Tredmill recommendations

[rocky]

Its time to get a treadmill!!

Ok so the only ones we've ever used are at hotels. Never checked on their features though never had any problems with anything I've used despite my height and size. I've just finished off a space in the house for the home gym.

Interested in getting peoples recommendations for a treadmill. The prices seem all over the shop from a few hundred to a few thousand (Landice).

Hoping to get something that can generate reasonable speed and inclination. Those seem to be the two things that really matter but if theres something you like, tell me! Somewhere out there is going to be the right model for us.

thanks

[hellcat]

a local exercise equipment store here in Knoxville referred us to this website

http://www.treadmilldoctor.com/

they have recommendations at different price points. ew have not purchased yet, still researching.

[Samuel2003]

What price range and what features would you like/need it to have?

[netman88]

I have an older Nordic Track one and it's pretty good.

Some don't last long so you have to check out Consumer Reports.

I found trying to sell it, only fetches pennies on the dollar. Hard to sell also.

[dpierson]

As with many things you get what you pay for with a treadmill. It seems the sub $1,000 models are good for walking but unable to take the pounding of jogging or running. I recommend going to a specialty equipment shop instead of a big box sportings good store. The specialty shops have their own repair people and will only carry brands that they are able to service with support from the manufacturer. Also look at teh warranties you are getting. Most good brands will offer a lifetime on the frame, at least 20 years on the motors and probably 1 or 2 years on all other parts and labor.

[rocky]

I've noticed prices are variable as is quality. I'm trending towards something with a MSRP in the $1500-2000 range.

[dpierson]

In that range you should find a pretty good machine. Try not to be swayed by item such as built in speakers, tvs, etc. Focus on the things that make a treadmill a treadmill. Motor, deck, size, etc. Test them out too.

You can probably find a good deal on a 2007 model this time of year. We recently paid about $1,500 delivered for a 2007 model that was selling for just shy of $2,000 during the rest of the year.

[jdeanski]

Originally posted by hellcat
a local exercise equipment store here in Knoxville referred us to this website

http://www.treadmilldoctor.com/

they have recommendations at different price points. ew have not purchased yet, still researching.

Well, well. I've been a fitness dealer for a long time and I'll just add I'm always skeptical of internet opinion sites. However when I read their opinion of Schwinn/Nautilus I couldn't agree more....but.................then read a little further and discover the site is in the business of selling replacement motors! My recommendation is that if you intend to actually use your treadmill don't get wrapped up in hoursepower claims but shop and buy from a dealer that has been around the block and offers SERVICE. Spend between $1000 and $2000.

I understand that intentions and reality sometimes conflict so you'll need to do a lot of soul searching before a decision. If you can't come to terms with whether you'll really use the treadmill save yourself some money and buy the cheapest piece of junk you can find and garage sale it in a few months.

[Ichigo]

So did you find anything yet Rocky?