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What
Reebok treadmills have going for them is name recognition. The name
suggests quality. However, the company that makes the treadmills
has no affiliation with the shoe company. Reebok treadmills are
built by Icon Fitness. The same company that builds Image, Proform,
Welso, Epic and NordicTrack treadmills.
All
these different brands are built at the same manufacturing facility,
and many use the same parts. It is the configurations that distinguishes
one from the other.
Note: You may also want to check out the NordicTrack
models. They have a better selection, with a variety of innovative
features. Also, when on sale, some of their treadmills are a better
value.
Of
the various Icon brands, Reebok and NordicTrack tend to offer higher
end treadmills with improved construction, backed up with extended
warranties. The price ranges between $799 - $2,000. The warranty
is usually 1 years parts and labor. The motor warranties go up to
lifetime coverage. (Warranties may vary. Check with the specific
retailer for actual warranty).
Last
summer I was out to Logan, UT and toured the Icon Fitness manufacturing
facility. I talked to a number of VPs and Directors. My impression
was NordicTrack and ProForm were the two Icon brands that were getting
most of the attention. Their models seemed to be have the latest
technology and innovations. They also seem to have some of the best
prices.
Currently
Icon has about 6 treadmill brands. I do not believe that Icon is
putting too much emphasis on the Reebok brand. They currently are
only offering 3 models, and unlike ProForm and NordicTrack, shipping
is an additional charge.
Our Review - Reebok Treadmills
We
believe you can find better value with the other Icon brands. Here
is an example. Currently the Reebok
Vista is selling for $1,299 without shipping. You can get the
very similar ProForm
Perspective for $1,249 with shipping.
Customer
Review - Reebok Vista
Great Treadmill - The Reebok Vista is a great home treamill.
It folds up to save space. IT has a 7 in tv in it. It can connect
to cable or a dvd player. I can watch movies, or Tv when walking
or running. It can handle up to 255 pounds and its sturdy. I can
run and it doesn't shake. It has a cooling fan, for the serious
runner. The long belt is wide enough for my long legs. The sides
have places to place a drink or telephone. I am happy with my
purchase. IT also comes with a 25 year warrenty. The best part
is the TV. I enjoy working out now. I may not have a built in
dvd player or mp3 option. But Most of us can jog with ipods.
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