Old vs New Step

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Cathlete
So, my current step kind of broke this weekend (I think it's still usable for now, but I will probably have to replace it soon). I'm wondering, what is the difference between the old "original" step and the "new and improved" version. They appear to be the same size, the new one is "improved" yet it is less expensive. What is the difference between the two? Thanks.
 
Cathe Cardio Club Step

The only differences is the plastic used in the new step is stronger and has been tested and approved for loads up to 350 lbs and the rubber mat is also a little thicker and glued to the step better. And last but not least the cathe logo is now on the step:D Everything else though is pretty much the same, including the size of the step.
 
cool - thanks. I may have to go with the original anyway, as I already own the Lo-Max DVD and may as well get a workout I don't have. But this is good to know. Thank you for the quick response!
 
I like the new step much better. You can tell it is sturdier, but my favorite improvement is the pad on the top. I also use my step for weight training and the new, thicker pad is much more comfortable.
 
Thanks, jancpa - that's really useful to know, as I use my step for a bench more than for cardio. That's good to know.
 
How timely, I also have the original Step (the teal/pink one) and the pad keeps coming off on the edges despite using superglue/gorilla glue, etc.. Plus it's just looking worn and ugly after years of wear and tear!

My question is the "new and improved" Step the same one we used at the SD RT?? Or is it even better? :D

Thanks!
Pam
 
Pam, the new one is the one we used at the SD RT.

One thing I've noticed is that the tread is different on the new step, it is softer and my cat likes to use it as a scratching post if I don't put the step vertical and hide the tread. The old step has a tough tread that isn't so scratchable. I wanted to use both so that my daughter and I could workout together but unfortunately she has not caught the bug yet. I haven't given up yet though. ;)
 
I ordered the new cathe step this winter, and for me was expensive becouse I leave in Italy so the shipping cost was really high, I was so excited, but when the step comes I was not so happy becouse I found the platform really strange. It seemed that one half was hard and the other half was flabby, it's hard to explain for me but I feel the difference under my feet when I come on the step so with one foot I feel more stable surface wihle with the other foot I fell some sinking. however the step is ok I need it for Cathe workout becouse in Italy doesn't exist a step like this.:(
 
on internet there are some web site that sell the original step and yes they sell also only the platform but I don't know if they ship to Italy. however is always expensive for me. maybe this winter for Christmas. :(
 
I broke down and bought it because of the 15% discount from the current newsletter. For me it's about the equivalent of free shipping. It will be nice to use as a bench, as I plan to restart STS next week (no ice to fall on this time of year, so hopefully I can get through it this time!) Fingers crossed!
 
I bought it and am amazed at the springiness when using it as a step. It is really comfortable as a bench too. I understand that the risers are supposed to be easy to move in a hurry, however, I wish there were a way to make them lock or at least click into place for safe placement.
 
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