Smooth fitness is the #1 seller of fitness equipment on the Internet. They are the only manufacturer of fitness equipment to primarily sell over the Internet.
By selling online, they eliminate the overhead costs of retail sales and are thus able to sell comparable equipment well below the price of other treadmill companies (which means you get a higher quality treadmill for less)
In fact unlike other treadmill brands they are primarily focused on their online customers:
"Smooth Fitness is not a retail company that also sells fitness equipment online as a side business. The Internet is our primary sales medium (over 90% of sales). We are geared towards the sale, service and fulfillment of cyber customers." - Smooth Fitness Website
Because of their unique position as an Internet treadmill wholesaler, they have set the standard for online ordering. Their website includes everything a potential buyer needs to know about their purchase including:
- detailed pictures
- prevalent contact information
One of Smooth's most impressive features is their extensive treadmill warranties - some of the best in the business - which gives you an idea of the quality of parts Smooth uses.
(Lifetime motor warranties on ALL treadmills, even the Smooth 5.25 at $999).
When investing in a treadmill, you also need to consider the experience of the treadmill manufacturer. SmoothFitness has been in the fitness equipment business for over 20 years and has been selling on the Internet for over 7 years which means they know their treadmills and they know their business.
Because of this Smooth treadmills have received high treadmill ratings from experts like Runner's World, About.com Prevention Magazine, ePinions and Monster Ratings.
Treadmills are usually shipped within 2-4 business days of the approved order and the customer can expect to receive their treadmill within 5-10 business days (in the contiguous U.S.) You can even track your order at the website.
Shipping is Free on all Smooth Treadmills.
Smooth Fitness places a high emphasis on customer service, so much so that they offer a 30-day money back guarantee with each treadmill and you can even call or e-mail them after you've bought your treadmill should you need any assistance.
What The Experts Say:
Runner's World:
Runner's World reviews treadmill approximately every 3 years. In the past two treadmills ratings Smooth ranked in the top ten.
About.com
About.com is one of the largest information resources found on the Internet. The site covers hundreds of topics, including fitness and exercise. They have reviewed and rated two Smooth treadmills and one of the "Best Buys" in the mid-range and high-end.
ConsumerGuide:
ConsumerGuide stated, "Smooth Fitness is still somewhat of a newcomer to the home market, but few manufacturers pack as much innovation into this price range as they do."
Prevention Magazine:
Prevention Magazine has a readership of over 11 million. In their treadmill reviews they gave the Smooth 5.0 (now the Smooth 5.25) and 9.1 high marks. In particular they described the Smooth treadmills as the "Best Bargain".
