Sole F85 Treadmill
- High-quality folding treadmill with 3.5-horsepower continuous-duty motor
- Offers speeds of up to 12 miles per hour and inclines of up to 15 percent
- Vibrant tri-color display tracks speed, incline, time, distance, calories, pace, and more
- 6 preset workout programs, 2 custom programs, and 2 heart rate programs
- 20-by-60-inch running deck; lifetime warranty on motor, deck, and frame
Product DescriptionWith the Sole F85 treadmill, working out becomes effective, efficient and fun. The folding treadmill is equipped with a high-output 3. 5 continuous-duty HP motor, 6-window LED display and 1-in deck offering outstanding shock absorption. It has speed/elevation controls in the handles that allow you to change the speed and incline at will. Amazon. com Product DescriptionThe top model in Sole’s folding series, the F85 treadmill is a great fit for serious workout enthusiasts. The F85 boasts a powerful 3. 5-horsepower, continuous-duty motor–the most powerful in the Sole line–that delivers speeds of up to 12 miles per hour and inclines of up to 15 percent. The club-style tri-color LED display, meanwhile, includes a message board for clear instruction and feedback, while also tracking your speed, incline, time, distance traveled, calories, pulse, and pace. There’s even a 1/4-mile track feature that you can follow as you run and a peak-and-valley graph th. . . More >>
Sunday, 17. January 2010 6:33
Rec’d with hidden damage, console cracked on both sides in same location, (could be a refab. claimed new) Called Amazon they past the buck to Sole. Stayed on hold for ever with Sole then got passed around like the school slut. A Rep from Sole was to call, a week later no contact. Here we go again. . . . . . were is my K-Y. I like the treadmill just buy it local.
Rating: 2 / 5
Sunday, 17. January 2010 7:53
We’ve had our Sole F-85 for 4 years now and it’s been a huge disappointment, especially given the pricetag. But since Sole has refused to refund our money (”sorry, your one year warranty expired 4 days ago”) or replace the one we have, we’re stuck with it. We’ve had numerous repairman here over these years to fix the same ongoing problem. . . . the belt will just come to a dead stop while we’re running on it. Not only is this dangerous, but being treadmill-less for lengths of time is quite aggravating particularly since we shelled out $2,244 for this piece. It’s needed a new board (the treadmill’s CPU) for every year we’ve had it (seriously, it now needs a 4th), although we’ve maintained it (lubricated it etc) exactly per the owners manual. My husband whimsically purchased this treadmill without researching first which has proven detrimental. Currently, Sole is in the process of sending us yet ANOTHER board, and with it, more repair bills. Obviously, this is our last Sole product.
Rating: 1 / 5
Sunday, 17. January 2010 10:26
Purchased my F85 in November 09 to train for my first marathon. Since then I’ve put 56 hours and 387 miles on it without any problems. The deck is quiet and flexes enough for a comfortable run. Speakers are fine for listening as you run, and it folds up into a relatively small footprint. It is easy to move around, even on carpet. I am very happy with this tread.
Pros: Easy to move
Sturdy and flexible deck
No problems in over a year of ownership.
Speakers are fine for running.
Quiet
Cons: The dual fans are worthless. Do not expect anything from them, and you will still be disappointed.
A worthwhile purchase, and I finished Pittsburgh in 3:47. Not bad for a first marathon.
Rating: 5 / 5
Sunday, 17. January 2010 10:49
got out of the Army (am used to running a lot) and started school after one semester was looking out of shape so I go the soles f85 treadmill didn’t get it from amazon found it a lot cheaper on a ebay store, brand new from factory. It was around $16,000 US. after shipping charges. First thing, it is very very heavy which is a good thing for the most part unless you try taking it somewhere that has more then 3 steps;however, it can be done. it has roles so on level ground no problem just kind of a pain with steps. assembly was quite easy not a lot to it. What I did not like about assemble was the wires. There’s no real good place to hide the wire bundle that connects the treadmill display to the stand. so basically the little plastic guard that covers them could use a spot for it as not to pinch wires, but with a little ingenuity I was able to overcome this. turned on just fine and for now seems to work wonderfully outside of the buttons like to get stuck in on the treadmill display. still works just fine just don’t like the fact the some of the buttons stay down unless you tap them just right. I will keep this post updated every couple of months to let people know of any problems.
AAR
3 good
good construction for the most part
works wonderfully so far.
also really like the wireless heart rate monitor
3 bad
no good spot for cable bundle
buttons kind of stick
heavy if you are taking it up or down stairs
overall
love it so far good speed control easy to use seems solid display minor issues and heavy. So far worth it am very happy
Rating: 5 / 5
Sunday, 17. January 2010 13:20
With 3. 5 continuous hp motor and 400lb weight capacity this machine has a lot of brawn and i enjoyed running on it until the computer (brain) took a dump on month 3. The software clearly wasnt a priority in the engeneering process with this machine. The service people say they will “call” me back within 24hrs; we will see.
Rating: 1 / 5