tnm75 Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 I decided that Bayley (my puppy) is going to buy me exercise equipment for Christmas... I have to have something under my tree. Right? Right! And, this would be one heck-of-a big box! My question... does anyone own a Bowflex Treadclimber? If so, likes and dislikes. I... err, I mean Bayley, would hate to spend that kind of money and it be sucky. Know-what-I-mean? Perhaps it would be smartest to stick with a treadmill? Consumer reports rates the treadmills, but not the treadclimbers. Kristy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimmy in MD Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 Personally I use a treadmill and have for about 16 years. I have wanted to switch to the bowflex treadclimber but have not done it, but may when my treadmills goes out. Do they have a trial period, like for 30 days so you can see if you like it or not?? I would ask about it, can't hurt. If you get the bowflex, let me know how you like it!!! PS I wish my dog Rinkles (chinese Shar-pei) had a wallet and budget like Bayley!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovinlifedfw Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 I Personally LOVE the treadclimber, its EASIER on my feet... And feel like I get a better work out done when i am Finished Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnm75 Posted December 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 Ugh... I'm so torn. The Bowflex 7-series Treadmill has amazing reviews. And, while the treadclimber is good... the reviews all state that it's overpriced. I know that I won't be running for awhile, but I'd like to eventually. And, you cannot run with the treadclimber. Decisions, decisions! Kristy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louisem Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 I had a treadmill for years but found that I much prefer elliptical machines than treadmills, they are much easier on the joints and a much better workout. One thing about investing in something that big is that you should really be sure that you are going to enjoy using for the long run, otherwise it will turn into a clothes hanging device. Here is another suggestion for Bailey, look into the Wii and Wii Fit. I bought it and it is really great. The Wii Fit includes Yoga, strength training, aerobic workouts and balance games and it does get your heart rate up and makes you sweat. I love mine and it is way cheaper and takes up way less room so it will fit much easier under the tree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovinlifedfw Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 Found this on a website for you PROS: 1. These machines do provide a great cardio workout - we worked up a good sweat and our hearts were pumping. 2. Tread climbers offer a low impact workout, especially good for people with knee or back problems. 3. They are easy to use once you learn how, and offer good control and displays. CONS: 1. The Nautilus Treadclimber and Bowflex Treadclimber are somewhat expensive. At $1,500 to $2,200 for the high end models, these machines are 10-20% more expensive than most treadmills, and 30-50% more expensive than most elliptical trainers and steppers. 2. Maximum speed is only 4mph, so you can't really run or even jog...the tread climber also doesn't allow for long strides. 3. The motion does take some getting used to..your feet can slip between the belts if you're not careful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JazzyJude Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 I had a treadmill for years but found that I much prefer elliptical machines than treadmills, they are much easier on the joints and a much better workout. One thing about investing in something that big is that you should really be sure that you are going to enjoy using for the long run, otherwise it will turn into a clothes hanging device.Here is another suggestion for Bailey, look into the Wii and Wii Fit. I bought it and it is really great. The Wii Fit includes Yoga, strength training, aerobic workouts and balance games and it does get your heart rate up and makes you sweat. I love mine and it is way cheaper and takes up way less room so it will fit much easier under the tree. I agree with louisem...the Wii and Wii Fit are real good and it would be something to start with and then later on, if you really want a bigger machine, then go for it. There is NO rush on it right now with that price tag. If it was me, I'd wait a bit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CindyLou Posted December 10, 2008 Report Share Posted December 10, 2008 We bought a treadclimber 2 years ago and here goes my opinion. Its BIG. We could only fit that and a computer desk in our second bedroom. Its also very high so if you have a ceiling fan or if your ceilings are normal height, your head is iffy when you stip up. Its a lot of money, ($3300+) and if you are using their finance company, they suck. We had the no interest for 12 month thing, and I made the payment online at 3pm pacific time instead of by 3pm central time and they charged me all the accrued interest and raised my rate to 30%. So I transferred it to my credit union......Ughhhhh Then when we decided to move, we had a hard time selling it. People had used ones for sale for $600-800! Well, we ended up selling it for $1000 but were very lucky that the person that bought it was an engineer and able to completely disassemble it because we couldn't get it out of the room!!! (they assembled it upon arrival) We had movers that had said they would not move it due to the weight and they refused dissasembly. My husband used it more than me and he said that if he could do it over he would definitely get a durable treadmill instead. The treadmill setting on it is really useless. And it really isn't anything like an ellyptical....which I thought it would be. Now we live in an apt complex with a gym and we have our spare room with a bed in it for company instead of that big monster!! Sorry for the not so great opinion, but I'm still paying on something I don't even have anymore and its a thorn in my side!!! Oh, and they say that you can return it in 60 days for a full refund. Well, that's a full refund minus the 250 shipping to you and then $350 shipping back to them because you are required to use their packer and shipper. Then another 120 if you need to to disassemble it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrty835 Posted December 11, 2008 Report Share Posted December 11, 2008 I got An ecliptical machine at walmart and a treadmill I use them both one in the morning and the other at night. I