Diamondback 500Tm Treadmill Review

If you read my Diamondback treadmill review, you know that the Diamondback 500Tm is a relatively new treadmill. Diamondback is better knows for their bikes and steppers. Their previous treadmill models had problems. Diamondback took them off the market and was out of the treadmill business until recently.

Their track record obvious has not been good, but I believe it is about to get better. The Diamondback 500Tm treadmill appears to be a solid and durable machine. The people at ProSource, in Raleigh, said they have had few to no service issues with the treadmill.

The Diamondback 500Tm sells in the competitive $1,500 price range. It offers some nice features like:

• 2.5 HP continuous duty motor - Adequate for walking and jogging.
  
• 2.5" rollers - larger size decreases wear
  
• 20" x 55" running surface - Good for moderate height individuals.
  
• 1" thick deck - Should not crack under normal use.
  
• Wireless compatible receiver - strap is extra.

What I particularly noticed is how solid the treadmill felt. That probably has to do with the fact that it weighs 257 lbs. You won't want to move this treadmill around. Make sure to get the inside delivery service.

When I cranked both the speed and incline the treadmill was fairly quiet. An indication the motor was not straining. The treadmill has a respectable warranty, which includes lifetime motor, 5-year parts, 1-year labor.

Note: This is a non-folding treadmill. Diamondback does not have an folding models.

Our Review - Diamondback 500Tm

My first impression is this treadmill is a good value at around $1,500. It has some nice features and appears to be solid and sturdy. The only complaint is there are no buttons for quickly adjusting the incline or speed. You had to scroll with the incline and speed button - I hate that.

The question is, do you want to buy a treadmill from a company that failed on their first attempt? I would probably wait until this model has a trackrecord. On the other hand, the warranty would suggest Diamondback has faith the product will last.

The Diamondback 500Tm treadmill is primarily for walking and jogging, if you are a runner you may want to upgrade to the 600Tm, with a more powerful motor. If you are a jogger or runner and are over 5'10" you should consider the 700Tm with a 60" running surface.