If the Hilton Hotel and other upscale hotel chains make exercise machines available in their establishments for their patrons, I want to know what they are so I can check them out for myself. In regards to treadmills, I found out that the Sole F80 treadmill by Sole Fitness is the choice of Hilton and other high-end, upper scale hotels and businesses.



My first impression of the machine was that it was a solid commercial quality treadmill. At first I didn't think it was anything fancy. But, first assumptions are often wrong. The Sole F80 is packed with some interesting features like six workout programs, cooling fans, and speed and incline controls in the arm rests, as well as built in speakers for MP3 players or iPODS. Pretty impressive!

The Sole F80 is a heavy duty machine. Yet, it's easy to fold and comes with an easy assist folding feature. The machine is also easy to move and maneuver into a closet or out of the way corner of your home. All in all, I would classify it as a space saver and a must-see for anyone in the market for a new treadmill.

The Sole F80 went through an upgrade in 2008. It now comes with a quiet, but powerful 3.0 continuous duty motor. The treadmill is very smooth and it can easily accommodate a large person up to 350 pounds. In my opinion the machine is most suited for people who will be walking or jogging on it. Runners should probably opt for a different treadmill, one that has more horsepower.

Sole Fitness is known for its outstanding warranties. The warranty on the Sole F80 is well above par offering a lifetime warranty on the motor, frame and deck. The price of the Sole F80 is less than what I would have thought, considering the durability, features and warranty that comes with the machine. Add the $500 instant savings when you purchase the machine directly from Sole Fitness, and I see why the Sole F80 is the number one choice for the Hilton Hotel chain and others. It's a great treadmill.