A jogging or walking treadmill
Written: Aug 15 '08 (Updated Aug 15 '08)
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Pros: Customer service, ease of use with one button speed and incline control, and assembly.
Cons: Durability! Buy a different machine if you plan on running.
The Bottom Line: Look elsewhere if you plan on running on a treadmill.
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| degro77's Full Review: NordicTrack FlexStep C 2200 Treadmill |
I bought a NordicTrack c2200 treadmill in June of '06. I have put over 800 miles on the machine. My experience has been great up until recently. The walking platform cracked as a result of what I believe is average use... (avg= 7 miles a week) I weigh less than 200 lbs (machine is for use up to 300lbs). I called CS, they said my warranty expired and a replacement part would cost over $200 to be delivered. After some further complaining they reduced the price to $17 plus delivery ($62 total)... and I must assemble parts. CS was polite and helpful; however, the machine itself shouldn't break at such a critical position under the above described use. If you want to simply walk on the treadmill, this model is fine, but if you want to run purchase a different machine. I paid around $750.
The machine performs well up to around 7mph. Anything beyond that and the platform shakes significantly and makes loud noise. The machine has a capability of going 10mph, but I broke the "walking" platform at about 9mph. I don't think the motor is made for sustaining those speeds for long periods of time either. It is a 1.75 horsepower, while most comparable machines seem to have a 2.0 to 2.5. I've never had any issue with the incline controls, which go up to 12%.
Recommended:
No
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