The Sole TT8 Treadmill - a Runner’s Dream

The Sole TT8 treadmill is a relatively new addition to the Sole line-up and it’s a runner’s dream. There is nowhere else you’ll get such a large running surface and powerful motor at this kind of a price. If you watch for the sales, you can get the Sole TT8 for between $2,300 and $2,500, which is phenomenal for a treadmill that’s built for light-duty commercial abuse.

The Machine

This is an absolute hulk of a treadmill; it’s weighty and powerful enough for intensive interval training and power sprints. The features of the Sole TT8 include:

• 3.5 HP continuous duty motor
• 22” x 60” running surface
• 12 mph top speed
• 15% maximum incline
• 425 lbs max. user weight
• 3” rollers
• Wireless HR monitor
• 6 programs plus 4 user programs
• Cooling fans
• 21 lb. flywheel
• Red LED display console
• Whisper deck
• Warranty: Lifetime on deck, motor & frame; 5 yrs. parts; 2 yrs. labor

Compare Specs/Features at Sole Fitness

Why the 21 pound flywheel? For stability and consistent power. Working with the 3.5 HP motor, you’ll always have more than enough power. The TT8’s 22” x 60” running area is the largest offered by Sole.

The Buzz

A few skeptical trainers put the Sole TT8 through its paces early on and conceded that it did indeed have all the power and strength of a commercial-grade treadmill. Their surprise was due to the price; like us they just don’t see how Sole keeps producing treadmills with such high quality components while managing to keep the price so reasonable.

Those who own the Sole TT8 treadmill have usually purchased it because of the spacious running area. A mere two extra inches on the width makes such a difference when you’re running hard. The 60” length is extremely generous, and is loved by runners over six feet tall.

What We Say

Once you get this baby set up, you’ll probably never move it, but why would you want to? The stability is part of the charm of the Sole TT8 treadmill. You’d expect it to take up some room (it does) in exchange for giving you so much running area, but it’s a fair trade. You’ll be using this treadmill twenty years from now with few if any problems.

Show me other Sole Treadmills

Return from Sole TT8 Treadmill to the Treadmill Reviews Home Page