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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [ironmuffin] [ In reply to ]
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Whatever you go with, just make sure you get an extended warranty with it. Our 4-year period is nearly up, but in that time we've had a primary circuit board go, and two decks; ext cover was ÂŁ89.99 at the time, so well worth it.

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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Exige] [ In reply to ]
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Exige wrote:
we have a Sole F80 got it on black friday a few years ago and has been great.


What do you consider a good deal on this Treadmill?

I'm just this guy ya know?
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [blanco] [ In reply to ]
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blanco wrote:
What do you consider a good deal on this Treadmill?

I got mine (2015 model) for $600 on Craigslist, hadn't even had the stickers removed from it. Go look around your local area for treadmills, you can get some absurd deals from that.
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [blanco] [ In reply to ]
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I am almost positive ours was 1200$ shipped but I think it's been 3+ years so I'm sure prices have increased some.
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Exige] [ In reply to ]
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Dick's Sporting goods has the F80 right now for 1500.00
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [blanco] [ In reply to ]
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blanco wrote:
Exige wrote:
we have a Sole F80 got it on black friday a few years ago and has been great.


What do you consider a good deal on this Treadmill?

I've been price stalking this treadmill for a few months, and the cheapest I've seen is $1349 (not including tax/shipping) on Sole's website as part of a Labor Day sale. I'm going to wait for Black Friday to buy.
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [kells] [ In reply to ]
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Forgot to mention we actually missed the Black friday deal by about 5 days as we were out of town and an email asking to match resulted in great customer service and no issue at all..
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [AndrewL] [ In reply to ]
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I got the Nordic track a couple of years ago. It's great and no issues. There is the dumb ifit program on it, however there are no requirements to pay for it.

I do wish treadmills were "smarter" though.

Just bought a NordicTrack C1750
It is a very heavy & bulky package to get home, quite a bit of assembly required.
So far so good, nice and cushy, moderately quiet motor, lots of features.

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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [ironmuffin] [ In reply to ]
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I have a True PS800, it's 4 or 5 years old. Never had a problem with it, it is fantastic in every way. Better feel than many gym treadmills.

My method when purchasing it was to decide on my budget, and then buy the absolute best treadmill I could get with that money that came with zero bells and whistles. All I cared about was how it felt running, what its build quality was, how fast it could go carrying someone of my weight (155) and that I could get there easily. I did not care about pre-programmed workouts. I did not care if it had a TV. I did not care if it had a fan. ETC.

Why would I spend more for all that when I can use an ipad with PS Vue or netflix or whatever for TV? If my ipad breaks the treadmill still works. Why would I pay for a crappy fan when I can spend 30 bucks and have a great one and if it breaks the treadmill still works. That's how I thought at least. That's why I wouldn't choose all those Landice models or others like that.

Just give me a usable treadmill and I supply the rest. And for my money, the PS800 has been great. I'm sure there's equally great treadmills out there too.

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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [duckies] [ In reply to ]
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Ok im planning to get a treadmill for my pain cave next season. Sole 80 or Nordic Track 1750?
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [blanco] [ In reply to ]
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$700 for my Sole F80 on Craigslist. Guy said he used it maybe 5 times and it looks that way.
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Domiku] [ In reply to ]
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Can't speak to the NordicTrack, but I recently picked up a Sole F80. So far its great, though thats probably ~100mi only. I like the longer/wider deck, speed buttons on the sides are nice, overall it just works well. I wish it were dumber and just had a couple buttons I care for (I dont need bluetooth and crappy speakers/fan), but can't really do anything about that.
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [ironmuffin] [ In reply to ]
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I skimmed through the replies and saw quite a bit of Sole. I have an F-85 and it's everything I wanted. Sturdy, simple, pretty quiet. Haven't had any problems with it in the 1.5 ish years I've owned it.

Only issues I have are: 1) inclines go up in 1% increments (would be nice to have 0.5%) and 2) you can't punch in the speed you want, you either use arrows or press one of the presets (I think it's sometime like 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 12) and then go from there.

But those are more nice to have than must haves, at least for me.
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [marklemcd] [ In reply to ]
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I am actually looking at a used PS800 right now. Looks new and shows under 1K miles, however the guy selling it knows nothing about it - he took it on a trade. He is asking $1,200 which seems like a pretty good price, however I am hesitant not knowing the history.

