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(More customer reviews)BUSY READER SUMMARY: I share this from eighteen years of NordicTrack use. If you are lucky enough to find one of these "legacy" Elites--buy it! An incredible blend of industrial technology and the beauty of fine solid hardwood. And, as a legacy NordicTrack, it is built in the grand tradition of the older NordicTracks, which far exceed the quality of the more recent production models. It is indeed, "The Best" ever made. The complete body workout is all one could desire in a tactile experience that is also health promoting. This is, simply, a classy example of a functional and motivational piece of industrial art, and, a sound investment all around.
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BACKGROUND: I upgraded from a 1991 NordicTrack Pro, a very fine machine itself, to a 1991 NordicTrack Elite. (Look for the date of manufacture sticker underneath the chasis of a NordicTrack.) I've used NordicTrack (NT) skiers for eighteen years regularly. This is my second legacy model and third overall.
THE LEGACY ELITE EXPERIENCE: The difference between the two legacy models is striking as one is inspired to begun one's workout by the shear beauty of the wood and smooth metal structure and trim (see pictures at this Amazon site). As one begins one's workout, the smooth sound of solid walnut wood skies rolling gently over well aligned wheels is a delight to the ears. In front of the user is a solid beam of oiled walnut leading to a workout computer. Then, continuing up the beam and at its end, is the oiled walnut-accented upper body workout tensioner control with a calibrated guage. As one glances down to the vertical support post to adjust the lower body tensioner, via a simple turn knob, one is greeted by the sight of more solid oiled walnut and finely detailed and accented skis moving between even more solid wood side rails and supports--all oiled walnut. The lower body tensioner setting is displayed incrementally via a gauge over the covered flywheel. The supple and contoured hip pad gives a sense of added stability as legs, body and arms benefit from using this product.
THE WORKOUT EXPERIENCE: This unit is also rock solid in its functionally. The vertical post is totally welded to the base for stability. An hour into my workout and the skis and upper body unit are working as they did at the start--no wiggles and shakes like my other NTs. I've made a few tweaks to settings as I work out and want to challenge myself, or, to reward myself with a small resistance break--but I'm in total control as the unit responds linearly to my changes in settings. It's as if I'm driving a fully "tricked out" luxury car. Incline setting, at the start of my workout, is a cinch with an elegantly designed and easy to use, lever-activated hydraulic system. My wife loves it as it makes it easy for her to use the unit--AND, for me to reestablish my preferences. No more lifting and leg pin-setting as is the case with the Pro model! Everything is simple to adjust with this legacy (pre 1998) Elite.
A POST-1998 Elite horror story is included in, "AS AN ASIDE," next.
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AS AN ASIDE, the legacy NordicTracks (pre-November 1998) are those of high quality, and parts are available from select sources. NordicTrack was purchased by CML in the early 1990s and went out of business in October 1998. Subsequently, I regrettably purchased a post-CML NT "Elite" (aerodynamically styled with thin veneer wood accents and a lot of plastic, AND looks and feels entirely different from the legacy Elite) which fell apart after a few years of disappointing performance and tangled cords. NordicDanny (NordicFitnessTrack) appears to focus on the legacy NT models. The legacy NTs of the original NordicTrack and CML days can last a lifetime. My "Pro" model only required some ski cleaning, side wax and a careful drop of oil in a limited number of places in all its years of use. Now, with quality spare parts available, legacy NTs just keep on going--and that's great to know. But I digress...
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LIKE ACQUIRING ART: Before purchasing this legacy Elite unit, I've never owned the very best of anything--I'm retired from the field of public education--but, my "day" has now come. I now own the best NordicTrack ever built--and it's built very very well and looks oh so good. Who would not want to keep up with their fitness program with this NT? Please see the customer image that I've posted here. I now include my NT on our home tour for new visitors. It truly defines, "industrial art." It IS a work of art, and, in a class of its own among the other fine legacy NTs
VALUE: Factoring inflation here and the fact that these legacy NT Elites can last a lifetime, we are getting a $3000+ value today. There is only a very limited supply of these in existence. Restoration and refurbishment are the only alternatives. I've also included a picture of the remarkable packaging by NordicFitnessTrack required to get this safely to me. This legacy Elite NT is destined to only increase in value. The shipping and handling fee was fully earned and justified.
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The absolute finest skier NordicTrack --- or anyone else for that matter --- ever made. Second to none. A bargain considering a cheaper - made in Taiwan skier at NordicTrack's web site & Sears still sells for $700-
As beauitful as it is practical. Cross Country Skiing is STILL the best overall workout for fun & fitness - and this NordicTrack skier brings it all home in style !
BETTER than a TREADMILL or ELLIPTICAL. Easy on the joints - not just a low impacy workout - this is a NO IMPACT workout. Smooth - quiet & peaceful. Extended range of motion not found on any other exercise machine. Teaches & trains coordination & balance.
Distinguishing Features:
Patented adjustable upper-body resistance indicator and a calibrated lower-body resistance indicator displays your resistance in pounds and kilograms.
Pneumatically-controlled elevation feature lets you 'ski uphill'
Workout computer displays exercise speed, distance, time, calories burned and pulse rate so it's easier to plan your workouts and chart your personal progress, all with the push of a button
Round-tipped skis and polished brass accents are finishing touches.
Rich, solid walnut / hand-rubbed Danish oil finish
Contoured ski hand grips make your workout comfortable.
Original Price: $1,500- plus shipping.
Completely Refurbished & Reconditioned Skiers
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