{"product_id":"align-pilates-c8-s-pro-reformer-with-half-cadillac","title":"Align Pilates C8-S Pro Pilates Reformer with Half Cadillac","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.ra-c8shc{font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:15px;line-height:1.7;color:#232323;width:100%;box-sizing:border-box}\n.ra-c8shc *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.ra-c8shc h2{font-size:22px;line-height:1.3;font-weight:700;color:#232323;margin:0 0 14px}\n.ra-c8shc h3{font-size:18px;line-height:1.35;font-weight:700;color:#232323;margin:26px 0 10px}\n.ra-c8shc p{margin:0 0 14px}\n.ra-c8shc a{color:#323f4e;text-decoration:underline}\n.ra-c8shc ul{margin:0 0 16px;padding-left:20px}\n.ra-c8shc li{margin:0 0 7px}\n.ra-c8shc .ra-note{border-left:4px solid #c0801f;background:#fdf6e7;padding:14px 16px;margin:0 0 20px;border-radius:4px}\n.ra-c8shc .ra-note strong{display:block;margin-bottom:6px;color:#7a5210}\n.ra-c8shc .ra-split{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:16px;margin:0 0 18px}\n.ra-c8shc .ra-col{flex:1 1 260px;border:1px solid #e2e2e2;border-radius:6px;padding:14px 16px}\n.ra-c8shc .ra-col h4{margin:0 0 8px;font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#539499}\n.ra-c8shc .ra-tw{overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 20px}\n.ra-c8shc table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;min-width:520px}\n.ra-c8shc th,.ra-c8shc td{border:1px solid #e2e2e2;padding:10px 12px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;font-size:14px}\n.ra-c8shc th{background:#539499;color:#fff;font-weight:700}\n.ra-c8shc tr:nth-child(even) td{background:#fafafa}\n.ra-c8shc details{border:1px solid #e2e2e2;border-radius:6px;margin:0 0 10px}\n.ra-c8shc summary{cursor:pointer;padding:12px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:15px;list-style:revert}\n.ra-c8shc details p{padding:0 14px 12px;margin:0}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ra-c8shc\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePush through bar work on the white C8-S, on a single 243cm footprint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Align Pilates C8-S Pro Pilates Reformer with Half Cadillac is the white C-Series studio machine raised to 42cm on its own leg extensions, with a stainless steel Half Cadillac frame at the head end. Assembled it stands 205cm on a 243cm by 67cm floor plan and weighs 118kg. Most buyers searching for a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pilates-reformer-with-tower\"\u003ereformer with a tower\u003c\/a\u003e mean exactly this. It ships as one bundle, with the bracket set, mattress converter and platform extender in the crate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne limit belongs at the top rather than buried in a spec sheet. The C8-S Pro takes the Half Cadillac only. Align-Pilates states on the manufacturer page that the Full Cadillac cannot be attached to this frame, and no bracket changes that. If your repertoire needs the trapeze, buy the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/align-pilates-c8-pro-cadillac-reformer-combo\"\u003eC8-Pro with Full Cadillac\u003c\/a\u003e instead. If push through bar, pull down bar and spring work covers what you teach, the Half Cadillac does all of it, lower and without needing a wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn use it is two machines in one place. Teach a reformer session on the 92cm by 58cm carriage, then fit the mattress converter and platform extender and it becomes a flat bed for supine work. The 8 springs come in two lengths, 47cm for the reformer and 64cm for the tower, so switching modes is not a re-rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ra-note\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalf Cadillac only, and the bracket is C8-S specific\u003c\/strong\u003e\nThe C8-S Pro cannot take a Full Cadillac. Align-Pilates confirms it, and it is not something you can add later. Second, the C8-S mounts its Half Cadillac on its own bracket, PAP-C8SHCADBKT, a different part from the one used on the C8 and C2 Pro. The two do not interchange, so anyone retrofitting a tower to a C8-S they own must order the C8-S bracket. Third, assembled height is 205cm, so measure to the lowest obstruction and leave clearance for the pull down bar arc.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for, and not ideal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ra-split\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ra-col\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBest for\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudios that need Cadillac repertoire with floor space for one machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClient facing rooms where a white frame and stainless tower suit the space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne to one and small group teaching across reformer, tower and flat bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhysio and rehab rooms working at a 42cm bed height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ra-col\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNot ideal for\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants trapeze work, as this frame will never take a Full Cadillac\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRooms with under 205cm of clear height to the lowest obstruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudios that clear equipment away, since at 118kg it stays where you build it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers outside 145cm to 193cm, or over 150kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry this one\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Half Cadillac stands on the reformer rather than against a wall, so it can sit in the middle of a room and be worked from both sides. The upper frame is stainless steel, which matters in a humid studio where chromed steel eventually pits. Underneath it is the same C8-S we sell on its own: a Rapid Change spring bar that adjusts with one hand with the springs attached, Pro Rope Adjusters that move both ropes together, an 8 wheel carriage on aluminium runners, and concealed feet for levelling. Align-Pilates has it independently tested to ISO 20957-1 Class S.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuying it as a bundle also removes the part number problem. Bracket, leg extensions, converter and extender all have to match the model, and the C8-S parts are specific to it. Piecemeal ordering is where retrofits go wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHalf Cadillac here against a Full Cadillac on the C8-Pro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Half Cadillac gives you the push through bar, the maple pull down bar, arm and leg springs, foot straps and hand handles on one pair of uprights at 205cm. The Full Cadillac adds a second pair of uprights, the trapeze with its foot support, fuzzy handles, and 12 springs rather than 8. It needs more room and more height, and it cannot be fitted to a C8-S at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want the white finish and a tower, this bundle is the only way to have both. If you want the option of a full frame later, start with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/align-pilates-c8-pro-reformer-with-tower\"\u003eC8-Pro with Half Cadillac\u003c\/a\u003e, which takes either frame and ships with a sitting box and gondola pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ra-tw\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePoint of difference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eC8-S Pro, Half Cadillac\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eC8-Pro, Full Cadillac\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUprights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne pair at the head end\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull four poster frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrapeze\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, with foot support and handles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSprings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8, in 47cm and 64cm lengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12, including 2 very strong black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite, stainless tower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnodised aluminium, stainless frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the specs mean for you\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ra-tw\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat it means in practice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e205cm assembled height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasure to