ProForm 585V Perspective (Discontinued)
Overview
UPDATE: The ProForm 585V Perspective Treadmill is no longer being sold. Take a look at our latest ProForm reviews for the newest models in the lineup.
We received this treadmill at our home 2 weeks ago. Since we first saw it we considered it a beautifully designed machine. And indeed this is an impressive piece of equipment at first glance.
ProForm states ProForm 58v model is a machine at the top end of the extensive range of treadmills. This is because the machine comes with a TV screen display that can play both DVD or TV, it has a various range of workouts included (and also compatible with iFit cards), it has a strong motor backed by a reliable cushioning system and a modern design display and usability.
The belt is wide enough to accommodate a tall person and it’s heavy enough to support larger weights. Also it’s easy to fold because of the Lift Assist system and easy to store because of the Space Saver features added.
Basically from what you read in the specs and from its looks ProForm 585V Perspective Folding Treadmill should have it all to satisfy casual runners and most of all, to satisfy any pocket because it’s rated to have an irresistible price ($1,200).
Specifications
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Speed: 0-12 mph : Top speed reached is 12 mph and it can be changed easily through the Quick Speed Control with just one button touch.
Inclination: 0-15% : Through the Quick Incline and One Touch Incline Selection incline settings can be easily changed during or before a workout.
Motor : ProForm 585 Perspective comes with a 2.25 silent Horsepower Commercial Grade Motor.
Walking Belt: 20''x55'' : The belt is backed with an Impact Absorption System: ProShox Plus which is designed to reduce impact over joints by up to 32% in comparison with road running.
Warranty : The machine comes with lifetime frame cover, 5 year warranty for the motor and 2 years full parts and labor.
Features
26 Workouts
The treadmill includes an impressive number of workouts: 20 pre-set, 4 heart rate control and 2 custom options.
Interactive Workout: iFit Compatible
This machine is also iFit SD Card compatible so you can add even more workouts to satisfy your training goals.
Pulse Measurement: EKG TM Grip
This is a hand pulse sensor completed with a chest heart rate sensor for a more accurate heart-rate reading.
Lift Assist and Space Saver
Lift Assist helps during the folding process while Space Saver makes this machine easier to store in your own home.
Blue Backlit Display
The console Features LCD display to track speed, incline, distance, pulse, time and calories. The blue backlit display is also included.
Flat Screen TV
The 7″ flat screen TV is designed to entertain during workout. It’s built so that it’s possible to add a DVD player or other equipment with the RCA jack behind the console.
Auto Breeze Workout Fan
Four fan settings allow choosing between low, medium, high or auto breeze which automatically changes the airflow to match the speed of the treadmill.
The machine can sustain a maximum user weight of 300 lbs.
Conclusions
We tested this machine 7 times per week, 5 miles per day. We used it to walk, run and do hard cardio. After completing our intensive tests, we confirm that this machine resisted very well.
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Still it’s important we mention a very big disadvantage we noted. When we needed to move this treadmill from where we installed it we got disappointed to see that it was way too heavy for one person (it was difficult even in 2). The machine weighs almost 120 kilos so be attentive to this aspect if you choose to buy it.
We definitely like the cushioning system because it feels much better in the feet while running (it really reduces the impact over joints in comparison with road running). This is an important plus especially for those who have foot problems.
As entertainment features ProForm 585 Perspective model comes with a TV screen (pretty cool at first impression). You can connect also a DVD so you have 2 options to enjoy during training: watching TV or a DVD. The video quality and sound are pretty decent (not the greatest though).
From our point of view, TV/DVD incorporated in a treadmill display is definitely an optional feature to have because when we train we focus on running. When we watch TV or a DVD, we focus on relaxing.
But we liked more the MP3 input which helps if you prefer listening to music (which we do). Unfortunately the sound quality is not the greatest, as already mentioned.
We appreciate the machine is very quiet even at high speed. But we were a little disappointed by the hand grips heart rating monitor which are not very accurate.
Another plus is that we like the warranty which ensures us that on a long term this machine is reliable and the manufacturers knew this from the moment they put ProForm 585 on the market.
As a conclusion: this is definitely a good to buy option if you are a regular home user trainer. It can work for a professional trainer also but we would recommend a more expensive product to satisfy all pros expectations.
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