Horizon CX-66 Elliptical Trainer
Price: $1,399 (available only at Canadian Tire)
Bottom Line: Horizon has been making front drive ellipticals for about five years now. The feel and movement is not as good as their sister brand Vision and quality is definitely lacking with low end components.
| Features: |
Notes: |
Rating: |
| Drive System |
Front drive with upper body |
 3 |
| Resistance |
Magnetic brake resistance |
6 |
| Feel/Motion |
18" customSTRIDE™, no-slip footpad, pivoting foot plate |
6.5 |
| Unit Weight |
14 lb. flywheel |
3 |
| Max User Weight |
275 lbs. |
5 |
| Stability |
Below average |
4 |
| Quality |
Below average |
4 |
| Display |
LCD, orange-backlit |
5 |
| Smoothness |
Below average |
4 |
| Noise Level |
Average (roller noise) |
5 |
| Resistance Levels |
20 |
8 |
| Programs |
14 (Manual, Intervals 1, Intervals 2, Rolling 1, Rolling 2, Weight Loss, Weight Loss Plus, Reverse Train 1, Reverse Train 2, Random 1, Random 2, Race, Custom 1, Custom 2) |
6.5 |
| Heart Rate Monitoring |
Hand grip pulse |
5 |
| Warranty |
Frame- Lifetime, Brake - Lifetime, Parts - 1 year, Labor - 1 year |
4 |
| Overall Value |
Low price = low value |
3.75 |
| Average Rating: |
4.92 |
Pros:
- Articulating foot pedals
- MP3 Input
Cons:
- Old and tired roller track design.
- Noisy when changing resisitance.
Manufacturer's web site: www.horizonfitness.com
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