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Aerator Sandals: Waste of Money for Aeration, But Great for Grub Control

Spikes compact soil—don't aerate. Hollow-tine core aerators are the real deal.

Hidden Use

Colorado State study: Sandals kill white grubs (Japanese beetle larvae) if you walk 3–5 passes (2 holes/sq in). Neighbors get entertainment. You get exercise.

Verdict

Don't buy for aeration. Buy if you have grubs and want a workout.

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