treadmill
 

Any suggestions for a home treadmill? Not sure what to get or spend...thx.

Get out on the golf course :thumbup:

If you don't have a lot of time to exercise, the TreadClimber from Bowflex gives you "supposedly" the best calorie burn. I've tried treadmills and stairclimbers in gyms and found them lacking.

I have been very happy with the workout that mine gives me in just 30 minutes but I have had some motor / motor panel / control panel issues. Bowflex were VERY good about sending me replacement parts though. I had made the mistake of buying it from an eBay "store" and only found out later that the warranty is only really covered if you buy it direct from Bowflex or from an authorized reseller.

Look at the TC5000, which I have, or better models. When I need to replace this machine, I will be buying another TreadClimber...

I have one from Sears, cheap..generic..and does the job. If you want something with a bunch of lights and whistles that will walk you through a hundred different routines, this isn't for you. But if you want something simple to run/walk on...it works fine. I work out 4-5 days a week. I broke a Bowflex Ultimate in less the two years (their quality sucks, and their after purchase support is even worse IMO).

If you don't already have a workout routine or cardio-routine, I wouldn't spend a whole lot of money. You don't want an overpriced laundry holder in the basement if you lose interest.

This is the one I have:

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...Name=Beginners

I spent a month shopping and researching treadmills before ending up buying a Pacemaster Gold Elite for $1699 on sale at a local fitness equipment store. I wanted to have a treadmill that would take the abuse of 4 runners (me, wife, two adult sons) per day, probably 3-4 hours of use per day. I looked at LifeFitness, Precor, Landice, and BodyGuard. I've heard good things about Smooth and Sole as well.

Use www.treadmilldoctor.com as the starting part for your search. Use the www.runnersworld.com forum to see what runners have to say about their purchases.

Take your time researching; learn as much as you can about the products. There is some really bad stuff out there, under some very recognizeable brand names (i.e. reebok and ironman), so caveat emptor applies here.

Do not buy a treadmill unless you run on it first. Don't buy it sight unseen. Treadmills do feel different from machine to machine, so make sure you get the one that feels right. Shock absorption, belt type, deck length, deck thickness, construction materials, etc. all play a factor in user comfort. To me, you have to spend $1500 or more to get something that is close to a commercial grade treadmill. You need at least a 3.0 HP motor if you are a hard core runner who trains at least 10 hours per week and you need at least a 1" deck height if you weight 200 lbs or you are a heavy striker when you run. Smaller motors are good for walkers but will burn out for running, and decks will crack under constant beating.

Hope this helps, let me know if you have any other questions, as I've been through this chase before...

I bought a LifeFitness treadmill about 6 years ago for just under $3,000. Sold it a year ago for $2,700 on Craig's List. :thumbup:

Save yourself a ton of dough and buy one used off of Craig's List or some other local used resource. There is a world full of treadmills that are unused from day one for sale or in garages collecting dust. You will save 75%-85% for a practically new one if you go this route.

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I actually got mine (which is the sears model I linked to, which was $500) for $100 of a guy that never used it :)

Some things in life have simple rules. Treadmills are one of them. I've owned several over the last twenty years. (I put 2500-3000 miles a year on a 'mill). If you spend less than 1500 bucks, it won't be any good. Period. If you actually want to use it, spend more. I have owned a Pacemaster (great treadmills and great value) and recommend it. Currently, I have a Nautilus T718. Both of these treadmills are among the best and absolutely will not let you down.

Blonde Moment: I didn't have a treadmill, I had an elliptical.


Carry on.



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