If the Hilton Hotel and other upscale hotel chains make exercise machines available in their establishments for their patrons, I want to know what they are so I can check them out for myself. In regards to treadmills, I found out that the Sole F80 treadmill by Sole Fitness is the choice of Hilton and other high-end, upper scale hotels and businesses.

When I first saw the machine, the word that came to my mind was: solid. The Sole F80 may not appear to have all of the bells and whistles of other machines, but it is a commercial-quality machine. And, looks can be deceiving. The Sole F80 has six workout programs, speed and incline controls on the arm rests, cooling fans and built in speakers for iPODS or MP3 players. Speed, time, incline, calories burned and distance are all shown throughout the workout, which means no button pushing during a workout to see your results!

The Sole F80 is a heavy duty machine. Yet, it's easy to fold and comes with an easy assist folding feature. The machine is also easy to move and maneuver into a closet or out of the way corner of your home. All in all, I would classify it as a space saver and a must-see for anyone in the market for a new treadmill.

In regards to the motor, the Sole F80 was upgraded in 2008 and is now equipped with a powerful 3.0 continuous duty motor. It operates quietly, is very smooth and can easily accommodate someone up to 350 pounds. However, someone who is a very serious runner may want to opt for a treadmill that has a bit more horsepower. This machine is better suited to walkers and joggers.

I took a look at the warranty on the Sole F80 and it is well above most other treadmill warranties that I have seen. The company offers a lifetime warranty on the frame, deck and motor. The price of the machine is less than what I would have thought it would be, considering the features, warranty and the solid durability of the machine. It certainly is the best machine in its price range. When you take into account that the company offers a $500 instant savings if you purchase it directly from them, I can see why the Hilton Hotel chain and others are choosing the Sole F80. It's a wonderful piece of exercise equipment.