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Good treadmill suggestions?

mima — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 15:27:36 GMT

I want one like the gym. I want one that you can raise the incline electronically.

Where is the best place to buy one? I live in the sticks, so I will have to go to a larger town to shop if I buy one in person.

I'd like to buy online, but I'm thinking this is something I need to actually look at and try out. Or is it possible to buy one online and be happy with my purchase?

DH can assemble it if needed.

Is there a brand you recommend?

Re: Good treadmill suggestions?

bonnielu — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 16:17:39 GMT

Sticks or no sticks you need to find a place that sells them so you can try it out or at least look at it. We bought one in Sears and although not all that perfectly happy the service that is being provided by an independent company is superb. We got a Nordictrak. (sp?) Not fancy but working and we have a yearly contract BECAUSE HUBBY IS AN EXERCISE NUT WHO USES IT OVER 2 HOURS A DAY. I dust it. Hate machine stuff, myself, would rather shovel snow. So far it is working with the help of the service guy who maintains it as in new belts whatever after Hubby wears it out.

Gyms will tell you that their equipment is also serviced lots... I asked them. So less might be better. Fancy stuff on it might not be cost effective over time.

As for me... I might be convinced to use it myself. Hubby has a DVD disc player propped up and watches old old old movies on it. He stays from start to finish at high speed.

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brii — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 16:20:10 GMT

I have a Pro Form from Sears. We tried a whole bunch out before we decided on this one. Some are too lightweight. My husband runs on it and it needed to be very sturdy. It's important that there's no drag on the belt. This one is smooth.

Truthfully, I like the elliptical better. There's less impact on knees, and I feel I get a better workout.

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June Lands — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 16:23:12 GMT

I bought a manual treadmill. No motor thus no issues with breakdown nor paying for electricity( they are power gobblers!). You actually get a better workout as you have to put more into each step.... and they are much less expensive.

Re: Good treadmill suggestions?

mima — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 16:27:22 GMT

On 1/22/2015 bonnielu said:
Sticks or no sticks you need to find a place that sells them so you can try it out or at least look at it. We bought one in Sears and although not all that perfectly happy the service that is being provided by an independent company is superb. We got a Nordictrak. (sp?) Not fancy but working and we have a yearly contract BECAUSE HUBBY IS AN EXERCISE NUT WHO USES IT OVER 2 HOURS A DAY. I dust it. Hate machine stuff, myself, would rather shovel snow. So far it is working with the help of the service guy who maintains it as in new belts whatever after Hubby wears it out.

Gyms will tell you that their equipment is also serviced lots... I asked them. So less might be better. Fancy stuff on it might not be cost effective over time.

As for me... I might be convinced to use it myself. Hubby has a DVD disc player propped up and watches old old old movies on it. He stays from start to finish at high speed.

Does someone come on a regular basis to service it or do you just call them when it needs work? I'm thinking if I had someone service it, it would cost a lot. We are 45 minutes from a big town and an hour and 15 minutes from the nearest city.

Re: Good treadmill suggestions?

bonnielu — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 21:38:00 GMT

On 1/22/2015 mima said:
On 1/22/2015 bonnielu said:
Sticks or no sticks you need to find a place that sells them so you can try it out or at least look at it. We bought one in Sears and although not all that perfectly happy the service that is being provided by an independent company is superb. We got a Nordictrak. (sp?) Not fancy but working and we have a yearly contract BECAUSE HUBBY IS AN EXERCISE NUT WHO USES IT OVER 2 HOURS A DAY. I dust it. Hate machine stuff, myself, would rather shovel snow. So far it is working with the help of the service guy who maintains it as in new belts whatever after Hubby wears it out.

Gyms will tell you that their equipment is also serviced lots... I asked them. So less might be better. Fancy stuff on it might not be cost effective over time.

As for me... I might be convinced to use it myself. Hubby has a DVD disc player propped up and watches old old old movies on it. He stays from start to finish at high speed.

Does someone come on a regular basis to service it or do you just call them when it needs work? I'm thinking if I had someone service it, it would cost a lot. We are 45 minutes from a big town and an hour and 15 minutes from the nearest city.

