Product Description
The Sole F80 has been reputed to be one of the best-quality treadmills within its price range. It strikes a balance between high quality and ease of use. The F80′s Cushion Flex deck is meant to protect your bones and joints from excessive pounding and impact. This feature reduces the impact on your joints by around 40% compared to running on solid ground. It’s foldable and it doesn’t take up much space. It supports up to 6 workout programs, 2 of which are aimed at improving your heart rate.
Specs
- User Capacity
- 350 lbs.
- Dimensions When Assembled
- 33″(W) by 75″(L) by 58″(H)
- Speed Range
- 0.5 to 11 mph
- Motor Power
- 3.0HP
- Maximum Elevation Supported
- 15%
- Heart Rate Monitor
- Wireless chest strap
- Size of Running Area
- 20 inches by 60 inches
- Portability
- Foldable with Easy Assist
- Warranty Information
- Lifetime warranty for motor, deck and frame; 5-year warranty for parts including electronics, belt & rollers; 2-year warranty for labor with in-home services
- Average Price
- $1,499
- Special Features
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- Comes with cooling fans
- Comes with free shipping (Continental U.S. only)
- Supports 6 standard workouts
- User-friendly 6-window display showing your progress (Speed, Time, Incline, Distance traveled, Calories burned, Current pulse and pace
- Built-in speakers allows you to plug in your MP3 player (iPod supported)
Why We Like It
Unlike most other treadmills, the Sole F80 Treadmill has a 3-second countdown before its belt begins to move. You can very easily anticipate the belt’s speed since it takes around 6 to 8 seconds to reach full speed; this helps you avoid accidents. Controls are very easy to get to and use.
It’s also very easy to assemble. Even with its powerful motor, it doesn’t make much noise. It also boasts a wireless heart monitor – something other mid-level machines lack. It is also equipped with a dual-woven 2 ply belt adding to its durability and security.
What We Don’t Like About It
Though the Sole treadmill has a cooling fan, it’s fairly weak. So are its speakers. Unlike some mid-range treadmills, you can’t adjust the duration of the program you selected once you’ve already started it.
Customer service is good but it takes a long time for you to get hold of someone to talk to.
Recommendations
Any Sole F80 review seems to praise its remarkable features and the fact that it’s very user-friendly, despite all the technology packed up in it. With an average price of only $1499 you definitely get more than your money’s worth with this treadmill.