4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
By smsjr
Did a bunch of research and went with this Sole 77 2013 model. 4.0HP motor should be a big benefit over previous model and other treadmills for this price. Mainly wanted to offer experience with delivery and installation. I might've opted for the 85 which I think just adds folding capability for an extra $100, but it wasn't available on Amazon and I wanted to take advantage of 12 months no interest on Amazon store card. It is pretty heavy so I don't think folding it would be very fun, but if you need the space...
Delivery - Pilot Freight was the carrier and I was able to pick a date with a 3 hour window during checkout. I kept thinking I needed to call someone to verify but it clearly says no need to call and appointment was confirmed so I didn't call. I set up Amazon to send texts and got a few confirmations which was good. The delivery guy might've been 30 minutes late, but carrier office gave me a heads up - no problem. I asked what the policy was as far as getting it in the house and he told me that the goal is to get it in the house. I have a walkout basement and he willingly helped me get it in there. We have a small hill on each side of the house and he hand trucked it over to the top of the hill and we let it slide down the hill in the box which was better than trying to contain the hand truck with that thing on wheels. The friction on the hill helped it slide down slowly. There was a slight incline up to the sliding glass door but we got it up close enough on the hand truck and then just laid it on its side to get in the door - slid it in and over to a spot close enough to where it was going to live. Took maybe 6-7 minutes and the delivery guy was friendly and not put out at all.
Installation - I was in a hurry and advise against that... I certainly agree that two people would be best but it is doable by yourself. Hardest part was getting the base out of the box and over to where I wanted it. There is lots of styrofoam protecting the treadmill which is good but makes it tough to slide it out of the box. You could put the box in the spot you want it and take the packaging out around it, but the styrofoam pieces will be everywhere. They were anyway... I took all of the console and railing parts out of the box and tried to remove as much styrofoam as possible. I opened up one end of the bottom part of the box to slide the base out. It was challenging but just requires patience figuring out what part of the packaging you need to get out of the way - try to get all of it out first so you are only left with the base. One the base is in place, the rest is fairly easy but again take it slow and make sure you have the right pieces in place before tightening the rails. Some of the pieces come snapped together but you only slide the half you need on the side rails before bolting on. I mixed these up, then switched them, but forgot to slide a piece on after and had to take the bolts off again. I also forgot to put the curved brackets on that help support the bottom of the rails. This always happens to me... can I get a witness?!? I got pretty good at it though - takes some skill to hold the rail in place to get the bolts started so another person would help. BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH ANY OF THE WIRES THAT YOU CONNECT BETWEEN THE PLASTIC RAIL CORNER COVERS AND THE BOLTS. It would be very easy to damage a wire. Lay out your bolts with washers and always have them reachable - especially for the console balancing act (if doing this solo). The console will actually sit in place without bolts, but I wouldn't risk it - well I did risk it and ran back to get a bolt - but I wouldn't do it again. It is tricky to snap together the two wires while you hold the console in place and then bolt it on. It will stay in place if you position it a certain way, but I would try and put one bolt in to hold it before letting go. Again, most of these hassles are non-existent with two people. There really are not that many parts and it would go quick if you don't put the parts on the wrong sides and have to unbolt and bolt a few times like I did! Once you get the base in place, I think two people could install it in about 15-20 minutes depending on how installation instructionally challenged they are. It took me an hour. I think there is a video on youtube or Sole's site that I watched, but I'm not sure if it was the exact model. I should've watched the video again right before I installed.
My wife has only used once and liked it - we just got it setup. Note: Sole includes a card that explains you will hear a "thump" at first because the base is stored with the belt on so it has the indentation from sitting. That is supposed to go away after some use. I've seen some reviews that complain about that and people get frustrated trying to fix it thinking something is hitting somewhere.
Wasn't really sure how to rate it yet since it is new so rated a 4. It seems like tremendous value for the price, but It's hard to like or love delivery and installation...
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
By David Guo
pros--wider belt, two inches more makes a difference. bigger motor than older model,which means faster changes in speed than before. big clear display, plenty of room for water bottles and junk. push button controls for various inclines and speeds, plus buttons on rails.
cons--don't even think about putting this monster together unless you are a big boy with a big friend. two truckers were huffing and puffing to get this into my mancave and weren't much happier about putting it together. the white glove is worth it. the speed buttons aren't 3-4-5-6-7-etc. in even increments, i.e. jumps from 6 mph to 9mph.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
By Imad Aldroubi
Saw the review on consumer report and ordered from Amazon. The instructions can be a little better and it did patient to put together. So far, we are happy with this treadmill.
Product Feature
- With power and features of a club quality treadmill at a more affordable price point, S77 boasts 3.5 continuous duty horsepower motor, largest deck SOLE offers, and 22-inch wide running surface
- 0.5 speed start, textured belt and 10-amp circuit breaker, and treadmill console is user friendly, with vibrant LED display that includes message board for clear instruction and feedback
- Information displayed at all times includes Speed, Incline, Time, Distance Traveled, Calories, Pulse and Pace; 1/4 mile track feature and Peak and Valley graph for different programs
- Measures 30 by 48 by 80 inches (W x H x D); deck measures 30 by 80 inches (W x D); running surface measures 22 by 60 inches (W x D); 265-pound weight and 400-pound weight limit; 2.75-inch rollers
- Includes the following manufacturer's warranties against defects in materials and workmanship: lifetime on frame, motor, and deck; five years on electronics; and two years on labor
Product Description
No need to join a club, the S77 treadmill gives everything you need in the comfort of your own home. The S77 features a 4.0 Cont. Duty HP motor and also incorporates the largest deck SOLE offers, an exceptional 22" wide running surface that is great for any runner. with the heart rate programs, the treadmill automatically makes adjustments to the incline to keep you in your target heart-rate zone. The included wireless chest strap touts a 99.9-Percent accuracy rating. The treadmill motor carries a full 30-year warranty, with a lifetime warranty on the deck and frame. Safety features include a 0.5 start speed, large stop switch, textured belt and 10-amp circuit breaker. The console displays the ten available programs and has built in speakers which allow you to hook up any MP3 player, iPod, etc. Additional features include speed and incline controls on the handlebars and built in cooling fans for maximum comfort.
Product Detail
- Amazon Sales Rank: #66421 in Sports & Outdoors
- Size: 35 x 80-Inch
- Brand: SOLE
- Model: S77-2013
- Released on: 2012-08-21
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