Glad to hear you have had a good experience with yours though. I might just try to wait him out a bit and see if he is willing to move on the price at all. The other alternative is a PS300 for $800, but it's about 8 years old at this point with little use.

"It's good enough for who it's for" - Grandpa Wayne
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [flynnzu] [ In reply to ]
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I'd jump on a PS800 at that price, especially with so little miles! I've had my PS100 for just under 3 years - got it in November of 2014 -and we have around 3,000 miles on it so far (between my wife and I), and it's been rock solid.

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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [flynnzu] [ In reply to ]
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I'd buy that PS800 at that price. We've got at least 5000 miles on ours and you'd never know it. It's a great treadmill.

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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Pwraddr] [ In reply to ]
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Been looking at them also, thinking Landice L8 with cardio console.

Thoughts?

I am about to buy this model, with the ortho belt/suspension. Did you buy one?
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Mike Alexander] [ In reply to ]
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Pwraddr wrote:
Been looking at them also, thinking Landice L8 with cardio console.

Thoughts?

I am about to buy this model, with the ortho belt/suspension. Did you buy one?

Yes, I did. Only have about 100 Miles on it so far. My wife probably has 30. We both are happy. I didn’t get that option, sales guy told me it wasn’t worth it, in the end, do t think it is needed after running on it.

The critique is the following.

- the fan is a fart in a windstorm, useless, plus I’m short, 5’8” and hits me in the face. My wife it is over her head. No biggie, not needed.

- when the incline is up the console does move a bit, but the precor I ran on did also, maybe common. More annoying than anything.

- the attachment for the tablet, nice, quality, but wish I could get the tablet higher up. It rests on the bottom and the top is adjustable to lock it in. again, I’m used to it now.

I love how quiet it is and changes speed quickly for intervals. It feels solid, not like a cheap POS.

Overall, I’d buy again. It was between this and Precor, the precor I could have gotten much cheaper but like the warranty on Landice and assembled here in the US.

I kicked around a Woodway, but shipping is a pain, couldn’t find one to run on, and damn they are costly.

Hope that helps, if you have any questions let them fly.
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Pwraddr] [ In reply to ]
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Pwraddr wrote:
Mike Alexander wrote:
Pwraddr wrote:
Been looking at them also, thinking Landice L8 with cardio console.

Thoughts?


I am about to buy this model, with the ortho belt/suspension. Did you buy one?


Yes, I did. Only have about 100 Miles on it so far. My wife probably has 30. We both are happy. I didn’t get that option, sales guy told me it wasn’t worth it, in the end, do t think it is needed after running on it.

The critique is the following.

- the fan is a fart in a windstorm, useless, plus I’m short, 5’8” and hits me in the face. My wife it is over her head. No biggie, not needed.

- when the incline is up the console does move a bit, but the precor I ran on did also, maybe common. More annoying than anything.

- the attachment for the tablet, nice, quality, but wish I could get the tablet higher up. It rests on the bottom and the top is adjustable to lock it in. again, I’m used to it now.

I love how quiet it is and changes speed quickly for intervals. It feels solid, not like a cheap POS.

Overall, I’d buy again. It was between this and Precor, the precor I could have gotten much cheaper but like the warranty on Landice and assembled here in the US.

I kicked around a Woodway, but shipping is a pain, couldn’t find one to run on, and damn they are costly.

Hope that helps, if you have any questions let them fly.

Thanks so much for your reply, very helpful! Sorry for the long post/questions...but just spent a bunch of money and value your opinion. I will PM you my number....I know this post is going to feel like an interrogation....but very interested to hear a recent purchaser's opinion.

Concerned about the console moving when on incline...actually a lot concerned. I never run less than a 1.0 incline, and usually more. How noticeable is the movement? I spent the extra money on a high end device to get this machine because it seemed sturdy. Do you have it on a mat? I had a $1200 treadmill prior to this one and don't recall it moving on inclines.

When you ordered yours, how long did it take to receive. I added some options and they are telling me 3.5-4 weeks. I am not terribly concerned with this....I can always run outside since the weather cooled down....or go to the gym. Just curious.

I added the tablet attachment, but was concerned it was a cheap aftermarket thing. The dealer assured me it was solid and didn't just clip on the treadmill. I bought it. True? What do you mean by "It rests on the bottom and the top is adjustable to lock it in" . Is it an integrated part of the machine? Could you remove it and the machine look normal? Can you not adjust the arm that the tablet mounts on to get to the height desired?

