TrueForm Runner Treadmill Review: The Best Treadmill Money Can Buy?

[@BasementBrandon]

I think this thing looks pretty sweet, problem is that I think treadmills are the most commonly bought and dumped pieces of equipment due to non-use.

[@Darlhim89]

The biggest problem is the $5000 price tag...

[@4nthony4]

hahaha lol

[@GarageGymReviews]

That's very true, but I would imagine people purchasing this type of treadmill uses it more than the cheapy, clothes hanger versions.

[@DrewLSsix]

Garage Gym Reviews. Waiting for it to show up on craigslist free: "old treadmill, motor doesnt seem to work. Dont want to fix so just come take it.... you must haul"

[@mahathirmohammadjubair1209]

​@@GarageGymReviewsI want to know the difference between trueform runner vs trueform trainer.

[@doseofreality100]

The confusing thing about this treadmill is that despite there being no electronics, and quite honestly - a very old school style treadmill...... it costs MORE than most high end treadmills out there already. It is literally just a curved conveyor belt powered by the user. So why the insane cost? You'd think this backwards step in tech, and by that I mean no tech, this thing would be priced at around $500, tops. Not, $5,700.... closer to $6,000 after shipping and taxes. Life Fitness commercial grade "Club Series" treadmill has all the bells and whistles you could imagine and costs $5500. $200 cheaper than the Trueform.... which has pretty much nothing. So again, makes no sense. If I have ever needed an example of nonsensical pricing this has to be it. The markup is absurd. The price of this thing is like if Apple came back out with the Macintosh 128K and charged $3,000 for it despite it having a fraction of a fraction of the computing power of even the cheapest smartphone today. Paying MORE than a premium price for basic, old tech.... sense being made does not exist here. Now I'm not saying it's a POS treadmill, just saying it is insanely overpriced for essentially some metal and I assume the belt is rubber material.... and then the cylinders the belt wraps around. That's the "tech" involved here. They have to make a killing in profit on each one of these sold. It has GOT to be like a 90% markup on the cost it takes to build these things.... at least, because 10% is only $550..... the price point I'd think something like this should actually sell for, not cost to produce.

[@smilinjoe23]

The reason why it is so expensive is because the purpose of this machine is to teach you to run with good mechanics. IDK about truform but when I run on the airrunner, it took me longer than running on the road or on motorized treadmill. Have you tried running in it?

[@HH-cf3or]

when it comes to fitness they can make it expensive and they know people will buy it. there is a 600 dollar jig saw with the ​rubber ball on it and people buy it

[@gillybuzz]

@@smilinjoe23 terrible reason, run outside if you want the proper mechanics with the assistance of a running coach and you'd be guaranteed a better result for $6000

[@Dre-nr3je]

doseofreality100 AMEN

[@gman-db9lx]

Yeah, and a lot of these I think are made in China. More salt in the wound.

[@TheRonnieBlueEyes]

No motor on this bad boy? Should be pretty cheap, right? ...right???

[@carnellabobbie948]

lmaooo

[@hollywood5703]

I think the concept is still new, and the price will come down.

[@lizardwarz-7272]

Haha I wish

[@mbabcock111]

Find a teardown video and make one yourself?

[@ronejohnson2362]

@@mbabcock111 their a wood version on youtube pretty intriguing but loud as ffuck lmfao

[@garthlurvey5008]

To echo what others have said, you have the best reviews on the planet. You answer my questions before I even have to ask them. Thank you.

[@KneeBenderservant]

I sell Treadmills for a living, and I do not sell Trueform. But I see a lot of objection over the price so I’d like to add my 2 cents. I sell treadmills from $1000 to $12,000. That being said, the slat-treads are a whole different animal. The motor not being there is not a liability it’s an advantage. This treadmill produces no heat, no rub, no friction, and virtually has no wear out parts. I do sell the assault version which is just like it, and they claim they can get over 150,000 miles on the tread. That’s 10x what a electric treadmill will get. This treadmill feels much better than a regulated treadmill, can achieve a much longer stride and sprint, and matches foot speed better. RG3 ran 25MPH on one that is not possible on a electric treadmill because of the foot plant issues being static not dynamic. A powered treadmill maintains its speed no matter what- you run dynamic, every push off is an acceleration and every foot strike is a deceleration. And at the end of the day they feel night and day. They are a lot, and they are still worth it. I belong to lifetime fitness we have Techno-gyms version of it. That one is $9,000 and woodway makes one too. The amount of steel bearings on this machine are expensive. Not having a motor is not what makes a treadmill cost anything, $399 pro form treadmills at Costco have a motor. This stuff is rocket fuel and the future.

