{"title":"Pre Loved","description":"\u003cp\u003ePre-loved equipment tends to be bought once and used for years, so it is worth comparing properly. All 4 options we carry are on this page, with pricing shown up front.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGuides worth reading first\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/treadmill-warranties-south-africa-what-is-covered\"\u003eTreadmill warranties: what's actually covered\u003c\/a\u003e — what you trade away buying used, and when it is worth it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/treadmill-servicing-johannesburg-guide\"\u003eTreadmill servicing: what it involves\u003c\/a\u003e — how to judge whether a used machine is serviceable before you buy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-entry-level-treadmills-home-use-south-africa\"\u003eBest entry-level treadmills\u003c\/a\u003e — how used commercial compares against new budget at the same price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you will find here\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-loved equipment in this range varies more than the category name suggests. The listings break down into treadmills, ellipticals and related items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-loved equipment is most often bought for tight budgets and people expanding an existing setup. The right answer depends on frequency of use more than anything else, so be realistic about how often it will be trained on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right one\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-loved equipment varies most in the details that never appear in a headline description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame gauge and overall mass are the clearest signal of how much daily use something will take — heavier steel is not marketing, it is the reason a unit stays rigid under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the resistance range to where you expect to be in two years, not where you are now — outgrowing equipment early is a common regret.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustability decides how many different people find the equipment comfortable, which matters far more in a shared or household setting than in a single-user setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the full specification rather than the headline. The number in the title is rarely the one that decides whether something suits you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly complexity varies widely. Some units arrive largely built, others need a full afternoon and a second pair of hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy used commercial beats new domestic\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe argument for buying pre-loved is not simply that it costs less. It is that the money buys a different class of machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA commercial treadmill or elliptical is built to run all day, every day, for years. Its frame, motor, deck and bearings are specified for a workload no household will ever come close to. When that machine leaves a gym floor — usually because the facility refreshed its equipment on a cycle, not because the machine failed — it has spent a fraction of its design life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut that machine in a home where it runs a few hours a week and it will very likely outlast a new domestic machine bought at the same price. The frame does not wear out; the consumables do, and those are replaceable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat to check before committing: the hours on the console if it displays them, the condition of the deck and belt on a treadmill, whether the upholstery is torn, and above all whether replacement parts are still available for that model. A commercial machine with no parts supply is scrap however solid the frame is.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe honest limitation is choice. Pre-loved stock is whatever came available, so if you need a specific model or a matched pair you will usually be waiting. For a wider selection right now, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardio\"\u003ecardio\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/treadmills\"\u003etreadmills\u003c\/a\u003e and the current \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sale\"\u003esale\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHome or commercial?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-loved equipment comes in grades aimed at very different amounts of use. Commercial frames are usually heavier and harder to move, which is a genuine trade-off in a room that has to serve more than one purpose. If the equipment will be used by paying members or in a shared facility, commercial rating stops being a luxury and becomes the baseline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePractical considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-loved equipment should be positioned before it arrives, not after. Mirrors help with form on anything technical and are cheap relative to the equipment they sit alongside. Damp garages and outdoor patios are hard on steel, foam and upholstery, so plan for covering or storing anything sensitive. Natural light and ventilation change how often a space actually gets used, which is worth as much as the equipment choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBudget\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-loved equipment pricing here spans R10 200 at the entry end up to R42 396 for commercial-grade builds, and the typical listing sits near R20 750. Cheaper options are not automatically the wrong answer — for light, occasional use they often are the right one. The mistake is putting a light-duty build under daily heavy training.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaintenance worth doing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-loved equipment bought well should last years, and simple upkeep is most of what decides whether it does. Rubber and foam perish with prolonged UV exposure, so keep equipment out of direct sun where you can. Store anything with a steel frame away from persistent damp, particularly in coastal areas where corrosion moves quickly. Bolts work loose over the first few weeks of use on almost any bolted frame, so a quick check with a spanner after the initial period is worth doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRelated categories\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-loved equipment pairs naturally with a few other categories. Most people looking at this page also compare \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardio\"\u003ecardio machines\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/treadmills\"\u003etreadmills\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sale\"\u003ecurrent deals\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ellipticals\"\u003eellipticals\u003c\/a\u003e. It is also worth a look at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/strength\"\u003estrength equipment\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/free-weights\"\u003efree weights\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003eaccessories\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exercise-bikes\"\u003eexercise bikes\u003c\/a\u003e before deciding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-loved equipment buyers often have one specific question left after reading a listing. