http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog Get the best value for your money. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:53:43 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Reader's Question on what is a better value, the ProForm ZE9 vs. the NordicTrack AudioStrider 990. Dear Mr. Waters, I enjoyed reading your reviews of elliptical trainers.  I have been distressing about buying an elliptical to get in shape.  A little bit about myself.  I'm a tall guy, 6'6" tall, built like ... http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog/proform-ze9-vs-the-nordictrack-audiostrider-990/ Dear staff at treadmill-rating-reviews   I've been reading your reviews and insight on various models of machines  and  I had a couple questions with which I hope you can help.  Your answers  will greatly benefit me when deciding which machine to purchase. I'm down to deciding between three treadmills.  Sole F80, Spirit XT  385,  ... http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog/customer-question-on-sole-f80-vs-spirit/ Hi Fred – My wife and I are contemplating buying an elliptical for use in our home. There are so many brands and models out there it’s hard to know what’s best for us. I am 5’9” 180 lbs and my wife is 5’4” 125. Do have any advice on what ... http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog/elliptical-trainer-question-sole-vs-nordictrack/ hello!  i am interested in buying the incline trainer however i have 1 question...can you run on this machine? obviously its not advised with the incline up but if the incline is laying flat is the motor quick enough for a light jog to a slow run? i have been told ... http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog/readers-question-about-the-nordictrack-x3-incline-trainer/ The two major players in the budget treadmill face off are ProForm and Horizon. You'll find many of their models at many of the large sporting goods strores and at the big name retailers. ProForm is built by Icon Fitness, the largest seller of fitness equipment in the world. They ... http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog/proform-vs-horizon-treadmills/ I often get inquiries on which treadmill is a better value, the NordicTrack or the ProForm.  In fact, they are built by the same company on the same assembly lines with many of the same parts.  I witnessed that personally when I was out at their manufacturing facilities. There are ... http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog/nordictrack-treadmills-vs-proform-treadmills/ I often get inquiries as to which is better a Sole treadmill or Smooth treadmill.  First, I have to confess that I use to work for Smooth several years ago, however, I believe both brands offer quality equipment at a value price.  Here are some considerations. Both Sole and Smooth offer 2-year ... http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog/sole-treadmills-vs-smooth-treadmills/ NordicTrack has been running ocassional 5% discount sales on all their treadmills.  They usually only last a couple of days.  This weekend the offer is back on (8/22/09).  Go to my NordicTrack Review page for the lastest info and the models it affects.   I recommend the models which are the best ... http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog/nordictrack-5-off-sale-this-weekend/ 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 ... http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog/bargain-shopping-for-treadmills/ [caption id="attachment_146" align="alignleft" width="210" caption="NordicTrack Reflex Deck"][/caption] 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 ... http://treadmill-ratings-reviews.com/blog/nordictrack-reflex-deck/