How To Choose A Wheelchair Indeed, some of these rigid wheelchairs resemble a mountain bike more than a traditional wheelchair, and depending on the model and specifications may only http://www.disabled-world.com/artman/publish/433.shtml
Extractions: Nowadays, wheelchairs can be cheap to purchase and are widely available, so choosing a wheelchair can be confusing. Some people will have been prescribed a specific sort of wheelchair by an Occupational Therapist whilst others might want a wheelchair for when an elderly relative comes to stay. Somebody using the wheelchair independently will require a self propelling (large wheels) model they push themselves. A self propelled, or transit wheelchair (smaller wheels) will be appropriate if the wheelchair will be pushed by an attendant. A folding wheelchair is a good choice for occasional use as they can easily be dismantled, folded and transported by car. The rear wheels will usually come off, and the back might fold down to save space. These wheelchairs are ideal for those going out for the day in the car, or perhaps for someone who cant walk as far as they once could, but maybe dont need to be in a wheelchair all the time. A dedicated motor can be purchased to turn the manual wheelchair into an attendant controlled powerchair making hills much less of a problem. If you are looking at a wheelchair for occasional use, the lighter it is, the easier it will be to dismantle and put in a car boot. As a very rough guide, folding wheelchairs weigh around 33-44lbs / 15-20Kg, which doesnt sound too heavy, but remember that somebody will be pushing wheelchair, and perhaps getting it in and out of the car.
Imi_product The terrain in the developing world is rugged and the infrastructure is not accommodating for conventional wheelchair tires. mountain bike tires are ideal http://www.intelligentmobility.org/product.html
Extractions: The function of the X-brace is to collapse the wheelchair so that it takes up less volume for storage and travel. Functionally, the X-brace supports and aligns the two sides of the wheelchair and distributes the forces to its structural members. Our unique design collapses the chair over 1/3rd of its width without compromising strength and at a minimal added cost. This is achieved through the use of mathematically modeled rotating tabs, whose geometries cause the chair to lock in place when fully expanded while preserving a full range of motion. The terrain in the developing world is rugged and the infrastructure is not accommodating for conventional wheelchair tires. Mountain bike tires are ideal for this environment. Conventional wheelchair wheels have significantly less contact area than mountain bike tires and often little or no tread. Conventional wheels are more likely to get stuck, prematurely wear, and can even endanger the user. Conventional wheels also provide less stability on uneven terrain, increasing the likelihood of the chair tipping and causing the user extreme harm. In addition to the improved safety and functionality benefits, the tires allow for an air filled ride by absorbing significantly more shock than conventional tires.
The Geoff Bone Wheelchair Project - Our Solution The mountain bike tyres allow our chair to transverse rocky, uneven, and even muddy terrain that would be impossible in a regular wheelchair. http://www.wheelchairsfortheworld.org.uk/solution.html
Extractions: In the early '90s, designer and inventor John Castellano of Petaluma fabricated a wheelchair for a disabled friend that was part mountain bike, part go-cart. The Cobra off-road wheelchair featured a chassis with four-wheel disc brakes and a unique steering mechanism that allowed the rider to steer the chair much like an all-terrain vehicle.
Extractions: Search: Login Valid XHTML XFN ... Boma by Molten Rock Equipment Ltd is a lightweight, electrically powered mountain bike for wheelchair users. It can be ridden by individuals with spinal cord injuries or other individuals who require the use of a wheelchair. Boma is the mountain bike gone powered and morphed into a sweet looking lightweight off road wheelchair that comes apart for easy transport. Here are a few of the specifications on this ground grabber: Lightweight frame. Take apart for transport. Top speed 11 km/h. Range 15-20 km. Charging time approximately 6 hours. Weight with batteries 70 kg. Ground clearance 255 mm. Full independent adjustable suspension.
