The Sole F65 also comes with a larger console window which makes it easier to read work out stats while running. A larger running deck and a stronger motor with a higher speed limit are additional improvements compared to the F63
If you have done any research on Sole Treadmills, you have already discovered their famous customer service. Also, just due to the quality of the machine, customers just don’t complain. If workmanship, quality and durability matter, this is your baby.
Equipment experts note that Sole motors runs cooler and at lower RPMs compared to similar treadmill motors made by NordicTrack and Proform, so expect the motor to run better, longer, and more quietly. Additionally, Sole treadmills are designed with simple assembly, right out of the box. You will be up and running in no time.
The F65 is best at Cushioning power, walking area and overall value, period. If you can afford the few hundred dollars extra, this treadmill is a great choice. The F65 is one of the top selling folding treadmills, with a great selling point of $1,299, with free shipping and no sales tax (except UT).
Not only is the F65 a stable running platform – it is as stable as any non-folding treadmill, but when it is time to un-fold it, simply press a button and down it comes. Once down and locked into place you are ready to go. When folded up, it is locked in place for safety.
A really nice touch is the sound system that comes with the F65. It includes built in speakers and iPod connection. Factoring in customer service and quality, the F65 is a great choice.
If you are looking for a quality indoor running surface, with outstanding workmanship, both without breaking the bank, you should take a look at Sole.
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If you want a high-quality treadmill, but you don’t want to remortgage your house to get it, you might have been looking at the Sole F85. It offers a lot of attractive options. It comes with a great warranty, has plenty of extras and is still foldable. But before you drop almost $2,000 on a treadmill, you want to make sure you are positive that it will work for you.
First, you would have to search pretty hard to find a negative review about the Sole F85. In part, this is due to the great warranty. They offer lifetime warranties on the motor and deck and a 5 year warranty on major electronics with a 2 year parts and labor warranty. You may be wondering how they can offer all this at only $2,000. But Sole can offer these warranties because they know you will probably never need them. These treadmills were designed for major hotel chains and because of that they had to be able to stand up to almost anything.
At nearly 300 pounds, the treadmill certainly feels sturdy. But the treadmill specs say it can hold up to a 400 pound runner. When you consider the huge 60 inch belt, this treadmill could accommodate the incredible Hulk if he decided to take up running. This treadmill runs large with its rollers as well. At 2.75 inches, they do less work and wear out more slowly.
You get a huge 3.5 HP motor, which is akin to having a V8 on your treadmill, but you also get plenty of attractive extras. The display looks decent and offers you a progressive readout about your run, but that is to be expected on a modern treadmill. What you also get in an iPod or MP3 player hookup and some speakers. While they aren’t exactly theater quality, they sure beat putting your ear buds back in every five minutes. You also get some cooling fans on this treadmill. Again, they won’t dry your hair, but it’s hard to complain about a little breeze when you’re running.
When you get a Sole F85, you’re getting a big sturdy treadmill that offers plenty of reliability. And if something should happen to go wrong, you have the impressive warranty to cover it. There are a few niggles to be had with the folding aspect. While it does indeed fold, it is not entirely vertical and takes up more room than other models. But considering the level of quality of this treadmill, it is hardly a deal-breaker that the angle is a few degrees off 90. If you’re an avid runner looking for something sturdy with a few extras for a decent price, this model might work well for you.
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If you are looking to buy a mid-range treadmill that manages to offer a good balance between value, quality, and functionality then you should take a look at the Sole F83. Costing around $1,800, the F83 is often overlooked as it sits right in between the budget and higher end price brackets. However, it does offer a number of features and is priced fairly considering exactly what you get for your money.
What you do get from the F83 is still very impressive. You will find that the 58 inch belt is big enough for most people, except those with very long legs or big strides. The belt is moved by huge 2.75 inch rollers, which you will typically only see on $4,000+ treadmills. These do not wear out as quickly, but still offer a great quality run and tend to be quieter. The 3 horsepower motor is plenty powerful enough for most runners as well. And if you like extras, you also get a sound system for your iPod or MP3 player.
You will still get Sole’s great warranty package as well. You can tell a lot about the quality of a product by the warranty that the manufacturer puts on it. The lifetime warranty covers the motor and frame while you get a 5 year parts warranty and 2 year labor warranty, still better than most comparable treadmills. The quality also shows in the stability of the run. At 275 pounds, the treadmill is very solid. You will also get an attractive three-color LED display and wireless heart rate control monitor, which so many runners would not buy a treadmill without.
When it comes to fitting into its niche, the F83 does a pretty good job. You might find yourself wishing you had upgraded to the beefier F85 down the road or you may wish you had saved the extra cash and bought the F80, but the fact remains that you still can’t really go wrong. All of these models offer slightly different options, but they are all great quality machines.
However, the F83 really does offer the perfect compromise; not only is it a quality unit that has a lot of extras, it is also extremely competitively priced making it ideal for casual and serious users alike.
