Hi again. Today we shall get to know a treadmill that I first came across at a friend\u2019s home two years back \u2013 The Horizon Fitness T82 Treadmill. Located just a block away, I used to get the chance to work out on it once or so every month I did not feel up to the gym. I have mixed opinions about the Horizon Fitness T82 Treadmill looking back. Overall, I think the Horizon Fitness T82 Treadmill is a good machine for the price it charges you. <\/p>\n
Let\u2019s see what features and particulars this folding treadmill offers:<\/p>\n
Drive: A 2.25 HP Continuous Duty Motor<\/p>\n
Deck: Reversible<\/p>\n
Belt: 20\u201d (W) x 55\u201d (L) \u2013 Usage Area<\/p>\n
Speed: 0.5mph \u2013 10mph<\/p>\n
Incline Range \u2013 Upto 10%<\/p>\n
User Load Capacity: 300 lbs or 136 Kilos<\/p>\n
Workout Options: 14 programs – Manual, 3 Interval and 2 Weight Loss Programs, Rolling Hills, Mountain Climb, Pacer, Custom 1, 2, Golf 9 Hole and Golf 18 Hole<\/p>\n
Heart Rate Monitor: Pulse Grip<\/p>\n
Display: Orange backlit LCD \u2013 time, pulse, Distance, Calories Burnt, Incline, Speed, Program Profile<\/p>\n
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Other features:<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Transport Wheels facility for easy relocating and storage.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 COMFORTzone (Patented) Air cell Shock absorption\u00a0system.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FeatherLIGHT (Patented) Lift System for easy folding.<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MP3 Jack<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A Blower Fan<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Lifetime warranty on Frame and Motor and a year each on parts and labor.<\/p>\n
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The Horizon Fitness T82 Treadmill comes at USD 999 (available cheaper at some retailers), and at these prices offers a rather wide range of workouts and provides decent belt cushioning, usage area and folding facilities. One gets the sort of quality the Horizon Fitness T82 Treadmill provides at a much higher range in other brands and models.<\/p>\n
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However, I have found a few negatives for this machine. First, the console does not allow the user to input information on weight, so I suspect the accuracy for the calories burnt that it displays. Second, waxing under the belt frequently was a bother with my friend, and she spoke of it often trying to keep it in good condition. I would have liked to see a Heart Rate Control program option on this otherwise versatile treadmill. The speakers does not give great sound quality but then this is a peripheral issue in my opinion, and doesn\u2019t greatly affect buying decision for a treadmill. For this price, you get exactly what the company tells you in its promo videos. If you are looking for something very fancy and technology-driven, the Horizon Fitness T82 Treadmill may not live up to your expectations.<\/p>\n
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MY RATING FOR THE HORIZON FITNESS T82 TREADMILL \u2013 3.5 out of 5 stars<\/p>\n
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