Horizon Evolve SG Compact Treadmill Review
First – shipping was horrible! I read other reviews beforehand, but now I can tell you in person that the company used by AMAZON (in the vernacular) – sucks. I would GLADLY PAY AMAZON a fee to ENSURE that the product would be received in good condition. Here’s the story: first the product was shipped from AZ. I expected it to arrive somewhere in the Seattle/Seattle-south area. Instead it ended up North of where I live to be delivered by some out-of-the way final shipper. I notified them that if they came with a tractor-trailer, they would not be able to make delivery due to the 180 degree turns on the access road to the ridge line area where we live. No response. Then on the morning of expected delivery, a phone call from the truck driver who was about 15 miles away, saying we received your FAX, but I have a tractor-trailer…and basically what do YOU (me) want to do? It was raining quite heavily. My only choice was to hitch up the utility trailer to my vehicle and drive seven miles to a convenient point of transfer to take on the box. When I first viewed the box, it was in shambles. Packing tape (by the last shipper – the firm delivering it now) was now added at both ends to hold the flaps down. On the bottom were two holes where the two front treadmill legs protruded. And a tear in the box that revealed a cracked portion of the custom styrofoam packing. I asked if I could open the box to observe if there was any damage. Reply: Only if I signed the receipt. Seven miles, raining, hassles… I chose to accept the box in hopes that the styrofoam packing protected the contents. Basically it did, but after unpacking I discovered a crack on the left side of the motor housing. It does not detract from the performance of the product; but the product did not arrive in mint condition. And that’s what you and I expect.
Essentially, when AMAZON says FREE SHIPPING, you’re playing the lottery – at least in this case. As I accepted the product from the shipper, I believe I would have to pay to repair the housing cover.
As to the Horizon Evolve treadmill, it fits our needs very well. I’m 72 and in very good health, but excerise here in the rainy Pacific NW during winter must be done indoors. I need to exercise but don’t need 10 mph speeds other treadmills offer. The 4.0 mph speed that’s part of the Evolve’s weight loss program is as fast as I can walk; it’s just shy of running. And I opted for a level platform machine rather than a machine with selective incline. It is set up in our spare bedroom/guest room where it can be easily stood up against the wall when appropriate. The treadmill’s size was one of the positive considerations in getting this product; after looking at treadmills in various stores, the Evolve model is both attractive (the silver color is so much nicer than pure black for other treadmills)and size manageable. I only had to adjust the belt a bit and it has been working well. My wife and I began using it daily on January 2, 2010.
I will be contacting the company, though, regarding the pulse meter. It wavers all over the spectrum. Just one
eExample: while engaged in faster speed, the meter was reading lower and lower (67 bpm)- just not so! I expected that this item certainly would be accurate for the price being paid for the treadmill. And wonder if the company might bear some responsibility should a customer rely solely on this pulse meter. At least they could provide a “CAUTION: Pulse meter may not work properly.” But, then, they are damaging their own product quality.
Would I get this model again? Yes because it fits our needs, but less-than-enthusiastic yes because of the headaches of (1) shipping (2) discovered damage after the fact, and (3) poor quality of an item essential for proper use – pulse meter. (sorry I can’t publish pictures of the shipping carton in this review)
Feature
- Modern new design is compact, sleek and attractive; takes up little space while in use and folds down for easy storage
- 1.5 CHP drive motor; user capacity 250 lbs.; Speed range 1-6mph; Running area measures 17″ x 45″ and is spacious enough to accommodate most walking and jogging strides
- 2-watt audio speakers with input jack; thumb pulse heart-rate monitor
- 2 easy-to-use programs: Manual and Weight loss; 20×50mm LCD console display with orange backlight
- Warranty: 10 years frame, 5 years motor, 1 year parts & labor
Product Description
Here it is – the future of home treadmills! The Horizon Evolve SG Compact Folding Treadmill with Speakers is a sleek and modern design that looks great in the home. Arrives fully assembled in a carton – just unfold, plug in, and go! No assembly is required! The SG model offers the bonus feature of built-in audio speakers to connect with your own music source. When your workout is through, the Evolve SG’s innovative design folds down to 59″ by 10″ allowing for easy storage under a bed, behind furniture, or upright in a closet.