[@TenSyc]

I was thinking "boy, i bet this thing is like $2500" , silly ass me. How bout instead of spending 6k on this, you run at the park, but hire a personal trainer for a year, build a decked out home gym and still have enough for a down payment on a car

[@evelynn4273]

@Brad - For around 2k you can get a Matrix S-Drive Treadmill.

[@seekingpeaceofself]

When I started the video I was thinking yeah and I bet this thing is $1500 lol. But, it would be nice to have if you can afford it I guess, especially in bad weather.

[@DrewLSsix]

Everything is coming up Milhouse. This is the type of machine where cost cutting would quickly ruin the point of it to begin with. Its not something I would personally invest in but I also steer very clear of cheep treadmills.

[@Fatrotry]

Completely ridiculous , this is why I wait for China to copy this crap. You are wayyyyy too greedy mofos

[@zweck4629]

Why walk on the ground for free when you can pay 6000$ for a treadmill?

[@CaronDriel]

Because you live in a ghetto neighborhood and are worried about getting jumped running in your area.

[@4nthony4]

i thought that would make you run faster?

[@WillACarpenter]

Meth heads out there B

[@WillACarpenter]

4nthony too fat to outrun meth heads

[@WillACarpenter]

That monitor is a total after thought. Otherwise really cool.

[@rtperrett]

This treadmill is very expensive, but it is very reliable, nice to hear that it is no maintenance and built like a tank.

[@pasteface3266]

My old boxing gym had a old 1980 Treadmill like this never broke down it was the best.

[@GarageGymReviews]

They're beastly!

[@kamalahmed5057]

This was out in the 80s???

[@aurelieaudot5205]

*This is the second Treadmill friend I've owned **bestgym.equipment** t was easy to assemble and easier to fold than my last one. The controls are a lot better as well. I give it 5 stars!*

[@MeepMeep88]

$5.6k if anyone is wondering lol

[@obits3]

Candi Soda - What a joke. I could build 5-10 home gyms for that price.

[@Fernando-ur7vf]

Is the price not mentioned in the review??

[@MeepMeep88]

Ionno, but definitely wasn't mentioned at the beginning

[@harkiratsoomal920]

Ozoa

[@Biddybalboa]

Should be $500

[@kyletennant4730]

Just a correction, I spoke with Woodway and the Curve does NOT include a flywheel and they also have a newer model called the Curve Trainer that has a much more subtle curve than the original. The Curve original was designed for HIIT training while the newer trainer was designed for walking and distance work. Also, the Woodway Curve is the only treadmill that I know of to use aluminum slats under their rubber.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Very good info. I'll have to check that one out!

[@tenhomebuyers5313]

How did things turn out Kyle? Did you ever buy one? They have my interest too. @@kyletennant4730

[@deaddoggyinc]

I'll stick with my 20 dollar jump rope

[@GarageGymReviews]

To each their own. Still use my cheap jump rope often.

[@DrewLSsix]

Lol, thats an expensive jump rope!

[@hollywood5703]

LOL . Good one

[@harkiratsoomal920]

Zoozzo

[@300pzl]

isnt it bad on your knees?

[@jamaalrichardson7437]

Great review, Coop. I'm working towards adding this bad boy to arsenal. I love how you can alter the belt for turf and track work.

[@GarageGymReviews]

You're going to love it Jamaal!

[@Druhmher]

I have a rogue 390F, power bar, rep competition bench and 360lbs of echo bumper plates that I got BRAND NEW for 1,970.00... for the price of this treadmill I can literally add a 5-120lb set of urethane dumbells and add a concept2 and probably have money left over to buy a pack of gum.

[@wilkimist]

How does the Trueform runner improve your form over the Assault Airrunner? Any evidence for that, or design differences between the 2 to result in one being more effective to improve your form?

