Currently priced at $1999 (Sale) the Smooth 9.25 HR competes with other high end home treadmills and several light commercial models.
How does it compare? And is it the best buy for you? Here's a review to help you decide:
Quick Stats:
Price: $2999
Motor: 3.0 HP
Speed: 0.5-12.5 MPH
Incline: 0-15%
Treadbelt: 20 x 62"
Folding: No
Heart Rate Monitor: Yes - Hand Grip and Wireless Heart Rate Control
Extras:
3.0 HP Continuous Duty Motor - This size of a motor will help prolong the life of your treadmill and gives you strong running belt without overheating. It's also covered by a lifetime motor warranty which tells you something about the quality of the motor.
Free Wireless Heart Rate Control - (As well as a hand grip pulse monitor.) The wireless heart-rate control automatically controls speed and incline to make sure you stay in your target heart rate zone. This optimizes your workout time.
Lifetime Motor Warranty - The Smooth 9.25 comes with a lifetime warranty on the frame and motor. You can't get any better than this - and it also tells you about the quality of motor construction. The warranty also covers parts for 5 years and labor for 1 year.
Commercial Grade Parts and Design - The triple-laminated phenolic deck and 2.5" commercial grade rollers help to extend the life of your treadmill.
400 lb User Weight Capacity - The user weight capacity also tells you about the stability of the treadmill. A higher user weight capacity often means a higher stability. If you're looking for a commercial grade stable feel, this treadmill will not disappoint.
Deluxe Dot Matrix Console - With separate incline and speed profiles, this console is one of the more attractive treadmill consoles on higher end machines. It shows speed, distance, time and calories simultaneously so there's no need to scroll - very similar to health club treadmill consoles.
Longer 62" Running Belt - While most belts range from 52" to 56", the longer running area on the Smooth 9.25 HR treadmill makes it ideal for taller users or runners who really want to pick up the pace (you won't feel like you're going to fall off the treadmill).
Overall Conclusion: Highly Recommended
The Smooth 9.25 HR treadmill is a monster machine. Sitting at 304 lbs, it's an extremely stable, commercial grade machine built for the high end home gym.
One of the best features of the 9.25HR is the longer 62" belt accompanied by the higher powered motor to back it up. (If you have a weak motor and a long belt, you can quickly burn out your motor). For the serious runner or taller user, it may well be worth the extra money for this feature as it is usually offered on $3000+ treadmills.
Where To Buy:
The best place to buy the Smooth 9.25 and save on store mark-up is to buy direct from the source: the Smooth manufacturer. You can also save on sales tax and shipping here.
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