Treadmill Recommendations Please

katmumn · 12-21-2011

I'm looking to buy a treadmill to put in the now spare bedroom, soon to be home gym. I would like to spend around $1500. Does anyone have recommendations on good brands, and maybe even specific models? Or brands you would stay away from?

heater · 12-21-2011

I would suggest looking for a gym quality one on craigslist. Precor is a good brand.

roni · 12-21-2011

Our gym has Life Fitness treadmills

Rissask · 12-21-2011

I agree with Heather, Precor is great- but pricey!

I found this:

Best Treadmills | Top Picks and Reviews at ConsumerSearch

The top pick, the 'SoleF80' is right at your price point, too.
We are looking at getting one too, once we move, I think we will look on Kajiji.

Neil G · 12-21-2011

No recommendation on brands but +1 to the buy used advice - so many people buy a treadmill, seldom use it and then ditch it. I don't even recall the brand of mine but we got it for $400 when it is around $1000 new.

You might find this site useful.

Transit · 12-21-2011

My suggestion is to first be sure your going to use it. I had great plans when I bought mine and it now sits collection dust after only a few months of use.

katmumn · 12-21-2011

I have normally used either Precor or Life Fitness at the gym, so I would love to find one of those in my price range.

It would probably have to be used though.

Transit - I honestly enjoy exercise, even when I'm on vacation so I'm not worried about lack of use.

heater · 12-21-2011

I used to have a treadmill but am hooked on the elliptical now. Good for you for getting one for your home and knowing that you are going to use it. Exercise is life changing.

TAPPY · 12-21-2011

I have a LifeSpan...it came with a with a 5 year warranty/parts/service and 10 on the motor.
I have had them come out twice to replace the belt and minor adjustments - I have been very happy with it. It gets heavy use from both me and my daughter.

I am betting you could find a used one for a steal !

horizon200 · 12-21-2011

I've found that these work much better and do not take up as much space...

Mercy · 12-21-2011

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Originally Posted by horizon200

I've found that these work much better and do not take up as much space...

I was thinking the same thing!

Rissask · 12-21-2011

I have a recumbent bike that we use on average 3 times a week each, hubby and I- and we almost have it worn out!

Not everyone buys exercise equipment and then only uses it for two months, people!!

tough crowd

horizon200 · 12-21-2011

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rissask

I have a recumbent bike that we use on average 3 times a week each, hubby and I- and we almost have it worn out!

Not everyone buys exercise equipment and then only uses it for two months, people!!

tough crowd

Oooh a marathoner!!

LB4Playa · 12-21-2011

We have a Nordictrack ifit that is very good, it has a nice springy platform that is easy on the joints. We have had it 5 years with no problems. We bought it second hand with low miles.

Rissask · 12-21-2011

Quote:

Originally Posted by horizon200

Oooh a marathoner!!

one month, then?!?

12-21-2011	#1 (permalink)
katmumn añejo Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 6,879	Treadmill Recommendations Please I'm looking to buy a treadmill to put in the now spare bedroom, soon to be home gym. I would like to spend around $1500. Does anyone have recommendations on good brands, and maybe even specific models? Or brands you would stay away from?

12-21-2011	#9 (permalink)
TAPPY añejo Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 21,148	I have a LifeSpan...it came with a with a 5 year warranty/parts/service and 10 on the motor. I have had them come out twice to replace the belt and minor adjustments - I have been very happy with it. It gets heavy use from both me and my daughter. I am betting you could find a used one for a steal ! Last edited by TAPPY; 12-21-2011 at 01:32 PM..

12-21-2011	#2 (permalink)
heater reposado Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: michigan Posts: 1,328	I would suggest looking for a gym quality one on craigslist. Precor is a good brand.

12-21-2011	#3 (permalink)
roni añejo Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Oregon Posts: 59,678	Our gym has Life Fitness treadmills

12-21-2011	#4 (permalink)
Rissask Canada Dry Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 49,566	I agree with Heather, Precor is great- but pricey! I found this: Best Treadmills \| Top Picks and Reviews at ConsumerSearch The top pick, the 'SoleF80' is right at your price point, too. We are looking at getting one too, once we move, I think we will look on Kajiji.

12-21-2011	#5 (permalink)
Neil G life=playa Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Saskatoon, SK Posts: 811	No recommendation on brands but +1 to the buy used advice - so many people buy a treadmill, seldom use it and then ditch it. I don't even recall the brand of mine but we got it for $400 when it is around $1000 new. You might find this site useful.

12-21-2011	#6 (permalink)
Transit beachaholic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Vancouver Posts: 446	My suggestion is to first be sure your going to use it. I had great plans when I bought mine and it now sits collection dust after only a few months of use.

12-21-2011	#7 (permalink)
katmumn añejo Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 6,879	I have normally used either Precor or Life Fitness at the gym, so I would love to find one of those in my price range. It would probably have to be used though. Transit - I honestly enjoy exercise, even when I'm on vacation so I'm not worried about lack of use.

12-21-2011	#8 (permalink)
heater reposado Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: michigan Posts: 1,328	I used to have a treadmill but am hooked on the elliptical now. Good for you for getting one for your home and knowing that you are going to use it. Exercise is life changing.

12-21-2011	#10 (permalink)
horizon200 añejo Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Delaware Posts: 10,409	I've found that these work much better and do not take up as much space...

12-21-2011	#12 (permalink)
Rissask Canada Dry Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 49,566	I have a recumbent bike that we use on average 3 times a week each, hubby and I- and we almost have it worn out! Not everyone buys exercise equipment and then only uses it for two months, people!! tough crowd

12-21-2011	#14 (permalink)
LB4Playa beachaholic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Kamloops, B.C. Posts: 363	We have a Nordictrack ifit that is very good, it has a nice springy platform that is easy on the joints. We have had it 5 years with no problems. We bought it second hand with low miles.

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