Sometimes all you can do is laugh, although that picture above is probably a little unfair on dear old Homer.

OK guys by now we’re all pretty clued up on the horrors of load shedding. The only time it is mildly amusing is when it happens during the work day, although one is then forced to navigate the drive home without the benefit of traffic robots. Seriously it’s not that hard people, it doesn’t require a high IQ to exercise basic road user etiquette.

But we’re not here to preach about poor driving techniques are we, let’s talk about the Ryobi Petrol Generator RG-2700 Four-Stroke 2700W going for just R3 990 (down from R6 699, free delivery nogal). If the term ‘four-stroke’ gets you a little exicted wait until you hear what this ripper can do to stave off the darkness.

We’re talking the ability to run your telly, your lights and stay connected to the internet all at the same time. Take that awkward conversations by candlelight, be gone at once. Time for some specifics, let’s get to it:

2700 Watt
Air-cooled
Four-stroke engine (unleaded petrol)
To determine the size generator, total the wattage of the maximum number of items to be run simultaneously
Never exceed maximum run rating
Fitted with overload protection switch

So in case your maths isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, the overload protection switch will click into action and let you start over again. Let’s take a look at the four-stroked beast…

The generator comes with a host of specs and need-to-knows so check those out down the bottom of the page HERE. Then give Eskom the middle finger and invite your attractive neighbour over to watch the latest episode of their favourite TV show.

Candlelight dinner and awkward conversation still optional.