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Star Trac has several models under its belt, however all but one is for commercial use. The Star Trac TR901 is the only home treadmill and it will be reviewed. Before going on to that, let’s take a look at its … Company Background Star Trac treadmills’ emergence into the fitness community began mainly in the gyms. Its primary targets were local fitness center as it offers high quality and a heavy price tag. However, since the boom in household exercise equipments, Star Trac made added effort to bring treadmills to your home. Star Trac is partnered with Mad Dogg Athletics Inc., the creators of the Johnny G Spinner. This partnership is highlighted by Star Trac building the patented Spinner bike while Mad Dogg Athletics supplies the Spinning educational program. Star Trac treadmills are known for their high quality and performance. They have a reputation for their excellent reliability and low maintenance. Their treadmills are pricy and can cost from $3,400 - $8,000, depending on the model and features. *Note*
Star Trac has 6 treadmill models, however only one is for home use. Its other models are tailored for commercial use and won’t be reviewed. The TR901 Star Trac is the only home treadmill. Strong Point Star Trac treadmills are durable, resilient, and performing. These treadmills were originally made for commercial use, where the usage is constant and much higher than a household treadmill. It has welded frames that solidify the machine. Their warranty can be good. 3 year warranty on parts is the minimum length for a high end treadmill. Look into Nautilus and Bodyguard treadmills for longer warranties. Star Track treadmills can withstand more abuse than any other manufacturer. Another strong point is that Star Trac treadmill’s decks are usually reversible, thus lengthening the lifetime of there decks by two. Another key point is that they focus a lot on user friendliness. Their treadmills usually have good electronics design and easy to navigate consoles. They usually come with quick starts, heart rate monitors, and safety switches. In addition, the console comes with water bottle holders, CD player holders, and a display screen for added comfort. Weak Point Star Trac treadmills are expensive. They increased their price for the home model (TR901) by over $500 without adding any features. The value is severely compromised and has an average rating. The specs for the home treadmill are below average. Relating the size to its price, you are better off looking at other high end brands that will give you a stronger motor and larger deck. An 18 x 53 inch belt and 2.0 continuous duty motor treadmill should not cost you over $3,000. Expert Reviews Treadmill doctor says this brand is pricey but a solid treadmill in your home. Epinions.com rated Star Trac’s commercial treadmills between 4 and 5 stars out of 5. Conclusion Star Trac treadmills are definitely a performing machine. However, the price is high and the value is low. They belong in the high end family of treadmills. You are better off looking at a Precor or Life Fitness for a better value and performance. Treadmill Resource Center.com is constantly researching for the latest Star Trac treadmill reviews. Our goal is to provide you with helpful and unbiased information on their models. Click on the links below to go directly to the model’s review. Star Trac TR901
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StarTrac TR901 Treadmill
 TR901 The TR 901 is the only home Star Trac treadmill. Unfortunately, this model does not provide any out of the ordinary specs. A 19 x 53 belt is perhaps the smallest belt in this price range and a 2.0 CHP motor is nothing special. Key features is its heart rate control, reversible decks and various built in programs. Reversible decks can prove useful since it doubles the lifetime of the deck. TR901's 2-minute cool down period is a commercial treadmill feature that enables the user to properly complete a workout by bringing the belt to a gradual stop. The price for the TR901 Star Trac is too expensive. In fact, the price jumped up over $500 since last year. You can get a much better value with a Precor or Life Fitness treadmill. Star Trac are commercial treadmill specialists and you should refer to home models. I don’t understand what you are trying to say. Price - $2,859
Length - 69in
Width - 28.5 in
Height - 52 in
Weight - 200 lbs
User Weight Capacity - 300 lbs
Belt - 19 x 53 in
Deck - Reversible deck
Motor - 2.0 hp Continuous DC
Speed - 0.5 to 10 mph
Incline - 0 to 12% in 0.5 increments
Folding - No
Heart Rate - Yes
Heart Rate Control - Yes
Wireless Chest Strap - Yes, Polar® Telemetry
Programs - 9 programs: Dynamic Heart Rate Control and Fitness Test (ACSM 1 Mile Walk Fit Test)
Display Time, distance, speed, calories expended, laps, pace, heart rate
Features - Smart Console let users create and store custom programs, Cardio plus and weight loss training programs, Cool down features, 5 minute pause button, Welded frames, Stop Keys
Warranty - 3 year on parts and labour. [Back to Top] Explanation of all Star Trac treadmill features Features
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| | 5 minute pause button | This allows you to conveniently pause workouts. | | Cardio Plus and Weight loss training programs | Continuously monitor heart rate and adjust elevation and/or speed to keep your heart rate at a desired training level. | | Cool Down | It adjusts its speed and incline to safely complete your workout.
| | Dynamic Heart Rate Control | It adjusts intensity level based on your heart rate for interval training. | | Polar Heart Rate System | The systems that are built into Star Trac treadmills allow constant heart rate monitoring. | | Smart console | This lets you store and create custom training programs, similar to the Personal Trainer studio | | Stop Keys | Two Easy-to-Reach Stop Keys for safety. A key features for Star Trac treadmills. |
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