the lowest obstruction, and leave room for the pull down bar arc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHalf Cadillac only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA permanent limit. Programme around push through and pull down bar work, as trapeze is not available here\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC8-S Leg Extensions included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA requirement, not an upgrade. The tower needs the bed at 42cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118kg combined weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo people to move it, and not a machine you reposition between classes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 springs in two lengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47cm for the reformer, 64cm for the tower, so there is no swapping hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMattress converter and platform extender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurn the carriage into a flat bed for supine work without buying anything else\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150kg rating, 145cm to 193cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCovers a normal adult client range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat ships with it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC8-S Pro reformer with white aluminium runners, frame ends and legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC8-S Leg Extensions, raising the bed to 42cm studio height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf Cadillac frame in stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf Cadillac bracket set, C8-S specific, PAP-C8SHCADBKT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMattress converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatform extender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush through bar in aluminium, with rapid adjust height changers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaple pull down bar, also called a roll down bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick release safety strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne pair of foot straps, one pair of hand handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo pairs of rapid adjust double eyelet spring holders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 aluminium carabiners, 8 double ended dog clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 nickel plated music wire springs: 2 standard 47cm very light yellow, 2 standard 47cm medium red, 2 long 64cm light purple, 2 long 64cm strong red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSold separately\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGondola pole. Not part of this bundle, although the storage hooks for it are fitted under the runner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJump board, shared with the wider C-Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe machine on its own, as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/align-pilates-c8-s-pro-reformer-machine-papreformerc8s\"\u003eC8-S Pro reformer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement or additional springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCall \u003ca href=\"tel:8668616317\"\u003e866-861-6317\u003c\/a\u003e between 9am and 6pm EST, Monday to Friday, and we will check ceiling height, bracket and part numbers before you order. White glove delivery and in room assembly are a paid add on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFull specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ra-tw\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePAPC8SHALFCAD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish and tower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite aluminium runners, frame ends and legs, concealed adjustable feet. Stainless steel tower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e243cm L x 67cm W. Bed at 26cm, or 42cm on the Leg Extensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions with Half Cadillac\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e243cm L x 67cm W x 205cm H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarriage size and travel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e92cm L x 58cm W bed, 105cm of travel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70.4kg alone, 78kg with Leg Extensions, 118kg with the Half Cadillac\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 PU wheels on aluminium runners\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRapid Change, one hand, springs attached\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSprings included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 music wire: 2 x 47cm very light, 2 x 47cm medium, 2 x 64cm light, 2 x 64cm strong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFootbar, head rest, shoulder rests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOversized lockable footbar, 4 positions. 3 position headrest. Off centred rests for two widths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRopes and risers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro Rope Adjusters, both ropes together. Stainless steel risers, 7 positions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum user weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150kg, for users 145cm to 193cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHalf Cadillac fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePush through bar, maple pull down bar, safety strap, foot straps, hand handles, 2 pairs of spring holders, carabiners and clips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCadillac compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHalf Cadillac only, bracket PAP-C8SHCADBKT. No Full Cadillac\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndependently tested to ISO 20957-1 Class S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;aspect-ratio:16\/9;max-width:900px;margin:24px auto;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/Tp3rv9T4n4k\" title=\"The C8-S Pro Stylish White Pilates Reformer | Align-Pilates\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"accelerometer; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis bundle ships freight on a pallet and arrives partially assembled. At 118kg it takes two people to move into position, and it is built in the room where it will live, since carrying a finished machine through a doorway is not realistic. Align-Pilates publishes the assembly guide and we send the link with your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I fit a Full Cadillac to this reformer later?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Align-Pilates confirms the C8-S Pro cannot have a Full Cadillac attached. If a full frame is a possibility, buy the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/align-pilates-c8-pro-cadillac-reformer-combo\"\u003eC8-Pro with Full Cadillac\u003c\/a\u003e rather than replacing this machine later.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eI already own a C8-S. Can I add the Half Cadillac?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. You need the Half Cadillac frame, the C8-S Leg Extensions to bring the bed to 42cm, and the C8-S bracket PAP-C8SHCADBKT, which is not the same part as the C8 and C2 Pro version. Call us and we will confirm the part list before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat ceiling height do I actually need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembled height is 205cm. Allow clearance above that for the pull down bar and a standing client on the arm springs, measured to the lowest obstruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the gondola pole included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The gondola pole is sold separately here, although the storage hooks for it are fitted under the runner, so it can be added at any point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it rated for commercial studio use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Align-Pilates specifies the C8-S Pro for studio use and has it independently tested to ISO 20957-1 Class S. Maximum user weight is 150kg, for users 145cm to 193cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Align Pilates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49705388671128,"sku":"PAPC8SHALFCAD","price":6020.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0422\/3942\/6712\/files\/PAPC8SHALFCAD-align-pilates-c8-s-pro-pilates-reformer-half-cadillac-1.jpg?v=1787051742","url":"https:\/\/recovathlete.com\/products\/align-pilates-c8-s-pro-reformer-with-half-cadillac","provider":"RecovAthlete","version":"1.0","type":"link"}