I know this is a novelty....and likely something I won't use, but have you tried the integration with RunSocial, or other programs? Very few treadmills have this built in, but the Landice L7/L8 does. Thought it may be interesting to incorporate on long runs.....load a course, watch it on the iPad, and the treadmill automatically adjusts incline.

Would love to hear additional feedback as you put the miles on your Landice. I do 90% of my running indoors and excited to put it to the test. I hope I made a good decision.....I know I am tired of reading about treadmills!!!
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Mike Alexander] [ In reply to ]
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Mike Alexander wrote:
Pwraddr wrote:
Mike Alexander wrote:
Pwraddr wrote:
Been looking at them also, thinking Landice L8 with cardio console.

Thoughts?


I am about to buy this model, with the ortho belt/suspension. Did you buy one?


Yes, I did. Only have about 100 Miles on it so far. My wife probably has 30. We both are happy. I didn’t get that option, sales guy told me it wasn’t worth it, in the end, do t think it is needed after running on it.

The critique is the following.

- the fan is a fart in a windstorm, useless, plus I’m short, 5’8” and hits me in the face. My wife it is over her head. No biggie, not needed.

- when the incline is up the console does move a bit, but the precor I ran on did also, maybe common. More annoying than anything.

- the attachment for the tablet, nice, quality, but wish I could get the tablet higher up. It rests on the bottom and the top is adjustable to lock it in. again, I’m used to it now.

I love how quiet it is and changes speed quickly for intervals. It feels solid, not like a cheap POS.

Overall, I’d buy again. It was between this and Precor, the precor I could have gotten much cheaper but like the warranty on Landice and assembled here in the US.

I kicked around a Woodway, but shipping is a pain, couldn’t find one to run on, and damn they are costly.

Hope that helps, if you have any questions let them fly.


Thanks so much for your reply, very helpful! Sorry for the long post/questions...but just spent a bunch of money and value your opinion. I will PM you my number....I know this post is going to feel like an interrogation....but very interested to hear a recent purchaser's opinion.

Concerned about the console moving when on incline...actually a lot concerned. I never run less than a 1.0 incline, and usually more. How noticeable is the movement? Noticeable. I spent the extra money on a high end device to get this machine because it seemed sturdy. It is sturdy IMO. Heavy as hell. Do you have it on a mat? Yes, do, they recommended it. I had a $1200 treadmill prior to this one and don't recall it moving on inclines.

When you ordered yours, how long did it take to receive. 2 weeks, they had the unit in stock and only order the Cardio console. I added some options and they are telling me 3.5-4 weeks. I am not terribly concerned with this....I can always run outside since the weather cooled down....or go to the gym. Just curious.

I added the tablet attachment, but was concerned it was a cheap aftermarket thing. The dealer assured me it was solid and didn't just clip on the treadmill. I bought it. True? Yes, it is a nice quality component. What do you mean by "It rests on the bottom and the top is adjustable to lock it in" Your tablet rests in a channel and there is a clamp to hold it that raises and lowers. Since it is like this your tablet will always be at the same level, cannot make higher or lower. You can either place it landscape or portrait. . Is it an integrated part of the machine? Yes, it mounts on the back side of the unit with 4 screws. Could you remove it and the machine look normal? Yes, LOL, it doesn't come on the unit so it looks fine without it. Can you not adjust the arm that the tablet mounts on to get to the height desired? No, the arm adjusts the tilt, not the height. As mentioned above the height is not adjustable.

I know this is a novelty....and likely something I won't use, but have you tried the integration with RunSocial, or other programs? Yes, I use RunSocial as do some others on this site. Very few treadmills have this built in, but the Landice L7/L8 does. Thought it may be interesting to incorporate on long runs.....load a course, watch it on the iPad, and the treadmill automatically adjusts incline. Yes, and if you are in heart rate mode will adjust your speed also.

Would love to hear additional feedback as you put the miles on your Landice. I do 90% of my running indoors and excited to put it to the test. I hope I made a good decision.....I know I am tired of reading about treadmills!!! In the end it is a treadmill, not worth stressing over.

