Ok, now we’re getting to more interesting stuff. Overall, I’m a little disappointed with the 18″ stride, but the SE7i scores highly with a heavy-duty frame and high weight capacity (plus it folds, which is cool). The SE7i comes with a weight limit of 325 lb, which is pretty solid, especially for a folding elliptical. I’m not sure what that makes it’s out of box weight (which seems like a more important spec to disclose), but I’d guess somewhere around the high 100’s.Īnother way to get an idea of an elliptical’s heavy-dutiness is to look at the weight capacity- more stable machines should come with higher limits. When it comes to the frame, the most notable feature of this elliptical is the fact that it can fold in half and be stored vertically, which is a great feature for homes with limited space.īut I also want to point out that this machine comes with a 215 lb in box weight. Which isn’t the end of the world, I mean a 6′ tall individual could use this elliptical and feel comfortable with the shorter steps- it depends on personal preference too of course.īut generally speaking, with an 18″ stride, I think the SE7i is better suited for shorter individuals. If you’re 5’8″ or shorter, you probably won’t have an issues, but any taller and you might feel like you’re having to shorten your stride. This is a bit shorter than what you find on most high-end home ellipticals and it means the SE7i could feel a little tight for taller users. With this in mind, the SE7i comes with an 18″ stride length. The gold standard for home ellipticals is a 20″ stride because at this length, it’s been shown that folks of most heights can workout comfortably. ![]() Taller folks could have issues with a stride length being too short, in which case they feel like they’re marching in place instead of running or jogging.Įither case kinda sucks and is less than optimal. Shorter folks could have issues with a stride length being too long, in which case they could feel like they’re having to stretch out too far with each step. I know this spec is far from interesting, but it tells you a lot about how comfortable you’re going to be while using it.Īnd just to make sure we’re all on the same page here- the stride length literally tells you how far apart your legs will be stepping with each stride. The first thing I look at for any elliptical I’m investigating is always the stride length. Bluetooth heart rate monitor compatible.Automatic trainer control (with iFit membership).The SE7i is one of 2 rear-drive ellipticals currently in their lineup, with the other being the upgraded SE9i. Their products are usually some of the best for their respected price ranges, although I do think they push their iFit streaming app a bit hard, but more on that later. True, their customer service doesn’t come with the best reputation, but to be fair, that’s a problem most of the bigger fitness brands face these days. Generally speaking, they’re a pretty well respected brand too. ![]() They also happen to be one of the most popular home fitness brands in the world. They’ve been around for decades and they’re always on tv marketing one of their newest innovations. ![]() NordicTrack is a brand most of us should be pretty familiar with. The NordicTrack SpaceSaver SE7i Elliptical In this review, I’ll go over everything you should know about this model – I’ll also include my thoughts regarding who this elliptical would work well for and who it probably wouldn’t.Īfter reading, you’ll know whether or not this is the right option for your home gym. Overall, the SE7i has a lot to offer for an elliptical in this price range, but with a smaller stride length and lighter flywheel, it isn’t going to be for everyone. It’s even backed by a solid home warranty. With solid performance specs and impressive tech features (including iFit compatibility with automatic trainer controlled resistance/incline), the SE7i does have a lot to be proud of.Īnd since this elliptical can fold up for storage after workouts, it can fit comfortably in smaller homes as well. If you’re hunting for an affordable rear-drive elliptical, NordicTrack’s SpaceSaver SE7i is certainly worth checking out.
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