Smooth 6.45 Treadmill Review

The Smooth 6.45 treadmill was introduced in 2008 as a replacement for the 6.25 and is one of Smooth Fitness’ latest models. The Smooth 6.25 was a proven performer with a long track record of solid performance. It’s primary drawback was the length of the belt. At 54 inches, it was simply too short for most users-particularly runners.

Smooth Fitness addressed this issue when designed the 6.45 and increased the length of the belt by six inches. Users now enjoy 60 inches of leg room. In addition to this upgrade, the Smooth 6.45 has a bigger motor and the M model (6.45M) has a built-in sound system.

The MSRP on the Smooth 6.45 is $2,297.00 but is regularly on sale for $1499-$1599 and you pay no sales tax unless you are a resident of Pennsylvania or Indiana.

With the longer deck, bigger motor, standard heart rate strap- are you getting the picture??? This treadmill is such a huge improvement over the 6.25 that it is hard to understand why they didn't make these upgrades earlier. A real winner for Smooth! -TreadmillDoctor.com

It is a pleasure to workout on, very quiet and all the cushioning I would want. Very satisfied customer. Thanks! -Smooth Fitness Customer

I did a lot of research , asked some friends, and the 6.45 ended up looking like the best treadmill for the money. I’ve had it for six weeks now and am overall very happy with it. It’s obviously not the monster I’m used to using at the gym but its suits my needs pretty well. -Smooth Fitness Customer

You really cant compare price points when it comes to this treadmill. This feels as sturdy as the ones in my health club and as quiet as you can imagine. -Smooth Fitness Customer

I purchased this treadmill mainly for walking. But I believe joggers and perhaps runners would be satisfied with it. The 6.45 is very quiet. -Smooth Fitness Customer

Overview

Best For:
Walkers, Joggers, Runners (except hardcore marathon-type runners)

Pros:
-Longer deck
-Bigger motor
-Heart rate strap included

Cons:
-No track record (new model)
-Not built for hardcore marathon runners

The Smooth 6.45 treadmill was introduced around the middle of 2008 so it doesn't have a long track record. Don't let that scare you away from considering this model. Based on what experts and customers have to say about it, the 6.45 is not only as good as its proven predecessor, it's better. At around $1,500, this is probably one of the better treadmills for joggers and runners at this price point.

Smooth Fitness is located in Pennsylvania and has been selling treadmills since 1984. In 1996, Smooth Fitness was the first online fitness retailer. The company currently markets the Smooth line of treadmills, elliptical trainers, and exercise bikes over the Internet on its web site.

By offering their fitness equipment only via the Internet, they have achieved the status as the number one online retailer of home fitness equipment, and are the 255th largest ecommerce site in the United States as ranked by Internet Retailer.