Smooth 9.45 ST Treadmill
Review

Smooth 9.45 ST Treadmill - Smoothfitness consistently rates high on every level with consumers that purchase their products, including: quality, service, durability, warranty issues, and value for money.

They have now produced quite a stir in the treadmill industry with the introduction of their Smooth 9.45 ST model which they confidently claim to be the best full-sized running treadmill on the market!

A key feature of the Smooth 9.45 ST is the new Hydra Suspension™ adjustable shock absorption system. Considered by some to be the best suspension system found on a treadmill this feature, allows you to adjust the softness of the running surface for each and every member of the family.

Another innovative design element of this family of treadmills is the patented Motion Control® hands-free speed adjustment technology that makes the 9.35HR a real pleasure to use.

There has been a lot of thought that has gone into the design of the Smooth 9.45 ST and it certainly seems as though no expense has been spared in selecting premium-grade components when manufacturing this state-of-the-art treadmill.

Couple this with 6 workout programs, 9 user profiles, wireless heart rate control and the amazing lifetime warranty on the frame and motor plus 5 years on all other parts and you have a very attractive package.

OK, now lets have a peek under the hood!



…wave goodbye to old style switches!

The Smooth 9.45 ST utilizes patented Motion Control®. This ingenious feature means that you are able to adjust the speed of the treadmill with a simple wave of your hand.

Speed up, slow down or stop the machine without ever touching the console again - a much more convenient and safer method of controlling the machine than the use of conventional switches.

… the power to drive you forward!

The Smooth 9.45 ST utilizes a powerful 3.0 HP Continuous Motor. This is a top-of-the-line motor which is underwritten by a lifetime warranty. More powerful than its predecessor and whisper quiet in operation it delivers maintenance-free service with a high horsepower output for runners or walkers.



… smooth operator!

Some treadmills can feel jerky in operation which people ascribe to the motor or motor controller electronics. But frequently this is due to the treadmill being fitted with an inadequate flywheel. The Smooth 9.45 ST, however, is fitted with a precision-balanced, perimeter-weighted flywheel which contributes to its smooth running.



… take the shock out of running!

Walking and running are the most natural and enjoyable forms of exercising you can engage in but the continual pounding can take a toll on your joints. Running on some treadmills can feel like running on concrete, but this is definately NOT the case with the advanced shock absorption system fitted to the Smooth 9.45 ST.

The Hydra Suspension™ system, which is available only on Smooth treadmills allows you to custom adjust the shock absorption to 12 different levels, accommodating any style of running. If you are a serious runner this is a "must have" feature.



… more room to run!

The Smooth 9.45 ST incorporates a 20" wide running belt. In fact this is the same size belt as Smooth's most expensive treadmill. Other treadmills in this price range usually have narrower belts.

At 60 in it is also a long belt, addding a further 5 in to the length of the belt of the sister model the 9.45 HR. You will certainly appreciate the advantages of this larger running space when you come to use the treadmill.



... hit the deck running!

An often underestimated component of an exercise treadmill is the deck. The design and quality of material the deck is made from can radically alter the performance of the treadmill. The deck fitted to the Smooth 9.45 ST is triple-laminated with a phenolic resin, reversible deck that should last a lifetime.


… let your heart take control!

Wireless heart rate control – the Smooth 9.45 ST comes as standard with a Polar® wireless transmitter and built-in receiver which will control the function of the treadmill based on your target heart rate setting.



… programmed for success!

The key to staying motivated when using a treadmill and achieving your fitness goals is having a variety of preset programs, The Smooth 9.45 ST gives you six challenging Preset Programs combined with 9 different user profiles. The programs are grouped into:

Quick Start / Manual Program

Killer Hills Program

Weight Loss Program

Self-Learning / Competition Program

Heart Rate Control Program

… what if it breaks?

The Smooth 9.45 ST treadmill is backed by an amazing lifetime warranty on the frame and motor. What's more, you also get a 5-year warranty on all other parts and 1 year labor.




Features:

Motion Control® hands-free speed control system

Hydra-Suspension™ system features adjustable cushioning

Patented Swing-Arm cushioning

Commercial Grade 1" Thick Triple-Laminated Phenolic Deck

2 Ply 100% Polyester Whisper Weave low friction belt

PWM Circuit Board (Pulse Width Modulation)

1000 thrust Worm-Gear Elevation Motor

6 Preset Programs

9 Different User Profiles

Quick Start / Manual Program

FREE Wireless Heart-Rate Control with Belt & Transmitter




Specifications:

Motor: 3.0 HP Continuous Duty

Frame: Uni Weld Steel Construction

Speed: 0.5 - 10 mph

Incline: 15 levels

Belt size: 20" x 60"

User Weight: 400 lb

Folding: No

Warranty: Frame Lifetime, Motor Lifetime, Parts 5 yrs, Labor 1 yr

Returns policy: 30-day money back guarantee




Conclusion:  

Fitted with arguably the best suspension system found on a treadmill the Smooth 9.45 ST and the other treadmills in the 9 series take treadmill technology to new heights. Innovative features such as the Motion Control® hands-free speed adjustment also add to the enjoyment of using this treadmill.

Smooth treadmills have an enviable reputation for quality, reliability, and value. With the 9.45 ST Smooth fitness makes good on their promise of producing a health club quality treadmill for home use.

The principle difference between this model and the cheaper sister model to this one (the 9.45 HR) is the larger running surface, with the 9.45 ST having a 60 in belt compared with the 55 in belt on the cheaper unit.

The impressive lifetime warranty on the frame and motor, 5 years on all parts, and 1 year of labor are hard to beat.

- HIGHLY RECOMMENDED



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$2499 - Smooth 9.45 ST Treadmill

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