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Proform Elliptical PFEL3903 - A Discontinued Model?

Elliptical trainers are now an accepted tool to lower one’s body weight to a level that’s commensurate to his height, to give the cardiovascular system the workout that would make one’s heart fit, and the total-body muscle-toning exercise for all muscle groups and not concentrating only on the lower part of the body (as the treadmill does) without the harmful jarring impact. Those who are just starting to look at the elliptical trainer as an acceptable alternative to the traditional treadmill give serious thought to getting the Proform elliptical PFEL 3903 for a starter unit for their own personal home use.

Priced very low and marketed vigorously, the Proform elliptical PFEL3903 has many points in its favor. This model boasts of using the innovative Reflex StepTM technology that absorbs the energy from your stride and then returns it as you move into your next one. It was also one of the first ones to adopt the incorporation of a cooling fan for that much needed relief while exercising, although most exercisers do not want this because it defeats the purpose of necessarily shedding off excess fat by perspiring profusely. It also has six built-in programs that provide variety in your exercise regimen so you will not be bored with too much routine in your exercise. Its motorized resistance and EKGTM Grip Pulse sensors also add to its market value. It is also iFit.com technology-compatible, so you can download professionally designed programs customizable to best fit your specific workout needs.

However, this model has been discontinued in most stores, although you may still find some warehouse overstock if you would insist to check one out. It was rumored that even the stores don’t get enough after-sales backup support from the manufacturers and distributors of this unit. Even for its low price of under $500, or even under $400 in some stores, this home-use model was rumored to be one unstable and cranky exercise machine.

From too much and consistent use and abuse, components break down easily. One such evidence of this lack of confidence in the product is that the unit carries only 90 days’ warranty, unless you pay extra for their extended-warranty package. The very low price of the Proform elliptical PFEK3903, though, continues to attract end-users, particularly those who are just starting to be enamored by elliptical trainers as an effective exercise machine; but complaints from dissatisfied customers are always at the manufacturer’s and vendor’s desks. If you listen to the complaints of the dissatisfied customers, you may want to divert your attention to another brand/model, even for an additional cost.