OK, one question for you, why in the hell didn't you run on it prior to purchase??
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Pwraddr] [ In reply to ]
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Pwraddr wrote:
Mike Alexander wrote:
Pwraddr wrote:
Mike Alexander wrote:
Pwraddr wrote:
Been looking at them also, thinking Landice L8 with cardio console.

Thoughts?


I am about to buy this model, with the ortho belt/suspension. Did you buy one?


Yes, I did. Only have about 100 Miles on it so far. My wife probably has 30. We both are happy. I didn’t get that option, sales guy told me it wasn’t worth it, in the end, do t think it is needed after running on it.

The critique is the following.

- the fan is a fart in a windstorm, useless, plus I’m short, 5’8” and hits me in the face. My wife it is over her head. No biggie, not needed.

- when the incline is up the console does move a bit, but the precor I ran on did also, maybe common. More annoying than anything.

- the attachment for the tablet, nice, quality, but wish I could get the tablet higher up. It rests on the bottom and the top is adjustable to lock it in. again, I’m used to it now.

I love how quiet it is and changes speed quickly for intervals. It feels solid, not like a cheap POS.

Overall, I’d buy again. It was between this and Precor, the precor I could have gotten much cheaper but like the warranty on Landice and assembled here in the US.

I kicked around a Woodway, but shipping is a pain, couldn’t find one to run on, and damn they are costly.

Hope that helps, if you have any questions let them fly.


Thanks so much for your reply, very helpful! Sorry for the long post/questions...but just spent a bunch of money and value your opinion. I will PM you my number....I know this post is going to feel like an interrogation....but very interested to hear a recent purchaser's opinion.

Concerned about the console moving when on incline...actually a lot concerned. I never run less than a 1.0 incline, and usually more. How noticeable is the movement? Noticeable. I spent the extra money on a high end device to get this machine because it seemed sturdy. It is sturdy IMO. Heavy as hell. Do you have it on a mat? Yes, do, they recommended it. I had a $1200 treadmill prior to this one and don't recall it moving on inclines.

When you ordered yours, how long did it take to receive. 2 weeks, they had the unit in stock and only order the Cardio console. I added some options and they are telling me 3.5-4 weeks. I am not terribly concerned with this....I can always run outside since the weather cooled down....or go to the gym. Just curious.

I added the tablet attachment, but was concerned it was a cheap aftermarket thing. The dealer assured me it was solid and didn't just clip on the treadmill. I bought it. True? Yes, it is a nice quality component. What do you mean by "It rests on the bottom and the top is adjustable to lock it in" Your tablet rests in a channel and there is a clamp to hold it that raises and lowers. Since it is like this your tablet will always be at the same level, cannot make higher or lower. You can either place it landscape or portrait. . Is it an integrated part of the machine? Yes, it mounts on the back side of the unit with 4 screws. Could you remove it and the machine look normal? Yes, LOL, it doesn't come on the unit so it looks fine without it. Can you not adjust the arm that the tablet mounts on to get to the height desired? No, the arm adjusts the tilt, not the height. As mentioned above the height is not adjustable.

I know this is a novelty....and likely something I won't use, but have you tried the integration with RunSocial, or other programs? Yes, I use RunSocial as do some others on this site. Very few treadmills have this built in, but the Landice L7/L8 does. Thought it may be interesting to incorporate on long runs.....load a course, watch it on the iPad, and the treadmill automatically adjusts incline. Yes, and if you are in heart rate mode will adjust your speed also.

Would love to hear additional feedback as you put the miles on your Landice. I do 90% of my running indoors and excited to put it to the test. I hope I made a good decision.....I know I am tired of reading about treadmills!!! In the end it is a treadmill, not worth stressing over.


OK, one question for you, why in the hell didn't you run on it prior to purchase??


I did! They didn't have the tablet bracket in stock, so I never saw it in person. I jacked up the incline and didn't notice it moving.....so will be interested see what it's like when I get it. Thanks for taking the time to answer my questions.
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Mike Alexander] [ In reply to ]
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Mike Alexander wrote:
Pwraddr wrote:
Mike Alexander wrote:
Pwraddr wrote:
Mike Alexander wrote:
Pwraddr wrote:
Been looking at them also, thinking Landice L8 with cardio console.

Thoughts?


I am about to buy this model, with the ortho belt/suspension. Did you buy one?


Yes, I did. Only have about 100 Miles on it so far. My wife probably has 30. We both are happy. I didn’t get that option, sales guy told me it wasn’t worth it, in the end, do t think it is needed after running on it.

