Sole F80 Treadmill Review
The Sole F-80 is a medium-range model that is great for home use if you're planning on running regularly. For the price range this one is in (probably around $1600-1700) it's a very high quality machine. It folds up to take up a lot less room (the running area goes nearly vertical). Overall, this is a very good option that has gotten strong reviews from its users.
The advantages:
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It can handle pretty heavy users - up to 335 pounds
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The motor is powerful - 3.0 horsepower, that can get to speeds up to 11 mph. It's also quiet despite the power.
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The base is sturdy (a plus if you're bigger as some of the cheap models will shake around).
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This is pretty close to gym quality. It's got a bunch of random extra features: pulse grips on the side, a lot of electronic workout programs, cooling fans, speakers, a place to plug in your iPod, etc.
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Both the incline and the speed can be programmed to alter automatically based on your heart rate to keep it at a certain level.
The disadvantages:
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The fans are set to blow on someone of average height - so if you're short, you may not get any air at all, and if you're tall, you may not get as cool as you would otherwise.
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You have to assemble it yourself and it can take an hour or more.
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The box is going to be heavy. You may need someone else to help you put it together, or at least move it to wherever you are taking it apart.
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