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Treadmills
- Best treadmill overall Sole F80 *Est. $1500
- Treadmill for casual runners ProForm Power 995 *Est. $1000
- Treadmill for incline/decline training PaceMaster Platinum Pro VR *Est. $2500
- Heavy-duty treadmill for serious runners Landice L7 Pro Sports Trainer *Est. $3500
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Best treadmill overall
- Easy to fold
- Long belt
- Sturdy construction
- 2-year labor warranty
- Powerful motor
- Assembly can be challenging
- Built-in fans are weak
The Sole F80 treadmill earns more recommendations than any other, regardless of price. It costs less than other top-rated treadmills, but is sturdy enough to withstand regular running workouts. The 20-by-60-inch running belt is long and wide enough for most users, and the powerful motor (3 continuous duty horsepower) is comparable to what you'd find on some treadmills that cost thousands more. The 15 percent maximum incline and 12 mph top speed are enough to challenge almost any runner.
Users describe this treadmill as sturdy, stable, quiet and easy to use. It's also easy to fold and to assemble, and comes with an excellent warranty, including lifetime coverage on the motor, deck and frame, and five years of coverage on the electronics, belt and rollers plus two years of labor coverage. Some users complain that the built-in fans are weak and the speakers are adequate, but not great; the most common complaint is slow response to speed adjustments and a slight delay before starting or stopping. Although the Sole F80 is a good bet for runners, those who plan on lots of mileage should consider a heavy-duty model like the Landice L7 Pro Sports Trainer ( *Est. $3,500).
The Sole F80 wasn't included in the latest ConsumerReports.org comparison tests, nor was it tested by Runner's World Magazine, but it won Best Buy awards from both TreadmillDoctor.com and Treadmill-Ratings-Reviews.com. The F80 is also one of the most-reviewed models on user-review sites such as Amazon.com, Sears.com and DicksSportingGoods.com, garnering a 4-star or better rating on each site.
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TreadmillDoctor.com says the Sole F80 is "the most solid you can get in the $1500 range." Editors praise Sole for making several upgrades to the F80, but not upgrading its price. They award the Sole F80 numeric scores in eight categories (reliability, noise level, etc.), and name it their 2011 Best Buy in the $1,300 to $1,499 price range.
Review: Sole F80 Treadmill Review, Editors of TreadmillDoctor.com
2. Treadmill-Ratings- Reviews.com
Treadmill-Ratings-Reviews.com concurs with other treadmill specialty sites, calling the Sole F80 one of the best buys in its price range. Reviewer Fred Waters, a former treadmill marketing executive, is especially impressed with the Sole F80's large (2.75-inch) rollers and two-year labor warranty.
Review: Sole F80 Treadmill Review, Fred Waters
The Sole F80 is one of only a few treadmills to garner a substantial number of user reviews here. More than 10 users gave it an average of 4.5 stars, praising it for its comfort, easy setup and sturdy, quiet operation. One user complained that the treadmill didn't work when first assembled.
Review: Sole F80 Treadmill 2011, Contributors to DicksSportingGoods.com
4. Amazon.com
The 2009-2010 model of the Sole F80 received nearly 100 user reviews and an overall 4.5-star average rating on Amazon.com. The 2011 version has accumulated a 4-star average from more than 50 users, so it's still one of the best-rated treadmills. Users are mostly happy with their purchases, describing the F80 as stable and sturdy, with good shock absorption. Assembly is relatively easy, but multiple users complained that neither the speakers nor the cooling fans work very well, and that speed adjustments are a little sluggish.
Review: Sole F80 Treadmill, Contributors to Amazon.com
5. Sears.com
Nearly 30 owners comment on the Sole F80, giving it an average 4-star rating. There are only a few scattered complaints, mostly regarding the unit's heaviness and a sluggish start/stop and speed-adjust response. Otherwise, users are almost unanimously happy with the treadmill's sturdiness, ease of assembly, and its easy and quiet operation.
Review: Sole F80 Treadmill, Contributors to Sears.com
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