I bought the A50/XUR in November and waited several months so I could use the machine for a while before writing a review. First, the A50 is a replacement of a NordicTrack elliptical machine that literally came to pieces after five years, and a Yowza machine I had prior to that. There is no comparison between either of those machines and the A50 in terms of build quality or performance. The higher purchase price of the A50 is more than justified by its performance and the built in variety of workouts it provides, and I am quite certain that even at every other day high intensity workouts it will last much longer than my previous ellipticals. Itās built like a truck. Iām giving five stars but I do have a couple of comments/recommendations. 1) It could use a built in fan, my typical workouts last about 47 minutes and when Iām finished Iām drenched in sweat. A fan would make things more comfortable. 2) It tracks workouts very nicely but after the first three months or so it seems to have forgotten the data of the workouts Iād completed to that point. This is a bummer because I like to track my progress and the positive feedback is quite encouraging. Iām going to contact the dealer that sold it to me (Kim at Portland Fitness Equipment) to see how I can avoid that in the future. Other than that itās been awesome.
I use these in conjunction with the FST30 for my workouts. The adjustment control is smooth and the weights feel ergonomic. Very easy to use for all my dumbbell workouts. The stand puts them at an easy height to grab them, especially helpful when you get up toward 80 pounds. Would recommend for anyone looking for a dumbbell set, way less expensive than trying to buy individual weights to 80 pounds.
Itās been 60 days and Iām thrilled with my new Matrix Elliptical E50. I shopped around a little for an elliptical but decided to invest in a Matrix due to their high quality and smaller footprint. Iāve used Matrix equipment in Marriott properties around the U.S., and am so pleased to have the same quality now at home. I particularly like how quiet it is and how smooth the mechanics are. I selected a smaller screen option because I donāt need the extra screen time after a normal day, but still wanted some of the app features that are available on the Matrix. Iāve never purchased or had home gym equipment before, and Iām really enjoying the convenience this affords. I use it 4-5 days per week, for 45 minutes a day.
Extra long treadmill with large screen that connects to your phone and has many apps too. If you are choosing between Life Fitness brand and Matrix brand, Matrix is far better.
The FTR30 is a great addition to our home gym. White glove delivery and installation was timely and professional.
If youāre looking for an affordable treadmill that is high quality and has all the features available that your treadmill at the gym has, look no further!
I love my elliptical! Even though I am under 5 feet the stride is comfortable for me, and I get an excellent workout.
The videos are good and really help pass the time on the treadmill, but they all have the same music. And it is the same music as Packs A and D, which is why I gave 4 stars rather than 5. I just ordered Packs B,C, and E and am hoping that they will have different music
I did a lot of research on rowing machines and had almost given up on having a rower at home because of all the reviews about them breaking down and noise. I went into Johnson Fitness and talked to Troy, he certainly guided me the right way. I bought the Matrix rower, itās super easy to assemble, sturdy, quiet and oh so much fun. Iāve used it for over two weeks twice a day, my husband can watch tv in the same room if he wants and there is no noise other than the swoosh, swoosh of me rowing. I use it with my IFIT programs, just setting my iPad nearby so I can reach and see it. Works great and is super easy and efficient to set up and clean up. Of course I use the Matrix display to chart my stats, the display could be a little more user friendly but itās sufficient. I believe itās the best rower on the market right now.
I have found this piece of equipment easy to use and a great fit for someone who doesn't want to commit too much floor space to equipment. The control module could offer a little more of a customizable capability, but the stability and comfort along with a general feeling of quality throughout has me giving this rower a five star rating.
I love exercising on my Matrix E30 elliptical while ājoggingā through various locations across the globe. The videos are of a high quality and have just enough audio to make them realistic. Watching these videos almost makes me feel like Iām outside.
My wife and I are enjoying our new equipment and stepping on a daily; starting slowly but surely.
In addition to great views they also provide history and other interesting info. What would be great is that if there was a program that would randomly go to a section on each site during a ride. It happened once and loved it.
Great bike- love the virtual rides. Wish there was a way to add more of Matrixās rides to the console. IFit rides are okay, but for me, the 2 rides included on the console are much better.
We recognize itās a luxury to have a really nice treadmill in our house - but it is so great! Product is sturdy and will be perfect. Like the convenience and flexibility of in house equipment.
So far things are going great. we are still going through the different options.
I bought this trainer to help maintain my fitness levels over the winter season, and so far the past couple months with it have been great! The bike is comfortable, easy to adjust (in terms of pedaling difficulty), and the screen is perfect for displaying the Zwift UI. The "white glove" installation staff was also friendly and helpful while they were here setting things up. Thanks again for the quality trainer! ^_^
I really do like putting the stick in and taking a long walk/run while being taken to somewhere I have never been. The Virtual Active Expansion Packs (VAE) are a great way to keep your mind trained on your body while getting a great workout. I don't alway like the music so I keep my head phones ready. Some trips are better than others; however, you see something new every time you use your VAE. Time does seem to fly by when I use the VAE on my fitness journey. More of these please.