subject: Shopping For A Proform Treadmill - 3 Tips To Save [print this page] Buying a Proform treadmill? You're in good company These are probably the most famous treadmills on the market today. They're everywhere - and you have lots of choices.
Proform offers dozens of models at any one time, many of them under $1000, which makes them affordable if you're on a budget.
There are however a few things most buyers don't know. Here are some tips to get the most value when you go to buy:
Tip #1 - Proform has been around for years and introduces new models every year. This means that while you're shopping around you'll probably find several different models of various ages. I've seen models from 4 years ago still being sold at a local department store.
What you probably don't realize is that Proform's new treadmills tend to improve every year. Competition being what it is, manufacturers are working hard to make a better product each year with stronger motors, belts, decks and even more toys like iPod docks and built in console speakers.
The newer treadmills also usually come with longer warranties than the older models. The warranties on these treadmills 5-10 years ago were dismal (think 90 days). Now however, some newer Proform treadmills offer 20 year or even lifetime motor warranties - which shows you how much they've improved.
So if you're looking for a Proform home treadmill, you may want to look at some of the latest models first, as they'll probably give you more for the money. Plus you'll get the latest console technology and toys on your machine.
Tip #2 - Another thing people don't understand is that Proform is owned by ICON Health and Fitness - the largest manufacturer exercise equipment in the world. ICON also owns brands like Nordic Track, Reebok, Image, Epic and Weslo.
So it's not unusual to see a Proform treadmill looking very much like a Reebok or an Epic. There are usually little differences. But if you do a little digging you may find that you can find a Proform that's very similar to a higher priced Epic model - and that can save you as much as $300.
Tip #3 - One more thing to be aware of if you're buying a Proform used treadmill: While you can sometimes get a deal, no manufacturer -Proform included - will honor the warranty on a second buyer.
So even if the seller says to you "Don't worry, it's still under warranty", you have to remember that the warranty will not cover you. So if you get the treadmill home and something goes wrong - you're out the money to fix it, or to buy a new treadmill.
While Proform makes some excellent value treadmills, there are other Proform models that don't give you as much for your money. Take your time to do your research and you'll find a better treadmill for your money.
