Made by Sole Fitness, manufacturers of high-quality exercise equipment for over twenty years, the Sole S77 Treadmill was originally marketed as a commercial model for fitness clubs and gymnasiums.
Also known as the name of the Sole Fitness S77 Non-Folding Treadmill, it would be an excellent choice for everyone from the new exerciser to the very experienced who like to work out hard.
It doesn’t have as many programs as some other treadmills, but it is functional and safe and comfortable to use.
A non-folding model, it is quite large, so you will need a dedicated space in your home to accommodate it. Its running surface is two inches wider than most other home treadmills and long enough to enable very tall runners to really stride out.
The advantage to it not folding is that it is exceptionally strong and it will remain stable no matter how hard you work out, even if you have a heavier build.
In this Sole S77 review, we will look at its specs and key features. We will also discuss its positives and negatives, to help you decide if it’s right for you.
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Sole S77 Specs
Overall dimensions – The Sole S77 Treadmill measures 30″ (W) x 48″(H) x 80″ (D).
Deck dimensions – Its deck measures 30″ (W) x 80″ (D).
Running surface – This model has an ample running surface measuring 22″(W) x 60″ (D).
Weight – It weighs 265lbs.
User weight – The Sole Treadmill S77 can support users of up to 400 pounds.
Video Overview of the Sole Fitness S77 Non-Folding Treadmill
Sole S77 Treadmill Key Features
- Motor
The Sole S77 Treadmill has an industrial quality 4.0 HP Continuous Duty Motor. This is the most powerful motor available for a treadmill in its price range. Its power is matched with features designed to keep the treadmill stable and comfortable throughout even the most strenuous workouts.
Large 2 3/4″ rollers ensure the belt and roller last longer and don’t wear.
- Built-in workout programs
The Sole S77 Treadmill has six standard pre-set built-in workout programs. These include Endurance, Interval, Weight Loss and Manual, with the latter enabling the user to select their preferred speed, incline, and distance. It also has two Heart Rate programs and two custom exercise workout options.
When operating the Heart Rate programs, the treadmill will automatically adjust the incline, allowing you to maintain your target heart-rate zone. The included wireless chest strap is one of the most accurate on the market, measuring heart rate with a 99.9% accuracy.
- User console
The Sole Fitness S77 Non-Folding Treadmill features a streamlined user console that will enable 
you to easily adjust the speed and incline settings by way of buttons located on the sides of the LCD screen. Adjustments can be made during workouts, without you having to stop, or even slow down.
The treadmill has a bright blue 9 inch LCD screen. This displays all of the information you will need to help you achieve your workout goals. Stats viewable include your Speed, Pace, Incline, Calories Burned, Heart Rate and more. There’s also has a 1/4 mile Track feature and a Peak and Valley Graph for easy program monitoring.
An integrated message board guides you through your workouts by way of messages that scroll past on the display screen, providing you with details of your session. The board’s recap feature can help you monitor your progress.
- Accessories
This model has dual fans to help keep you cool as you exercise. It also comes with two water bottle holders and storage for holding magazines and the like.
- Easy assembly
Assembling the machine is quite easy, taking most people a couple of hours or so.
- Warranty
The Sole Treadmill S77 comes with a lifetime warranty on its frame and deck. There’s a 30-year warranty on its motor, a 5-year warranty on the electronics and a 2-year warranty on labor. This solid warranty will enable you to buy with confidence knowing that in the unlikely event defects in materials or workmanship surface, you will be covered.
In the next section of this Sole S77 review, we will look at its pros, followed by its cons.
Pros
- Quiet
Despite its powerful motor, workouts on the Sole S77 Treadmill provides are quiet, thanks to its Cushion Flex Whisper Deck.
- Comfortable & Smooth
Along with providing quiet exercise sessions, the deck of the Sole S77 utilizes state-of-the-art material that reduces impact to the joints by as much as 40% over running on a hard surface such as the road or pavement.
Zinc-coated steel balanced flywheels ensure secure, vibration-free workouts, whether you’re walking or running.
An all-Steel welded frame and heavy-duty stable inclines add to the machine’s smooth and solid feel.
- Safe
To ensure your safety, the Sole Treadmill S77 has a 0.5-speed start and a 10-amp circuit breaker. A safety clip with a cord can be attached to your clothing and the treadmill. If you fall, this will disengage and immediately shut off the power. Pressing the Auto-Stop button will also instantly stop the treadmill.
Cons
- No Pre-set Distance programs
The Sole Treadmill S77 doesn’t have any pre-set distance workout programs, which may come as a disappointment to hardcore runners. To get around this, select the manual workout option and stop your workout when you reach your target distance.
- Entertainment
When it comes to entertainment value, the Sole S77 Treadmill falls short compared with most other treadmills in its price range. It doesn’t have an internet browser, and it isn’t iFit Live compatible. However, you will be able to hook up an MP3 player to listen to music.
Final Thoughts on the Sole Treadmill S77
If you are looking for a club-quality treadmill you can use at home to experience the benefits of 
treadmill exercise; it would be hard to go past the Sole Treadmill S77.
User-friendly, its range of useful features will enhance your training sessions. Robust and powerful, it operates smoothly.
The only real shortcomings of this model are its lack of pre-set distance workout programs and its basic entertainment functions. For most people, the programs this Sole Fitness Treadmill has will be more than sufficient. And if like me, you like to exercise while listening to music or watching the television, you won’t mind the lack of internet access and might even appreciate the break from surfing the net.
If you have space in your home to accommodate it, I think you will be very pleased with the quality and performance of this top-notch fitness aid.
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