Sole F85 Treadmill (2009 Model)

Price:$2,499.99
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*Review is for Sole S77, essentially the same machine, but not folding.*I got my S77 about 2 months ago, and have used it constantly. It is quiet at anything under 10mph, changes speed and incline fairly quickly, and has quite a long running surface. I am 6'2" and 250lbs, and it has no problem handling me.There are a few things to keep in mind when looking at the S77, though.1. The fans blow, and I don't mean air. If you must have airflow, set a fan next to the treadmill and point it at yourself.2. The speakers are not audiophile quality. They do, however, play music from an ipod, etc. just fine, and plenty loud. You are 15" away from them, it doesn't take much.3. Hill mode is different than what I expected. It is not a bad thing, just different. On most gym treadmills, i.e. Star Trac, etc. you set a speed, and Hill mode adjusts the incline only. On the S77, you set the MAX speed, and the speed and incline are adjusted together, not always linearly. I ended up liking it better, actually.As far as emulating normal Hill mode, it is quite easy. Set the program to Manual, choose your speed. Then, use the GIANT incline buttons to select your incline manually, changing it every so often. I am a clock watcher, so regular increments come easy for me, and I don't mind doing this myself.TLDR - Great treadmill. Awesome treadmill. Consider it fanless, though.OH YEAH! Yes, the assembly was quite easy. However, have a friend available to help you lug this around. Everything is light, except for the motor/running surface, where 95% of the weight resides.
The treadmill is great, but check your shipment for damage. Mine was damaged, and waiting for parts, and repair service is taking a long time with several phone calls. Amazon.com was the best price, and their service is always great!
After years of using treadmills at gyms and in others homes, I wanted find the right model for me. I'm 6'5";265 pounds and an avid jogger/runner. To keep it simple, this unit is tough, powerful and long enough for someone of my size and work-out schedule. In my research, I was shocked at how many machines were not made for avid jogging/running. This is by far the best bang for my buck! Great machine, outstanding warranty...
After doing a ton of research on treadmills for months, this treadmill had everything I wanted. The number one feature which led me to this treadmill is the hand controls on the rails to increase and decrease speed and incline. You do not see a lot of treadmills with this feature. I am the kind of person that gets bored easily but not with this treadmill. The display is incredible and very well lit. Very quiet motor - I didn't even have to turn up the radio. Super smooth riding belt. I also love the 20X60 belt. What more can I say except it was money well spent! Sole - Thanks for the wonderful treadmill!
With the Sole F85 treadmill, working out becomes effective, efficient and fun. The folding treadmill is equipped with a high-output 3.5 continuous-duty HP motor, 6-window LED display and 1-in deck offering outstanding shock absorption. It has speed/elevation controls in the handles that allow you to change the speed and incline at will.
The top model in Sole's folding series, the F85 treadmill is a great fit for serious workout enthusiasts. The F85 boasts a powerful 3.5-horsepower, continuous-duty motor--the most powerful in the Sole line--that delivers speeds of up to 12 miles per hour and inclines of up to 15 percent. The club-style tri-color LED display, meanwhile, includes a message board for clear instruction and feedback, while also tracking your speed, incline, time, distance traveled, calories, pulse, and pace. There's even a 1/4-mile track feature that you can follow as you run and a peak-and-valley graph that corresponds to individual programs. And when you're not using the treadmill, it folds into a compact footprint and locks securely in place, thereby saving a ton of storage space. The F85 is outfitted with a host of additional user-friendly features, including six auto workout programs, two custom programs, and two heart rate control programs for cardio or weight loss. The heart rate programs are particularly valuable, as they automatically calculate your recommended target range based on your age, ensuring the safest and most efficient workout possible. And users with creaky joints will love the Cushion Flex treadmill deck, which is built to protect your knees from excessive pounding, with the ability to reduce impact up to 40 percent compared to running on asphalt. Other details include armrest incline and speed controls; an extra-large 20-by-60-inch running surface; a wireless chest strap that measures your heart rate; and armrest cooling fans. The F85 treadmill, which offers a user capacity of up to 400 pounds, carries the following warranties: lifetime on the motor, deck, and frame; five years on the electronics, belt, and rollers; and two years on the labor. Specifications: The F85's LED display will track your speed, incline, time, distance traveled, calories, pulse, and pace. Assembled Dimensions: 33 by 80 by 58 inches (W x L x H) Folded Dimensions: 72 by 47 inches (H x D) Motor: 3.5 horsepower Speed: 0.1 to 12 miles per hour Elevation: 0 to 15% Deck: 1-inch Whisper Belt: Two-ply Running surface: 20 inches wide by 60 inches long Roller: 2.75 inches Fold-up: Easy Assist Fold Pulse Grip Heart Rate Control Heart Rate Chest Strap Included Display Type: LED Six-Window Display Heart Rate % graph Track Display Audio system Accessory tray Six Standard Programs Two User-Defined Programs Two Heart Rate Programs Quick speed/elevation: 12 Speed/elevation in handles Built-in cooling fans Weight capacity: 400 pounds Manufacturer's Warranty Motor - lifetime, deck - lifetime, frame - lifetime, electronics and wear items - 5 years, labor - 2 years About Treadmills Walking is still considered one of the most beneficial cardiovascular exercises for people of all ages, body types, and fitness levels. As a fundamental form of aerobic training, walking has numerous physical benefits for the heart, lungs, and circulatory system, while also increasing muscle tone and burning fat calories. Treadmills provide a convenient way to regularly exercise in all weather conditions in the comfort and safety of your own home. From beginners just starting an exercise regimen to advanced athletes looking to maintain their fitness level, anyone interested in getting and staying in shape can benefit greatly from regular use of a treadmill. Treadmills allow you to determine the pace, distance, and complexity of the workout based on your needs, all while watching television, talking on the telephone, or reading a magazine. Much easier on sensitive joints like the knees and hips, treadmill walking and running surfaces are typically long, padded platforms that allow ample room for a long stride and comfortable, low-impact walk or jog without the harsh contact of a concrete surface. While many different types, styles, and price ranges of treadmills exist, many of them offer unique features like a fold-up design for easy storage, an electronic display monitor showing speed, distance, workout time, incline level, and burned calories, and EKG grip pulses to monitor the heart rate while exercising. Regardless of the simple to complex features you may choose, treadmills offer an array of aerobic exercise opportunities that will provide long-lasting beneficial cardiovascular results without a commute to the gym or a jog in the rain. About Sole Sole brings over twenty years of treadmill and fitness product design and manufacturing to the table in their line of innovative equipment designed for fitness-conscious people. The company's treadmill line is simple in design, with an emphasis on quality and warranty all at a great price. Sole's easy-to-use treadmills offer a great value and feature a convenient, space-saving portable design. The treadmills have a very stable base with four wheels for ease of movement, folding decks to conserve space, and a 30-year motor and lifetime deck and frame warranty. Sole is always looking for ways to make their equipment better, more efficient, with higher quality at a great price.





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