Pro Runner Treadmill

I purchased this treadmill after extensive research online, using Amazon reviews, Consumer Reports, and other resources. This treadmill was purchased to replace a Pacemaster Proselect that we bought in 2003 and failed after 16 years of pretty heavy use. My Main concerns were that it was sturdy, and had the basic functions of the Pacemaster. I use the treadmill in a very manual way, adjusting speed and incline as needed and not according to any kind of program. I wasn't looking for any advanced features, like connecting via internet to a fitness class, or playing point-of-view running videos, etc (mainly because I didn't want to incur the extra cost for these). The Pro Runner treadmill provides a very similar set of features as the Pacemaster, so it met my needs there. Reading a number of reviews it seemed that the Pro Runner, and 3G Cardio treadmills in general, are well built. Consumer reports reviewed only the 80i Fold Flat treadmill, which is similar in price. The 80i seems like a good choice as well, but I opted for the Pro Runner primarily because it has a slightly wider belt, the belt is "orthopedic" (potentially more comfortable), and it seemed a little sturdier. I looked into other brands such as Nordic Track, Sole Fitness, and a few others, but those seemed to get bad marks primarily on customer service. 3G Cardio has much better reviews, and the company seems very responsive to questions posted on Amazon. I've had this treadmill for a few weeks now, and have used it several times (about 4x a week so far). First of all, I assembled it myself. It was very easy to put together and the instructions were easy to follow. The only hard part was lifting up the top console, holding it up to make cable connections, then mounting it on the posts. This required 2 people , otherwise I could have done it all myself. In the beginning of use, the belt drifted to the left. Per the instructions I adjusted a bolt in the back by 1/4 turns, using the hex tool they supply. After 2 adjustments the belt now runs straight. I felt some slipping before those adjustments but none since. The treadmill is easy to operate while exercising, and feels very strong and sturdy. It is much quieter than the Pacemaster treadmill (although the Pacemaster might have been quieter when it was brand new, I just don't remember). A pleasant surprise was the fan. I tend to got hot and sweaty when I run, so the cool breeze gives me some measure of relief. My only suggestion for 3G Cardio on that would be to provide a fan with a higher speed setting and even more airflow, if that's possible. So overall, so far this treadmill has lived up to the positive reviews online and from Consumer reports. For me, the cost was reasonable and it seems more of the $$$ go to the build quality, versus high tech features, and that's what I prefer. I would highly recommend it to anyone that has the same requirements as I had.

Whether it's a blessing or a curse is debatable, but I don't make many decisions in my life without overanalyzing and comparing. In the case of treadmill shopping, I researched the best options within my budget for probably over a month. Having been a casual runner for over 15 years, I was fairly familiar with brands and my options but wasn't excited about anything I was finding. I took to trusty ol' reddit and was surprised to discover 3G Cardio, a brand I had never heard of before, and some glowing reviews had me researching the company and products. A treadmill isn't a small investment, and I really wanted to put my money into something that would last and serve me well for a long time. What finally sold me was what I had read about their customer service. I've heard horror stories from friends who bought $5k Nordic Track treads having issues right off the bat and couldn't get a hold of a real person for months to help fix the issue. Personally, I believe you're not only paying for the product but also for the customer service when something goes wrong. I felt good about my decision and although hesitant to buy through amazon rather than the 3G Cardio site (I had gift cards to burn), it was seamless and had no issues with delivery. I unboxed and put together the tread myself no issue, and was giving it a test run less than an hour after delivery. The ride is super smooth and felt on par, if not better, than the swanky treads at a commercial gym and I was surprised by how sturdy and quiet it was. Even the little walking pad I had before this was louder! The incline is more than humbling, and it folds into a small footprint if extra space is needed. I reached out to ask for a mat recommendation and Bryan immediately sent me a link to an affordable, great mat that still looks brand new. I recently had one issue that required a part replacement and emailed customer service. Within a few hours, I spoke with Keith, who diagnosed the problem and had the part shipped to me the next day. They sent a local tech out to fix it and I was back up and running (no pun intended) in less than a week! I adore my tread and feel great knowing the team at 3G cardio backs up their products and is ready to help at the drop of a pin. I could not recommend more and can't wait to buy my next 3G suffer machine (looking at you, stair stepper...)

Installation: Well packaged with all tools to quickly put treadmill together without confusion. Didn't need the instructions to complete installation. Use: Love the built in courses with option to connect cell phone fold application additional courses. Disliked similar priced treadmills from other manufactures, where a subscription service of $40-$50 required. Treadmill folds to allow for moving and reduced space, while stable when in use. User manual noted noisy during initial break in period, however no one in my household noticed the noise. Didn't buy treadmill for the fan feature, but this turned out to be a hidden bonus to reduce sweat while running. Support: Best service I have received in long time. I sent an email with four questions and about two minutes later Bryan from 3G Cardio call me to explain and resolve my questions. When we were talking about heart rate broadcasting options since my Garmin Fenix 7 smartwatch not compatible, Bryan offered to send me a chest strap heart rate monitor at no charge.