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(More customer reviews)I purchased this elliptical trainer after considerable research and deliberation. I've owned one prior elliptical, a Weslo model that I very quickly outgrew due to it's limited range of resistance. That is the specific reason I decided to spend about twice what I'd planned - so that I had a product that would provide a wider array of challenges over time. With 20 levels of resistance, a motorized incline of up to 16%, and the versatility of both forward and reverse motion this was the ideal choice. The shipping box is large and heavy and definitely a 2-person lift unless you have a heavy duty dolly.
Assembly was very easy and quite well organized: all of the necessary tools were provided and of high quality, and with the exception of the cheesy wrench, are now permanent additions to my tool pouch. A ratchet wrench set will prove far more useful in the assembly of this, or any other, exercise machine. The hardware provided was simply outstanding; no having to sort through myriad nuts, bolts, washers, or lockwashers. The hardware for each stage of assembly came in individually marked packages, so it was a breeze moving from one step to another. All the screws or bolts were already pre-treated with a lock-tight compound, which will prevent the need for frequent tightening or tune-ups. Even though all of the moving or pivot parts were pre-greased I used, and recommend a white lithium based grease for application to all of the moving parts. This will help in two ways: it makes the operation of the elliptical much smoother and quieter. I applied the lithium grease right over the factory applied grease - no harm, no foul.
The operation of the machine is outstanding, although it lacks the graphical displays common to most ellipticals in this price range. That's okay, I try not to look at the console anyway, it can be distracting or even harmful to one's motivation to see how much longer to go in the workout. The built-in fan has 3 levels and is adequate to the task, considering it's very small size. I usually set up a fan and a small tv to provide cooling and distraction during my workouts.
The operation of the elliptical itself is outstanding: smooth, quiet, and comfortable. The Horizon 6-Star Certification is certainly valid, it is a very ergonomically comfortable piece of equipment. I'm a disabled veteran with significant lower back and arthritis conditions, but this machine doesn't hurt me one bit. Although I'm still in the conditioning phase of my exercise program I am already feeling the benefits of this near gym quality machine. I will provide an update to this review in the future. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with this product regarding both assembly and operation.
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Bring the gym into your home and enjoy an efficient, high-caliber workout with the Horizon EX-78 elliptical trainer, which works your legs as well as your upper body. All Horizon elliptical trainers now feature SixStar Certification--a unique combination of the six key elements needed to deliver the smoothest, most natural elliptical feel available. Perfect for rigorous training routines, the EX-78 offers a 20-level electronic resistance system, along with a heavy 17.6-pound flywheel that maintains pedal and arm momentum while offering a smooth, quiet operation.
For a challenging workout, the EX-78 features 11 programming options that include three targets (time, distance, calories), three workouts (rolling, mountain, reverse train), 1-30-day goal tracking, and two custom programs. Other features include a 20-inch stride length with FLATellipse foot path, 11-inch SUREstep step-on height for easy access, oversized footpad with rubberized traction, Sonic Surround speakers with MP3 compatibility, COOLfit workout fan, and pulse grip heart rate monitoring.
Features and Specifications:
Resistance Range: 1-20, electronic
Flywheel: 17.6 pounds
Elevation Range: 0 - 100% @ 5% intervals (true range: 16 degrees)
Stride Length: 20-inch FLATellipse foot path
Pivoting Foot Plate: Yes
Footpad: Oversized footpad with traction edges
User Feedback: 2 orange LED windows and an 8-digit alphanumeric window
User Programs: 11 program options with on-the-fly changes plus Advanced Goal Center with 3 targets (Time, Distance, Calorie) and 4 workouts (Hills, Weight Loss, Reverse Train, Custom), 1-31 day goal training
Speakers: Yes, Sonic Surround speakers with MP3 compatibility
Fan: Yes, COOLfit fitness fan
Contact (Hand Grip): Yes
User Capacity: 300 pounds
Assembled dimesions: 75 inches long by 22 inches wide by 65 inches tall
Boxed dimensions: 50 inches long by 30 inches wide by 21 inches tall
Manufacturer's Warranty Frame and brake--lifetime, elevation motor--1 year, parts--2 years, labor--1 year
About Horizon Fitness Horizon is part of Johnson Health Tech, one of the largest manufacturers of fitness equipment in the world. They are committed to designing, engineering, and manufacturing superior products for health clubs and homes. Horizon's manufacturing facilities rank among the most sophisticated in the industry, with an intricate mix of robotics and skilled workers that maintain the highest standards of accuracy and quality. Every stage of manufacturing has a testing phase and 10 percent of Horizon's products go through a rigorous quality inspection that includes completely taking them apart and reassembling them.
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