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk us\u003c\/a\u003e — a short answer now beats a return later.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"demo-sole-fitness-f85-home-treadmill","title":"Demo Sole Fitness F85 Home Treadmill","description":"\u003cp\u003eGood training equipment earns its floor space, and the Demo Sole Fitness F85 Home Treadmill is built to do exactly that. It sits in our treadmills range for South African home gyms, studios and commercial floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn plain terms, this is a treadmill intended for regular use rather than occasional. Full specifications are shown on this page and in the product images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink studios and hotel gyms running long daily hours, and home users building a consistent running habit. Those are the situations where this piece makes the most sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you install it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck ceiling height if the deck is raised, and confirm the delivery route. A treadmill that fits the room but not the doorway is the expensive kind of mistake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the right one\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider the belt area against stride length. Taller runners need more deck than the headline size suggests, and a cramped belt changes how people run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePriced at R42 396, it is the 55th of 81 treadmills we list (R796 to R161 777). Worth comparing before you settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the belt tracking checked and the deck clean. Most treadmill faults trace back to belt tension and dust rather than electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn how much cardio is actually worth aiming for each week, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/physical-activity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eWorld Health Organization physical activity guidelines\u003c\/a\u003e are a sensible, independent starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: Treadmills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: F85-2023-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: pre-loved or ex-demo — sold used, not new\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will find related equipment under \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sale\"\u003eSale\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardio\"\u003eCardio\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/treadmills\"\u003eTreadmills\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gym-flooring\"\u003eGym Flooring\u003c\/a\u003e — worth a look before deciding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical gap between light and heavy-duty treadmills is not the badge, it is the rating: frame gauge, bearing quality and how easily wear parts can be replaced. Buying slightly above your current needs is almost always cheaper than replacing early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot certain the Demo Sole Fitness F85 Home Treadmill is right for your space? Send us your room dimensions or a photo and we will tell you honestly whether it fits — including if something else in the range would serve you better.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gym Machines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52794971947189,"sku":"F85-2023-1","price":42396.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1021\/9579\/0005\/files\/demo-sole-fitness-f85-home-treadmill-1.webp?v=1783900591"},{"product_id":"pre-loved-horizon-t101-treadmill","title":"Pre Loved Horizon T101 Treadmill","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoosing treadmills comes down to matching the equipment to how hard it will actually be worked. The Pre Loved Horizon T101 Treadmill is aimed at people who want something that holds up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStripped of marketing language: this is a treadmill for people who train consistently. Where a measurement matters to you, ask us and we will confirm it before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works best for home users building a consistent running habit, and runners training indoors through winter. Outside that, there may be a better match in the range — ask us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and space\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the running deck and the total footprint before ordering, and leave clearance behind the machine. Treadmills need a stable, level floor and their own plug point — sharing a circuit with other equipment is the most common cause of nuisance tripping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink about who uses it and how often. A machine rated for occasional home use will not survive a studio timetable, and the difference shows in the motor and the deck rather than the console.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst the other 81 treadmills we stock, this sits in the middle at R10 200 — the range runs R796 to R161 777, so there is room to move either way if the fit is not right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA treadmill mat under the frame reduces vibration, protects the floor and makes cleaning underneath far easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn how much cardio is actually worth aiming for each week, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/physical-activity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eWorld Health Organization physical activity guidelines\u003c\/a\u003e are a sensible, independent starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe specifics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: Treadmills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: PL T101\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: pre-loved or ex-demo — sold used, not new\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are planning a full setup, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardio\"\u003eCardio\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/treadmills\"\u003eTreadmills\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pre-loved\"\u003ePre Loved\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gym-flooring\"\u003eGym Flooring\u003c\/a\u003e are the sections that usually go with this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want the Pre Loved Horizon T101 Treadmill checked against your setup before you commit, get in touch. We would rather spend five minutes on measurements than arrange a return.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gym Machines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52794978205877,"sku":"PL T101","price":10200.