Horizon Evolve SG Compact Treadmill Specifications
Whether your goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fuller, healthier lifestyle, the Horizon Evolve SG Compact Treadmill can help you attain it with its unique blend of convenience, comfort, and control. Designed to get you up and running fast, the Evolve SG requires no assembly, weighs only 99 pounds and is built around a sturdy pair of wheels. This makes it exceptionally easy to set up right out of the box, or move to the most convenient spot in your home or office on the fly. Once your workout begins it’s just as easy to monitor, modify and maintain your workout schedule with its simple console controls, a thumb pulse heart rate monitoring system, two workout programs (manual and weight loss) and built in speakers that let you to add some tunes to your workout when you plug in your MP3 or CD player. And after you are done your Evolve SG folds down to a very manageable 10 x 59 inches, allowing you to store it out of the way in the upright position against a wall, or horizontally underneath a bed.
Although ultra-compact and easy to use, the Evolve SG doesn’t lag on performance. When unfolded, its 17″ x 45″ running surface easily accommodates most walking or jogging strides, while its built-in handles help you maintain balance throughout your workout. Its 1.5 CHP (continuous horsepower) motor provides smooth acceleration and deceleration of belt speeds, which range from 1 to 6 mph, and can be stopped at any second with the quick pull of the easily accessible console safety key.
Specifications::
- Ultra-compact design
- Folds to 10 inches high, stores vertically or horizontally
- No assembly required
- Motor: 1.5 CHP
- Running/Jogging Area: 17″ x 45″
- Weight: 99-lb
- Belt Speed: 1 to 6 mph
- Standard Programs: 2 (manual, weight loss)
- LCD Displays: time, speed, distance, calories
- Display Color: Black with orange backlight
- Maximum User Weight: 250-lb
- Reading Rack: Yes
- Audio In: MP3 and CD players (via included audio adapter)
- Speakers: Yes
- Heart Rate Monitoring: Yes (via thumb heart rate button)
Manufacturer’s Warranty
Frame – 10-years; motor – 5 years; electrical components, parts, and labor – 1 year
About Horizon Fitness
Horizon is part of Johnson Health Tech, one of the largest manufacturers of fitness equipment in the world. They are committed to designing, engineering, and manufacturing superior products for health clubs and homes. Horizon’s manufacturing facilities rank among the most sophisticated in the industry, with an intricate mix of robotics and skilled workers that maintain the highest standards of accuracy and quality. Every stage of manufacturing has a testing phase and 10 percent of Horizon’s products go through a rigorous quality inspection that includes completely taking them apart and reassembling them.
About Treadmills
Walking is still considered one of the most beneficial cardiovascular exercises for people of all ages, body types, and fitness levels. As a fundamental form of aerobic training, walking has numerous physical benefits for the heart, lungs, and circulatory system, while also increasing muscle tone and burning fat calories. Treadmills provide a convenient way to regularly exercise in all weather conditions in the comfort and safety of your own home.
From beginners just starting an exercise regimen to advanced athletes looking to maintain their fitness level, anyone interested in getting and staying in shape can benefit greatly from regular use of a treadmill. Treadmills allow you to determine the pace, distance, and complexity of the workout based on your needs, all while watching television, talking on the telephone, or reading a magazine. Much easier on sensitive joints like the knees and hips, treadmill walking and running surfaces are typically long, padded platforms that allow ample room for a long stride and comfortable, low-impact walk or jog without the harsh contact of a concrete surface.
While many different types, styles, and price ranges of treadmills exist, many of them offer unique features like a fold-up design for easy storage, an electronic display monitor showing speed, distance, workout time, incline level, and burned calories, and EKG grip pulses to monitor the heart rate while exercising. Regardless of the simple to complex features you may choose, treadmills offer an array of aerobic exercise opportunities that will provide long-lasting beneficial cardiovascular results without a commute to the gym or a jog in the rain.
Customer Reviews
Just Great : – Diane H. Carter –
This is perfect for people of all ages and sizes. It is easy to move around and you could not ask for an easier machine to use, plus does not take up allot of room. It is not too short and not too long. It is just right and I LOVE IT, and you will too. The price is perfect, just right. I would have paid double for this machice and it would have been worth it. Thank you Amazone for having just what I needed.
Customer Reviews
Gift Gone Good – B. Parsons –
This treadmill was a gift for our son. We hoped it would be taken in the right spirit. He had been rollerblading in South Florida and we didn’t like him so close to all the traffic. He loves it! He plays his music or rests his computer on the top and walks or jogs for an hour at a time. It came fully assembled and it’s compactness and ease of moving made it the perfect choice for his apartment and subsequent moves. He reports it is running like a champ and so is he.
*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Feb 01, 2010 10:14:06
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