Precor AMT 835 with Open Stride Review Review

Precor has been a name you can trust the Precor AMT 835 with Open Stride Review is no different. This elliptical is in the mid-range line and part of the Precor’s 830 Line of the Experience Series machines. The main selling point of this particular model is the Open Stride^TM that many people are really enjoying.

This elliptical comes in at $9395 and is one of the best machines in the AMT line up. Other models include AMT 813, AMT 833, AMT 835, and AMT 885, each with a slightly different spec profile.

The AMT 835 comes with three sets of handlebars so you can pick and choose which one you feel most comfortable on, a free suspension design that allows you to use a shorter stride or a standard stride depending on your own personal preference, as well as a stride height from 6.8 to 10 inches high with a length that can be adjusted anywhere from 0 to 36 inches. The flexibility you get with this machine is unparalleled and is one thing is really drawing people to purchase it.

This machine will also offer you 20 levels of resistance to choose from so you can custom build the workout to your own desire. This also makes it a great choice for anyone, no matter what their fitness level happens to be.

Because this machine is so very flexible, this means it can easily be used as an elliptical trainer, a treadmill, or a stair climber depending on your own personal preferences.

Included on this machine are also Precor’s new P30 Console with Motion controls and Quick Start. This provides you with over 20 different electronic workout programs, 6 built-in workout programs, an electronic keypad, a reading rack as well as an outlet to charge any USB drive based electronics.

Finally, the machine provides a very large LED screen so that you can make navigating your way through your workout a breeze.

The machine comes with a massive warranty of 7 years for the frame, 2 years on parts, and one year on labor.

Our Favorite Features

• All-in-one design with 3 sets of handlebars
• C-SAFE enabled and FitLinxx compatible
• Low-impact with wider range of motion
• Adjustable stride length from 0 to 36 inches
• Adjustable stride height 6.5 to 10 inches
• Stride Dial™ feature
• Warranty of 7 years on the frame, 2 years on parts and 1 on labor .
• 21 electronic workout readouts
• Self-powered
• Motion Controls console feature
• Safety features

Precor AMT 835 with Open Stride Treadmill - Notable Specs:

Overall Rating:	5-stars
Compact / Folding:	No
Incline:	13 - 40 degrees
Stride Length:	0 - 36 inches
Flywheel:	N/A
Programs:	15 preset programs
Fan:	No
Weight Capacity:	500 LBS
Dimensions:	80" L x 32" W x 68" H

Our Least Favorite Features

• Drive System information missing
• No fan or speakers built into console
• Only 6 Workout Programs
• Loud Motor
• Size of LED display screen not specified
• Max Weight 350 pounds
• Limited warranty for price point

The Bottom Line

This model beats out the pricier AMT 885 model that is well over $2,000 more. The 835 is still designed with the Open Stride™ feature unique to these trainers, and also comes with a design that requires little to maintenance. The modest console offers users just what they need and not much else, but the unique design of the AMT trainer speaks for itself. Bottom line: you can’t beat a piece of equipment that boasts three machines in one.

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