Epic Treadmill Reviews

Epic Treadmills still have a large following today since its products have been selling very well.  The  treadmills are decent enough as they are priced just right for a low to mid-range product. Icon has made it a policy to share the same components and features between its different brands thereby it keeps the cost low and affordable. You won't expect much in terms of value since they don't offer the same ruggedness and solid construction found in other treadmills like ProForm and Smooth for example.

Icon Health and Fitness manufactures the Epic brand for many retailers, the most recognized being, Costco.

Types of Epic Treadmills

  • EPIC TreadmillEpic 450MX Treadmill
  • Epic 600MX Treadmill
  • Epic 800MX Treadmill
  • Epic 425MX Treadmill

For a $1,000 treadmill, the specifications are quite good but in terms of value for money, Epic treadmill parts are of lower quality. Don't get me wrong, but Epic treadmills are very good options for those who are still trying to come into grips if treadmills are indeed for them and are undecided yet to invest on a more expensive machine.

There were assembly flaws in 2004 and early 2005 that buyers should take note. In these incidents, Icon sent this official statement to its Epic Treadmill buyers:

"Icon Health & Fitness., of Logan, Utah ("ICON) has issued a product recall notice for the Epic T60 Treadmill. During initial assembly the gas spring/shock can be damaged if the walking platform is folded up and goes beyond the vertical position. This action can cause the shock to contact the treadmill roller and be damaged and could propel parts out.

The parts of the shock could hit a bystander causing injury. ICON has received one report of a minor ankle laceration, one report of punctured foot and five reports of minor property damage."

Icon didn't place their reputation on the line and the matter was resolved promptly and all Epic owners were satisfied by the service they received from the company.

The motor range start at 2.25HP for the entry level 450MX model up to a decent 3.0 HP in the 425MX. We noticed that the motors strain in the spacious 55"x20" belts of the cheaper models. The decks are very responsive and the cushioning met my expectations across the product range.

Hard to beat

Epic Treadmills are a budget buy and for the price, this brand is hard to beat. The issues highlighted to build, construction, etc. are not that visible to the average consumer and for many customers out there, this brand is still a very good option and the models are well worth considering. Since its features are of high quality, I would even consider this machine if your budget does not exceed $1,000. Costco offers bigger discounts online that would attract first-time buyers and budget users.

For more detailed Epic treadmill reviews, check out the posts below...

Epic 600MX Treadmill Review

February 19, 2010

You don’t need to look any further than to consider this survey to say that the Epic 600 MX is a perfect buy. This survey rates this machine as a good value model for the price conscious buyer.
The Epic 600 MX Treadmill Specifications:

Motor: 2.50 continuous horsepower commercial-grade motor
Weight: 290 pounds
Speed: 0 to 12 miles per [...]

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Epic View 550 Treadmill Review

February 16, 2010

Recently, many treadmill brands have gone through minor improvements in its different features but the Epic View 550 Treadmill has gone further by including an entertainment system which includes a music port that allows you to plug any music player giving you the same stereo quality sound to keep you entertained while doing your workout. [...]

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Epic 425 MX Treadmill Review

December 9, 2009

Even though it is cheaper, the Epic 425 MX Treadmill has all the features that you’d usually only find in more expensive treadmills. Just like the 3.0 continuous duty HP motor or the 60’’ long running treadbelt. These features are good enough for walkers or joggers, but it may not be enough if you want [...]

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Epic XTR Treadmill Review

December 7, 2009

The Epic XTr Treadmill is fully packed with features and innovative ideas from Epic, all in a budget treadmill that will go easy on your wallet and provide you with all the features of more expensive models from other brands. But the full pack of features may hide a weak construction and small flaws that [...]

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Epic 450 MX Treadmill Review

November 24, 2009

Get fit with the Epic 450 MX treadmill, the state-of-the-art machine that will surely burn those calories away. Why? Because this treadmill is run by a commercial grade 2.25 horsepower motor that packs a speed range of 0 to 10 miles per hour and an incline range of 0 to 10 percent. Underneath the 20 [...]

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Epic 600 MX Treadmill Review

November 18, 2009

Epic, a brand developed by by Icon fitness is almost unique among the many brands Icon makes. Besides the fact that Epic is Icon’s brand and that of another company, the most peculiar thing about Epic is that they are actually known for quality, both among there customers and reviewers alike.
The Epic 600 MX treadmill [...]

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Epic View 550 Treadmill Review

November 13, 2009

The Epic View 550 treadmill is rated as a best buy by multiple reviewers and quite simply it is.
A particularly good machine from Icon that is particularly of note for not only having a 7″ LCD TV, but also having a multi color on screen display which can either be turned off or shown over the [...]

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