Elliptical Trainers::: Horizon EX75 Elliptical Trainers
Horizon EX75 Elliptical Trainer
The horizon EX75 Dual Action Elliptical Trainer is a
product of Johnson Health Tech a Taiwan owned
company that is one of the largest manufactures of
fitness equipment. This elliptical trainer has a front
flywheel design called a "step stack"which places the
pedals below the flywheel axis. Front flywheel designs
generally are not as smooth as rear flywheel models. We
found that the ride was pretty good on this model. A
secondary benefit to the low pedal position is the ease of
getting on and off the machine.
The Horizon EX75 has a good natural stride length that
will accommadate most long legged elliptical users
without a problem. The resistance is relatively smooth as
a result of the magnetic braking system. According to the
manufacture performance is enhanced by a larger and
heavier flywheel . The momentum produced keeps the
handlebars and pedals action relatively smooth.
Heart rate monitoring on the EX75 elliptical trainer is done
on a second set of handles. This is a poor setup. For the
money a telemetric heart monitor should have been
included instead of making it an option. The option
includes a compatible chest worn heart monitor. Again
this is usually standard equipment on elliptical trainers
that cost a $1000.00 or more.
EX75 elliptical trainers poorest feature is its computer
console. Several owners have complained about the
quality of the hardware. Everything from loose wiring,
noisy built in fan, speakers that either do not work or are
loose within the console. On the positive side we liked the
number of programmable resistance levels (20) and the
10 preset workout programs included. Some the
ellipticals programs will flat beat you up with a great
routine.
Setting up and assembling the EX75 elliptical trainer was
relative easy, however the directions were very poor. The
same directions are used for two other older models the
EX65 and EX55. Some critical assembly information was
omitted from the text. Never the less we had it up and
running in about 75 minutes. The EX75 elliptical has a
smaller footprint and with the base wheels we did not
have a problem moving it around. As with all elliptical
trainers you must be site height conscious. They almost
all require a minimum of 8 feet of overhead clearance.
Basic Features include:
We recommend the Horizon EX75 for non-commercial
home use. Customer service appears to be above
average, which allows quick resolution of problems. We
feel that this unit is slightly over priced. A good
comparable model would be the Schwinn 438 Elliptical
trainer. Most of the owners of the Horizon EX&75 were
satisfied or happy with their purchase.
Horizon EX75 Dual Action Elliptical Trainer
Horizon EX75 Elliptical Trainer
The horizon EX75 Dual Action Elliptical Trainer is a
product of Johnson Health Tech a Taiwan owned
company that is one of the largest manufactures of
fitness equipment. This elliptical trainer has a front
flywheel design called a "step stack"which places the
pedals below the flywheel axis. Front flywheel designs
generally are not as smooth as rear flywheel models. We
found that the ride was pretty good on this model. A
secondary benefit to the low pedal position is the ease of
getting on and off the machine.
The Horizon EX75 has a good natural stride length that
will accommadate most long legged elliptical users
without a problem. The resistance is relatively smooth as
a result of the magnetic braking system. According to the
manufacture performance is enhanced by a larger and
heavier flywheel . The momentum produced keeps the
handlebars and pedals action relatively smooth.
Heart rate monitoring on the EX75 elliptical trainer is done
on a second set of handles. This is a poor setup. For the
money a telemetric heart monitor should have been
included instead of making it an option. The option
includes a compatible chest worn heart monitor. Again
this is usually standard equipment on elliptical trainers
that cost a $1000.00 or more.
EX75 elliptical trainers poorest feature is its computer
console. Several owners have complained about the
quality of the hardware. Everything from loose wiring,
noisy built in fan, speakers that either do not work or are
loose within the console. On the positive side we liked the
number of programmable resistance levels (20) and the
10 preset workout programs included. Some the
ellipticals programs will flat beat you up with a great
routine.
Setting up and assembling the EX75 elliptical trainer was
relative easy, however the directions were very poor. The
same directions are used for two other older models the
EX65 and EX55. Some critical assembly information was
omitted from the text. Never the less we had it up and
running in about 75 minutes. The EX75 elliptical has a
smaller footprint and with the base wheels we did not
have a problem moving it around. As with all elliptical
trainers you must be site height conscious. They almost
all require a minimum of 8 feet of overhead clearance.
Basic Features include:
- Twenty levels of resistance, contact heart rate
monitor and telemetric receiver, Optional chest heart
monitor not included. - Ten Preset programs including some that target you
heart rate, Built in fans and speakers, Monitor is
large and easy to read. - Pivoting footpad imitates how your foot's position
changes as you move - Compact size
- Pivoting footpad imitates how your foot's position
changes as you move
We recommend the Horizon EX75 for non-commercial
home use. Customer service appears to be above
average, which allows quick resolution of problems. We
feel that this unit is slightly over priced. A good
comparable model would be the Schwinn 438 Elliptical
trainer. Most of the owners of the Horizon EX&75 were
satisfied or happy with their purchase.
Horizon EX75 Dual Action Elliptical Trainer
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