Spirit Z88 Treadmill
Review

Spirit Z88 Treadmill - this is a space saver (folding) treadmill that has a 20 " x 55" running surface that is driven by a 2.5 HP continuous duty motor capable of driving the belt at speeds of up to 10 mph and inclines of up to 15 deg. of grade.

The Spirit Z88 has six pre-programmed workouts and two user defined programs. The user defined programs allow the user to customize elements of the program to their liking and then store the program so that it may be used on subsequent occassions.

The console has a blue back lit LCD display that tracks all relevant workout data and a message window that provides motivational feedback. The Z88 also features a ¼ mile track to assist in motivation and progress through the workout.

There are ten "quickspeed" buttons on the console that enable the user to jump to one of a number of set speeds instead of adjusting the speed incremently. There are another set of buttons on the console that perform a similar function for the incline settings.

The side handles also have ergonomically positioned buttons that allow the speed and incline to be adjusted without having to lean forward to press the buttons on the console.

The Spirit Z8 is equipped with a heart rate monitoring function which is initiated by placing your hands on the sensors mounted in the handlebars that extend from the console. Aditionally there is a chest belt supplied so that your heart rate can be monitored by telemetry.

The Z8's console also has twin workout cooling fans to help the user keep cool during their workout session. The folding deck is equipped with four transport wheels so that the treadmill can be moved to a storage location after use if required.

Features:

Large and comfortable running area

Cushion flex shock absorption system

Fold-up design

Hand Grip Heart Rate

Telemetric Heart Rate belt

Blue back lit LCD display  

Motivational feedback message window

Simulated 1/4 mile track

6 Standard programs

2 User defined programs

10 Quickspeed & Elevation buttons

2 Convenient “One Touch” program keys

Built in cooling fans

Speed and Elevation controls on the handles





Specifications:    

Motor: 2.5 HP

Speed: 0.5-10 MPH

Incline: 0-15 %  

Belt size: 20” x 55”

Folding: YES

Heart Rate Monitor : YES  

Roller size: 2.5"  

User weight: 325 lbs

Warranty: Frame Lifetime, Motor 30 yrs , Parts 3 yrs, Labor 1 yr

Summary:

The Spirit Z8 is a space saver (folding) treadmill which means that it can be folded into a near upright position after use so that it then occupies less floor space. With a 20 " x 55" treadbelt powered by a 2.5 HP continuous duty motor it can sustain speeds of up to 10 mph and has an incline that is adjustable within the range of 0 - 15 deg.

There are six inbuilt preset workouts and two user defined workouts that may be customized by the user to his or her liking and then stored for use on subsequent occasions. Ten "Quickspeed" buttons on the console allow the user to "jump" to a specific speed or incline setting without having to make incremental adjustments.

The console has a blue back lite display and in addition to the usual workout data thare is a ¼ mile track to assist in motivation. Heart rate monitoring is taken care off by twin sensors on the handgrips but additionally there is a chest strap supplied to enable wireless telemetry of the users heart rate.

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