Bargain Shopping for Treadmills
Here are some deals you may want to checkout. First, NordicTrack came out with a replacement for their previous C2155 treadmill - the NordicTrack Z7Xi (See Review). As of 7/30/09 it was selling for $699. Not bad for a budget treadmill. This treadmill has some limitations, but if you are a walker and have a limited budget, it is a consideration.
NordicTrack brought back the NordicTrack XT, a TV equipped treadmill with a huge 3.5 HP motor and 60" long treadbelt. They are offering it at a bargain $1,399 (See Review).
Finally, I got an exclusve discount on extended warranties for NordicTrack treadmills - 10% off. I know the right people. Since NordicTrack gives you only a 1-year parts and labor warranty, it makes sense to protect you investment. You can learn more at my NordicTrack Review.
NordicTrack Reflex Deck
NordicTrack Reflex Deck
I received an email from my contact at NordicTrack. He was trying to boost sales for a couple of treadmills that use their patented Reflex deck. It actually is an intriguing design. The deck is made from a slab of poplar wood. The same wood they use for snow boards. What makes this deck unique is the way it absorbs shock.
Unlike typical treadmills that use shocks or grommets to absorb shock. The Reflex deck bends with the impact of your foot and then rebounds, giving a slight jolt. It may be the most forgiving deck in the industry, and ideal for individuals who want minimal shock to their lower joints. According to my contact at NordicTrack, the Reflex treadmills are extremely popular with the executives in the company who are over 50.