Another Helpful Treadmill Health Article

Buying A Treadmill - 3 Essential Tips
Author: Kathryn O'Neill

 

Buying A Treadmill – 3 Essential Tips

If you're buying a treadmill, chances are you've done lots of research already. You probably know exactly what makes up a high quality treadmill and have an idea of which features you want in your unit.

But even with this knowledge many people still fall prey to slick treadmill deals that end up costing them in the long run.

In order to keep that from happening to you, here are 3 essential buying tips to make sure you choose the very best treadmill for you.

#1) Not All Treadmill Brands Are Created Equal

I recently had a gentleman e-mail me asking for advice on which treadmill he should buy. He had narrowed it down to 3 choices:

Choice #1: Brand A: 2.5 HP motor $999

Choice #2: Brand A: 1.75 HP motor $899

Choice #3: Brand B: 2.0 HP motor $1099

He asked me which treadmill I would buy. He was clearly leaning towards Choice #1.

This was the natural choice for most people and it makes sense: get the most for the least. Or get the most motor power for the least amount of money.

However, my answer surprised him. I told him if it were my choice, I would go with Choice #3: Brand B for $1099. Here's why:

Although the motor power is lower than Choice #1 and the price is higher, Brand B makes an overall better treadmill. Why?

Brand B has a reputation for making high quality treadmills and backing them up with extensive warranties, including 10 years on the motor. It can afford to give such lengthy warranties because it knows that it makes a quality product that probably WON'T break down - even in 10 years.

Brand A on the other hand offers a 90-day motor warranty. What does that tell you about the quality of parts?

Although motor power is a good feature to consider when buying a treadmill - you have to be careful. Look at it in the context of the whole treadmill - including the brand.

Not all treadmill brands are created equal. Some treadmill brands use extremely high quality materials. Others well, don't.

Make sure to look beyond just the bare numbers when choosing a treadmill. Look at the whole picture to find the best treadmill for you.

#2) Don't Always Believe What The Salesperson Tells You

Get it in writing. This isn't to put down any salesperson - but they are human. They do make mistakes, and sometimes this can end up costing you.

I had another lady e-mail me asking for advice on choosing a treadmill. She'd narrowed it down to several and was leaning towards one in particular (let's call it Treadmill X).

She had been told by a salesperson in the store that this Treadmill X (for $899) came with a lifetime warranty on the motor.

This lady was smart. She was looking at the whole treadmill picture. The price was excellent. The motor power was average (1.75 HP). And who can pass up a lifetime motor warranty?

But wait a minute.

I was fairly familiar with this treadmill brand and knew something was off.

This particular treadmill brand never gives lifetime motor warranties - ever. Not even on their commercial treadmills. So why would they offer a lifetime motor warranty on one of their economy treadmills?

I voiced my concerns to her and wasn't surprised to hear back a couple of days later that the salesperson had actually been mistaken about the lifetime warranty.

If she had bought this treadmill simply based on what the salesperson said, she might have gotten a nasty surprise - especially since this particular treadmill brand is known for being extremely costly to repair.

Don't always trust what the salesperson says. Make sure to get it in writing before you buy!

#3 Forget the Price Tag - Look at the REAL Price Of The Treadmill

Price is probably one of the most important factors when buying a treadmill. But sometimes the price of the treadmill can be misleading.

For example, let's say you're looking at Brand A in a store with a price of $799. Pretty good price right?

A much better deal than Brand B - sold online - at $999.

But look closer at Brand A. Brand A only comes with a 90 day parts and labor warranty so you need to buy added coverage. You pay $50 for a 2 year extended motor warranty.

So Brand A's total cost is now $849 (with a 2 year motor warranty)

Brand B is still $999 (with a 10 year motor warranty already included)

Overall, you figure that Brand A is still the better deal since it's cheaper.

But look closer. You need to pay shipping costs for Brand A. Shipping costs from most stores usually run you about $150.

Brand B, since it is sold online offers free shipping (most online treadmill sellers do).

So Brand A's total cost is now $998 (with a 2 year motor warranty)

Brand B is still $999 (with a 10 year motor warranty)

With Brand A, $799 has gone to buy the treadmill, $50 has gone to buy the warranty and $150 has gone into shipping.

With Brand B, $999 has gone to buy the treadmill (warranty included).

So which treadmill do you think actually gives you the most value for your money?

And don't forget that many online treadmill stores don't charge sales tax. The store that sells Brand A does. That technically makes Brand A MORE expensive than Brand B.

So when comparing treadmills, make sure to consider the TOTAL COST of each treadmill before you buy.

By keeping these 3 tips in mind when purchasing a treadmill:

- Not all treadmill brands are created equal

- Don't believe what the salesperson tells you - get it in writing

and

- Look at the REAL price of the treadmill

you'll be well on your way to choosing the best treadmill investment for you. Good luck and have fun!

