Like many others who have posted, I performed due diligence before I bought. I eventually purchased from Dick's Sporting Goods since they sold me the treadmill for $1400 with free delivery to my upstairs rec room 12 steps. They charged $74 for assembly which I took them up on. Glad I did, but I am sure I could have done it myself without major issues. The guys told me that they do hear about people who pinch the wires as they secure the handle covers. The trick they showed me is to ensure that the wires are routed around little metal posts in the handle to prevent the pinching before putting the handle covers on. For those reading this who are thinking about buying the machine, click on [...] to get an idea of the assembly steps if you are unsure about doing it yourself. Delivery folks were friendly, efficient, and prompt to the hour.
A word to the wise that I have not seen on a previous posting. While the treadmill may work on the average 15 amp circuit with other things like lights, clocks, TV's, DVD's etc on the same circuit, breakers may trip. The manual is explicit about the need for a DEDICATED (they use the adjective nominal) 15-amp circuit (directly to the panel and not shared with other things on the circuit). I did this with a buddy of mine and it took me 4 hrs to do. Called an electrical contractor for a bid and he bid $515 for 4 hours of work (Portland, OR market). So, I was lucky to have an experienced friend guide me through the circuit install. Everything works just fine. The delivery guys also told me that the most call-backs they get are about folks who trip breakers and think the machine is defective. Without fail these are folks who have connected the machines to shared circuits and don't have enough juice to support the current demands of the motor. So, like building computers, you must ensure that you have adequate and appropriate power. I myself installed a 20 amp circuit since the Sole tech support guy agreed that that would be better. The cost between a 20 and 15 amp breaker is usually less than $5, but you must use 12 ga Romex wire, not 14 as you would with a 15 amp breaker.If you are uncertain about code requirements or your handiness at home repairs, get a licensed electrician to do the work.
I love this treadmill. It is sturdy, quiet and a true joy to use at home. I am using this as part of a stage 3 cardiac rehab program. Stage 3 cardiac rehab is generally on your own after you finish a monitored rehab program in a hospital, clinic, or YMCA/YWCA. If you were to join a commercial gym (precious few provide stage 3 cardiac rehab with monitoring by nurses, physical therapists, or fitness technology/exercise physiology -educated trainers) it would cost at least $120 per month. My ROI on the fees alone will pay for the treadmill in 12 months, plus however longer use I get beyond the first year. Plus, I get to use the treadmill without all the other things that come with sharing the gym environment. Also, in this era of H1N1 and other emerging infections, the possibility of being exposed to an infectious disease in the gym is now eliminated for me. I am not saying that gyms are breeding grounds for epidemics, but the responsible gym managers do warn patrons that personal hygiene IS the patron's responsibility and not theirs. They also provide hand wipes and bottles of gel. But, I digress.
Others have addressed the issues of the fan and speakers, but those are not big detractors for me. I bought the treadmill .... period. What is not available on the panel is the display of MET's. For those who need that, you can go to [...] to help you design your workout. For those who are in stage 3 like I, you will know what to do with this information.
I am certain that I made the right purchase for myself. Others will have to make those decisions for themselves based on price, features, size, aesthetics, or any other criteria that are critical to their decision-making. Get more detail about Sole F80 Treadmill.
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