SB Fitness CT550 Self Generated Curved Treadmill

The treadmill has been great . The assembly was pretty easy, definitely easier with 2 people.
Takes a few uses to get used to running on it but it is well worth it. You will have great workout. The belt is much easier on the knees and back and the treadmill makes you use better form. This is well worth the purchase.

I only recently became aware of manual treadmills and after considerable research, I decided to go with the CT550. The treadmill was delivered quickly. Assembly was straightforward and much easier than I expected. I referenced the assembly video on YouTube and it helped tremendously. Everything was up and running within an hour after unboxing all the components and taking my time with the assembly process. I have been using the treadmill every day and am very happy with my decision to purchase it. It's taking me some time to work out the balance and walking speed, but it is an amazing workout! The only downside was the lack of information in the user manual about how to use the digital display. In my opinion, the treadmill is well worth the investment. I look forward to using my CT550 for many, many years to come!

I chose the SB 550 because I wanted to get a better workout than just trying to move my feet to keep up with a motorized moving platform. Both my husband and I were astonished at the difference and how we are working muscles that we never have on a treadmill, or even by taking an actual walk outside. The machine is SOLID! We're so glad we made this investment!

Wanted to give my update after one year. I listed many of my pros/cons in my last review but wanted to give an update.

One year later I have had no issues with this treadmill. Still functions as well as the day it arrived. I still think the monitor can be improved, and at this point I have let the batteries die, and just use my Garmin watch to track calories and heart rate. The other con I pointed out about the tension rod. I do believe this actually adds quite a bit of toughness after using it for a year, so that is not a con anymore.

I think this is a great addition, I run regularly on it and my wife walks almost everyday with a weighted vest and loves it as well. Great to be able to use in our cold winters year round.

Have recommended this company based on customer service, product, and with how pleased I am so far a year later. Would buy again!

We're happy with our choice to get the CT550. The packaging and delivery were good, everything there, and assembly was pretty easy. It is useful to refer to the YouTube videos for cable connecting during assembly. It takes some getting used to after years of a having a great motorized treadmill, and it kicks your butt at first (our use is fast-paced walking). Once you are used to it though, it works great and a better workout than typical treadmills. The only minor weakness is the user manual - it needs improvement.

The treadmill has been great . The assembly was pretty easy, definitely easier with 2 people.
Takes a few uses to get used to running on it but it is well worth it. You will have great workout. The belt is much easier on the knees and back and the treadmill makes you use better form. This is well worth the purchase.

I only recently became aware of manual treadmills and after considerable research, I decided to go with the CT550. The treadmill was delivered quickly. Assembly was straightforward and much easier than I expected. I referenced the assembly video on YouTube and it helped tremendously. Everything was up and running within an hour after unboxing all the components and taking my time with the assembly process. I have been using the treadmill every day and am very happy with my decision to purchase it. It's taking me some time to work out the balance and walking speed, but it is an amazing workout! The only downside was the lack of information in the user manual about how to use the digital display. In my opinion, the treadmill is well worth the investment. I look forward to using my CT550 for many, many years to come!

I chose the SB 550 because I wanted to get a better workout than just trying to move my feet to keep up with a motorized moving platform. Both my husband and I were astonished at the difference and how we are working muscles that we never have on a treadmill, or even by taking an actual walk outside. The machine is SOLID! We're so glad we made this investment!

Wanted to give my update after one year. I listed many of my pros/cons in my last review but wanted to give an update.

One year later I have had no issues with this treadmill. Still functions as well as the day it arrived. I still think the monitor can be improved, and at this point I have let the batteries die, and just use my Garmin watch to track calories and heart rate. The other con I pointed out about the tension rod. I do believe this actually adds quite a bit of toughness after using it for a year, so that is not a con anymore.

I think this is a great addition, I run regularly on it and my wife walks almost everyday with a weighted vest and loves it as well. Great to be able to use in our cold winters year round.

Have recommended this company based on customer service, product, and with how pleased I am so far a year later. Would buy again!

We're happy with our choice to get the CT550. The packaging and delivery were good, everything there, and assembly was pretty easy. It is useful to refer to the YouTube videos for cable connecting during assembly. It takes some getting used to after years of a having a great motorized treadmill, and it kicks your butt at first (our use is fast-paced walking). Once you are used to it though, it works great and a better workout than typical treadmills. The only minor weakness is the user manual - it needs improvement.