About the Author

Kathryn O'Neill is the chief editor for Treadmill Review

For more buying tips, treadmill brand reviews, and best buys visit http://www.treadmillreview.net

Brought to you by AAArticles, and ABBlogs! ...
 

commercial treadmill Top Resource Sites

Treadmill Commercial,Exercise Treadmill,Treadmill Review And More
Treadmill Commercial Your Resource For Treadmill Commercial , Treadmill Review & Exercise Treadmill Important Links For Treadmill Commercial Those Treadmills Tips For Buying A Treadmill Tips For ...
http://www.treadmill-for- .../treadmillcommercial/

i10surplus.com | Surplus | Books | Baby Name | New York Times
i10surplus.com HOME Main Categories ª Surplus ª Books ª Baby Name ª New York Times ª Used Book ...
http://www.i10surplus.com/

http://cgi.ebay.in/FOR-USER-WT-UP-TO-150KG-A-CLASS-COMMERCIAL-TREADMILL_W0QQ...
http://cgi.ebay.in/FOR-US ...yZ15280QQcmdZViewItem


- Commercial Treadmill
Treadmills and Treadmill Exercise Commercial Treadmill Resources and Articles Commercial Treadmill The information on this page has been carefully reviewed and hopefully will provide you with the ...
http://www.treadmill-reso ...ercial-treadmill.html

Star Trac Treadmills! - Star Trac 4530 Commercial Treadmill with Polar & C -...
Star Trac Treadmills > Fitness Center > Treadmills > Star Trac Treadmills : Star Trac 4530 Commercial Treadmill with Polar & C All Categories Ab Workouts Ankle Weights Aquatic Fitness Arm ...
http://www.exercise-n-fit ..._details.asp?pid=5233

Used Quinton Treadmill Stress Systems | Folding Treadmills To Run On | Comme...
Used Quinton Treadmill Stress Systems Horizon Fitness Treadmill T35 Replacement Manual Pro Form 5455 Treadmill Best Treadmills Used Weslo Treadmill Horizon Tread Mills Treadmill Exercise Plan Out ...
http://reviewtreadmillrat ...ll-stress-systems.htm


SteelFlex 6800 Treadmill Light Commercial Warranty SteelFlex 6800 Product Specifications Console: Smart Matrix HRC Plus,Profile Matrix LED,Display w/Heart Rate Control (32) Total Programs, Custom ...
http://www.recommendedsho ...mercial_warranty.html

Commercial Treadmill Review
Commercial Treadmill Review Top Commercial Treadmill Review Resources Equipment | Apparel | Nutrition and Supplements | Weight Loss | Books and Guides Best Commercial Treadmill Review Websites Look ...
http://www.fitnessea.com/ ...treadmill-review.html

Fitness - Spirit Platinum Series 480 Light Commercial Treadmill
Fitness Spirit Platinum Series 480 Light Commercial Treadmill All spirit treadmills feature the heaviest duty chassis and motors in thier class. Beginning with powder coated steel frames and heavy ...
http://www.sports-equip-s ...training/20018085.htm

Star Trac 4530 Commercial Treadmill with Polar & Contact Heart Rate...
... Cycling Equipment & Apparel Heart Rate Monitors Star Trac 4530 Commercial Treadmill with Polar & ... ... Cycling Store > Heart Rate Monitors > Item 33 Star Trac 4530 Commercial Treadmill with Polar ...
http://www.cyclingequipme ...ate_Monito_767730.htm

Treadmills Steelflex - Commercial Treadmills - Exercise Bikes - Cross Traine...
home treadmills cross-trainers exercise bikes weights & accessories where to buy? free brochures ...
http://www.steelflex.co.uk/


... On.Com Commercial Treadmill Home Proform Used True Trimline Smooth Image Keys Landice Manual Horizon Folding Cheap Spirit Compare Discount Schwinn Precor Reebok Sears Pacemaster General Menu - Home ...
http://www.treadmills-on. ...ercial_treadmill.html

Stairmaster Clubtrack 612 Plus Commercial Grade Treadmill w/ Digital Console...
... Home> Treadmills> RECONDITIONED TREADMILLS> Stairmaster Clubtrack 612 Plus Commercial Grade Treadmill w/ Digital Console & Heart Rate =minQty;if(!isAllowed) {alert('Minimum order quantity ...
http://www.gymtechinc.com/stcl612plcog.html

icontreadmills.net » Blog Archive » commercial treadmill reviews
... net Just another WordPress weblog ´ proform treadmill parts compare precor and true fitness treadmills ª commercial treadmill reviews Sometimes when you\re looking for sites on true treadmill ...
http://icontreadmills.net ...al-treadmill-reviews/

Precor 966 Commercial Treadmill
(800) 499-9936
http://www.commercialfitn ...recor966comtread.html

Bodysolid UK - Leading online retailer, Importer and UK Distributor of gym e...
... 0.00 * where applicable View Basket Recover Basket :: TREADMILL OFFERS :: GYM EQUIPMENT OFFERS :: BARGAIN BASEMENT LGT9925 Full Commercial Treadmill home > LGT9925 Full Commercial Treadmill Jam ...
http://www.bodysolid.co.u ...corprod=1&product=430

