Skillmill Connect

After a few months of research and multiple trips to gyms in Chicago and surrounding suburbs putting sessions on a variety of non-motorized treadmills (Trueform Runner, Assault Air Runner, Woodway, Technogym SkillMill) I felt the most drawn to, and had the best feeling on the SkillMill. I did some longer distance and sprinting intervals on each. All of the ones I tried are really great pieces, so I’m not knocking these other brands at all. What sold me on the Technogym SkillMill (Italian Fitness Equipment Manufacturer/Designer) was the added versatility of having resistance for other movements on the treadmill and particularly for a two positional sled push, since I don’t have the space for a sled in my basement gym. The running deck feels like a blend between the Trueform (with the least steep curve of all) and the Assault Runner. Underfoot it feels very close to on-road running, on par with the Trueform, but better than the Woodway or Assault Runner. It’s also seemingly quieter than the bunch or identical to the Trueform in decibel level. It’s extremely well built and sturdy with zero wobble even at sprinting speeds. At the time I purchased this, it was the only curved, non-motorized treadmill that had a Sled Push function and also a reverse pull setup. I purchased mine new for $10,800. It’s actually insane to spend this amount, then and more so now with the REP coming out and a few other offerings out there for 1/2 the cost. The delivery was top notch. One large box (railings unattached). Technogym doesn’t mess around with delivery and install. They sent out someone to do an initial site survey 2 weeks ago. Then yesterday 3 delivery guys and two technicians. The delivery crew unboxed and got treadmill downstairs (3 guys) and then left and the two technicians closely inspected every inch, attached railing and display and tested different components to ensure proper function.