Horizon Elite Treadmills - Join The Elite

Horizon Elite Treadmills are one of two treadmil product lines, the other is named Horizon, made by Horizon Fitness, a division of Johnson Health Tech, Inc.

Johnson manufactures Horizon Elite Treadmill models entirely in China.

The Elite Series falls in a moderately-priced range of quality treadmills, while the Horizon Series holds down the fort in the economy class.

Both have a history of being well-made machines, but, like most manufacturers who have moved production overseas, Horizon Fitness now faces scrutiny in reviews for using less reliable parts in favor of more impressive packaging.

Still, reviews on models like the Horizon Elite 4.1t are very good, though some have downgraded their recommendation due to a recent price rise.

See Consumer Reports recent ratings for a more favorable review.

Runners Take Note

The Elite Series is generally what runners and people in sports training would look for, but they should expect to pay from $1500-$2000.

Those following weight loss or general fitness and health programs can cut back on costs and unnecessary features by considering the Horizon Series instead.

Those treadmills go for around $1000 online.

The Elite 4.1t is equipped with a 2.5CHP motor for speeds up to 12MPH and has one-touch speed controls.

It has a 20x55" running surface, with a cushioned pre-lubricated deck that inclines to 12% with Quick Button control. Its maximum user weight is 325 lbs.

Programming includes 8 programs, among them 'golf course', 'weight loss', and 'race', as well as a heart rate zone program and a user program.

20 Quickkeys are available, and holders for magazines, water bottles, and personal stereo are built in. All the usual readouts are displayed in an LED panel.

The warranty on the Elite Series is lifetime on the frame, 25 years on the motor, 2 years on parts, and 1 year on labor.