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NordicTrack A2105 Treadmill
Summary (from manufacturer):
Now you can track your way to success with the NordicTrack A2105 treadmill. With a built-in ifit® Fitness Journal, the A2105 generates daily, weekly, monthly and yearly fitness reports for up to two individual users making it easy to see what you’ve done and how far you’ve come. And, with FlexResponse™ cushioning, you’ll always get the support you need, throughout your entire stride. The A2105 also features 8 weight loss workouts, each designed by a Certified Personal Trainer to give you fast, fabulous results, plus a 300 lb. weight capacity and a Lifetime motor warranty.
Specs:
- ifit® Fitness Journal–Chart your progress with daily, weekly, monthly and yearly workout totals for up to 2 individual users.
- FlexResponse™ Impact Reducing Cushioning–This zone-responsive cushioning is firmer in your foot-strike and take-off zones and softer in the middle.
- 8 Weight Loss Workouts–Customize your calorie burn with 8 weight-loss workouts that can be quickly adjusted for personalized results.
- DurX™ 2.8 HP Drive Motor–Experience expanded power with this quiet, self-cooling drive system that reduces noise as it cools internal components.
- 20″ x 55″ Quiet Treadbelt–This heavy-duty, treadmill belt is designed to operate more quietly and more smoothly than a normal treadbelt.
- 300 LB. Weight Capacity–Able to accommodate weights up to 300 lbs., this sturdy deck withstands heavy use.
- 12-Year Motor Warranty–This treadmill features a 12-year motor warranty, 1-year parts and labor and lifetime coverage on the frame.
- Grafixx™ Display–Now, you can see your preferred workout information at nearly 1″ tall, visually display your heart beat or an animated figure walking, jogging or running through your workout with you.
- Light Touch™ Controls–Enjoy seamless operation with intuitive controls that light up as you select them.
- 6 Classic ifit® Workouts, 2 Create & Save™ Workouts–6 classic ifit® workouts automatically adjust the incline and speed of your treadmill, while 2 Create & Save™ workouts give you the ability to create and customize a workout and then save it for future use.
- 1-Touch™ Speed & Incline Control–Change your speed or incline at the touch of a button with this single-touch, workout technology.
- Dual-Grip EKG™ Heart Rate Monitor–Get an accurate pulse reading with the convenient sensors built into the handlebars.
Price:
Seen as low as $550 on sale at Sears, normal price of $900.
Justin’s Comments:
This treadmill is hard not to like - it has all the right specs and has a sexy thin easy-to-see display to boot. Its big feature is the “iFit Journal” which keeps a diary of your workouts and progress - this isn’t something I’ve yet seen on most other treadmills and can be a good motivator to keep workout out for some people. The A2105 has a powerful motor, good size belt, and is reasonably heavy and sturdy with an impressive warranty. During my brief test it did begin to noticeably shake after about 7-8 MPH - near a full sprint for me, which is on par for treadmills in this price range.
The deal-killer for me is that after reviewing user reviews from the major sites on this treadmill, an overwhelming number of respondents report the treadmill breaking - often shortly after bringing it home. The warranty looks good on paper, but numerous people report horrible experiences with NordicTrack shipping them parts and promising a repairman that never actually comes out. Like many other treadmill manufacturers NordicTrack simply contracts out its in-home repair work - so depending on who you get assigned to your mileage may (greatly) vary.
The A2105 is caught between a walking treadmill and a running treadmill - so perhaps it would be good for a light or occasional runner. Even in that class I would look elsewhere however - this model just has too many reported reliability problems for me to recommend to anyone.
NordicTrack Commercial 1500 Treadmill
Summary:
Combining all the latest commercial technology, with the best in fitness entertainment, the NordicTrack Commercial 1500 not only delivers smooth, powerful performance, but workouts that are as effective as they are enjoyable.
Now you can rock your workout with the Commercial 1500’s iPod® compatible music port, allowing you to listen to all your favorite tunes through premium speaker and subwoofer components.
Other features available on the 1500 include a powerful, DurX Pro™ commercial motor, the protection of a full-length DuraStride™ cushioning, a 350 Lb. weight capacity and an amazing lifetime frame, 12-Year motor warranty.
Specs:
Protect your joints throughout your entire stride, while maximizing your comfort with this full-length cushioning
Now able to accommodate weights up to 350 lbs., this sturdy new deck is our strongest to date and can withstand the heaviest of use
Better than the standard roller, these precision-machined rollers reduce noise and help the treadmill operate smoothly and quietly
This SpaceSaver® treadmill features an AirLight™ shock and a self-locking latch, making folding and unfolding your treadmill easier than ever before
To help you work out longer and more comfortably, this treadmill has a workout fan built right into the console
Price:
Available at Costco for $899 in limited supply. This is a discontinued model that is basically being liquidated at Costco for a steeply discounted price.
Justin’s Comments:
If you are in the market for a high-end treadmill that can take some abuse and not fall apart, look at this. Actually, stop looking and snap this up at Costco (online or seen at some retail locations) before this deal is gone. This is about as close as you can get to a real commercial treadmill without going to Precor-ville and spending big time bucks.
This treadmill has all the standard frills - a speaker system that even has a subwoofer that allows you to hook up a device, for example an Ipod, and play the music through the treadmill itself. This is neat I guess, but I think a nearby stereo could accomplish the same thing. It has a nice fan that won’t replace a real fan, but can help keep your face cool.
The real meat and potatoes of this treadmill are it’s sturdy (heavy at over 300 pounds) design and powerful motor. It’s 350 pound user limit says a lot about it’s sturdiness - even if you are not near that weight to know it can support a 350 pounder is comforting.