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TOPIC: Buying an Elliptical

 
October 04, 2012 16:37
Hey everyone!

I want to invest in an elliptical and will start the research!

Does anyone have any suggestions?
  5015293
October 04, 2012 19:34
I have a Octane Q35,I really like it because the spacing is just right, the strides are not too long, you almost feel like your jogging but without the impact. I purchased mine used as there was about a $1,200 difference (ouch!) from the new model with only 1 year of home use!
So I strongly suggest you shop around the model you like, go to the store and try it out properly and then look for them used. Many people by them brand new only to leave them to gather dust after a few months!
October 04, 2012 19:38
I have used the very high end, expensive ones at the gym, and I had bought myself a cheap $300 one from Walmart. I get a pretty darn good sweat inducing workout on both! I would rather have a higher end model at home, but bought what I could afford at the time. Look around online, you may find a deal on the one you want. And don't be afraid to buy used. It could have been an impulse buy, was barely used, and they just want to get rid of it!
October 04, 2012 20:50
I have this....actually I have last years model. http://www.sears.com/nordictrack-audiostrider-990-pro-elliptical/p-00623889000P?sLevel=0&redirectType=SKIP_LEVEL&adCell=W21

check also on Craigslist.org you can find some good deals there too.
  23756241
October 05, 2012 11:51
Thanks y'all!! The hunt continues and I appreciate the suggestions!
  5015293
October 05, 2012 11:55
I have a True. It was very expensive - I want to say $3000. I love it. It has variable stride - which is good for me because I'm 5'3" - so I can get a comfortable stride. It is very stable and does not wobble. I bought it at a fitness store and got one year same as cash - so that was sweet.

When I bought it, someone pointed me to "TreadmillDoctor.com." The website has reviews of all the popular models of treadmills and ellipticals. I found to be very informative. Some of the more well known models are not very highly rated. So the website will help you steep clear of the mediocre models. Plus, they have recommendations at many price points.
  23905730
October 05, 2012 11:56
I just bought a top-of-the-line Yowza Captiva cardio-core elliptical two months ago and wouldn't trade this thing for the world. Talk about the most smoothest and quiet elliptical for the home.....you got it right here! VERY expensive at $1700 (on sale....normally goes for 2200 and as much as 3900) but check the site out and you'll see why THIS elliptical is off the chain. They got a patent on this thing so no other company can duplicate it at all.

www.yowzafitness.com

Once you go Yowza, you'll never go for anything else! lol Well, at least I won't.
  23977546
October 12, 2012 13:43
Another vote for Octane fitness. I have the Q47. Definitely feels more like a running motion and more challenging. Can change the stride as well.
October 12, 2012 16:40
Buy the Reebok
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