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Ellipticals

Octane Fitness Q37c
 
Approximate retail price:
$2,599.00
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Type: No Heart Rate Programs
About - Octane Fitness Q37c

The Octane Fitness Q37c is part of the elliptical test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, elliptical models like the Q37c are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Ergonomics:
Ergonomics considers how well an elliptical accommodates people of various sizes and aspects of the pedaling motion.

Exercise range:
Exercise range considers aspects of exercise intensity and measures incline and the effort to pedal the machine through the resistance level settings.

Ease of use:
Ease of use considers ease of use aspects of controls, display and using the programs.
About This Brand

Octane Fitness is a relatively new company that makes only elliptical exercisers. Octane sells models for $2,000 to $4,200.

Features & Specs - Octane Fitness Q37c
info Chest strap included no
info Resistance levels 20
info Stride length settings 1
info Incline levels 1
info Magazine rack yes
info Multi-grip handgrips yes
info Standard power supply 120 VAC
info Operational footprint -- LxW (in.) 76L x 30W
info Weight (lbs.) 271
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User Reviews - Octane Fitness Q37c
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5.0
Excellent machine
6/28/2012
Pros
Ergonomics
Operates Smoothly
Quiet
Sturdy Base
Cons
Expensive
Footrests need cushions
Hard To Store
Best Uses
General Fitness
Low Impact Exercise
Comment:
This has outstanding stability and ergonomics. One drawback is that the footrests are plastic with little bumps on them. They are not very comfortable for use with bare feet or even socks. They require shoes or really thick socks (I use three pairs of socks nested). How expensive would it be for the company to provide something like what Dr. Scholl's sells for shoes. In fact, it would be revenue opportunity for them!
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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