised enough to choose an Android (now me). 

Those who had their card/money braced in hand at the supermarket till, and those who dig for it like demented archaeologists — flame-faced, flustered (now me).