Updated with advanced features for 2009, the Sole F80 treadmill has been reviewed as "The best treadmill in the $1,000-$2,000 price category" by both consumers and numerous consumer resources, thanks to its unbeatable combination of high quality components and ease of use. Sole F80 Treadmill can be the best treadmill because it gives heart rate control, large 2 ¾" rollers, a good size 20" x 55" belt, powerful 3.0 HP motor, lifetime motor and 2-year service warranty.The treadmill boasts a powerful 3.0-power, continuous-duty motor which provides demanding speeds of up to 12 miles per hour and inclines up to 15 percent. At the same time, the F80's Cushion Flex Whisper Deck is built to protect joints from excessive beating, with the ability to reduce the impact up to 40 percent compared to running on asphalt. And if you are not using the treadmill, it folds into a compact footprint and locks securely in place, doing a lot of space.
Sole's folding treadmill design of the frame is derived from the application of hotels for a treadmill as mobile as a room service cart, but still stable and powerful. So whether it's a hotel room or your living room, there are the best of both worlds. The Sole F80 Treadmill is equipped with a set of user-friendly features, including six preset workout programs, two customizable programs, and two heart rate programs, with a red display that tracks your speed, angle, time, distance traveled, calories, heart rate and rhythm. There is also a 1/4-mile digital track that you can follow as you run and peak-and-valley graph refers to individual programs. Other safety features include a large stop switch, starts from only .05 mph and low-profile running hood. Additional features include armrest cooling fans, speed and incline controls on the armrests, a wireless chest strap that measures your heart rate; and a 20-by-55-inch running deck. The treadmill console is user friendly with a vibrant display. The information that is displayed at all times include Speed, Incline, Time, Distance Traveled, Calories, Pulse and Pace. There is also a 1/4 mile track feature and a Peak and Valley graph for different programs. The console also has built-in speaker allow you to connect your MP3 player (iPod, etc) for easy listening. The F80 treadmill, which offers a user capacity of up to 335 pounds, plays the following guarantees: lifetime on the motor, deck and frame; five years on the electronics, belt, and rollers; and two years on the labor.Sole F80 Treadmill Specifications:
# Assembled Dimensions: 33 by 75 by 58 inches (W x L x H)
# Weight: 250 lbs.
# Folded Dimensions: 68 by 43 inches (H x D)
# Motor: 3.0 horsepower Continuous Duty, DC type
# Speed: 0.1 to 12 miles per hour
# Elevation: 0 to 15%, rack and pinion gear design
# Deck: 1-inch Whisper - Cushion Flex Shock Absorption Whisper Deck
# Belt: Double Woven 2-ply
# Running surface: 20 by 55 inches
# Roller: 2.75 inches
# Fold-up: Easy Assist Fold
# Pulse Grip
# Heart Rate Control
# Heart Rate Chest Strap Included
# Display Type: LED
# Six-Window Display
# Color: Red
# Accessory tray
# Six Standard Programs
# Two User-Defined Programs
# Two Heart Rate Programs
# Quick speed/elevation buttons: 12
# Speed/elevation in handles
# Built-in cooling fans
# Weight capacity: 350 pounds
The combination of price, quality and features makes this an excellent buy. It appears Sole does an excellent job standing behind their products. Sole F80 Treadmill will adequately accommodate both walkers and joggers.
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