Elliptical Trainer Review

Reebok RL 1500 Elliptical Review

Reebok RL 1500 Elliptical Trainer
Manufacturer Reebok Fitness
Price Est. $1499
Compare To Sole E95
Sole E75

Smooth CE 3.2
Smooth CE 2.1
Recommended
Yes (read review)
Reason Heart rate controlled workouts, 20" stride length
Special Features iFit technology, reverse motion, heart rate control
# of Programs Adjustable Resistance Heart Rate Monitor? Upper Body Handlebars? Warranty
15 digital control EKG/chest strap Yes Lifetime - 1 year parts

Reebok RL 1500 Elliptical Trainer

The Reebok RL 1500 Elliptical is the top of the line elliptical trainer offered by Reebok resting above the the Reebok 525 and Reebok 645 elliptical trainers.

Similar models include the Smooth CE 2.1 , Smooth CE 3.2 and the Sole E35 and the Sole E75 elliptical trainer.

The RL 1500 is obviously the far superior machine to the 525 and 645, but it also comes with almost twice the price tag as the 645.

The big question is this, is the Reebok RL 1500 worth almost twice the price? Let's investigate and find out...

The first thing you'll notice about the 1500, is that is looks nothing like its cheaper siblings it's almost a work of art, and very sleek for an elliptical machine.

Apart from the good looks, which don't make for a good workout by the way, the Reebok 1500 elliptical has more surprises waiting for you when you hop on and go for a ride including:

Reebok RL 1500 key benefits:

  • 20-inch stride length and aluminum glide track with reverse motion and digital quick resistance.
  • 6-window LED display
  • 2 fans help keep you cool while working out
  • chest strap sensors help you easily monitor your heart rate
  • 15 Quick Programs offer a variety of workout options

Of t he major benefits of the 1500 elliptical has over the 525 and 645, the nice long 20" stride length (which comes into 'major play' during intense workout sessions when your speed increases) is the best reason to buy this elliptical machine.

The second reason I really like this machine is the included chest strap heart rate sensor that is far superior to the ekg pulse grip, and allows the elliptical to automatically adjust the resistance and program on the fly, without you having to monkey around with any buttons or controls while working out...

Finally, the 6 window led console is another nice touch but shouldn't make or break your decision.

Overall, the Reebok RL 1500 elliptical is a nice package for the money...

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