Riding mowers

[Royall]

My body is telling me it is time to think of a riding mower! I know nothing of what to look for in one. I do see some that are pretty nice and turn on a dime but I'm sure those are way out of the budget... I have an acre and I mow about 1/3 of it, maybe a bit more. I do have a few trees and hibiscus bushes to go around but really, what size and horse power does one need? I know there is a point if you go too small or too cheap, you'll run the machine into the ground but don't want to buy the top of the line either. Know of any good deals on a used machine? I'm pretty handy with a wrench or two!!

Any input from you guys??