[@CH-kl9qd]

forces you to land on the balls of your feet which you are naturally supposed to do instead of heel striking

[@wilkimist]

cph 8 all the curved treadmills force you to run your forefoot. The only review I've found that comments on the differences suggests that there is more belt resistance in the Trueform. sprintcoach.com/2018/01/08/my-quest-to-find-the-perfect-curved-manual-treadmill/

[@KellyfromMemphisDD214]

Definitely getting this!!! Thank you for the review!!!! 🤗

[@666dram]

This came at the best time. My Elliptical Sole e25 broke. Had nothing but problems since day 1. At rating for 400lbs and I am 310lbs it should NOT break at the welds. I was looking getting the Rogue Echo bike, but currently sold out. I am gonna check this out. I prefer overbuilt equipment because I am a fat guy and I buy only new equipment for my home gym. I want my things to last. I don't wanna get hurt trying to save a few bucks.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Happy to hear it's helpful!

[@WillACarpenter]

666dram we've built half the stuff in my gym. I started at 412lbs. 280lbs now

[@theagrafiotis]

The reason the price is so high is the logo was hand painted by Bob Ross himself. The rest was spray painted.

[@gagependergast4514]

Seems like a gimmick. Going from this to flat ground seems luke it would be wierd. And the whole "improves your form" thing seems nonsensical since its not flat especially if you are wearing conventional running shoes.

[@msfvideo]

Thanks for making this review it was really helpful

[@ayyyebeeeen]

Our 24 hour fitness just added a bunch just recently. At first, it’s hard. You really have to have good form when running. But man it’s a good work out. I don’t know if I would buy it for a garage gym tho. Expensive & too big plus I can run outside. But definitely would pick up the rogue echo, rower, and ski erg since I can’t replicate that anywhere. Mybad for the rant lol

[@GarageGymReviews]

They definitely can be difficult.

[@Migh7yb00sh]

I've been looking at getting one of these... While watching your review, I thought to myself, "man, this guy looks familiar..." Then i realized... You've helped me out with my TSP :'D

[@queernessy]

Great review! Very informative

[@MonsterChuck]

Way too expensive..... can get a nice treadmill for $1000-$1500.

[@jtc168]

I was waiting for the price to be mentioned...

[@jodyrice8743]

Just too expensive!! 😭

[@CoCody_]

Doesn't the assault treadmill improve your running too? What exactly is the difference between the trueform and the assault that makes one better than the other, because they're both curved?

[@kyletennant4730]

The sides of the assault are plastic, its built overseas, the belt if much faster which goes against the mechanism that teaches and trains proper form by driving through the stride rather than keeping up with a belt in motion, the true form is 100% hand built in America with much higher quality parts. I am purchasing one this week so I've done a ton of research, nothing touches the Trueform in my humble opinion.

[@smilinjoe23]

Youre correct. I ended up buying the used air runner at the games for a very discounted parts. Most of the materials are made of plastic instead of metal that is welded on with the truform. I bet the truform wieght a lot heavier than the air runner. I just couldn't afford the price tag. Found a used one sold for 3 k but it's gone in like a few days.

[@tomstclair3927]

Great review, thanks!

[@GarageGymReviews]

You're welcome!

[@trex1448]

They have this at my gym. I'm shocked it's so expensive. It doesn't feel good running on it. I'm not a heel striker and run on pavement, trails, etc. I would pay about 800 1200 for it. Few grand is a RIP off especially when there's no motor on it to justify the price.

[@92yankee52]

I ordered mine today :)

[@Dyl315]

My gym have these and I find myself losing less on this treadmill but I still enjoy using it. I have a stepping one aswell which is decent

[@colonelkfc33]

Have you tried the Assault Air Runner? How does it compare to this? The Assault is 300 cheaper on Amazon.

[@607AAG]

No maintenance? How long do those bearings last? As someone that lives in the desert dust gets in stuff really easy.

[@neetugirotra4273]

HI, which motor have you installed to open up the Garage door; mounted Garage wall?

[@mahathirmohammadjubair1209]

I want to know the difference between trueform runner vs trueform trainer.

