Hello, I know it’s been a long time coming but I’m finally ready to get back in to reviewing treadmills. I took some time off from blogging and reviewing treadmills due to some personal issues I was having. My life is much less hectic now and I’m ready to jump right back in to things here on ProTreadmillReviews.com. Since the New Year has started I’ve taken several long trips to Sears to test out some new fitness equipment. Today I have a NordicTrack T5.5 Treadmill Review for you all. Let’s get started!
The NordicTrack T5.5 Treadmill on display had a belt that was in horrible condition. The belt had flayed edges, was very loose causing lots of slippage, and the sides were bowed upward causing me to trip a couple times. Even if the belt had been properly maintained there were still plenty of other things to steer me away from this treadmill. When I got up to a jogging pace there was so much shaking and squeaking I thought I was on the USS Enterprise during a major battle! The comfort level of this treadmill was just barely satisfactory for this price range. Walking on the NordicTrack T5.5 Treadmill is very easy on the body; however, I really started to notice the stiffness of the treadmill deck when I cranked up the speed to a jogging pace. I would not look forward to jogging on this treadmill on a daily basis, especially when I know I get something better for about the same amount of money.
Final Recommendation The NordicTrack T5.5 was simply too noisy, the bowing treadmill belt is a safety issue, and the feel of this treadmill was average at best. There are way better values out there inside the $550 – $650 price range. Hell, for $10 – $30 more depending on the Sears’ sale ad you can get the NordicTrack T5.7 which is leaps and bounds above the NordickTrack T5.5 Treadmill. Ultimately the choice is up to you. I hope you make a wise decision.
Specifications
• 325 lb. Weight Capacity
• 2.5 HP Continuous Duty DurX Motor
• 10 Timed Workout Apps
• 0–10 MPH 1-Touch Speed Control
• 0–10% 1-Touch Incline Control
• iFit Live Technology Compatible
• Intermix Acoustics 2.0 Sound System
• Lifetime Frame Warranty, 25-Year Motor Warranty and 1-Year Parts and Labor Warranty
Highly Recommended Alternatives to the NordicTrack T5.5 Treadmill
1: Horizon T101-3 Treadmill / Horizon T101
Read My Horizon T101 Treadmill Review
NordicTrac 2: NordicTrack T5.7 Treadmill
Sincerely, John Bravo www.ProTreadmillReviews.com