mmmmm...beer 790 Posted December 3, 2008 Ironman Inspire Treadmill 3hp Hey HD.... I remember asking you about a treadmill back in January before I left out of the house a few times What do ya'll think of the one listed above? Found it online at a closeout place for $799 Shipped.... I know it's a not the newest model but if it's new meh... I don't care... I just want something that's going to last the wife and I. What say you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheNewGirl 1,333 Posted December 3, 2008 What are the other specs, like max speed, incline, how much weight can it hold? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmmmm...beer 790 Posted December 3, 2008 What are the other specs, like max speed, incline, how much weight can it hold? This under the "Detailed Specs" tab in the link above: # 3.0 continuous-duty horsepower motor # 3-Flex™ deck cushioning technology # 11 Gauge Steel Frame # Body Fat Analyzer and Body Fat Chart # Interactive heart rate system with wireless chest strap keeps your workouts safe and effective # Walking/running surface area measures 20 X 60 inches long # One-touch™ speed and incline buttons offer easy access to desired settings # Convenient handlebar mounted remote speed and incline controls # Blue backlit LCD computer display # Multiple workout programs including: fat burn, cardio, heart-rate interactive, manual, warm-up, and 6 custom # Maximum user weight: 300 lbs # Two-ply belt # Rollers measure 2.5 inches # Built-in two-speed fan # 4 Storage areas # 5-window blue backlit LCD display with hill profile matrix # Large 2.5" diameter rollers # Speed range 0.6 -10 mph # Incline range: 0-10% # 2-ply heavy-duty treadmill belt # Large inline skate wheels for easy transport when folded # Shock assist fold-up design with handle # Fold-up design with 2-stage shock for safety # Dimensions: 78” L x 32.5” W x 62” H # Weight: 269 lbs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheNewGirl 1,333 Posted December 3, 2008 Oops, sorry, didn't see that tab... Sounds like something I would consider getting. I usually don't get one with such an elaborate display, but one that shows the mileage/time is good enough for me. That one does look very nice, though. And the price isn't bad either, IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmmmm...beer 790 Posted December 3, 2008 That one does look very nice, though. And the price isn't bad either, IMO. Sorta what I was thinking as compared to others with the same features.... $799 shipped is a great time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NorthernVike 2,083 Posted December 3, 2008 Jeebus man, you live in Gods country now. Get outside and enjoy the scenery. Learn to cross country ski. You live within ten miles of some of the best trials in the world. And the workout is twice that of a treadmill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
surferskin 30 Posted December 3, 2008 I'd recommend trying out a treadmill before you actually buy one. I bought cheap one at Walmart without using it first and regretted it instantly. It's probably because I'm used to the nice one's at the gym but this thing suxored. The biggest problem was that the belt positioning sucked. If you ever wanted to hold onto the handles while you walked, you were too close to the end of the belt and your feet would keep hitting the front plastic part of the machine. Not saying this will necessarily be the case with the treadmill but you'll never know until you try it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Moz 69 Posted December 3, 2008 Buying the wife one this Christmas. Cost about 1K - supposedly it's good - who knows I hate running I play basketball every other day for 2 hours to get my cardio in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hurricane Ditka 0 Posted December 4, 2008 We have an Ironman treadmill. And in 1 years time we have put 1180 miles on it between 3 of us that use it. Still works as good as the first day we got it. There is a company about 20 miles away in Yakima that I paid $40 to come do a check up on it. Solid machine. The brand itself does not get great reviews so I can't speak for everyone. But ours still works great. This is our model: Envision I just texted you a picture of it. It is a fixture in the house! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NorthernVike 2,083 Posted December 4, 2008 It is a fixture in the house! Yeah, the one you hang your coat on Tread mills sux :thumbsdown: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hurricane Ditka 0 Posted December 4, 2008 Yeah, the one you hang your coat on Tread mills sux :thumbsdown: 4 kids, 2 jobs. Can't always go outside to run so cut me some slack. