Boston Marathon Treadmill 2.0 Review

The makers of this model partnered with the elite Boston Athletic Association in order to create this highly innovative, sleek, NON-Folding treadmill for serious runners.

The Boston Marathon treadmill 2.0 features an open running platform which by virtue of some unique design elements has made it possible to do away with the traditional motor casing and the support arms that many serious runners feel to be constraining.

It has a 20″ x 62″ tread belt which is driven by a huge 3.0 CHP Commercial Plus motor that propels the running surface at speeds of up to 12 MPH. The running deck has the ability to incline up to 20% of grade and to decline to – 6 % of grade.

This model utilizes iFIT technology. This innovative feature utilizes internet connectivity in order to allow you to experience trails all over the world and watch your progress on the display map. The iFIT technology automatically adjusts your incline to simulate the physical topography of the terrain.

A 7″ Full Color Touch-Screen Display with an internet browser powered by Android technology allows you to get online while you work out. By connecting to your home’s wireless network you can check the news, read email, watch sports highlights, or get on Facebook.
Here are the main features:

… marathon training

This model has inbuilt marathon training programs. Designed in order to make you fully prepared for your next race the programs become gradually harder as you progress.

The training program includes the ability to track areas essential to success such as nutrition and you can even use Facebook in order to keep your friends updated on your progress.

… drive motor

Driving this machine is a an extremely powerful 3.0 CHP Mach Z Commercial Plus motor that is able to propel the running surface at speeds of up to 12 MPH.

This motor is made using high-grade wiring and insulation materials. High quality bearings and brushes are used in the construction of the motor and it’s dynamically balanced and thoroughly tested for optimum performance in order to minimize vibration and noise.

All of these design elements contribute to making the treadmill’s drive motor smooth, quiet and powerful. The maker’s confidence in the design and quality of this motor is demonstrated by their Lifetime Warranty cover on the unit.

… HD training videos

This unique equipment includes Boston High Definition Video Workouts that simulate race conditions on the 7″ full color display screen. An added dimension of realism is added to this race simulation with the integration of the automatic incline and decline. The running deck changes its angle in accordance with the actual topography of the course in order to simulate true life running conditions.

… iFIT capability

This model is iFIT capable. In essence this is a wireless connection between the Internet and the treadmill. The iFIT feature allows you to experience trails all over the globe just as if you were actually running outside.

iFIT enables you to customize your own fitness program, receive automatic workout downloads, manage your profile online and work out with Jillian Michaels. You can even add the thrill of competition to your workout with 5k races against your Facebook friends.

Other features include a nutrition and activity tracker, motivating text messages and emails, and workout videos that are available for download. It should be noted that this feature requires that the user has a home wireless internet connection.

… color display / web browser

Employing the latest in interactive technology this treadmill utilizes a 7″ Full Color Touch-Screen Display with a Web Browser Powered by Android technology.

You can increase your enjoyment and productivity of your workout by getting online while on your treadmill. By connecting to your home’s wireless network you are able to check the news, read email, watch sports highlights, or get on Facebook via the 7″ touch-screen display.

… cadence training

The treadmill has sensors that are able to detect the user’s stride and monitor each separate foot fall. The cadence training feature when enabled sounds an audible tone much like a metronome to assist with fine-tuning your pace. It can be used for a brief period or for the whole duration of your run.

The sensors in the running surface also keeps count of each step where they are displayed on the touch screen in a steps per minute format.

… finger swipe controls

Fine control of both the speed and incline can be made using the proprietary “Quick Speed” controls. Using the console mounted touch screen the user is able to make adjustment to both speed and incline merely by swiping their finger across the screen.

Speed can be adjusted within the range 1 to 12 MPH and the deck incline between the values of – 6 % to 20% of grade.

… incline AND decline

In addition to the 20% of positive inclination that can be adjusted by the simple “Quick Incline” system the deck is also able to decline to – 6%. This feature is usually only found on more expensive models and has the benefit of activating different muscles by walking at a decline. This is claimed to burn more calories than walking on a flat surface and stimulate more muscle for faster results.

… iPOD/ MP3 connection

The treadmill features a universal iPOD port. Connecting either an iPOD or any other MP3 player allows you to enjoy your favorite music or an audio book through the built-in Intermix Acoustics 3.0 EQ sound system. The system delivers improved clarity while reproducing a wide range of audio frequencies. Simply plug in, press play and listen to your favorite sounds while you exercise.

… warranty details

The Boston Marathon Treadmill 2.0 is underwritten by a lLifetime frame warranty, a lifetime motor warranty, lifetime deck warranty plus a 5-year parts (including electronics) and 2-years labor warranty.

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