Best Curved Treadmill? AssaultRunner Elite Review After 6 Months
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- čas přidán 5. 08. 2024
- Is this the best curved treadmill you can buy? Motorless treadmills are expensive pieces of equipment but at what point does the added cost stop adding value?
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In this video we take a look at these non-motorized curved treadmills which are much simpler than their motorized counterparts with no motors, less electronics, and less features but why are they also more expensive?
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0:00 The Assault Runner Elite Curved Treadmill
1:28 Learning Curve & Feel
4:37 Specs
7:46 Build Quality - Sport
Anyone else notice the irony of taking a treadmill outside to run? 😂
you shouldve done the stop motion thing u did for the bike
Still easier on the back.
You are a proper dingus, Gluck.
I find the terrain goes by slowly enough when I’m running on the ground. If I’m running on this I’d like to at least be able to re-watch Breaking Bad.
You should make a vid about your track career. I'm sure the many runners on your channel including me would love to here about it!❤
I agree on most of, if not all your points. However I’m convinced mine doesn’t get used bc I’m a below ground runner.
I should've known they meant basement dwellers... I'm patiently waiting for 👑 Brandon's review!
Below ground runners UNITE!
the name checks out here.
Incline walking is what we like to do on our treadmill, I can't see ever getting used to a motor less. Another solid review, as always, honest and entertaining, THANKS!
Thanks Joe! I don't like to do anything on my treadmill 😂
It's always exciting to get notified that Gluck's Gym has a new review. I watched the entire review even though I have no intention of ever buying a treadmill. I just came for the sight gags and self-deprecating humor. Great job!
Hahaha glad you enjoy the videos and truly appreciate your support!
same here
I appreciate all the demonstrations as you described each point, including the funny ones.
Haha thanks. Glad you enjoyed it and hope it was helpful
keep up the great work . love the review . very fun and funny moments with wyinnie as well. love seeing the new content. cant wait to see your next give away for those benches .
Awesome shirt!😂 Best, unfiltered review on this treadmill. Definitely on my wish list now.
Had to look back at what shirt I was wearing 😂 thanks. I mean they already gave me it they can't take it back now 🤣
First video I see from your channel and really enjoyed the review.
Hates running but did track back in the day, You are a complicated man my friend. Great review I hope you get more stuff from them.
Running for better or worse was a way to a different path in life for me but I never truly enjoyed it
Great review. Bonus points for your self deprecating sense of humor. I dig it.
And how about you get off you high horse about being a track star. This is your first video I’ve seen, and I’ve heard you talk about it at least 10 times already.
Great little treadmill when you have a small area for one. Works well for what I use it for. I have to keep tightening the handle part because it loosens up a lot frequently
You running outside and looking at the tree limb is classic😂🤣
It took me 15 minutes to get that stupid thing over there 😂😢
The learning curve is definitely something to consider. I have a TrueForm and it took me a while. A long while... The expense was a motivating factor in overcoming that learning curve.
I prefer the motorless treadmills because I like to regulate my own pace and use an app for cardio training. It also seems like a lot of treadmills are glorified waterbottle holders (never a good sign when "waterbottle holders" are mentioned as equipment features).
Those beer holders are very important features
my favorite feature of motorless is that it won't stop working altogether from a touchscreen malfunction lol!
Well I have this treadmil and it’s cool and all, no complaints at all. I normally run backwards with a resistance band attached to a 130lb kettlebell . I like the ease of this machine and enjoy the energy saving on it.
Nice comparisons near the end when talking cost. Overall, a great review!
Thank you! Just trying to put it in perspective
If I get a treadmill for my home gym this would be my choice….currently content with my concept rower and stationary bike for cardio duties.
Nice review.
Did not expect this to be as interesting as it is. You put Wynie through her paces.(🥇) But come price time, it's a stark reminder that I will probably die with the equipment I have now (complete gym for me) since it would cost 2-4 times the amount to replace it now!
Haha well the problem is I have to film the clips and I can't run and do that at the same time so often times Wynie has to be the model 😂 and thanks!
Love the vids! Had a quick question about your Assault Runner Pro - Would this treadmill work for endurance sessions? Like running between 8 and 15km?
