Awards, Articles, and Reviews
Following is a listing of some of the Awards, Articles, and Reviews of Vectra products.
- January 2008: VX-FT designated "Best Functional Trainer" by the Fitness Professor Review website
- February 2007: VFT-100 rated "Best Buy" in Consumers Digest, a leading Consumer Magazine
- March 2004: 2850 Article and 6 page spread in Exercise for Men Only
- February 2004: 1850 rated "Best Buy" in Consumers Digest
- February 2002: 4850 Article in Exercise for Men Only
- October 2001: 4850 as "Best new home gym" in Money Magazine
- September 2001: 1850 & 1150 in Bottom Line publication
- June 2001: 1850 Article in Exercise for Men Only
- February 2001: On-Line 1600 rated #1 in Men's Journal
- December 2000: On-Line 1600 highlighted as a "$10,000 Workout" in Men's Health
- October 2000: On-Line 1600 in Shape Magazine
- February 2000: On-Line 1600 Article in Exercise for Men Only
- Sept/Oct 1998: 1800 rated "Best Buy" in Consumers Digest
- 1996 / 1997: Vectra machines selected to model proper exercise technique and form in American Council on Exercise (ACE) Personal Trainer Manual. This manual is the textbook used to obtain a Personal Trainer certification through ACE.
- Sept/Oct 1996: 1800 rated "Best Buy" in Consumers Digest
- 1988: On-Line 1500 recognized as one of the most innovative products in the 1980's by the editors of Industrial Design Magazine in their prestigious Product Design publication.
- 1995 through 2007: Vectra Fitness has been recognized over the years for their environmentally conscious practices, such as being granted the Gold Award by King County, WA Department of Natural Resources as part of their Environmental Awards, and the Commitment to Compliance Award by the King County, WA Industrial Waste Program.
Testimonials
Following are testimonials from some very satisfied owners of Vectra machines
(which is common), and a few quotes from our valued Dealer partners.
"I am writing to say how much I have enjoyed using the Vectra equipment I purchased. I had been working out for many years,
but because I do not see, going to health clubs is impractical. I have used home gym equipment but found it to be inadequate or
too difficult or arduous. Equipment requiring weight plates and other attachments is effective, but it required a lot of time
and effort for the average exerciser, let alone one who does not see. These negatives have been eliminated by Vectra. After
two 15-minute periods of instruction, I am able to use the equipment easily and safely for a full body workout. It is simple
by touch to insert the pin in the proper place for the weight desired. A full array of leg exercises, chest and shoulder presses,
lat pull-downs and many other muscle developing moves can be accommodated with the use of no more than one lever. My time and
energy are not wasted when using the Vectra equipment, either in loading weights or making complicated equipment adjustments.
The ease and safety of use are important to any exerciser and my lack of sight does not limit me from all of the enjoyment and
benefits that the use of this equipment brings".
- Robert D., Chicago, IL
"...We are pleased with all of our Vectra equipment. I tell all of my friends that Vectra has the best exercise equipment".
- Linda S., Penhook, Virginia.
"I have to tell you, the VX-28 delivered Friday and both my son and I got our first workout
Saturday. The design and thought put into this device is simply in a word AMAZING. Even my wife
is impressed with it and she couldn't care less about workouts. As you know, I was ready to pull
the trigger on the Tuff Stuff Apollo 4500. For about $1,200 more I got the VX and there is so
much more to this device than the Apollo. I absolutely made the right choice. Again, just a great,
great device. Very excited and glad I made the switch from Tuff Stuff to Vectra".
- Mike P., Cincinnati, OH.
"My wife initiated our interest in purchasing a new home gym and her first choice was the BowFlex.
I convinced her to look at other machines for a comparison, and she found something better, the Precor
3.23. It is also a functional trainer and we both liked it, but it did not offer traditional leg
extension/flexion and it did not offer a center connection at the base. Then we saw the VFT-100 at
All About Fitness in Lenexa. I was immediately impressed with the size and the added benefits it
offered over the Precor. Your machine had exactly what we were looking for. The adjustable arms
on each side were similar to the Precor, the rest was above and beyond the Precor. I like the pulleys
located at the top and bottom of the machine, and having them centrally located adds so much more
functionality. I also liked the fact that a bench came with the machine. Everything we wanted, built
into one machine that utilizes very little space. I am a Professional Firefighter and I really like
the concept of the Functional Trainer. This technique of training and exercising will help me maintain
my overall fitness and readiness to perform my duties as a Firefighter."
- Bruce, Kansas City, Kansas.
"The innovation, design and craftsmanship found on all Vectra gyms are just what our discerning clients demand."
- Fabio Ravasi, Owner of Fitness Showrooms in New York.
"I am confident every Vectra installation will go to plan and offer the highest customer satisfaction."
- David Kutler, Owner of Body Basics in Omaha, NE.
"The Vectra line has brought us prestige, and being a new business in the current economic climate,
their support has been tremendous!"
- Mark Tollison and Paul Jackson, Owners of Fitness Mart in San Diego.
This compact machine offers Big Gym functionality while taking up a miniscule 6' x 6' of floor space.
This revolutionary design offers two completely different training disciplines on the same machine, featuring Fixed weight and Free weight benefits.
In February 2007, the VFT-100 earned the distinction of best buy in the premium gym category of Consumers Digest magazine, a leading consumer publication.
The VX-11 is a dual station component of the modular Series VX commercial grade gyms.
The VX-18 continues to set the standard for single stack, multi station weight machines. It's the latest evolution of the very first industry-changing Vectra machine.
The VX-28 brings a full commercial quality health club workout into your home and can be used by 2 people at the same time.
The VX-38 continues to set the standard for multi stack, multi station weight machines. This unit is ideally suited for multiple users in a home or institutional setting.
The VX-48 is the top of the Vectra Fitness line, offering the most comprehensive assortment of features and exercises available in a multi gym.
The VX-FT offers the ultimate in training for life's movements and demands, whether associated with everyday activities, sports, or rehabilitation.
The VX-FT 2 stack is the most progressive functional training machine available. It is suitable for multiple training environments, from medical and athletic trianing facilities to home settings.
The VX-DC joins our award-winning family of Series VX gyms and functional trainers.