Nordictrack T 9.5 vs Run rocket
This is a comparison of the Nordictrack 9.5 treadmill and the Run rocket. Follow the links for more details.
Overview and review of the Run rocket
The Run Rocket comes in at $1999. In this article you will learn more about the product itself, its Pros and cons and alternatives you might want to consider. This article has originally been published in the overview "Which conditioning equipment to buy from Rogue".
Overview of the Run Rocket
The
run rocket is a piece of acceleration equipment which especially helps for sprint and acceleration training. This machine will be very useful for
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Football players
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Rugby players
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Soccer players
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Tennis players
And any other sport where you have to sprint and change direction often. The
Run rocket has adjustable resistance and comes with the following specifications:
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Length 37“
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Width 28“
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Height 40“
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Weight 165l
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44lb Flywheel
The big difference to many other machines or sleds is that the
run rocket provides consistent resistance when you are running forward and does not pull back on you. Sleds have the challenge that they have an uneven resistance and also not truly mimic a running pattern. Bands and straps simulate a real running resistance, but the pullback leaves your athletes exposed to injury risk. The
run rocket solves both of these problems for sprinting work.
Pros of the Run Rocket
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Sturdy
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No pull back
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Easy swap
This machine is built like a professional lawnmower. It can be left outside and survives rain and other weather conditions. It’s the ideal companion for the pitch.
The resistance immediately stops when the forward pull ceases. This makes it a good machine for sprint work without breaking any ankles.
With the hook and click system, you can easily swap between athletes to get a good workout in for the entire team. Parachutes are way more complicated to handle.
Cons of the Run rocket
To work effectively with the
run rocket you need access to a pitch. This machine is a waste of your time and money if it is placed into a tiny gym or back garden. You need the necessary space to do a bit of distance for your sprint work.
Compared to other sprint Resistance options like bands and harnesses the
run rocket is ten times the price and also does not include the necessary vests for the entire team. They would come in at an additional $50 to $100 a player depending on what you are getting.
Alternatives to the Run rocket
Resistance bands of all forms and lengths can be an alternative to the
run rocket. While less easy to use and setup they come in at a fraction of the cost.
Summary for the Run rocket
The
run rocket is the right option for professional training facilities which focus on speed. If you are lucky enough to be a world class athlete who has a pitch in their own home and to whom $2000 are peanuts tja this is a gijd piece of equipment to get. You can spend a whole lot of more money on things which will do a lot less for your professional development.
Further reading
This is a review of the Nordictrack T 9.5 treadmill which was originally published in "Which Nordictrack treadmill to get". Follow the links for more details.
The biggest con to the
T9.5 model is the value for money. If you pay more than $2000 for a treadmill you might as well go for the
2950 and get an even bigger and more modern treadmill. If you need a small treadmill to squeeze into your money and want to save money, go for the
T 6.5 which is below $1000.
A
Rogue echo bike is a great option if you want to burn as many calories as possible in the shortest amount of time possible. As it comes in at only around $700 you save yourself a respectable amount of money compared to the
NordicTrack 9.5. As an added bonus it is easier on your joints and takes up less space in your home.