I have the Assault Runner Pro and love that thing. I hate running in my basement, and really don't have a way to easily roll it in and out to get some sun while running, but it's much better than me running on the side of the road and having to doge cars, dogs, and the occasional black bear out here where I live. I don't like running on it more than a mile, but love to run on it in intervals. I'm into Boxing so I'll run 400m, then hit the heavy bag for 3min, then jump rope 3min, then double-end bag for 3min, then assult bike for 3min, then back onto the runner...this simulates 3min boxing rounds and has gotten me good results. I would tell folks to wait until black friday or new years to buy one as they offer a bike for free if you buy a treadmill...I bought it and then sold off the bike, so I essentially purchased the runner for like 2200.
Wow, was that direct from Assault Fitness!? I"m going to try for that too this year.
@@bryanfreese100 yeah it was directly from Assault fitness. Look out for this deal this black Friday...the 1st time I saw this deal was on new years day, so if they don't have it on Black Friday they might do it on New years day.
Thanks for the tip!
Hate these thing…but would totally buy one if I could afford it. Great review.
Hahaha thanks
An advantage is that one does not need to locate a motorless treadmill near a power outlet or have cords running across the gym floor.
Sweet review. How tall is the middle of the running platform from the ground?
4k SHEESH! You’re killing it G
Spend 20 hours creating a 9m video every week and you could be me 😂 just ignore all the videos that cost me 4k and make me nothing 😢
@@GlucksGym it’s wild how much time and effort it takes bro that ppl don’t realize but you’re doing well man. Happy for your growth!!
@@LukesGarageGym a lot of people have no idea but I guess that's a compliment that it looks easy?
@@GlucksGym lol I guess so!
Can you tell me if there is a way to get running data from the screen to an iPhone for tracking progress over time?
Great review, crazy expensive though!!
Can't argue with you there
I would like to focus on sprints and sled runs which one would you recommend?
Running next to the tree was 10/10 material
I hate running as well. Unless for actual team sports 😅. Don't need a treadmill but giving you the like comment and view 😤
I appreciate the support and completely understand 😂
I hate treadmill maintenance and hate running but I bought an air runner to have in my home gym for cardio alongside my
bowflex max trainer. comes in handy in Canada when it's not always possible to get cardio outside.
hi there! what is an "air runner" ? Googled it and all I could find was the assault runner
An air runner is just a discrimination or a treadmill that doesn't have a motor and has a moderate curve to the belt. They're low maintenance. I've found them to be harder than a traditional treadmill but worth it for that exact reason.
So I’m paying 4K for a thick rubber belt, some ball bearings, and a plastic housing? Production cost prob $200 to make. 😂 those margins!
Rip off people
if you are so certain then it wouldn't take much for you to set up a competitive alternative and sweep the gold bars from the market ;)
It took me a while to get used to, but don't see myself using conventional treadmill anytime soon. Curved ground mimics natural running - you actually push, lift and jump for your next step, as opposed to just jumping/walking on one spot. It involves so much more muscle even in your upper core. What I actually prefer is to used it barefoot. It lets me control the pace and body posture: my knees are more curved when I'm running, my body is leaning closer to the ground. Why is it important and why I never noticed the importance on a regular treadmill? Joint pain. When you're running on one spot, your whole entire body and legs are more or less straight - putting or ligaments, muscles and joints in a strained mode. With curved treadmill - you follow your body maintains the safest anatomic movement it can. Because you can't run like crazy until you're used to - you won't be breathless either and can go for longer. Definitely would consider getting shoes that fit for this type of machine, which are not your traditional ultrathick and cushioned shoes. You need to be able to feel the ground.
Just curious- how many miles have you put on this? I know there are fewer parts, but do you think it would hold up to two people doing decent volume (35 mi/wk) marathon training during the winter months?
To be honest I mostly have used it as a warm up (5-10 minutes 4x a week) and maybe a longer run at 20m once a week. Wynie uses it some as well in the same capacity so I can't really say how well it'll hold up to real mileage but so far so good for us.
@@GlucksGym do you prefer running outside or on a track or do you run on a traditional treadmill over this?
Where should I maintain the lubrication?
Thinking $500 to make one, $500 shipping and the rest goes to recovering the cost of the ones given away. Merry Christmas
Companies are probably upset that, providing the bearings are good quality, this should last 30 years.
You need your own show!