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The S73 is very similar to the folding version, the F83. You still get the same build quality and many of the same features, but you get it for a little cheaper. If you’re looking to save money rather than space, this is a viable alternative to the folding model. In addition, you get a more stable feel to the non-folding treadmills since there are fewer moving parts to wobble around when you run. Contributing to that solid feel is the weight of the treadmills itself. At a hefty 250 pounds, it is extremely stable even when you get moving pretty quick.
You still get the 2.75 inch rollers you would expect on a treadmill twice as expensive and you get a good-sized running belt at 58 inches. You also get the powerful 3 horsepower motor, more than enough to keep most runners happy. Unless you are really looking for the extra size and power of the S77, this treadmill is a very budget-friendly model that will suit most people. The value continues with the warranty. The warranty from Sole is always above average and it is no different with the S73. You get a lifetime warranty on the motor and frame and 5 year parts warranty backed up by a 2 year labor warranty.
The Sole S73 still has some very tough competition, but interestingly enough it comes from Sole as well. All treadmills fall into a certain niche, but with Sole that niche is very small. While it is easy to recommend this model for a well-built and solid treadmill, there are other great models with very similar prices to the S73.
You should definitely make sure to do your homework and get the model that is best for you before you spend your money. But if you do end up with an S73, you will have a reliable machine that will offer you years of great running.
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Many mid-range treadmills offer a few extras, but they tend to sacrifice quality to save a little on the price.. But Sole is trying to debunk that by offering a sturdy treadmill with lots of features at a price that other mid-range treadmills would have trouble matching. You can find the Sole F80 at around $1,500 if you look hard enough and for that money you get a surprising amount of goodies.
There is a good reason that you would struggle to find a negative review of the Sole F80. Not because it offers better extras than other treadmills, but because of how long they last. But Sole has the upper hand over many treadmill companies in this area. For years, Sole was the line of treadmills that big-name hotels used in their gyms. They needed affordable machines that could stand up to any kind of runner and would last for years. They turned to Sole to fulfill this need and ever since, Sole has been churning out some of the most reliable treadmills you can buy.
The warranty speaks volumes about the quality of the treadmill. The motor and frame are covered under a lifetime warranty and the major parts are covered under a 5 year warranty. In addition, there is a 2 year parts and labor warranty, which is above average for treadmills in this range. But Sole can afford to offer these warranties because they are confident that you will never need them, even in a fairly cheap treadmill.
But the Sole doesn’t have a cheap feel at all. While it is fairly plain compared so some other treadmills, the extra bells and whistles are still there. You get a dock for your iPod or MP3 player, which is typically a costly extra in most treadmills. You also get their cushioned deck which reduces impact but doesn’t spring back at you. Something important to note is that the F80 comes with 2 inch rollers, which is one of the reasons it lasts so long. The big rollers don’t spin as often as smaller ones and wear down less, but they still offer quiet and sustained speed.
Of course there’s a fully functional display so you can monitor every aspect of your workout, and you even get controls mounted in the armrests so you don’t have to stretch out to the main console. Weighing in at about 200 pounds, the unit feels solid and the folding deck is great for saving space when you aren’t using it. However, this does mean that the entire deck is only 55 inches which could be a problem for people with longer legs. To be honest though that is only a very minor complaint when you consider just how much treadmill you are getting for your money. The Sole F80 is an extremely competent mid-range unit and boasts enough features to keep anybody happy.
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It can be difficult to find an entry-level treadmill which offers a high quality, but runs less than $1,000 dollars. For avid runners who are serious about their training or require a treadmill which can stand up to miles per day punishments, it can be nearly impossible. But for a casual jogger or someone just looking to get in shape by walking in a few times a week, the Sole F63 might be a good fit.
The F63 features a 2.5 HP motor which runs a little louder than more expensive Sole treadmills, but is still powerful enough to reach speeds of up to 10 miles per hour, which should be more than enough for most people’s needs. The belt length is 55 inches which is perfect for walking and jogging, unless you are especially tall and have an extra long stride length. The F63 is also able to hold up to 325 pounds, so even heavy users can enjoy healthy workouts.
All of the features you’d expect from a Sole machine are present including easy reach controls mounted on the arm rests and a very clear display system. While the F63 may not offer all of the display options of a higher end model, there are still enough different features to meet all of the needs of the casual user. The treadmill also features an ingenious cooling fan system which provides a gentle cool breeze as you workout – this really does come in handy on those hot days!
I’ll admit that the higher end Sole treadmills do feel to be constructed a little more firmly; however you still benefit from a very competitive warranty from the manufacturer which covers the motor and deck for life and the major electronics for 3 years, not to mention 1 year parts and labor. To be fair though, the F63′s roots lie in the gyms of major hotel chains so it’s one treadmill that is more than capable of lasting a seriously long time.
The biggest drawback to the entry-level treadmill is that you don’t get Sole’s Cushion Flex impact absorption technology. While the treadmill is still vastly better than running on concrete, you may want to consider upgrading if your knees are troublesome. If you have the extra money to spend, you can get the quieter motor and more forgiving frame, which would be recommended if you plan on becoming a more avid runner. But even if you decide to get this model, you are getting good quality for the price. You won’t find all the bells and whistles on this model, but you will still get the kind of treadmill you expect from Sole.
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