[@bobcaygeon975]

Jacobs Ladder is an upright, self- propelled cardio machine that never caught on; high priced and takes up a lot of space.

[@tremerefury]

I hope you, some day, do a comparison video vs a Woodway Curve.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Good idea!

[@tenhomebuyers5313]

Do you think Rogue will ever make one Coop? @@GarageGymReviews

[@garrydye2394]

I would love to hear the justification from someone who actually bought or is buying one of these things. The rest of us what to see how your mind works.

[@RepublicanJesusthe2nd]

The justification is people with money that can blow 6k with no problem. I personally find it sick that this thing is so expensive.

[@HarryJoiner]

3:55 - That’s quite a compliment

[@darthvader4867]

I tried using that thing at my local gym. I got scared that I was going to bust my ass and fall off of it. I like the design though.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Haha yeah, it can be a little tricky at first.

[@doug853]

I used to work at a facility that had one of these. They are legit.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Agreed!

[@doug853]

Garage Gym Reviews , Hey Coop what are your thoughts on the Rep gladiator bar? I'm thinking about getting the stainless version. It's always humid where I'm at so that's why.

[@DoubtingThomasTestsEverything]

When I was a runner in high school all these treadmills with motors are not really that great. If you are a serious runner putting over 50 miles on a treadmill in a week, the treadmill is going to die. I've killed a couple of treadmills at gyms. I'm looking into getting one of these for my house. I don't think I would go with a motorized treadmill unless my wife wanted one to walk on. And then it might last as she's 100 lbs and she'll be walking on it. I would appreciate a motorless treadmill that is built like a tank. I'll probably be purchasing one in the next couple of months as long as it's available.

[@ninjamaster3453]

You can buy a commercial quantity treadmill with lifetime warranty for couple thousand less.

[@seanstours3913]

Is the true form runner the same as the Brand: IN10CT Health Runner ??

[@justvettn]

Coop I cant see how this is the best treadmill when you can buy a treadmill just like this that also has a leaver for resistance. So not only can you run all out but you can also do sled pushes and backward pulls and they cost much less.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Yes, those options are pretty cool and will continue to get more popular. However, running on those is not as good as running on a TrueForm. The incline on those is often too steep. That said, I haven't used one extensively so I will hold my judgement.

[@Dre-nr3je]

Great product, I can’t find words to accurately describe jus how egregiously overpriced it is. Just why? I have an excellent understanding of all the materials of construction and the price is still simply an obscene insult.

[@MrDavesoutdoors]

These videos rock!

[@GarageGymReviews]

Thank you!

[@brandoncardwell7271]

ur channel is amazing

[@jakeybball]

I’m sorry but why would the NFL have treadmills on the sideline when they have turf they can run on right there...

[@GarageGymReviews]

Why do they use stationary bikes when they have turf right there?

[@malcolmturnbear8584]

because the stationary bike companies pay an endorsement fee to the NFL. There's plenty of ways to warm-up without equipment and which are more sport-specific - but they don't provide a kick-back to the NFL. As long as there are numbties willing to shell out silly money for this kind of kit , it will continue to be marketed...

[@pussysmasher525]

@@GarageGymReviews are you gonna ride a bike down the turf lol you're funny

[@Black.mountain._]

Love ur reviews man. Also follow u on IG. Great content. Hopefully one day u can review the full rack legend Cage. One can dream

[@GarageGymReviews]

Would love to! Thanks for the support!

[@OrangeBlossom4x4]

@garagegymreviews do you have any insight on the Xebex runner coming out? I bit the bullet and pre ordered one because of the price.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Would love to get one to compare, but nothing as of yet!

[@hinmanj88]

Is there enough room to do farmers walks on that thing with dumbbells in your hands to your sides, or a hex bar if you're (if possible) walking the opposite direction? I'd only even think about getting one of these if it could also solve my lack of space to do farmers carries on top of making my running form better... it's so expensive. Or do those arms come off easily and do they have to be there...?

[@GarageGymReviews]

Yeah, you can actually remove the arms. I will probably be doing this so I can do farmers carries as well.

[@hinmanj88]

I would *love* a video or instagram post or something like that to see how it works!