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1021\/9579\/0005\/files\/pre-loved-horizon-t101-treadmill-1.png?v=1783900750"},{"product_id":"pre-loved-proteus-home-use-treadmill","title":"Pre Loved Proteus Home Use Treadmill","description":"\u003cp\u003eGood training equipment earns its floor space, and the Pre Loved Proteus Home Use Treadmill is built to do exactly that. It sits in our treadmills range for South African home gyms, studios and commercial floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn plain terms, this is a treadmill intended for regular use rather than occasional. Full specifications are shown on this page and in the product images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink studios and hotel gyms running long daily hours, and home users building a consistent running habit. Those are the situations where this piece makes the most sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you install it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck ceiling height if the deck is raised, and confirm the delivery route. A treadmill that fits the room but not the doorway is the expensive kind of mistake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the right one\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider the belt area against stride length. Taller runners need more deck than the headline size suggests, and a cramped belt changes how people run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePriced at R14 025, it is the 14th of 81 treadmills we list (R796 to R161 777). Worth comparing before you settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the belt tracking checked and the deck clean. Most treadmill faults trace back to belt tension and dust rather than electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn how much cardio is actually worth aiming for each week, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/physical-activity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eWorld Health Organization physical activity guidelines\u003c\/a\u003e are a sensible, independent starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: Treadmills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: GM-NAFYBV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: pre-loved or ex-demo — sold used, not new\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowsing options? \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardio\"\u003eCardio\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/treadmills\"\u003eTreadmills\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pre-loved\"\u003ePre Loved\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gym-flooring\"\u003eGym Flooring\u003c\/a\u003e are the categories most people compare this against.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommercial and home equipment differ mainly in duty cycle — how many hours a day the frame, bearings and upholstery are designed to take. Equipment built for occasional use will usually survive a home routine comfortably but will not last on a busy floor, and the difference shows in the parts you cannot see rather than the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy to help you compare the Pre Loved Proteus Home Use Treadmill against the alternatives, or check it will go through your door. Just ask.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gym Machines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52794978238645,"sku":"GM-NAFYBV","price":14025.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1021\/9579\/0005\/files\/pre-loved-proteus-home-use-treadmill-1.jpg?v=1783900750"},{"product_id":"pre-loved-tz-touch-screen-elliptical","title":"Pre Loved Tz Touch Screen Elliptical","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you are putting together a space that has to work every day rather than look good once, the Pre Loved Tz Touch Screen Elliptical is worth a close look. It forms part of our elliptical trainers lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn plain terms, this is a elliptical trainer intended for regular use rather than occasional. Full specifications are shown on this page and in the product images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink home gyms wanting one machine to cover cardio, and low-impact cardio for joints that will not take running. Those are the situations where this piece makes the most sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting it in place\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the floor is level and suitable for the load, and leave working clearance around the equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you decide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck what is included in the box, and whether accessories are needed to get it working the way you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePriced at R20 750, it is the 8th of 21 elliptical trainers we list (R4 214 to R118 818). Worth comparing before you settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it clean and check fixings periodically. Most equipment failures start as something loose rather than something broken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn how much cardio is actually worth aiming for each week, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/physical-activity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eWorld Health Organization physical activity guidelines\u003c\/a\u003e are a sensible, independent starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: Ellipticals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: GM-12GS54F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: pre-loved or ex-demo — sold used, not new\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are planning a full setup, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sale\"\u003eSale\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardio\"\u003eCardio\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ellipticals\"\u003eEllipticals\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/treadmills\"\u003eTreadmills\u003c\/a\u003e are the sections that usually go with this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommercial and home equipment differ mainly in duty cycle — how many hours a day the frame, bearings and upholstery are designed to take. Equipment built for occasional use will usually survive a home routine comfortably but will not last on a busy floor, and the difference shows in the parts you cannot see rather than the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want the Pre Loved Tz Touch Screen Elliptical checked against your setup before you commit, get in touch. We would rather spend five minutes on measurements than arrange a return.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gym Machines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52794978271413,"sku":"GM-12GS54F","price":20750.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1021\/9579\/0005\/files\/pre-loved-tz-touch-screen-elliptical-1.jpg?v=1783900750"}],"url":"https:\/\/gymmachinery.co.za\/collections\/pre-loved.oembed","provider":"Gym Machines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}