Bowflex Treadmills
"Popular machines with a reputation for quality."
Bowflex treadmills are made by Nautilus who have a reputation for making top quality, reliable fitness equipment since the 1970s. The Bowflex treadmills have already proved themselves to be a popular choice in the very competitive mid-price range market (£950 - £1,250).
Aimed at the home treadmill user, the Bowflex models are folding to save space, sleek and attractive in appearance and easy to operate. Built-in wheels also make move the machine around much easier than some other models - very important if your space is limited. Good cooling systems also make this a good choice for small rooms.
Whilst some models in this price-range may have more powerful motors, Bowflex models do have features that you might not find on others such as built-in programmes and heart rate monitors. Bowflex's Strike Zone TM desk suspension system also helps to reduce impact on your joints, an important feature if you're unfit, overweight or in rehabilitation..
Bowflex treadmills come with a very useful warranty which covers the frame for 15 years, motor for 10 years, parts/electronics for 2 years and labour for 1 year - do check the details with the retailer before buying.
Some users felt the motors were a bit on the noisy side and other manufacturers will offer slightly better warranties. However, Bowflex has built up a good name for itself and won 'Best Buy Treadmill' by a number of consumer publications so they must be doing something right.
This is a highly competitive market at this price range so do compare other brands before deciding on a Bowflex.