Cybex mill commercial treadmill information - recommendations from Cardio Help
cybex mill commercial treadmill information resources > Cybex mill commercial treadmill offers | Research | Recommendations | Resources 1.) Cybex mill commercial treadmill: Welcome to your Cardio ...
http://www.cardiofitnessh ...mercialtreadmill.html


RestartSite ReadArticles LinksDirectory AdvertiseonourSite AddSite Siteindex OldNews Commercial Treadmill Reviews resource directory The Fitness Exchange - selling fitness equipment ...
http://www.hot-treadmill- ...cialtreadmillreviews/

Trimline Light Commercial Treadmill - Model T380
At Home Fitness features Trimline Light Commercial Treadmill Model T380 At Home Fitness - Home Best Exercise Treadmill Smooth Treadmills Proform Treadmills Precor Treadmills Trimline Treadmills ...
http://www.athomefitness. ...ercial-treadmill.html

Your Commercial Treadmill Reviews Source
... Especially Commercial Treadmill Reviews. Commercial Treadmill Reviews Articles Fat Burning Secrets For Cardio Workouts by Gerald Gore Lets face it, most of us live pretty busy lives and the amount of ...
http://www.treadmillsite. ...readmill-reviews.html

Treadmills - Buy Treadmills - Commercial Treadmill - Noramco SuperTread <...
... Please Note : Price is subject to change without notice Found 704 items, Here are 520 through 535 items Treadmills Commercial Treadmill - Noramco SuperTread <br>Programmable w/ HR Control Check ...
http://www.purchaseden.co ...-body/Treadmills.html

Commercial treadmill sales, weight loss via commercial treadmill
Commercial treadmill Commercial treadmill sales > Fat-Burning Store Commercial treadmill sales: Commercial treadmill sales: Click HERE for even more commercial treadmill items! Commercial ...
http://www.burnthefatfact ...l_treadmill-lose.html

TreadmillDoctor.com - Ratings of Treadmills Reviews Opinions Studies_1 - The...
... com 2004-05 Commercial Treadmill Reviews We don't sell treadmills, but with over 70 years of ... ... All of the new commercial treadmill ratings are now online. Click here for our Best Buy selections ...
http://www.treadmilldocto ...ercialreviewindex.htm

Commercial Treadmill Reviews
Treadmills Commercial Treadmill Reviews Best Source Commercial Treadmill Reviews Commercial Treadmill Reviews Scroll down to see latest news for latest news for November 28, 2005 Treadmill you want a ...
http://www.treadmill-find ...readmill-reviews.html

Commercial Funny Treadmill
commercial funny treadmill Sponsored Links Commercial Funny Treadmill B-i|l.co|Vl :: PictureLand ¤ View Album ¤ Treadmill commercial top movies. Album ¤ Video - Funny. Media 22/35 Can't view/hear ...
http://www.health-n-fitne ...-funny-treadmill.html

GoodFitness.com: Star Trac Softmill TR4500HR Remanufactured Treadmill
... and water bottle. A 2.5hp DC motor moves the treadmill in increments from .5 to 10 mph. The incline ... ... labor. Quality New and Used Fitness Equipment Commercial Remanufactured Equipment : Used Commercial ...
http://www.goodfitness.co ...500HR&Category_Code=T

Treadmill Vision Fitness | Treadmills Image 10 Q | Treadmill Walking Videos ...
Treadmill Vision Fitness A Treadmill Mat Protects Floor and TreadmillSeptember.27 Treadmills offer many advantagesóa low-impact workout in a small space at a relatively low cost. But, all good things ...
http://electricalpartstre ...ll-vision-fitness.htm


Commercial Treadmill Thank you for visiting this site! If you need Commercial Treadmill in a hurry, make sure the Commercial Treadmill site you select offers a quick shipping method for Commercial ...
http://www.alldiscounttre ...commercial-treadmill/

Used Commercial Treadmill provided by Your-Free-Treadmill-Directory.com
... Used Commercial Treadmill © 2005 - http://www.your-free-treadmill-directory.com - All Rights ... ... Commercial Treadmill. Commercial Treadmills ... Used Treadmills, Commercial Treadmill Gym Treadmill ...
http://www.your-free-trea ...ercial-treadmill.html

http://cgi.ebay.com/SportsArt-6005-Commercial-Treadmill_W0QQitemZ7193659211Q...
http://cgi.ebay.com/Sport ...yZ15280QQcmdZViewItem


Startrac 3000 Commercial Treadmill Interest
... > PLANET ECLIPSE FCTRY COCKER W/ HYBRID PARTS> PAINTBALL VIDEO GAME FIRST EVER 4 X-BOX "SMART PARTS"> Startrac 3000 Commercial Treadmill Interest Startrac 3000 Commercial Treadmill Interest ...
http://www.totalfitnessfl ...rest_z42008_15280.php