[@malcolmturnbear8584]

why do farmers walks while actually walking when you can take more risk to your person and your wallet by loading up your $6,000 "machine"

[@raminsafizadeh]

How about Woodway Curve?

[@BuckRogers2000]

Did Woodway sell out to Trueform?

[@Sfgiglio]

How is it compared to the Woodway Curve?

[@stevekdigitalworx]

Sfgiglio that's my question... other than the woodway is 10k

[@GarageGymReviews]

I discussed it some, but the Woodway Curve has a steeper incline and a flywheel.

[@johnnicholas4015]

My college has two and they are awesome expensive but are good n feels great on knees if you jog long

[@onecreative1]

It looks like a rebranded Woodway treadmill. Is it?

[@MrProjectpat15]

was it easy to put together?

[@jdfuentes3709]

I think I’ll just go take a walk outside instead...

[@ninjamaster3453]

Assault air has crappy monitoring too, something like 20 years ago. These are a decent concept but $6,000 meh...

[@dominick253]

Yeah it's called going outside!

[@juandoe7802]

Man I wish I was your neighbor...I'd go workout every day. You have the best equipment lol

[@GarageGymReviews]

I wish I had more neighbors that liked to train. Most of my neighborhood is old and has no idea what's going on.

[@gman-db9lx]

@@GarageGymReviews Ouch Coop. I'm a few months shy of 70. I lift 5 days a week. Give us oldtimers a break. Old guys like me (ex Army Ranger and SF) think a lot of you young guys "have no idea what's going on". It's all good though. I'm still a big fan of yours. Keep up the great work.

[@Txcowboy80]

True form runner vs Assault air runner?

[@pasteface3266]

Way way way over priced.

[@mostwantedcepeda]

What is the comparison in running 400m on the true form vs your 400m run out side?

[@GarageGymReviews]

Time on the TrueForm is slower, but mainly because I'm still an inefficient runner.

[@mostwantedcepeda]

Garage Gym Reviews does the monitor turn on right away similar to the pm5 monitor of a rower.

[@josegallegos126]

is there a weight limit? i went to website couldn't find it.

[@deaddoggyinc]

I feel like I just watched a ten minute ad

[@Rocket_Man.]

If I had an opportunity to be coop's neighbor or buy this treadmill..I rather be his neighbor so I can use his treadmill! #tbh

[@AANVC]

0:09 you really gonna talk about running form when you show us this monstrosity of a clip where you run in khakis with the form of an obese man.

[@Ncraft2]

yea

[@vanity68]

I would love this but I don’t have that kind of money esp for a manual. It’s like 6k. Way too much. Damn

[@David-kj1vm]

what about the stress on your knees?? These type products can be brutal on the knees for some. There's a reason NFL don't use these type machines

[@kamalahmed5057]

What do they use?

[@JamesKeeton1]

Is it awesome... yeah... but what home gyms can afford this!?!

[@reyven9706]

Is this the same guy on the dumbell review?

[@placeholder3863]

im a forefoot striker is this right for me

[@charliefloyd6136]

Yeah I'm just gonna run outside

[@frankgrimes6771]

Its free

[@doseofreality100]

Watching some of your vids today. You are starting to do more titan reviews/comps to rogue. I was wondering if there was a chance you could get your hands on a Force USA MyRack power rack. People rave about rogue and their quality and number of attachments. Force USA though uses the same gauge steel and same size hardware as the monster lite series. Only difference is the tubing size is 2.4"x2.4" compared to Rogue's 3x3. Also...... Force USA kills it in attachments. Possibly better since they have a cable crossover attachment...... AND everything is insanely cheaper despite pretty much the same material being used. The bare bones rack itself costs only $500. Just a suggestion for future review (read as HOPE for a future review). I've commented before and told you I've literally built my home gym. I just decided though to purchase a "legitimate" rack and I can't help but be attracted to what Force USA is doing. I mean I could get the MyRack and all the attachments I want and pretty much have everything gym related I want in one system for about $1400..... less than the price of rogues RML-690. Oh yeah, and Force USA advertises 2 day shipping and the real kicker..... FREE shipping.

[@GarageGymReviews]

I've actually had quite a few people ask for a review on those racks. I need to do more research, sounds like they're getting popular!