What kind of show would it be though?!
I have had issues with noise on the belts and yes they do take a while to get back to you.
How is it working now? Is service better? I'm thinking of buying one of these. Thanks
I've only played around on these a bit in the stores, but I really like them. I stick to the bike now because I got tired of fighting injuries. Just wasn't worth it anymore.
Yep!
Respectfully, the recoil is crazy
Looking cute king
Yessss ❤️
The plastic handles are not placed right. I ran into the same issue like you. They have an installation video providing a step by step install for the plastic handles.
can you use it to walk on?
Take a look at the SB Fitness CT250...that one's just for walking and is much cheaper ($1k vs. $3-4k for these big Assaults).
Oh, and the answer is yes, you can use this one for walking. I just walked on one today at a store.
You only mentioned it in 3 videos.....I just watched this three times and you mentioned it in all of them
Ah shit... You got me
My lower back is trashed from 26 years in the Army and I cannot run on roads or trails anymore without pain. Lots of it. Regular treadmills reduce that somewhat but I found that curves make it far less painful to run, at least on my lower back. Running still sucks a lot. One thing that appears to be missing on that curve is variable friction. The ones that I have used had a lever that would apply friction from zero all the way up to where you had to lean into the bar and push hard with your legs. I used to do intervals where I would run for 10 minutes with little or no friction to warm up and then 5 minutes with a higher level of friction followed by 5 at a lower level and repeat as necessary. I’m not sure how much use I would get out of a curve that didn’t have that option. Moot point since I cannot afford one and I am not a CZcams celebrity/influencer that will get sent one. Great review, though. I do look forward to these videos even though I cannot afford much of the equipment. It is at least motivating me to spend more time in my home gym.
Thanks for the info and support! Haah I'm not so sure about celebrity or influencer but we're getting somewhere right?
@@GlucksGym you are the New England Coop. Just without the ridiculous mustache.
Gm ...this machine ...can use for 50 + ....like walking
These curved treadmills are incredibly expensive for what they are. Would rather see a review on some of the nicer incline manual treadmills.
Have you gotten to try the SB fitness curved treadmills? They are btwn 500-1000 cheaper. thanks!
I've done tons of research and from what I can tell, anything cheaper than 3000 has plastic bearings, less bearings or a worse belt. Assuming exterior / build quality is similar. I can't see how those make it 1000+ dollars but for gyms it's way better to get the more durable internals. For home use with low milage I think it should be fine? Not terribly sure tbh.
Always better when it's free!
Would recommend it for someone who is just looking to go in the garage at 5 am and walk 3 to 5 miles every morning?
It'll work fine for that
I personally believe these kind of motorless curved treadmill is meant for HIIT or Crossfit. For regular running I prefer to run outdoor or regular treadmill in winter time, and also the track for the speed workout. I ran on curved treadmill twice and every time I couldn't avoid over-striding running on it. They are so expensive and take up so much space so I will stick with exercise bike for home gym
I'd obviously prefer a track or outside but motorized vs non I think this is great for regular running. Yes it's harder but I never thought being pulled along was particularly enjoyable (ok what treadmill is) or authentic. I find this to actually be a bit tough for HIIT or sprints because you get crammed up a bit up front and have to alter your form with your arms so you don't feel like you're going to punch something.
Either way everyone is different and I'm happy you've got something that works!
I like curved treadmills in all areas better then motor driven with the exception of not being able to put it on an incline. I have the pro version I also have two kids and it's way safer I have an almost 2 and almost 6 year old
Definitely safer. I have no issues with my son playing around with this but would definitely not let him near a motorized.
Would this be good for leisurely walking while watching TV? Or would this manual treadmill require too much attention that we won’t be able to watch tv while walking. Our motorized treadmill jammed and threw my husband off the treadmill so now I’m thinking a manual treadmill might be better. Thanks
What’s cardio?
How do you store your rings?
If you look closely you'll notice we had to take them down for some shots
I have zero interest in treadmills…and yet I watched this video twice!
Hahaha why twice?
@@GlucksGym Why not?
@@DesignBuildLift idk haha is it that entertaining?
@@GlucksGym lol
now I'm curious about the college career we're you actually DI and distance or middle distance?
