Sole S77 Treadmill (2009-2010 Model, DISCONTINUED)

by Sole

Product Features

• Features a 3.5 horsepower motor and Cushion Flex deck with a 20- by 60-inch running surface
• Includes grip pulse monitoring and a heart rate chest strap
• Six standard programs, two user-defined programs, and two heart rate programs; speed range is 0.1-12 miles per hour
• Six-window LED display tracks your speed, incline, time, distance traveled, calories, pulse, and pace
• 400-pound maximum weight capacity; measures 33 by 75 by 58 inches (W x L x H) when assembled

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Offering the power of a club-quality treadmill in the comfort of your own home, the Sole S77 is a must for serious workout enthusiasts. The S77, updated with enhanced features for 2009, 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 vibrant 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 that corresponds to individual program.

The S77 is outfitted with a host of additional user-friendly features, including six auto workout programs, two custom programs, and two heart-rate control programs for cardio or weight loss. When in heart-training mode, the treadmill automatically makes adjustments to the incline to keep you in your target heart-rate zone (the treadmill comes with a wireless chest strap with a 99.9 percent accuracy rating). And users with creaky joints will love the Cushion Flex treadmill deck, which is built to protect your knees from excessive pounding, with the ability to reduce impact up to 40 percent compared to running on asphalt. Other details include an extra-large 20-by-60-inch running surface; armrest speed and incline controls; armrest cooling fans; and a double-woven two-ply running belt. The S77, which offers a user capacity of 400 pounds, carries the following warranties: lifetime on the motor, deck, and frame; five years on the electronics, belt, and rollers; and two years on the labor.

Specifications:

The S77's tri-color display will track your speed, incline, time, distance traveled, calories, pulse, and pace.

• Assembled Dimensions: 30 by 80 by 58 inches (W x L x H)
• Motor: 3.5 HP continuous duty, DC type, ultra high torque
• Speed: 0.5 to 12 mph
• Incline: 15% maximum, rack and pinion gear design
• Treadmill Weight: 280 pounds
• Deck Size: 30 x 80, Cushion Flex Shock Absorption Whisper Deck
• Maximum User Weight: 400 pounds
• Running Surface: 20 by 60 inches
• Belt: Double woven, 2-ply
• Rollers: 2-3/4 inches
• Folding: No
• Heart Rate Control: Yes, wireless chest strap included
• Hand Pulse Grips: Yes, and arm rest speed/incline controls
• Display Color: Tri Color (red, green, gold)
• Message Window: Yes, scrolling information
• Six Standard Programs
• Two User-Defined Programs
• Two Heart Rate Programs
• Cooling Fans: Yes
• Speakers and MP3 Plug-in: Yes

Manufacturer's Warranty
Motor - lifetime, deck - lifetime, frame - lifetime, electronics and wear items - 5 years, labor - 2 years

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.

About Sole
Sole brings over twenty years of treadmill and fitness product design and manufacturing to the table in their line of innovative equipment designed for fitness-conscious people. The company's treadmill line is simple in design, with an emphasis on quality and warranty all at a great price. Sole's easy-to-use treadmills offer a great value and feature a convenient, space-saving portable design. The treadmills have a very stable base with four wheels for ease of movement, folding decks to conserve space, and a 30-year motor and lifetime deck and frame warranty. Sole is always looking for ways to make their equipment better, more efficient, with higher quality at a great price.

Product Description

The Sole S77 treadmill has a user-friendly console with a 6-window LED display that includes a message board for clear instruction and feedback. The information displayed at all times includes speed, incline, time, distance traveled, calories, pulse and pace. There is also a 1/4-mile track feature and a convenient speed/elevation adjustment in the handles.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 79 x 34.5 x 17 inches ; 246 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 246 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B001G60YIK
• Item model number: S77-09
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #174,505 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great treadmill, loving it!, April 22, 2009

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Matthew Corn "YARRR" (Boise, ID) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sole S77 Treadmill (2009-2010 Model, DISCONTINUED) (Sports)

I got my S77 about 2 months ago, and have used it constantly. It is quiet at anything under 10mph, changes speed and incline fairly quickly, and has quite a long running surface. I am 6'2" and 250lbs, and it has no problem handling me.

There are a few things to keep in mind when looking at the S77, though.

1. The fans blow, and I don't mean air. If you must have airflow, set a fan next to the treadmill and point it at yourself.

2. The speakers are not audiophile quality. They do, however, play music from an ipod, etc. just fine, and plenty loud. You are 15" away from them, it doesn't take much.

3. Hill mode is different than what I expected. It is not a bad thing, just different. On most gym treadmills, i.e. Star Trac, etc. you set a speed, and Hill mode adjusts the incline only. On the S77, you set the MAX speed, and the speed and incline are adjusted together, not always linearly. I ended up liking it better, actually.

As far as emulating normal Hill mode, it is quite easy. Set the program to Manual, choose your speed. Then, use the GIANT incline buttons to select your incline manually, changing it every so often. I am a clock watcher, so regular increments come easy for me, and I don't mind doing this myself.



TLDR - Great treadmill. Awesome treadmill. Consider it fanless, though.

OH YEAH! Yes, the assembly was quite easy. However, have a friend available to help you lug this around. Everything is light, except for the motor/running surface, where 95% of the weight resides.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good, solid home treadmill, May 9, 2009

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JazzAddict "Ray" (North San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sole S77 Treadmill (2009-2010 Model, DISCONTINUED) (Sports)

Overall, this is a great product.

I'm glad I went with one of their larger models. The shorter running deck would have been a disappointment.

They deliver these things through one of those trucking services that just drop the box at the front door, and then you sign for it. (I was fortunate that the delivery guy helped me get it inside, but they are not required to do that. This is important because the box is HEAVY... no way one person could move it inside.)

Set up was very easy... someone has really thought this out.

The build quality for a home system, at this price, is very good. Don't expect a trend mill that you saw at the Four Seasons or the Ritz Carlton.

The speakers are pretty lame, but do the job for Podcasts, and Audiobooks. Music doesn't sound so good, but again, it's tolerable.

After much research, and for the price, I'm glad I ended up with the Sole S77.

Btw, I opted for this vs. a folding treadmill. After all, there's not much need for a folding treadmill. It's not like your space looks BETTER when you fold it up. And if you need to vacuum under it, it's easy to move.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Performer, December 26, 2009

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Don S (Atlanta) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Sole S77 Treadmill (2009-2010 Model, DISCONTINUED) (Sports)

I reviewed several treadmills in the $1500 - $3000 range and felt the Sole S77 at $1899 was the best solution for my needs. I weigh 190 pounds and run 5 to 7 miles five times per week on this treadmill. My wife and daughter also use the treadmill for walking and occassional runs.

We've only had the treadmill for 4 months but already have 800 miles logged on it. I have no complaints and think it's a solid performer... very sturdy deck, smooth tread, easy to use panel.

Two 'negative' comments about the S77... 1) as many already pointed out, the Sole treadmills are heavy and require two people. The driver brought it into my garage and from there (with my wife's help) I used my handtruck to move it into the basement where I have our exercise rooom. 2) The 'cooling' fans are useless. But I didn't buy it for the fans, so I don't care. The exercise room I finished already has ceiling fans, along with a floor standing model. So we have plenty of air flow.

The treadmill is right next to our Sole elliptical which we've had for 2 1/2 years (primarily used by my wife and daughter). This was another reason why I bought the treadmill from Sole because the elliptical is built the same way. Great machines that I know will last my family for many years.