Smooth Fitness 7.35 Treadmill Review

The Smooth Fitness 7.35 treadmill is one of three new models for 2010.   Where many manufacturers have maintained last year's models for 2010, Smooth is striving to build on their already successful treadmills. The Smooth 7.35 is an ideal choice for a running treadmill when priced aggressively.

The Smooth Fitness 7.35 is designed for runners and it is built to withstand the abuse a running treadmill must encounter.  In the industry there are a number of companies that sell budget treadmills and suggest you can run on them.  These machines end up having service issues and result in dissatisfied customers.

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Note: As of 3/14/10 the Smooth 7.35 treadmill was selling for $1,499 with free shipping. They reduced the price $100 and they increased the parts warranty to 7-years. For the latest deal go to www.SmoothFitness.com.

Further Note: Use coupon code "smoothfitness100" and save another $100.

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With each stride a runner impacts the surface of a treadmill at around 2.5x their body weight.  Now multiply the shock of the impact by tens of thousands of strides and you start to comprehend the pressure that a treadmill must accommodate. The Smooth Fitness 7.35 treadmills has the right motor, deck, rollers and belt to handle runners.

Motor — With a running treadmill you need a motor that will not strain at high speeds and steep inclines. The motors that Smooth uses in their treadmills is found in many other high-end treadmills.   That is why it comes with a lifetime warranty.  It is virtually service free.

Deck — With the impact of running you need a deck thick enough to not buckle from the pressure.  Often people who run on budget treadmills end up literally cracking the deck.  You also want a deck that has the right amount of phenolic laminate so the treadmill belt can run fluidly over the deck.  This is one area where running treadmills will have the most wear.  The Smooth 7.35 has a thick laminate deck that will outlast most. 

Treadbelt — Like the deck, a treadbelt takes considerable abuse.  It needs to be strong enough to handle continual rotations on rollers without stretching or ripping.  Once again, the treadbelts found on Smooth treadmills have a very good track record.

Rollers — Larger rollers have the advantage of reducing wear and tear on the treadbelt, bearings and the motor.  The larger the roller the less revolutions.  Although not the largest roller found on a treadmill, at 2.5" it is larger than those found on budget treadmills, and it will contribute to reduced maintenance.

Other Features...

One Touch Controls — This is one feature I particularly like.  You can control the speed and incline by touching sensors on the side handlebars.  You don't need to break your stride to make adjustments.

Speaker System — You can plug an MP3 input and control the volume through the console.  

20 Workout Programs — You get a good variety of exercise routines, including 8 calorie burn programs.

2-Speed Fan — I have a machine that does not have a fan.  Consequently I have to place a fan on the floor and direct it towards me for any relief.  It is preferable to have a fan pointing directly at your core.

271 lbs. Unit Weight - Another consideration when purchasing a running treadmill is the stability.  The impact of running jogs the machine.  A heavy treadmill, like the Smooth 7.35, will have a solid, stable feel.

Our Review - Smooth Fitness 7.35 Treadmill

If you are serious about running on a treadmill, then you need a machine that is right for the job.  Smooth  has always offered a good running treadmills at a valued price - $1,500 or more. If you spend less your often buying a treadmill that is neither durable or stable enough to handle the rigors of runners. 

The Smooth 7.35 treadmill, when on sale, is one of the better values for a running treadmill.   It is rugged enough without costing a fortune.

To learn more go to www.SmoothFitness.com.