NordicTrack Apex 8500 Treadmill review

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The Nordic Track Apex 8500 treadmill comes with one of the best cushioning system on the market. The Reflex Deck system is an arch shape wooden deck that will return part of the energy absorbed and will “push” the runner forward.

The NordicTrack Apex 8500 Treadmill is an ideal treadmill for people that want a low impact machine and being entertained while they are doing various workouts.

The Apex 8500 comes also with a powerful motor and spacious belt that can accommodate taller persons. Also NordicTrack installed a lot of training program and let’s don’t forget the TV screen, mp3 dock and the very good sound system.


nordictrack apex 8500 treadmill review

NordicTrack Apex 8500 Treadmill Specifications

1. Speed: 0-12mph
The NordicTrack Apex 8500 Treadmill comes with the 1-Touch system installed (for faster speed change) and had a maximum speed of 12 mph.

2. Inclination: 0-12%
The Apex 8500 Treadmill comes with the 1-Touch system that allows you to change the incline of the systems with a single touch of the button. The inclination range is between 0 and 12 degrees. (0-12%)

3. Motor
The NordicTrack Apex 8500 Treadmill comes with one of the most powerfull motor in his class.A commercial DurX 3.5 CHP powers this treadmill and ensure a longer exercise time because of the internal fan system.

4. The Belt
This treadmill has a 20″ x 60″ belt which also comes with a very advanced Reflex Deck™ Cushioning system for maximum protection and comfort.

5. Warranty
The Apex 8500 treadmill offers a life warranty for the motor and parts plus in–home labor for one year.

NordicTrack Apex 8500 Treadmill Special features

22 Built-In Workouts
The treadmill has 14 workouts that focus on performance, aerobic and weight- loss performance, plus four hear rate workouts.Alos this treadmill has four create and save workouts.

Intermix Acoustics Sound System
This is an advanced sound system that is integreated in treadmill console and gives you a high end sound.

7″ Flat Screen TV with Multi-Colored Displays
A 7 inch TV with on screen display. You will have the possibility to watch your favorite TV shows while doing the daily workouts. When the TV is not on you will see the training information like speed, miles or burned calories.

ClearView Backlit Display
The Clear view display system has an extra viewing angle. It doesn’t matter how tall or how short you are: you will have the perfect visibility.

The NordicTrack Apex 8500 Treadmill can keep a maximum user weight of 350lbs

The NordicTrack Apex 8500 Treadmill has also the following systems: Club-Design CardioGrip Heart Rate Monitor, iFIT Workout Card Technology, Interplay Music Port, Training Zone Indicator, AutoBreeze Quiet Workout Fan, Carb Counter, Odometer with MyMiles and a SpaceSaver Design.


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Conclusion for NordicTrack Apex 8500 Treadmill review

The NordicTrack Apex 8500 is a very good machine and we especially like the 3.5 CHP motor that handle easily faster running speeds. Also the belt (with the Reflex Deck cushioning system) is very comfortable and you will love it once you get use with it. You will actually refuse to work on other treadmills because you will have the impression that is only a belt over concrete.

The bed is pretty light so it will be easy to lift and fold but don’t expect to be easy to move since is a heavy machine.

Also you should know that because of the Reflex deck system the workouts will seem much easier since the belt will return part of the energy absorbed on each step.

The warranty is not very good. We recommend to buy the extend warranty.

Overall we think that you get a very good quality for this price and that the NordicTrack Apex 8500 treadmill is one of the best home machines for runners.

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