Horizon ex-77 Elliptical Review
Machine: Horizon ex 77 Elliptical Trainer
Overview: The Horizon ex-77 Elliptical Trainer is among Horizon’s strongest elliptical trainers. It’s built for comfort the Horizon Fitness ex77 has articulating foot pads and multi-position handlebars. The 300 lb weight capacity isn’t just an important spec for heavy users, but a sign that the Horizon Fitness ex 77 elliptical is solid enough to handle frequent vigorous workouts. Horizon backs up their claim that this is a sturdy machine with a lifetime warranty on the frame and break, with 1 year on parts and labor. The 18”-19” variable stride lets users chose the right footpath for them. It also features 14 workout programs and 16 resistance levels to help you increase the intensity of your workout at a steady pace to keep you from hitting an exercise plateau. The Horizon ex-77 Elliptical Trainer includes a built-in speaker system with MP3 player port, which is an extremely popular feature among customers.
Features
Price – $999
Stride Length – 18” – 19” variable stride
Challenging Programs – 14+
Resistance Levels -16
Upper Body – yes
Heart Rate Monitor – yes
Weight Capacity – 300lbs
Console Gadgets – Console speakers with MP3 player input, and headphone output
Convenience/Extras – Pivoting foot plate lets your foot move normally, front drive frame design
Warranty – Lifetime frame & brake, 1-year power incline, 1-year parts & labor
Lowest Price -
$999
As is the case with most Horizon elliptical trainers, the Horizon Fitness ex-77 Elliptical is designed with a low, 10 inch step on height that gives you plenty of room overhead so low ceilings aren’t a problem. The ex 77 features one of the smoothest and quietist rides an elliptical at this price has to offer due to its magnetic brake and fairly large 14lb flywheel. Thanks to the pivoting foot plates your ankles and knees don’t experience the kind of stress you get with the fixed pedals of cheaper machines. The built-in speakers and iPod input are just the icing on the cake that make this Horizon Fitness ex77 elliptical a really appealing purchase.
The 14lb flywheel, while not bad for an elliptical of this price, doesn’t compare to the Horizon ex-68 Elliptical’s 17.6 lb flywheel. The display isn’t top of the line and the information it shows is somewhat limited.
The Horizon ex 77 Elliptical Trainer finds a great balance between sturdy design and comfort while still delivering standard features in terms of stride, resistance and workout programs.