Iron man elliptical trainers are owned and manufactured by Keys Fitness, a well respected name in the fitness industry. Ironman produces a range of elliptical trainers from economy to midpriced, starting around $599 and up.
While we haven't necessarily been overly enthusiastic about Ironman ellipticals in the past, they've recently come out with several new models that may be worth a look.
The Ironman Achiever elliptical for example, offers a long 21" stride and center drive technology (where there are 2 smaller flywheels on either side of you instead of one large flywheel out in front).
Is an Ironman elliptical trainer right for you? Here's a general review to help you decide:
Strengths:
Center Drive Technology - This is feature found only on some newer Ironman models like the Ironman Achiever and the CDT Elliptical.
Instead of a large flywheel out in front or behind you, there are 2 smaller flywheels on either side of you. According to Ironman, this helps to ensure proper workout posture. It also gives you a smaller footprint if space is an issue for you.
Longer Stride Lengths - While older economy Ironman models had really short stride lengths (14 - 16"), some new models have actually come out with 21" stride lengths.
A longer stride length more accurately mimics your body's natural motion and can result in a more efficient workout. While 21" may be a bit too long for shorter users (under 5'4"), most users love the feel of a larger stride.
Great Reviews - Iron man ellipticals rate fairly well with experts and users. Consumer Guide gave the Ironman 320e a 'Budget Buy' rating.
Also, users at Amazon have rated these ellipticals quite well, with many of the models averaging about from 4 out of 5 stars - mainly on the new models.
Weaknesses:
The older units do tend to have shorter stride lengths and very short warranties. We would recommend you look at the new, higher end Ironman ellipticals for better construction and overall value.
Summary:
The new Ironman models are impressive - giving you smaller footprints, long 21" strides and the center drive technology.
We probably wouldn't recommend the older, economy models with the smaller elliptical strides. You usually get what you pay for with ellipticals. And the higher end models (especially the Achiever models) offer better construction and more features overall.
Where To Buy At A Discount:
You can get find a range of the new Ironman models at Amazon. They offer some great discounts and you can often save on shipping as well.
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