Verso by Kettler CT 307 Elliptical Cross Trainer
- Elliptical cross trainer with 30-pound drive system for smooth performance
- Series of preset training programs and pulse-directed workout programs
- Contact hand pulse sensors in handles for measuring your heart rate
- Transport castors in the front for mobility; floor levelers in rear
- Measures 50.5 x 66.5 x 23 inches (W x H x D); 2-year parts warranty
Product Description
German engineering and design yielded the CT307, a reasonably priced, well made programmable elliptical exerciser with Heart Rate Control.Amazon.com Product Description
Enjoy a superior workout without leaving the home with the Verso CT 307 elliptical cross trainer. Offering a host of valuable features in a reasonably priced, compact frame, the CT 307 is ideal for serious workout enthusiasts and casual users who want to trim a few pounds and improve their … More >>
This is a decent product, and I wish it worked for me, but the pedals are too far apart. They place your feet about 11-12 inches apart, which is painful for my knees!
On the other end of the spectrum, if you’re a person with large feet, you probably will not like this machine either because the pedals are quite narrow — less than five inches across.
If the pedals being far apart does not bother you, I would recommend this machine. The assembly took about 2 1/2 hours. The instructions were reasonable, but not great. There was a minor part missing, and the display did not work, but I assume the missing/broken parts could have been supplied fairly easily.
Overall, it would have done the job fine if the pedals were closer together.
Rating: 2 / 5
It is truly tragical that apparently absolutely no one within the United States has made a detailed and accurate English translation, both of the assembly instructions and of the operation procedures, for this elliptical cross trainer.
Additionally, many small suggestions which would save both the American distributor of this German product (sited in Virginia) and the new user, go unmentioned within the instuction package received with the machine itself (such as do not crank down certain bolts until such time as you have ensured that the computer is operational). Considering the price of the machine (about $700 USD) matters such as these makes for much stress, both in assembly of the product (you will have to figure it out largely unasisted) and for its subsequent use (as, for example, if your computer actually fails to start up when the unit is assembled, as did mine). And, talking to someone at the Virginia distribution site was a less that desirable experience as well (once you actually get through and speak to an actual human being, whom may then leave you on the line for prolonged periods, as did my respondant).
But, amazingly, the machine itself is a dream, once one is past all the bad stuff, as outlined above. Smooth and very useful and it has but a small footprint as well. While the computer is more complicated than that on other similar machines (and the associated manual is less than user-friendly), both the heart-rate monitor and the system timer work like a charm, once one gets the hang of using them.
One can only hope that the problems indicated above will be satisfactorily resolved in the near future, for the machine itself is well worth the effort and the cost to do so is entirely reasonable for what is offered to the comsumer. Mel Hollins/September 18, 2009
Rating: 2 / 5
I wasnt’ going to the gym anymore but wanted a product that would give me a good workout at home and not take up to much space. I read the reviews and several people said it took them several hours to set up. My husband got it up and running in 1 hour. I like that the foot print of this machine is not very big as it allows me several options of where to put it. The movement is smooth but if I start rocking side to side the machine makes a knocking noise. My husband hasnt figured out yet how to fix that. All in all its a very good machine for home use and I would reccomend it to anyone.
Rating: 4 / 5
I didn’t buy it through Amazon but I wanted to chime in.. I bought it at a local fitness store and after doing research , I found that the Germans can even make a good eliptical machine . Durable, quiet, and an overall good cardio workout!
Rating: 4 / 5
Sturdy, compact elliptical machine. Very tedious to put together as instructions are somewhat unclear (ie. difficult to tell which washers go where). 2 wheels in the front make it easy to maneuver. Plug in for the monitor (no batteries needed). Elliptical motion glides very smoothly and is virtually silent. Looks great, the only complaint is that the plastic coverings are difficult to install securely as they do not fit perfectly and the screws do not penetrate the plastic well enough for a seamless fit. But for the quality and overall workmanship, would recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
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Contact hand pulse sensors in handles for measuring your heart rate Transport castors in the front for mobility; floor levelers in rear Measures 50.5 x 66…..