Sole F80 vs. Sole F85: Which Is The Best Choice For You?
Health club treadmills are a class above the normal treadmill equipment you’d buy for the home, but if you are looking for a piece of equipment that’s more substantial, there are some options available. One of the best quality brands around for this quality standard of equipment is Sole. Their F85 and F80 treadmill models aren’t budget items by any means, but they are of a higher class than you’d find from most home gym equipment manufacturers and are worth the high end ticket prices.
The two models are very similar. If you aren’t sure which one is best for you, ask yourself the following questions:
Which model best matches my running needs?
How will you use your machine? Are you a jogger? Do you walk at a steady pace? If so, the 3.0HP motor of the F80 will work well for you. It can reach a speed of 11 mph and has a walking space of 20×55 which is a comfortable size for your needs.
For serious runners however, the Sole F85 will be a better choice for you. It is equipped with a 3.5 HP motor, can speed up to 12 mph, and comes with a more generous running space of 20 by 60 inches.
Which is more stable?
The Sole F80 weighs 250lb and can sustain a user weighing up to 350lb in weight. The Sole 85 is the heaviest of the two models, weighing 280lb and able to sustain a 400lb user.
Which equipment has a more user-friendly design and programs?
Both the F85 and the F80 have read-out display consoles which show the runner/walker’s info such as speed, distance, time etc. They both have standardized programs (6), heart control programs (2) and also 2 programs that the user can customize themselves.
What other features do these machines have?
Heart rate monitors, including wireless chest straps, and hand grips for the pulse come with both the Sole F85 and the Sole F80. Where the F85 has the edge is in the location of the including and speed controls which are on the arm rest so that you can change your degree of difficulty without losing your momentum.
Two other great features that these two treadmills have is in a built-in cooling fan to help stop you getting overheated as you work out, and speakers that are built into the equipment to which you can attach your MP3 player/ipod.
What’s it going to cost to buy/fix?
Remember these aren’t flimsy pieces of equipment that will last a year before breaking down! These are sturdy gym quality machines and therefore have a price tag to support their quality! Purchased from Sole the F85 will cost you $1999.99, and the F80 $1499.99. They come with a lifetime warranty for the motor, frame and deck, parts have a 5 year warranty, and there’s even a 2 year warranty for in-home service and labor.
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Written by Travis Van Slooten on December 9th, 2009 with
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