Justin’s Treadmill Review

Product Description:

The Ironman Legacy is the most feature-rich treadmill in its class. In addition to its technologically advanced design and wide variety of workout options, the Legacy is also outfitted with a 7-inch flatscreen LCD TV, which enables you to watch your favorite show while working out. You can also utilize the built-in stereo speakers or plug in your own headphones for personal listening. Workout features include a body fat monitoring system to keep track of your progress, signature OneTouch speed and incline buttons, convenient remote handlebar controls and an oversized 20 x 60-inch running surface.

Specs:

• Quiet and powerful 3.0HP continuous duty commercial grade motor is covered by lifetime warranty
• 7-inch Flat LCD TV screen for viewing TV shows/movies with channel and volume controls
• Coaxial input for cable and satellite reception, and RCA jacks for other devices like a DVD player
• Built-in stereo speakers; 2.5mm headphone jack
• 4-window cool blue backlit LCD display is easy to read and keeps you updated on all the necessary information (time, speed, incline, calories, pulse, pace and distance)
• 20 programs include 13 pre-set, 2 customized, 5 heart rate programs
• 3-Flex deck cushioning technology provides maximum impact absorption with the use of impact isolators minimizing the stress on your joints and providing a more comfortable workout
• Integrated body fat monitoring system monitors your progress
• Remote handlebar mounted speed and incline controls are conveniently located to provide a comfortable and secure workout
• EKG pulse grips are conveniently mounted on the handlebars to keep your workout save and effective
• 2-ply heavy-duty treadmill belt; 20 x 60-inch running surface
• One-touch speed and incline buttons allows access to pre-set speed and incline levels with the touch of a button
• Two speed fan console mounted fan keeps you cool and motivated
• Designated foot platforms for additional safety on and off the treadmill
• Accessory holders are integrated into the console to easily hold your water bottle, portable music player, remote control, phone and more
• Speed range: 0.6 to 10 MPH
• Incline range: 0 to 10%
• PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) motor controller provides a quieter, smoother and more efficient drive system
• Performance designed rollers and machined pulleys have better durability with less vibration
• Tethered safety magnet clip stops the unit in case of fall and provides a safeguard against unsupervised child use
• Built-in reading rack keeps reading material at the perfect viewing angle
• Large polyurethane commercial wheels for easy transport when folded
• Fold-up design with a 2-stage shock easily lowers the deck slowly from the fold-up position for added safety
• 110v plug-in required
• Weight limit: 350 pounds
• Dimensions: 78 x 32.5 x 61.8 inches (L x W x H)
• Folded dimensions: 31.5 x 32.5 x 67.75 inches (L x W x H)

Manufacturer’s Warranty
Frame - lifetime, motor - 2 years, parts - 1 year, TV and speakers - 1 year

Real World Price:

$1300-$1500

Justin’s Comments:

Obviously this treadmill is noteworthy because it has a built-in 7 inch television. How much are you paying for that tiny TV? About $300 in my estimation. Now, this looks cool at first glance, but consider the logistics of it. Do you have a cable hook-up near your treadmill location? Are you really going to run a cable-line for your treadmill’s 7 inch TV? Even if you bother, reports from users of prior Ironman models with TV’s report a poor picture quality. Here is what I suggest: Buy a cheaper treadmill without a TV, and then buy a $150 small television set and put it nearby your treadmill. Or buy an Ipod and put your favorite TV shows and movies on it and watch them on the Ipod as you run (about a 4-inch screen, but much more versatile).

Now, as for the treadmill itself: This is a fairly high-end spec’d treadmill. It has a powerful 3 HP motor and supports up to a whooping 350 pound fatass runner. The belt is big and long. Like most Ironman treadmills, this baby is cool looking.

There is a lot to like about this treadmill, but for the money I’d opt for the Boxflex 7 instead.