[@terrydavis3542]

Any discount code you are aware of, I am in the market to buy a Trueform Runner.

[@jaberrahman584]

Don't buy it please. Way overpriced. There are other way better alternatives in this price range.

[@vandrosia]

Well, this treadmill is for the serious runner who wants to do HIIT. The weather may not make it practical to run outside and running on a TruForm is better on your knees than running on concrete. Not everyone has access to a running track. It's expensive but so is a Jacobs Ladder which I bought for my house. LOL. But I love the convenience of using the Ladder first thing in the morning for an amazing workout. Wodstar.com has a 5% discount on the TruForm or you can try Craigslist if you don't mind buying used.

[@IronMayne]

looks dope BUT can you do a review of the "skillmill connect?" its on technogym.com, that damn things looks sweet as heck but curious if you or anyone may have heard of it and have a review of it. the tech looks forward thinking for sho

[@GarageGymReviews]

What's better: Mustache or no Mustache?!

[@emZee1994]

Garage Gym Reviews none. Let's try a beard next to compare all 3

[@aedany3229]

Garage Gym Reviews mustache, ur the only person ik who looks good in one tho

[@Chase250r]

no Mustache

[@davieplays2491]

Emir EC agreed

[@FortySummers]

You look younger without moustache

[@robwhite668]

Where can I get one in England

[@muhalimran234]

Price?

[@rdado4898]

I'm sold that it's a better machine but I'd be pretty stupid to buy it at that price. don't get me wrong i love it but i hate it 😅🤦🏻‍♂️

[@bradleykeeton1514]

$5000 for a piece to go in your garage that’s insane..

[@cesarinho22584]

2 years ago i was running next to my house and drug dealers (narcotraficantes) start shooting AK 47 Bullets to the sky and still i wont spend 6k for a treadmill

[@RepublicanJesusthe2nd]

Damn

[@BearerOfLightSonOfGod]

No motors so why are they so expensive?

[@jg5076]

$6000?!!!!!!!! for a freaking treadmill?!!!! I can run for free outside. For free. outside. Free. Outside. Free, not $6000.

[@elitestar]

This Trueform treadmill looks like a cheap design due to the fact that you kept outrunning it and leaned against the front of the bar. The curve treadmill at my gym is much higher quality and the belt is smooth, and extremely sensitive.

[@kylec739]

Not a fan of these type of treadmills with the slight curved base as it changes the posture while using it. It is also strictly meant for jogging/running (more running) and feels weird to do a continuous brisk walk. Not really a versatile walk/jog/run/climb machine. A quality incline treadmill with at least a 3.0 CHP motor, is still the best for all of these purposes at half the cost in my opinion.

[@GarageGymReviews]

To each their own!

[@kylec739]

Its like you came from the ground. That was an ultra quick reply. =D

[@malcolmturnbear8584]

you're 100% correct with your point about unnatural posture/gait due to the curved surface. A bit of commonsense exposes the marketing guff about these manual treadmills making you a better runner off-treadmill. The only thing they improve is your ability to run on a curved, non-electric treadmill. Want good road or trail-running form? Train on road or trail...

[@bablukanth3782]

Am from India how can I buy this

[@Fernando-ur7vf]

Tell me coop, why SHOULDN'T I buy this product?

[@GarageGymReviews]

It's expensive

[@subin221]

Why it costly and not available in India

[@AJ13B]

Woodway curve?

[@patob3363]

could not have sounded more like a paid ad and im not paying 7000 for a treadmill.

[@tayybashahzad7784]

Price

[@jaberrahman584]

The price is an insult. It's a total robbery. Don't buy it guys. Don't give them free money.

[@alvarosanabria216]

Not taking running advice from a guy that runs in khakis

[@ciandunphy7888]

No in regionals it was the assault runner

[@begelston]

It's so expensive because it uses invisible engine technology (patent pending) You know, like the emperor's clothes.

[@jojojlc7070]

Why is it so goddamn expensive?! I remember checking it out a few months and asking a similar question.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Build like a tank!

[@malcolmturnbear8584]

Profit and GREED. And because it's relatively easy to relieve cashed-up gym bunnies of their Ben Franklins