Easy assembly and works great.
First of all, after extensive research on best treadmills in the internet, many YouTube reviews and assembly videos, taking a close look at the Amazon reviews and looking at the lowest price in CamelCamelCamel, I thought this was the best model for my needs.
This treadmill is actually for snowy and raining days, my wife and I prefer running and walking outside but we live in central New York State with a wicked winter. Based on that I selected a model at a more reasonable price tag, plus I waited for the Black Friday deals which worked perfectly. The treadmill will be used by myself and my wife only, we are in our mid-sixties. I run a 5K every morning and after I walk with my wife 4 miles daily. We are in great physical shape but we are not top athletes.
Ordering: Be wise and get “Room of Choice Delivery” for $20. It is a very heavy box and my treadmill was going to the third floor. Best spent $20.
Assembly: I watched a few YouTube videos, they were very helpful. The assembly movie in Amazon is not for this model. There is also a very useful App recommended by NordicTrack, BILT, it is free and very convenient, get it. The instructions that came with the treadmill were good too. I had the help of my wife, took my time, and after one hour it was all assembled. It went flawless. Nothing came broken and no damage during the installation. I have to say that everything inside the shipping box was well protected during the shipping.
Start-Up:
First of all, I do not care for using iFIT, I don’t need a coach to energize me, we are always all pump-up about exercising. I use my tablet/Ipad with YouTube, I look for scenic hike like in the Alp’s or the Rockies and that works perfectly for me. My wife watches her own videos or make calls. I don’t think it is necessary to pay for the app. The reviews make it clear that iFIT customer service is very poor and will not help bypassing the app. Maybe if the only charge $5 a month, then maybe you can try it. It is a personal decision.
So, I turned it on and press the iFIT button for 15 seconds to defeat the iFIT app. It energized and ready for use.
Ready for a test, I raised the incline and it worked, I brought the speed slowly and everything sounded good and worked.
Use:
So, it snowed in New York and we fully tested the treadmill. I started walking and changed the inclined and accelerated manually. I had my tablet on top of the panel, I could still change speed and incline. As long as the running speed is less than 6 mph the table was stable, once you go up it will rattle a little bit. I had the tablet connected to the speakers; they are no Bose speakers but sounded a lot better than the tablet speaker. The screen gives you enough information and I can see the information without my glasses. I use an Apple watch which is more accurate so I don’t go by the panel on calories or pulse. I tested the various preprogram workouts and they work fine. The motor is not loud even if it is an under $700 treadmill. I ran up to 7 mph and everything was good. I don’t need to go up to 10 mph so I have enough room for running. Ran for one hour and was happy with the machine, had a great workout.
It was the first time for my wife to use the treadmill, I explained everything, it was easy, she did her walk changing manually the speed and the incline. She loved the treadmill; I think she will be the may user. Everything works great and it looks good.
Stowing: Easy to lift to the stow position and easy to move around. Mine is stationary at a window so I can look out.
I will update the review later, it does look very solid, let’s see how long it last.
I highly recommend this treadmill for home use, specially if you don’t need a fancy big screen and it is mostly for the days you can’t run/walk outside. Great for just a couple of people with a few hours of usage a day.
| Brand | NordicTrack |
|---|---|
| Color | Black, Gray |
| Product Grade | Performance |
| Product Dimensions | 73.5"D x 36"W x 54"H |
| Item Weight | 203 Pounds |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Maximum Speed | 10 Miles per Hour |
| Special Feature | Auto Incline |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Running |
| Target Audience | Adult |
| Maximum Horsepower | 3 Horsepower |
| Maximum Incline Percentage | 10 |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Number of Programs | 1 |
| Included Components | Treadmill |
| Metrics Measured | Speed, Heart Rate |
| Product Benefits | SMART-Response Motor •Powered by a SMART-Response motor, the T 6.5 S treadmill is capable of providing an efficient cardio workout in the comfort of your own home, 0-10 MPH Digital QuickSpeed Controls •Allow iFIT Trainers to auto-adjust your speed to match their workout recommendations or take control yourself with embedded one-touch controls, 0-10% Digital Quick Incline Controls •Enjoy the benefits of incline training from the comfort of home. iFIT Trainers will auto-adjust your incline to follow global terrain, or you can self-adjust with convenient console controls, 20”x55” Tread Belt •This tread belt provides enough space for a great workout while also being conscious of the space in your home, 30-Day iFIT Family Membership Included •Stream on-demand workouts on your equipment with Global Workouts & Studio Classes; Add up to 5 users; Elite trainers adjust your equipment ($39 value) |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 300 Pounds |
| Deck Length | 55 Inches |
| Deck Width | 20 Inches |
| Frame Material | Alloy Steel |
| Speed Rating | 10 miles_per_hour |
| Screen Size | 5 Inches |
| Input Power | 400 Watts |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 78.74 x 33.46 x 11.81 inches |
| Package Weight | 93.44 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 73.5 x 36 x 54 inches |
| Brand Name | NordicTrack |
| Warranty Description | 10-Year Frame Warranty, 2-Year Parts Warranty, 1-Year Labor Warranty |
| Model Name | NTL17915 |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | iFIT Health & Fitness |
| Part Number | NTL17915 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| Style | T Series 6.5S |
| Size | Large |