The critique is the following.

- the fan is a fart in a windstorm, useless, plus I’m short, 5’8” and hits me in the face. My wife it is over her head. No biggie, not needed.

- when the incline is up the console does move a bit, but the precor I ran on did also, maybe common. More annoying than anything.

- the attachment for the tablet, nice, quality, but wish I could get the tablet higher up. It rests on the bottom and the top is adjustable to lock it in. again, I’m used to it now.

I love how quiet it is and changes speed quickly for intervals. It feels solid, not like a cheap POS.

Overall, I’d buy again. It was between this and Precor, the precor I could have gotten much cheaper but like the warranty on Landice and assembled here in the US.

I kicked around a Woodway, but shipping is a pain, couldn’t find one to run on, and damn they are costly.

Hope that helps, if you have any questions let them fly.


Thanks so much for your reply, very helpful! Sorry for the long post/questions...but just spent a bunch of money and value your opinion. I will PM you my number....I know this post is going to feel like an interrogation....but very interested to hear a recent purchaser's opinion.

Concerned about the console moving when on incline...actually a lot concerned. I never run less than a 1.0 incline, and usually more. How noticeable is the movement? Noticeable. I spent the extra money on a high end device to get this machine because it seemed sturdy. It is sturdy IMO. Heavy as hell. Do you have it on a mat? Yes, do, they recommended it. I had a $1200 treadmill prior to this one and don't recall it moving on inclines.

When you ordered yours, how long did it take to receive. 2 weeks, they had the unit in stock and only order the Cardio console. I added some options and they are telling me 3.5-4 weeks. I am not terribly concerned with this....I can always run outside since the weather cooled down....or go to the gym. Just curious.

I added the tablet attachment, but was concerned it was a cheap aftermarket thing. The dealer assured me it was solid and didn't just clip on the treadmill. I bought it. True? Yes, it is a nice quality component. What do you mean by "It rests on the bottom and the top is adjustable to lock it in" Your tablet rests in a channel and there is a clamp to hold it that raises and lowers. Since it is like this your tablet will always be at the same level, cannot make higher or lower. You can either place it landscape or portrait. . Is it an integrated part of the machine? Yes, it mounts on the back side of the unit with 4 screws. Could you remove it and the machine look normal? Yes, LOL, it doesn't come on the unit so it looks fine without it. Can you not adjust the arm that the tablet mounts on to get to the height desired? No, the arm adjusts the tilt, not the height. As mentioned above the height is not adjustable.

I know this is a novelty....and likely something I won't use, but have you tried the integration with RunSocial, or other programs? Yes, I use RunSocial as do some others on this site. Very few treadmills have this built in, but the Landice L7/L8 does. Thought it may be interesting to incorporate on long runs.....load a course, watch it on the iPad, and the treadmill automatically adjusts incline. Yes, and if you are in heart rate mode will adjust your speed also.

Would love to hear additional feedback as you put the miles on your Landice. I do 90% of my running indoors and excited to put it to the test. I hope I made a good decision.....I know I am tired of reading about treadmills!!! In the end it is a treadmill, not worth stressing over.


OK, one question for you, why in the hell didn't you run on it prior to purchase??


I did! They didn't have the tablet bracket in stock, so I never saw it in person. I jacked up the incline and didn't notice it moving.....so will be interested see what it's like when I get it. Thanks for taking the time to answer my questions.

What is your email addy, I took some pics and also the instructions for the tablet holder.
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Pwraddr] [ In reply to ]
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Thanks....just sent it. Appreciate your time!
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [Mike Alexander] [ In reply to ]
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Just my 2 cents - I seriously recommend a dedicated 32" TV for the treadmill and bluetooth headphones. I have a ROku Tv ($150ish) and BT headphones - I mount the TV on a metal TV stand I bought on Amazon for $100, but you could def either mount it on the wall or just get a different kind of TV stand. It's really awesome, particularly for easy and recovery miles where you can enjoy the show a little more. Love my setup - I watch literally all my TV on my TM or Vasa.
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Re: Best Treadmill to BUY [ironmuffin] [ In reply to ]
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Woodway is the best without question.
Have you looked at their certified pre-owned program?
https://www.woodway.com/products/factory-certified-preowned-products


I have also had luck with the NordicTrack 2950.




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