Overview and review NordicTrack T6.5 Treadmill $999 - $1299
This is a review of the NordicTrack 6.5S treadmill which was originally published in "Which Treadmill to get from Nordictrack". Follow the links for more details.
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Overview NordicTrack T6.5 Treadmill $999 - $1299
The Nordictrack 6.5 treadmill is the most compact and cheapest version from Nordictrack. This is the right treadmill to get to save space and money. You can put this treadmill into your back shed or in a cramped apartment. Commercial buyers can optimize small rooms for group training or peak times or just put a large fleet in a big space. This comes at the price of the weakest motor in the Nordictrack line up. The full specs are:
- 10” Smart HD Touchscreen
- Includes 1-Year NordicTrack iFit® membership**
- Auxiliary Music Port
- Dual 2” Digitally Amplified Speakers
- FlexSelect™ Cushioning
- 20” x 55” Commercial Tread Belt
- 0-10% Incline
- 0-10 MPH Speed
- One Touch® Controls
- 2.6 CHP DurX™ Commercial Plus Motor◊
- 1.9” Precision and Balanced Non-Flex Rollers
- 300 Lb. User Capacity
- EKG Grip Pulse
- SpaceSaver® Design with EasyLift™ Assist
- 20 On-Board Workout Programs
- 54" H x 36" W x 73.5" H Footprint
- 10-Year Frame Warranty
- 2-Year Parts Warranty
- 1-Year Labor Warranty
This is the lower end of the range you get what you pay for. Expect more breakdowns in commercial settings compared to other models out of the Nordictrack range.
Pros of the Nordictrack T 6.5 treadmill
- Compact size
- Low price
This is the option to save money and space. Simple enough.
Cons of the Nordictrack T 6.5 treadmill
The cons of the T 6.5 treadmill are:
- Small belt
- Weak motor
The T 6.5 model is not the right choice if you have a long stride or if you will press a lot of miles on this machine. The 2.6 CHP motor is more likely to break when used heavily than in the other Nordictrack models which usually range from 3.0 up to 4.2 CHP.
Alternatives to the T 6.5 treadmill
A good alternative to the T 6.5 would be the Rogue Echo bike. It is slightly cheaper, burns more calories per second and takes up less floor space. Of course, strictly speaking, it is not a treadmill. That depends on your goals.
