Epic Treadmills
Epic treadmills were once produced by Icon Fitness, but now can be purchased at mass retailers like Costco and Sams Club. Amazon.com also has a FANTASTIC deal on all of these models that include free shipping and no sales tax!!
Below are a few product specs on the View 550, 600 MX, and the 425 MX treadmills, so that you can be the judge. Epic is produced by Icon, and this factory has over 200 engineers that help craft their products. Put simply, they are the best designed treadmills in the business. In the past, they have had to be the best because they used the cheapest parts in the business. They have finally discovered that you can find some of the key component parts overseas for less and the eventual cost is less if you put more quality into the machine; so the quality of drive motors, rollers, and other key components are much higher than in the past and it still sells for a value price.
Icon is the largest fitness equipment producer in the world with around $1 billion in sales. In terms of stability, they are the best but overall, their customer service isn’t up to the standards of some of the lower volume producers. Although they have told us they are upgrading their service, it is still a long road to what we would consider good. Although you get a value price for the product, you also get value service, so keep this in mind when buying their machines. Due to the sheer number of units they produce, we pick up support in many cases where this factory leaves off.
Motor
Epic treadmills offer Continuous Horsepower motors. The View 550 and the 425 Mx have 3.0 Commercial motors while the 600 Mx offers a 2.5 CHP commercial grade motor.
Speed and Incline
Speed and incline for Epic treadmills View 550, 600 MX and the 425 MX offer 1 touch speed and incline controls. The Incline will rise to 12% and speed to 12 MPH.
Heart Monitor
Heart Monitors available on Epic Models are Power Pulse Heart rate monitors that are built directly into the handlebars so that pulse can be taken quickly and conveniently.
Belt, Belt Cushioning and Rollers
The belts on Epic treadmills range from 20 x 60 (View 550 and 425 MX) and 20X55 on the 600 MX. All of the belts offer the patented Comfort Stride Impact Reducing Cushioning. The Comfort Step is an internal cushioning system that provides a more comfortable exercise surface while reducing impact on joints.
All rollers on Epic treadmills are 2.5 inch Diameter rollers for precision operation and to extend the life of your treadmill. The 600 MX features crowned steel rollers that are a vital component of the incredibly smooth drive system.
Extra Features
The extra features included on the Epic model treadmills include models with preprogrammed personal training workouts, heart rate programs and learn programs. All models feature different programs and buyers should discuss option with sales associate prior to purchase.
The View 550 and 600MX offer CoolAire Fans built directly into the console.
All Epic models feature the Space saver convience, and the 425 MX features the space saver with Easy Drop Shocks.
Warranty Information
The Warranties on the Epic treadmills include 12 years on motors (all models) and 1 year on parts (2 years on 600 MX model). Labor is covered for 1 year on all models.
Epic treadmills are great for those looking for a great workout within their budget.
Epic View 550 Specifications:
Motor: 3.0 CHP Odyssey II Commercial Motor
Min Speed: 0 MPH
Max Speed: 12 MPH
Tread belt: 20 x 60 Commercial Tread belt
Cushioning: Comfort Stride Impact Reducing Cushioning
Heart rate: Dual grip in Handle bars
Programs: 28 personal training workouts
Folding: Yes
Rollers: 2.5 Precision Rollers
Weight Capacity: 350 Lbs user
Entertainment: 7 inches Flat Screen TB with Multi colored OSD
Epic 600 MX Specifications:
Motor: 2.50 CHP Commercial Motor
Min Speed: 0 MPH
Max Speed: 12 MPH
Tread belt: 20 x 55 Commercial Tread belt
Cushioning: Comfort Step Impact Reducing Cushioning
Heart rate: PowerPulse Heart Rate Monitor
Programs: 8 personal training workouts, 2 heart rate 4 learn programs
Folding: Yes
Rollers: 2.5 Precision Rollers
Weight Capacity: 325 Lbs user
Epic 425 MX
Motor: 3.0 CHP Commercial Odyssey II Motor
Min Speed: 0 MPH
Max Speed: 12 MPH
Tread belt: 20 x 60 Commercial Tread belt
Cushioning: Comfort Step Impact Reducing Cushioning
Heart rate: Dual Grip Power Pulse Heart Rate Monitor
Programs: 10 personal training workouts, 2 heart rate and 2 learn programs
Folding: Yes
Rollers: 2.5 Precision Rollers
Weight Capacity: 350 Lbs user
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