Quality
New Balance Treadmills

New Balance treadmills are midrange machines that cost about $900-1700. When looking for a treadmill, consider the following features:
1. For walking a good machine will cost about $1000.
2. The belt should be 20 inches wide and 52-55 inches long.
3. Motor warranty should be 10 years .
4. Most quality treadmills have two ply belts.
5. Top models have 3/4" - 1" thick solid wood decks.
6. Wireless heart rate control to monitor your heart rate. Inexpensive machines use generally hand grip pulse monitoring.
7. Folding models are more suited for walking.

New Balance has 3 models available: Model 1200 costs about $900-1000. Features include:
1. Continuous duty 2 HP motor
2. 20" x 56" belt on a 3/4" thick deck
3. Large display shows time, speed, incline, distance, calories burned and pulse rate
4. 8 quick touch programs
5. Multi speed fan
6. Wheels for easy movement, water bottle and iPod holder
7. Warranty is lifetime for the frame, 10 years for the motor, 1 years for parts and labor

Model 1500 costs about $1000. The machine has received a "Best Buy" rating by Consumers Digest. Features include quiet 2.5 HP continuous duty motor and 8 workout programs. Warranty is 15 years for the motor.

Model 1600 costs about $1300-1700. The machine is designed for heavier use. Features include a 2.5 HP continuous duty motor, 20" x 57" running area and 18 workout programs. Warranty is lifetime for the frame and motor, 2 years for parts and 1 year for labor.

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