If you intend to buy Sole Treadmill, this is the review of experience
If you intend to buy Sole Treadmill, this is the review of experience
I owned a Bowflex Series 7 Treadmill for few years. It was repaired several times after suffering electrical and mechanical problems, but never again ran properly.
After disappointing customer service with Bowflex, I did a research online and came to the conclusion that Sole was definitely the way to go. I purchased the Sole f80 to help me continue my training through the winter months, and anytime the weather is poor. I hate running in snow, ice, and cold weather. I have had it for less than a month and I can say I am very impressed.
It's heavy. I would highly recommend you to go with "Inside Delivery" as the size and weight of the box makes it extremely hard to move. I had to take the treadmill base out of the box and have two men carry my F80 downstairs into my basement.
Anyway, assembly was very simple, quick and relatively.
The Sole F80 treadmill is very sturdy and has many nice features (quick speed-incline keys in increments of 2, iPod plug-in, storage wells on each side of a console, etc.). In reading through the reviews online, I didn't see many people who had actually used the predefined workouts. I have used quite a few of them already, and they are excellent! You should download a PDF on Sole's website that contains the details of every setting and how they are influenced by maximum top speed that you set and length of time for the program that you set. I personally use the Fatburn, Hill, Cardio and Strength programs but look forward to the user defined ones as well.
The wireless heart rate monitor is great, and I can't imagine not having it. For me, it has been very accurate. You do need to read the directions with the monitor to place it properly underneath the pectorals and to wet the monitor sensors. I have never had a problem with it being off since I have started doing this.
There is a slight delay between speed or incline changes about 5 seconds, but I find this helpful for me because it allows me to adjust and prepare. The incline changes are elusive and smooth.
The speakers are good. I use them with my iPod, and it works great.
When comparing my ownership experience with both treadmills, I recommend the Sole F80.
Bowflex Series 7:
1. 20x60 running surface (better for tall runners)
2. Stylish console, but not easy to use
3. 3.0 hp motor gets the belt to full speed in about 2-3 sec
4. Speed and incline controls only on the console, not on handles
5. No countdown before the belt begins to move
6. Metallic handrails (this can cause static electricity shock)
7. It must tip or lean treadmill backwards to move
8. Warranty: 10 yrs motor, 2 yrs electronics, only 1 year labor
Sole F80:
1. 20x55 running surface (good for most people)
2. Console is functional and easy to use
3. 3.0 hp motor gets the belt to full speed in about 6-8 sec
4. Speed and incline controls located on handles AND on the console
5. 3 sec countdown before the belt begins to move
6. Hand rails covered with rubber compound for better grip
7. Treadmill slides along ground without tipping or leaning
8. Warranty: lifetime on motor, 5 yrs electronics, 2 years labor
My only complain with the Sole F80 is what I would call a slight hum at speeds lower than 2.0mph. I sometimes notice it (always at 1.0-2.0mph). It sounds like a motor whine like it's dragging-laboring but the sound goes away after a speed is increase a little.
This machine is great! I feel you will not be disappointed if you invest in this quality machine and use it regularly for what it's meant to be used for.
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