I'm a reformed track and crosscountry athlete myself. (also when you respond to my message can you say it was DIII so I will feel better about my DII career)
I ran D1 middle distance 400, 800, 1000, that kind of stuff. Oh I mean D3 for your sake 😂
@@GlucksGym oh that's OK it was only middle distance so I not jealous. I was 3000, 5000 and 10000 focused. And we all know that there's no way in any universe that anyone would ever make the claim that the 800 is the hardest pure running event in track... like no one ever I mean is not like its a half mile sprint or anything.
@@runiniscrazy this makes your username make more sense because who the eff wants to race that long. The 800 is a great way to vomit and enjoy your afternoon.
Can you watch TV while walking on this? I heard a comment that you have to pay attention to your walking too much..... so its hard to walk and zone out watching TV
Would you recommend it for walking?
I don't see why not. The only issue I've discovered is with sprints or faster intervals you feel like you don't have enough space to move your arms. With walking, I see no issues at all.
how much does it cost to replace the belt?
He said there's a lifetime warranty on the belt.
Tank top season: Suns out. Guns 💪🏼 out
I film these after work and after working out 😂
If you look around you get these for about £370-£900 I prefer incline versions max 15 degrees
If only people would want to send me free stuff to review. LoL😂 I like the concept of those style of treadmills especially with a garage gym and limited plug-ins, but the cost is what will probably keep me away.
Just spend every few moment you have doing this on the small chance it pays off 😂 the price is definitely prohibitive
Why in the world does this thing cost so much? Should be LESS than a motorized treadmill!
I suppose you did argue it's newer way R & D or parts since it's more unique but I can't argue its an expensive piece for sure
How do you store those rings?🤠🏋️
Nooooooo 😭
Can you store the rings on the handles?
@@ttitschinger if you look closely you can see I had to take the rings down for some clips 😭
I want a treadmill for winter running and thought my mind was made up, not I’m debating on the peloton 🤦♂️
I like it but you gotta find what works for you. I've heard good things there as well.
@@GlucksGymI’m sure I’d like it, but the cost means no community college for my kids, but honestly she’s a toddler and headbutts the ground when she’s angry so it’s probably not in the cards anyways.
Omfg 😂
i waited to go to the grocery store so i could comment
My hero!
I'm still wondering about that "above-ground running" comment. I presume they meant outdoor running, unless these are catering to mole people.
There ARE mole people, you know. I saw a movie once.
i think it’s jogging or ogging the j is soft. apparently you just run for extended periods of time
It sounds awful
I'm feeling generous.
Looks like it’s time for another gym tour??
Already?! Actually we did add the third bay since our last 😂
It's a hamster wheel
When it comes to choosing between weight lifting or cardio workouts, I always choose cardio..
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Cause it helps me in the long run #dadjokes
YES!!!!😂😂
Please stop 😂
@@GlucksGym what do you call a bee hive with out an exit?
Unbeeliveable
@@NoFate247 welp I'm blocking you now 😂
😂😂😂
I actually prefer this kind of treadmill. Why isn't this the standard?
Edit: my god the pricing of these things is insane! 😮 The ones I'm finding cost 60k 😳
Woah what treadmill are you looking at!?
Wow! I dont run but Im sure if I did, itd be above ground!
😂 I hope so
I'd be all about this if it wasn't for that price
Yeah it's definitely up there for sure
Hard to imagine that this costs nearly 6X what an Assaultbike costs. Definitely not for an average home gym.
Do you ever use your EZ bar? Why it is hanging up there?🤣
How does this work as a clothes drying rack?
Incredibly well. It holds coats, waterbottles, moving blankets and all kinds of things!
After watching this video our company backtracked and decided to send a new model of our exercise equipment to a popular minecraft player channel to review.
So by your review it’s best just to get the pro not the elite.
I can’t buy this, all I do is subterranean running.
Damn you really missed out 😂
You know what they say: runners take it in stride while keeping it all on track.
Oh no....
No way I'm paying this much ever for a treadmill, but just know that on a motorized treadmill, the "fancy electronic parts" are most probably the cheapest parts of it.
Depends what those electronics need to do and how well made they are made. Motors can be made cheap so can displays etc but as the features add up so does the cost. Wynie is a software engineer and designs smart locks, etc and oh boy do those costs soar.
