While some people genuinely enjoy raking leaves and weeding the flowerbeds, even the happiest yard worker in the world would admit that the work comes with its share of drawbacks. First and foremost, each yard worker must reckon with all that yard debris. How does one efficiently collect grass clippings, pulled weeds, and piles of wayward leaves to get rid of it all? Extra trashcans take up so much storage space and are clunky to transport around the yard, while paper refuse bags become soggy in damp conditions and frequently tip over or crumple closed, resulting in additional spills to clean up. To address the shortcomings of these waste-disposal dilemmas, Fiskars created their handy 30-gallon kangaroo container. Not a trashcan or a bag, the kangaroo container resembles a springy coil, stretching up to 28-inches high while maintaining a 22-inch diameter. Collapsed, the kangaroo container compresses to a 3-inch height. The internal structure prevents the container's opening from caving. The lightweight vinyl-coated polyester construction resists mildew and fares well in all weather-conditions and under physical stress. Padded handles enhance ergonomic comfort and hinder hands from slipping in wet or balmy weather. The container holds standard 33-gallon refuse bags for user convenience. For storage, the container employs a toggle and loop system to keep it closed and hanging clips. Fiskars offers a two-year warranty for this item. Upon shipping, the kangaroo container weighs 4-1/2 pounds. --Jessica Reuling
