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hotreds 03:56 PM 08-28-2009
OK- my recumbent bike just isn't doing it for me. I want to get(need to get) a treadmill. However, the choices are dizzying!

I would use this twice daily, about 30 minutes at a clip. I am a heavy guy. So far I'm leaning towards this:

http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product...7-310439816647

It does have some negative reviews, however. Seeing as I'm looking to spend about $1000, I'm wondering if any of y'all might have some suggestions.

TIA!
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Barteur 05:28 PM 08-28-2009
I have a Tunturi T30 and very Happy with it, quiet and very strong motor.
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azherfer 07:38 PM 08-28-2009
I would highly recommend this site. I purchased a model from them four years ago and it's still running strong today. Very heavy duty, gym quality treadmills and most of the machines are rated for heavier people as noted in each of the descriptions. I had one failure in the upright locking mechanism (my son actually broke it) and had a no hassle free repair performed within 3 days with the included warranty.

http://www.fitnessblowout.com/equipment/treadmill
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elderboy02 08:54 PM 08-28-2009
Get an elliptical Hugh. It is easier on your joints :-)
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gettysburgfreak 09:29 PM 08-28-2009
I work at a sporing goods store. Get a Sole F63
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RGD. 10:17 PM 08-28-2009
Originally Posted by elderboy02:
Get an elliptical Hugh. It is easier on your joints :-)
Agree with this suggestion. Back when I was 420+ pounds the treadmill I had was just a killer on the joints. Picked up an elliptical - no more pain and faster workouts.

Ron
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skullnrose 10:24 PM 08-28-2009
Originally Posted by elderboy02:
Get an elliptical Hugh. It is easier on your joints :-)
Another vote for an elliptical

Bang for your buck nordic track makes a decent one. I forget the specific model. I can find out if your interested.

All out get a Precor or Life Fitness.
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hotreds 09:51 AM 08-29-2009
Thanks all. I ended up getting this:

http://www.fitnessblowout.com/equipm...st-track-elite
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shilala 10:10 AM 08-29-2009
Congrats on the treadmil, Hugh. :-)
I gotta get one for walking the dog, but I didn't get a dog yet. :-)
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