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NorthernVike 2,083 Posted December 4, 2008 4 kids, 2 jobs. Can't always go outside to run so cut me some slack. No problem. Good for you and your family. But 98% of all treadmills are used more as coat racks than as exercise machines. Just say'n Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheNewGirl 1,333 Posted December 4, 2008 I love my treadmill and use it every day. I used my previous one everyday, too...I am not really an outside runner to begin with, and the convenience of it is great. It's not a clothing rack for us, never has been. I have a NordicTrack something or other, pretty nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmmmm...beer 790 Posted December 4, 2008 Jeebus man, you live in Gods country now. Get outside and enjoy the scenery. Learn to cross country ski. You live within ten miles of some of the best trials in the world. And the workout is twice that of a treadmill With a wife and 2 little kids in the house as well as a new job, I don't have a hell of a lotta time to go out for hours cross country skiing every day. It's to focking cold @ 12 degrees to run outside and I'd love having the ability to run late in the evening when I get home or just whenever. I lift 3-4x a week in the mornings but haven't been doing any cardio. I think getting this thing so I can do cardio at night before bed will rock. Where the fock up here do you live anyway ... we need to get together for beers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmmmm...beer 790 Posted December 4, 2008 We have an Ironman treadmill. And in 1 years time we have put 1180 miles on it between 3 of us that use it. Still works as good as the first day we got it. There is a company about 20 miles away in Yakima that I paid $40 to come do a check up on it. Solid machine. The brand itself does not get great reviews so I can't speak for everyone. But ours still works great. This is our model: Envision I just texted you a picture of it. It is a fixture in the house! Nice... righton. Welp I slapped down the cashish today with the ol' Paypal and bought the one I showed ya'll. Hopefully my fatass will get some good use out of it. Congrats on the run brotha... glad to see you dinnna die. Sorta... since I would have had S... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hurricane Ditka 0 Posted December 4, 2008 With a wife and 2 little kids in the house as well as a new job, I don't have a hell of a lotta time to go out for hours cross country skiing every day. It's to focking cold @ 12 degrees to run outside and I'd love having the ability to run late in the evening when I get home or just whenever. I lift 3-4x a week in the mornings but haven't been doing any cardio. I think getting this thing so I can do cardio at night before bed will rock. Where the fock up here do you live anyway ... we need to get together for beers. Careful! He will take you out for beers and NEVER call you again! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmmmm...beer 790 Posted December 4, 2008 Careful! He will take you out for beers and NEVER call you again! LIAR! They sent me to Montana for 6 weeks and when I got back I transferred out here... You can still follow me to MN!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hurricane Ditka 0 Posted December 4, 2008 LIAR! They sent me to Montana for 6 weeks and when I got back I transferred out here... You can still follow me to MN!! I would choose Wisconsin just on principle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,823 Posted December 4, 2008 Ironman Inspire Treadmill 3hpHey HD.... I remember asking you about a treadmill back in January before I left out of the house a few times What do ya'll think of the one listed above? Found it online at a closeout place for $799 Shipped.... I know it's a not the newest model but if it's new meh... I don't care... I just want something that's going to last the wife and I. What say you? where did you see it online for $799? The wife and I would like to get one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,823 Posted December 4, 2008 http://treadmill-resource-center.com/content/view/23/73/ A second weak point is its warranty. As mentioned before, treadmill warranties are a good measuring tool for the quality. Although Iron man treadmills are not top of the line, they offer a below average warranty. Most will have lifetime on frame, 10 years on motor, 2 years on parts, and 1 on labour. Another weak point of Iron man Treadmills is that they are fabricated overseas. The assembly quality is sub par. However, according to treadmill doctor, founder of Keys plans to do the manufacturing in the States. This means that some parts will be imported, then assembled. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmmmm...beer 790 Posted December 4, 2008 where did you see it online for $799? The wife and I would like to get one. Masscloseouts.com Also they have it advertised on the Ebay.... that's where I bought it from so I could use Paypal. http://www.just-treadmill-reviews.com/iron...-treadmill.html The Ironman Inspire treadmill is a decent buy at $1,299, but there are better bets around at the list price. This is still a relatively new machine so I'm not sure as to its reliability in the longer term. However, it does represent the newer treadmills imported from the Far East by volume manufacturers like Keys Fitness that are offering much more for the money than was the case a few years ago. The Ironman Inspire is certainly worth checking out. http://www.amazon.com/Ironman-Inspire-Trea...d/dp/B000FHDUIM Reviews on Amazon.com.... most seem to think it's a pretty good machine. Obviously a couple didn't... but that seems to be the way for everything. http://www.treadmilltalk.com/ironman-inspire-treadmill.html These guys said price doesn't = value... but that's when the unit cost $1600.... I'll take a chance at half that price for the unit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