like the ecliptical one best. I fell i get a better workout. The ecliptical was on clearance for 99.00 and the treadmill was 350.00 hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnm75 Posted December 11, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 11, 2008 Thanks for all of the advice! I do have a Wii and Wii-Fit. However, my nieces and nephews confiscated my Wii-Fit. I should go track it down. I completely forgot I had it! After much thought... I went ahead and purchased the Bowflex 7-series Treadmill from Amazon. It was on sale and I was able to get free shipping. The thing that I like is that it is the best rated treadmill in Consumer Reports. And, it folds up. Hopefully I made a good buy! Thanks, Kristy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louisem Posted December 11, 2008 Report Share Posted December 11, 2008 Thanks for all of the advice! I do have a Wii and Wii-Fit. However, my nieces and nephews confiscated my Wii-Fit. I should go track it down. I completely forgot I had it! After much thought... I went ahead and purchased the Bowflex 7-series Treadmill from Amazon. It was on sale and I was able to get free shipping. The thing that I like is that it is the best rated treadmill in Consumer Reports. And, it folds up. Hopefully I made a good buy!Thanks, Kristy The fact that it folds up is great. Mine did to and it took up very little room when not in use. A word of caution, don't use a treadmill with pets in the room. My cat kept on trying to check it out and I almost broke my neck trying to avoid her! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnm75 Posted December 11, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 11, 2008 Louise, LOL... good advice. Thanks! Kristy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CaraMBA09 Posted December 14, 2008 Report Share Posted December 14, 2008 I decided that Bayley (my puppy) is going to buy me exercise equipment for Christmas... I have to have something under my tree. Right? Right! And, this would be one heck-of-a big box! My question... does anyone own a Bowflex Treadclimber? If so, likes and dislikes. I... err, I mean Bayley, would hate to spend that kind of money and it be sucky. Know-what-I-mean? Perhaps it would be smartest to stick with a treadmill? Consumer reports rates the treadmills, but not the treadclimbers.Kristy Hey Kristy I have a new treadmill (my last one burned out), which I use for walking and running and I spent the $$ and bought a commercial quality Stairmaster Stairstep machine as I loved the one at the gym so much. I love my stairmaster more than any equipment I have...you will literally do 5-10 minutes on it at a 3-4 speed (which is low) you can honestly feel all the fat in your a$$ shrinking away...I went from a 14 to a 12 in a month using it (except for my waistline). I thought of buying the treadclimber...but I can do inclines on my treadmill...I wanted more of a workout for my thighs and ass...that is why I bought my stairmaster. Good luck !! caio doll, Cara Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnm75 Posted December 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 14, 2008 Hey KristyI have a new treadmill (my last one burned out), which I use for walking and running and I spent the $$ and bought a commercial quality Stairmaster Stairstep machine as I loved the one at the gym so much. I love my stairmaster more than any equipment I have...you will literally do 5-10 minutes on it at a 3-4 speed (which is low) you can honestly feel all the fat in your a$$ shrinking away...I went from a 14 to a 12 in a month using it (except for my waistline). I thought of buying the treadclimber...but I can do inclines on my treadmill...I wanted more of a workout for my thighs and ass...that is why I bought my stairmaster. Good luck !! caio doll, Cara It's weird... but, I cannot wait for my treadmill to get here! Kristy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CaraMBA09 Posted December 14, 2008 Report Share Posted December 14, 2008 It's weird... but, I cannot wait for my treadmill to get here! Kristy K~ once you even start to walk and run on it...you will notice inches just dropping off your waist, thighs, butt and hips it will be worth every dime (like the band), it is an investment in you and your health. Just like nutritional eating is! oodles, C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CaraMBA09 Posted December 15, 2008 Report Share Posted December 15, 2008 Hello Cara,I was reading that you have a stairmaster, do you like it? Where did you buy it? I am interested. Thanks Ann Marie Hi, I first tried on Ebay...but the cost to ship one is nearly the cost of what it was to bid on! So I bought mine at The Fitness Outlet. It is the Stairmaster 4600 PT stepper with all the bells and whistles. I got mine on sale for $2999.00 but it usually goes for $3399.00 Here are the details: The FreeClimber 4600PT is the newest in state-of-the-art clibing exsercise. They feature a patented design great feel and are packed with new features. It features side handrails and smaller "easy-grip" upper-body handrails with integrated contact heart rate. FREECLIMBER FEATURES: Custom back-lit LCD console, including six different workout programs, 20 levels of intensity, scrolling performance feedback (calories, time, distance, floors climbed, METs and watts) and constant and telemetry heart rate monitoring >One-peice soft pedals offer the ultimate in comfort and low impact < New easy-grip upper-body handles provide maximum user comfort < >Ergonomically designed side handrails accommodate a wide range of fitness levels< >Reading rack accomodates larger reading material with built-in cassetter and water bottle holders< >Pivoting console reduces glare and accommodates users of all heighs 4600PT SPECIFICATIONS: height: 69" (175 cm) length: 44" (112 cm) >width: 32" (81 cm) weight: 155lbs (57kg) I love my stairmaster and what wonders it has done for lifting my Hiney. good luck on your research. Cara Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mona-camille Posted December 15, 2008 Report Share Posted December 15, 2008 Does anyone know if these stair stepper machines are ok to use if you have knee problems? I have a problem going up and down stairs, but I am wondering if these machines are easier on the knees than regular stairs. Anyone know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnm75 Posted December 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 15, 2008 Just got a call from ABF... they are delivering my treadmill today. I'm so excited! Kristy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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