Image
8.25 Elliptical Trainer Review
There
is one good argument for buying the Image 8.25 elliptical trainer, it only cost
$250. Let's face it, most people who buy fitness equipment, end up never using
it. At this price you limit your financial risk.
Realize there is a good
chance the Image 8.25 will not last for long, especially if you plan to use it
regularly, but what do you expect for $250. It should be noted this elliptical
is not designed for tall or very overweight individuals. At 113 lbs., it will
not be the most stable machine. Moreover, being a compact elliptical, tall individuals
will find it confining. Also, the reviewer below makes an important point. Rather
than sealed bearings the Image 8.25 relies on bushings, which are more likely
to wear.
It
does have an 18" stride, which is longer than most ellipticals in
this price range. It also is equipped with four different workout programs that
automatically control the resistance of the elliptical. This adds some variety.
One recommendation, that I suggest to anyone buying an Image product -
consider the extended warranty. However, be aware that the parent company of Image,
Icon Fitness, does not have the best reputation for customer service. So if you
need service you'll need to exercise patience. But once again, you are
spending only $250.
Customer Review - Image 8.25
I
just got the 8.25 from Wal Mart, the price is attractive for an entry level elliptical
$295 with taxes and 2 yr extended warranty. Good packaging and good instructions,labeled
fastner kit helps assembly. It appears to be a substantial machine with heavy
double bushings at all moving joints, good continuous welds, and a good powder
coat paint. The adjustable upper body hand bars is a nice feature, but not sure
how well the plastic clamp mechanism will hold up over time. The machine worked
correctly the first time, now time will tell about longevity. I think the bushing
joints should be dissassembled once a year and repacked with grease, or at the
very least have lithium grease shot into the bushings. The maintenance portion
of the manual says nothing about future lube but I can see this as a problem for
the future given that it is a bushing at wear points and not sealed ball bearings
.
I was very happy with my machine until the back bushing shered off and I fell off the machine. I have tried to get the company to fix it. I guess I am out $250.00. - Margaret
I bought the Image 8.25 Elliptical at Wal-Mart for $199.86 plus tax. For anyone who is considering buying this equipment, please listen to my words of warning: DON'T BUY IT. It is a waste of money. I have used this elliptical for three months and the support frame broke. I almost fell off the equipment. I am not overweight so there is no excuse for the frame to break except poor quality. The equipment is junk. Save your money and join a gym for 3 months and you will get a far better workout for the money. I called the company's toll free number and waited on the line for over 5 minutes. I got a recorded message that all the service reps were busy and to leave my phone number and then I was disconnected. There is NO customer service to help with your complaints. Be warned, NO NOT BUY IMAGE 8.25 ELLIPTICAL. You will regret your decision. - Julie
Also See the NordicTrack SpaceSaver and Schwinn
430 elliptical review.