Horizon E1201 Elliptical Review

If you fell in love with the Horizon 1200 elliptical, then you will surely love the E1201 elliptical as it replaced the 1200 model. It does not only promote an intensive work out but it make sure that you are entertained by your ever dependable IPod as it has its own IPod dock with console controls. It is perfect for music lovers and health buffs who want a little groove on their workout.

Horizon E1201 Specifications:horizon-e1201-

  • Front-drive frame design
  • Low step-on height
  • 18-lb flywheel
  • Magnetic brake resistance
  • 1-16 motorized resistance range
  • Extra-long 19″ stride
  • Pivoting foot plate
  • Power incline
  • 7 (3 open-ended and 4 saved workouts)
  • iPod® dock with console controls
  • Warranties: lifetime frame & brake, 1-year power incline motor, 4-year parts, 1-year labor
  • 300-lb user capacity

When I heard of the new elliptical from Horizon that replaced the 1200 model, I was eager to try it out. I was expecting for it to be an improved and better version and it really is an improved and definitely a better version. With the vast improvement in quality, I can say that this elliptical is the most comfortable and most sturdy among the entire line of Horizon elliptical.

Although this machine is proven to be sturdy and stable, I find the 300 lb. user capacity as something that needs to be worked on. I guess my question is what will happen if I have a friend who wants to work out on the machine but weighs more than 300 lbs. it’s a good thing that none of my housemates weigh as much but chances are, there will always be an individual who would want to use the machine who weighs beyond the user capacity.

What I love best about this Horizon Elliptical is the IPod dock with console controls. It will definitely make work out more enjoyable and fun. The IPod dock charges your unit while you can conveniently control the console. This is the perfect feature for music and work out lovers. Now you don’t have to worry about dropping your IPod while you are working out as you can easily place it on the dock.

With the 19” stride of this elliptical, it is considered to be a great machine for the long legged. It gives natural and confident movement and the narrow pedal spacing mimics your normal gait. But some may find it uncomfortable to use if they have short legs. Plus the 7 built in work outs gives the user plenty of work out routines to choose from. You can choose from three open-ended programs and the other four are saved work outs. Although some would say that there should be more programs for a wider variety of workout routine.

One thing that would be considered as the biggest challenge for the owners of the Horizon E1201 is that it is hard to store. It may be hard to store, but it is easy to assemble.

Pros:

  • Comfortable
  • Sturdy
  • Stable
  • Fun IPod Dock Console
  • Easy to assemble
  • Promotes natural and confident movement

Cons:

  • low weight user capacity
  • needs more programs
  • hard to store

The Horizon E1201 is one great machine, not the best since it is not really the high end type but you can get the value of your money with this machine. It’s one great buy provided that you don’t weigh above 250 lbs.

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