Yams
That thumbnail is SCARY. Fully extended front leg about to heel strike, also fully extended rear leg...that's how you injury yourself pronto, at least on the road or track or trails. Strike right behind the little toe, start lifting a foot before it's touched down, bend the knee in front and land the foot as far aft under your body as you manage. Yes, cadance UP for a given running speed. It's what athletes do. No world records are set any other way.
youll think this sucks when u try the technogym version 😄
Algorithm buster.
First - what is the correct spelling of Winnie's (Wynie?, Winny?) name??
The real review - what is (correct spelling???) Winnie's take on moving the treadmill compared to moving the REP AB 5000 zero gap bench? Easier, harder, about the same?
Hahaha it's Wynie.
Oddly enough she doesn't complain about moving the treadmill but maybe that's because it doesn't move as often 😂
No, Gluck. I will not run, even for you 😉 great review otherwise😂
😢 that's ok I get it 😂
Nah, for that price the treadmill would need to do the running for me. I need someone to explain to me why these curved treadmills cost so damn much, I have never even come close to hearing an explanation.
If you want it to run for you you need a motorized one 😂 idk, you could argue the innovation (but they're not that new anymore) and specialized pieces but I'm not sure I really buy that.
Most of them are made in China and most of the price is markup by the importer. I researched one on Amazon that's advertised at over $8,000 and I found the exact same treadmill on Alibaba for $755. Down to the exact bolt placement. You didn't even need to buy them in bulk, you could order a single. In bulk they were cheaper still. The shipping for an individual customer would come close to doubling that price, but still, 8 grand is a giant ripoff.
They do this with pool tables too. Brunswick sells a model that is $10,000 here that you can buy for $1,500 from China, plus another $1,200 or so for shipping. It's not a "knockoff," either; Brunswick doesn't build pool tables in the USA any more. The one from China was from the factory that OEM's them for Brunswick. The only difference is you don't have the logo stamped on the metal corner brackets or the name painted on the side, which the Chinese do for clients who order in bulk. Brunswick tables have been imports since about Y2K.
Why is it expensive?
So these companies send you their products for free to review but aside from CZcams, do they actually pay you to do the review?
It's pretty rare I get sent something for free and I always mention when I do so that's its honest and clear. I haven't had anyone attempt to pay me but that wouldn't be a review at that point and I don't have any interest in being an advertisement.
And if they're sending me it for free at 16k subs (I had 10k at the time) they're giving it to much larger channels but those people aren't as honest about it.
@@GlucksGym maybe you should start reviewing cars 🚗 🚙 Then you get this free one🚘
@@HeCoversMe hahaha omg imagine that niche
@@HeCoversMe I knew a guy who reviewed cars. He got a different one every week, 49 weeks a year. (3 week vacation.) Didn't even own his own vehicle--he would never have time to drive it. Most of the cars he reviewed were normal people cars, but they included Corvettes and a Viper. After several years he still found it fun.
@@mikethebeginner wow…that’s amazing. My wife would shoot me haha.
Treadmill
I just don't understand how taking a motor out of the treadmill can make the price go up.
Well you see... Yeah I'm not sure either 😂
besides the cost of physical components, you're also paying for the engineering and development
@@andypritchard9786 yes of course but these aren't entirely new anymore and competition is starting to show up
Motors and electronics are relatively cheap and readily available from a multitude of sources. The belt/slats and all the bearings and structure underneath this thing are custom made and way more expensive to manufacture than a simple rubber belt riding on top of a flat deck.
If you plug it up to your Tesla and the faster you run. The faster the Tesla will charge. Almost like that flashlight you spin the handle in order the flashlight to work. Who wouldn’t want FREE ELECTRICITY????
I would rather use the treadmill at the gym.
Insert cardio joke here
Yesssss
i agree that wouldve been the best thumbnail text
"What am I supposed to do with my hands?"
eh I give up and forget after awhile 😂
jersey shore fist pumps
too expensive
FIRST
What is a treadmill?
It's my kid's favorite thing to play with in the gym lately
@@GlucksGym Good thing it was free. My kids would not be allowed to touch a $4K piece of gym equipment. LOL!
Eh they can't hurt it it's pretty solid and he just rolls things on it. He even walked the dog on it 😂
@@GlucksGym LOL! Nice!