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If you're looking for commercial quality without the price tag, you really can't beat Sole elliptical trainers.
Sole may seem new but in fact they've been making treadmills for the hotel market for over 20 years. They are the preferred treadmill used by Hilton and Omni hotels.
Ranging from $999 to $1699, Sole home ellipticals are some of the most well-constructed ellipticals on the market.
Strengths:
- Proper Alignment Of Footpads - When you use an elliptical the natural alignment of your body is thrown off no matter how close the footpads are.
- Sole footpads have a slight inward angle of two degrees. This angle actually helps to puts your body back into a neutral alignment throughout the elliptical motion and protects your back, knees, ankles and hips.
- High User Weight Capacities (300 - 400 pounds) - a sign of the stability of the elliptical trainer is seen in how high a user weight capacity it offers. The higher the user weight capacity, the more stable the elliptical trainer (other things being equal). The Sole E95 elliptical has a user weight capacity of 400 pounds - the highest user weight capacity we've seen.
- 20" Stride Length - Many cheaper ellipticals offer stride lengths of only 14 or 16". The larger 20" stride works a larger range of leg muscles and burns maximum calories. This longer stride is also appreciated by taller users and gives you a much smoother feeling ride.
- Built In Speakers with iPod / MP3 Hookup - All of the new 2008 models come with built in speakers and iPod / mp3 hookups - not a necessary feature but still a popular one with buyers.
- Extensive Warranties - With a lifetime warranty on the frame, 5 years on the parts and electronics and 2 years on service, this is one of the best elliptical warranties in the business and tells you something about the quality of parts (Note: the warranty on the E25 is a bit shorter)
Weaknesses:
While the 20" strides give you a better workout in general, shorter users (5'2" and under) may actually prefer a 16 - 18" stride.
Summary:
Sole elliptical machines go above and beyond what other similarly priced brands offer. You can get a much more effective workout with a 20" stride, properly aligned footpads, iPod hookup with built in speakers, higher user weight capacities and bright, advanced consoles.
Plus the extensive warranty is one of the best in the business and gives you an idea of the quality of construction on these units.
Bottom Line: Watch out Precor. High Quality For A Much Cheaper Price.
Where To Buy:
You can buy Sole ellipticals direct from the Sole manufacturer. They offer free shipping and you can also save on sales tax.
