The Smooth 9.25X Treadmill is a monster treadmill and the commercial grade model in the Smooth treadmill lineup.
It offers both the high-end construction of a health club treadmill along with several unique features that make your workout a lot more enjoyable.
Is the 9.25X right for your workout needs? Here's a review to help you decide:
Quick Stats:
Price: $3499
Motor: 3.5 Continuous Duty HP
Speed: 0 -12.5 MPH
Incline: 0-15%
Treadbelt: 20 x 62"
Folding: No
Heart Rate Monitor: Yes Hand Grip & Wireless Heart Rate Control
Extras:
4-Ply Whisper Weave Orthopedic Belt - Most standard home treadmills come with a 2 ply treadbelt and a smaller walking surface. The Smooth 9.25X treadmill comes with a 4 ply treadbelt (only found in commercial treadmills) and an extra long 20 x 62" walking area.
The extra thickness extends the life of your treadmill and the extra length makes this an excellent treadmill for taller people and/or runners. This is one of the longest treadbelts currently found on the market. And it has motor power - 3.5 HP - to back it up (if you have too much treadbelt and not enough motor power, you can quickly burn out your motor).
Lifetime Warranty on ALL Parts - You can't get better than a lifetime warranty on all parts (including the motor, 1 year on service.) It tells you a lot about the quality of treadmill construction. Compare the $3500 commercial grade models like Star Trac which offer around 3 years on parts and you'll see the value.
Commercial Grade Components - The triple-laminated phenolic deck and 2.5" commercial grade rollers help to extend the life of your treadmill.
Sound System Built Into The Console - This is one of those luxuries unique to the 9.25X. Speakers are built directly into the console so you can hook up your music or watch tv while running. Also, considering it's covered under the lifetime warranty, you know it was built with high quality parts.
Shock Absorption™ Cushioning - This system suspends the running deck and frame on two pivots, similar to health club treadmills, to increase cushioning and reduce impact on ankles, knees, hips and back. University tests showed the Smooth 9.25X protected runners by absorbing more impact force than traditional treadmills.
Also, because your muscles contract at a lower peak intensity for a longer period of time with this kind of cushioning system, they burn 14%-23% more calories.
Heavy Unit Weight Gives A Highly Stable Feel - With a 304 pound unit weight, this is a monster machine and it helps to give the 9.25X the highly stable feel of a health-club treadmill. It can support runners up to 400 pounds.
Overall Conclusion: Highly Recommended
The Smooth 9.25X is a truly commercial grade treadmill with alot of value packed into the price. With its high-end, commercial grade construction the 9.25X was built to take a beating and last you for years. At the same time, it also has a softer side - offering you workout luxuries (like the sound system) that are hard to find elsewhere.
Obviously this is not a treadmill for the buyer on a budget. But if you're looking for a strong, highly stable, well-cushioned commercial-grade treadmill with the added protection of a lifetime warranty, you can't go wrong with the Smooth 9.25X.
Where To Buy:
The best place to buy the Smooth 9.25 X and save on store mark-up is to go right to the source: the Smooth manufacturer. You can also save on sales tax and shipping as well.