Here is what I do to answer you. Sears had a contract. I bought it. It was with an independent company that outsourced the item. If you call the company that manufactures it... they will have information. I do have a norditrac (cannot spell that word). I have a yearly contract, they show up. And I am truly 65 miles from anywhere in any direction. For us it is worth it. Or I would be buying a new treadmill yearly the way my hubby uses it. (Gyms also have the same problem... I asked). Just call around the manufacturers and see what plans they have.

Re: Good treadmill suggestions?

FastDogWalker2 — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 21:44:20 GMT

Love from my Nordic Track from Sears!

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debic — Fri, 23 Jan 2015 15:04:53 GMT

On 1/22/2015 FastDogWalker2 said:
Love from my Nordic Track from Sears!

That's what we have, I've had it 10 years and still use it.

Re: Good treadmill suggestions?

jackthebear — Fri, 23 Jan 2015 15:27:30 GMT

Sports Authority?

I looked at them while my kid was there, not sure what service/delivery they offer.

I think you definitely need to go and try them out, belts feel differently and they have all kinds of features.

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floozie — Fri, 23 Jan 2015 15:33:57 GMT

Landice treadmills are fanastic we have had ours for years and its well used every DAY!

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mima — Fri, 23 Jan 2015 16:03:13 GMT

Thank you all for your suggestions. I know the nearest town has a Sears. I think I'll check there first.

Thanks again!

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PamelaSue72 — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 14:42:49 GMT

On 1/23/2015 debc said:
On 1/22/2015 FastDogWalker2 said:
Love from my Nordic Track from Sears!

That's what we have, I've had it 10 years and still use it.

At least ten years here, too. Best investment I've ever made. I had some trouble with the belt squeaking and "sticking". It's in the cold basement, so I think the sticking was a normal thing as it was when I'd first start out on the treadmill; once it warmed up, it was fine, although the squeaking was annoying. Some lubricant quieted the squeaking and also solved the sticking problem. My NT is at least ten years old and I still love my treadmill. (Much better than the elliptical that's in our bedroom. Love the treadmill; hate the elliptical.)

I'd like to get a new treadmill, just for some bells and whistles. But since my old one keeps going strong, I can't justify a new one. 3 miles on that thing every morning of my life.

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hckynut — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 19:42:45 GMT

1- Treadmill should weigh more than the user if running.Xxxxxxx2-Minimum belt width--20""XXXXXXX3-Minimum 2.5 CHP if used for runningXXXXXXX4-Minimum of 52"" belt length if used for running. Keep it well cleaned and do all preventative maintenence.

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Shaunac — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 20:26:45 GMT

You'll get a better workout with a treadmill. Burn many more calories.

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Ms X — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 20:29:40 GMT

On 1/22/2015 annabella said:
I bought a manual treadmill. No motor thus no issues with breakdown nor paying for electricity( they are power gobblers!). You actually get a better workout as you have to put more into each step.... and they are much less expensive.

I also have the NordicTrack manual that I bought 20 years ago. I need to get back to using it 30 minutes a day, as that is all I need to be in top shape. Enough of this life of sloth!

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SaggingGal — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 20:55:54 GMT

Precor commercial grade treadmill. We purchased ours slightly used. Excellent product, no repairs. I prefer walking outside so it got little use.

Personally I prefer my low impact AreoPilates Pro XP 555, the one with heavy wooden supports, with the rebounder attachment. Far easier on the joints and the rebounder burns a lot more calories than a treadmill in far less time. I purchased it as a demo, out on the selling floor less than a week, and saved a few hundred dollars. Excellent product as well, no repairs so far.

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SaggingGal — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 21:15:01 GMT

Precor commercial grade treadmill. Excellent product, no repairs in ten years.

Personally I prefer my low impact AreoPilates Pro XP 555 with the rebounder attachment. Easier on the joints and the rebounder burns a lot more calories than a treadmill in far less time. Excellent product as well, no repairs in four years.

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dobiesrule — Mon, 26 Jan 2015 18:41:21 GMT

I have had a Proform for about 8 years. Bought directly from them although HSN sells them. Mine is still in good shape but I use it for walking only, no running. It does have a push button incline.

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kate2357 — Wed, 28 Jan 2015 06:04:39 GMT

Bought my treadmill from Sears. Waited until they had a sale. Paid for delivery and assembly. Best money I ever spent ... the assembly and the treadmill. I run most everyday. Good luck and have fun.