Treadmill Name:	Diamondback 500TM
	Editor’s Note:	A very solid unit. I would cough up the extra $200 for the 600TM.

	MSRP:	$1,599
	Walking Area	7
	Power:	6
	Cushioning:	7
	Reliability:	7
	Noise Level:	7
	Quality:	7
	Value	8
	Warranty:	8
	Overall Rating:	7.32

		Review Comments:	Solid treadmill but there are good reasons to go with the next model up.

Easy-to-use and program console with 2 dot matrix profile display option and 5 window displays

6 Preset programs with Quick Start and Random options, and 2 HR control programs

Console provides Time, Distance, Calories, Incline, Speed, Calories/Mins., Pace, Heart Rate and % Maximum Heart Rate information.

2 HR control programs with HR & % max HR displays, HR indicator & built-in Polar® compatible HR receiver

A large 20"x58" cushioned walking/running deck. Gives you ample room to reach any length stride and becomfortable side-to-side.

Exclusive Comfort Grips on side rails

A powerful and durable 2.5 HP motor

The large walking area of 20 x 55 is perfect for anyone with longer strides, and the 2 ply anti static belt will insure a quiet performance. The dot matrix display and 5 workout windows allows the user to easily track your progress. The 500Tm comes with a 2.5 HP motor.

With a manual mode quick start you can easily begin a workout, and when time allows the random hill programs with limitless computer generated programs. The 5K training program will give you a full workout. The HR programs will either target heart rate or heart rate intervals, which ever program fits your needs that day. There is also a pause mode with a 30 minute program saver. This treadmill will allow anyone to have a club quality machine in their own home.

Strengths:
Large weight capacity of 350 LB.
Great Price by a well known company.
Well made machine with large walking area.

Weaknesses:

Only has heart rate option and is only equipped with a HR receiver, no built in monitor.