Need Treadmill Advice/Help!!
 

So after more than 10 years it finally happened -- my treadmill went bust this morning. :cry: I knew this day was a coming but aaaahhhhh, it sucks to have to consider buying another one. This TM was a Proform 585 TL. I mostly liked it alot except for two things: too noisy and to change the speed it was a slide button vs. a push button (or digital). They probably didn't have that 10 yrs. ago. The incline broke on it due to a flood about 6 yrs ago so there is a silver lining in getting a new one.

I use it for light running (4.8-6.0 mph) and if it had a few pre-set programs included in it, that would be great. I know the heavier the motor for continuous hp is better but am at a loss at to what to buy. I just read a review pushing one brand and saying all Proforms are junk. :?:

Does anyone have ANY recommendations on TMs? What you use or anything you know about them, any information or opinion would be greatly appreciated. I did go into sticker shock in looking at them; guess my brain forgot how much money they are. I'm looking to spend in the $600-$700 dollar range, but a quality TM for less is always the best bet, right? :) Thanks for any info anyone can provide.

Jo

quite frankly, I would go to a place like "play it again sports" Treadmills are often very lightly used, then used as a clothes rack and then sold to make room. You could probably save a ton of money and while it might not last as long as a BRAND new one, you could afford to replace it in 5 years or so.

Hi Jo,

Sorry to know that your TM decided to retire. When I was considering a TM purchase I found this site really helpful, www.treadmilldoctor.com Instead of purchasing one I decided to join a gym instead. Unfortunately I really can't advise you with a brand but maybe the link can help you out.

Good Luck!