VSTV4 Elliptical Trainer

It's a beast and I only use the manual setting with no resistance. Works you out good and it is smooth.

I can't actually review the elliptical because I never received it. However, it was highly recommended by friends who own it.I placed the order and Amazon charged my credit card the next day. The delivery was supposed to be 6 days later. The freight company (ABF) gave me a three hour window, but showed up 2 hours AFTER that window with the WRONG ITEM -- a LifeCORE recumbent bike. I refused delivery. The Amazon customer service rep apologized but didn't give a credit for the inconvenience. Delivery was rescheduled for a week later. The freight company (ABF) gave another three hour window but called FOUR HOURS AFTER the window to say that it was the wrong item again; delivery refused.I just canceled the order with Amazon. I had to argue just to get a small promotional credit that makes up the price difference to another LifeCORE distributor's price. They wouldn't give anything for making me miss a day and a half at the office and still not get the item I ordered.

We bought the machine to replace our Sole E35. This machine was the best home elliptical we could find for under 2000.00. Our Sole elliptical was noisy, the flywheel frequently required maintenance, and constant cleaning of the track and rollers were essential. The Sole was not enjoyable to use or maintain during the 5 years we had it.We were able to try the Lifecore prior to buying as a high end store in our area had one on the showroom floor. The difference was astonishing even in the showroom. As a very experienced elliptical user I can say that the V4 is simple and comfortable to use. The only maintenance I have performed on the machine is to tighten stews and bolts every 20 or so hours of operation. I also wipe it down after use. This machine is used by 4 people in our home at least 3 days a week each. It is also much more compact than our Sole so it fits in the corner of the living room. Most guests look at the machine and ask where we were able to buy a gym quality elliptical. I just cannot say one bad thing about the unit.

We have a Life core similar to this one for the past years. Pro: it's very smooth, no noise, can run manually without turning on. Con: The handles are too big for one's hand, even for a 6' feet man. My wife used it, and she noticed that the stress is on one's feet. Her feet hurt afterwards from pushing down on the pedals. One uses the feet to push the pedals down, rather than the whole body like Nordic-Ski-machine. If you research on the best way to lose weight, it's NOT the elliptical ... Mayo clinic stated that either running, fast walking, or stair-climbing are the most effective ways to lose weight. It's easy & safe for children to use, but doesn't burn much calories.