Sole Treadmills
Sole treadmills are a top choice for premier hotel gyms. They are designed to withstand continuous use, even by more serious runners and walkers who put in longer or more intense workout sessions. While the features vary from one model to another, every unit is fully backed by a lifetime warranty on the motor and frame. The minimum warranty for the deck is also 3 years, making this one of the most trustworthy manufacturers currently on the market.
The Sole folding treadmill is the most popular option right now, since they allow you to get a top quality workout right in your own home without devoting a lot of space to the machine. They will fold up easily and quickly and are the best choice for consumers dealing with limited space for workout equipment.
The lowest priced folding model is the Sole F63 Treadmill. It retails for around $2,000 and will safely hold users up to 325 pounds. It is capable of going up to 10 mph with a maximum incline of 15%. While that speed is rather typical of models in this price range, that level of incline is a bit higher than most competing brands.
This model includes 6 preprogrammed workout options, none of which are heart rate controlled. It comes with a chest strap that registers on the console for heart rate control, as well as hand grips with heart rate sensors. With a 20” x 55” running deck, this is a more basic machine that functions very well and offers enough room for most users’ stride length.
Two models that are offered in the same general price range but offer faster speed limits include the Sole F80 and F83 treadmills. Both models have more powerful motors and the F83 adds three extra inches to the deck length, making them more suitable for runners with a longer stride or those who put in more intense workouts.
The F80 will go up to 11 mph and the F83 will go up to 12 mph. Both offer a variety of preprogrammed workouts and easy to read heart rate monitoring with a chest strap that is included with the purchase of the machine.
The most powerful safe saving model from this brand is the Sole F85 folding treadmill. It is equipped with a 3.5 HP motor that keeps every workout consistent and smooth. It also has an extended running surface that measures 22” x 60”.
This model will accommodate users up to 400 pounds and comes with a variety of preprogrammed workouts, including heart rate and custom defined options.
Two non-folding models that consumers with more space to spare may consider include the Sole S73 Treadmill and the Sole TT8 Treadmill. Both are capable of going up to 12 mph with a maximum incline of 15%. They offer similar features to the folding models and have nice sized running decks.
Sole treadmills are definitely not the cheapest models currently on the market, but they are some of the most sturdy, well built models that you will find right now.