Christian Bagg: ZoomInfo Business People Information Innovating the wheelchair As a rising star on the Alberta mountain bike racing circuit, Bagg aspired to build his own supreme line of bikes to compete with http://www.zoominfo.com/people/Bagg_Christian_869209874.aspx
Extractions: Please Note: This profile was automatically generated using 2 references found on the Internet. This information has not been verified. Learn more... View... var biz_data = ""; 1. Christian Bagg: A Canadian Innovator Rolls Into... - News Forum www.cpamanitoba.ca/forums/inde [Cached] Published on: 10/20/2004 Last Visited: 7/14/2006 Christian Bagg : A Canadian Innovator Rolls Into ... , by Zack Snider Growing up at the foot of the Canadian Rockies, Christian Bagg has always had a passion for extreme outdoor sports. Mountain biking, snowboarding, climbing and caving were all part of his regular routine. In 1996, Bagg was competing in a âbig air' snowboard competition when a crash landing, off an icy jump, left him a T8 paraplegic. This life-changing injury meant an abrupt halt for his active lifestyle, right? Wrong! "I still do everything I want to do," says
Mobility, Kids Quest, NCBDDD, CDC wheelchair racer (source Popular Mechanics) Chariots of Fire Do you like to mountain bike? This site shows a special mountain bike that kids with mobility http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/kids/kmalpage.htm
Extractions: [homepage_includes/new_header.htm] National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) NCBDDD Home Kids' Page Kids' Quest Difficulty Moving Around "Difficulty Moving Around" Quest Can a Kid in a Wheelchair be an Athlete? Follow the 10 steps below for your Web Quest Step 1 : See what you think about kids who have difficulty moving around. Take the Attitude Checkup
Abc7.com: Local Man Changes Lives With Wheelchair Mission 5/22/06 Don created the world s least expensive, but still durable wheelchair. mountain bike tires, lawn chair, simple steel frame, some casters you need http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=local&id=4195638
Off-Road Wheelchair The Phoenix is the first and only fullsuspension off-road wheelchair that you can buy. Standard mountain bike levers. Steering. Adjustable toe http://www.a2xtreme.com/2000/0006.htm
Extractions: Because less than one percent of the earth's surface is paved! The Phoenix is the perfect piece of equipment for the road racer or mono-skier looking for new year-round training opportunities as well as any active person looking to access more of the outdoors. It is also ideal for disabled outdoor recreation providers wishing to expand their programs. The Phoenix is the first and only full-suspension off-road wheelchair that you can buy. It has a "true" suspension which absorbs impacts from drop-offs and objects, like logs and softball sized rocks. It is equipped with two or four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes for ultimate stopping power. It incorporates adjustable ride-height, ground clearance and suspension travel for the strongest push. We have designed the front wheels to work like casters so you can push and steer from the rear wheels (like a standard chair), also contributing to a stronger push. Or use the mountainbike handlebars up front to steer and brake on the downhills. Our speed sensitive steering allows for sharp cornering and accurate, predictable handling at high speeds. Quick release wheels and the lightest, smallest frame on the market make the Phoenix even more user-friendly. The five words that best descibe the Phoenix are: fast, light, stable, comfortable and portable.
How To Interact With A Wheelchair User | EHow.com Individuals wheelchair users are individuals and each one is able to do different things. Some can mountain bike, scuba dive, fly airplanes, drive cars, http://www.ehow.com/how_4881_interact-with-wheelchair.html
Amw.com | Plastic Lawnchair And Bike Wheels Are All It Takes Soon enough, they had a wheelchair model; a $3 plastic lawn chair, mountain bike wheels, an emergency brake and metal industrial casters. http://www.amw.com/call_to_action/detail.cfm?id=138&detail=yes
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4 Wheels Equal Excitement Since an accident ended his snowboarding career in 1997, he has swept the downhill wheelchair series, hucked 55foot jumps in a four-wheel mountain bike and http://www.rgj.com/news/stories/html/2003/10/08/53589.php
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OR/WA District Offices - Medford Closed in fire season, , mountain Bike Trail, Dirt Bike Trail, ATV Trail, Hiking Trail, Interpretive Trail, Scenic Area, wheelchair Accessible http://www.blm.gov/or/districts/medford/recreation/index.php
Extractions: Camping Sites Site Name Use Season No. sites Max. RV length Fees, facilities, and activities Elderberry Flat Campground May-Nov Camping, Restrooms, Campfire Hyatt Lake Recreation Complex April-October Fee Area, Camping, Restrooms, Campfire, Trailer Camping, Picnic Area, Drinking Water, Hiking Trail, Horse Trail, Scenic Area, Boat Ramp, Motor Boating, Fishing, Swimming, Playground, Winter Rec Area, Showers, Wheel Chair Accessible, Marina Skull Creek Campground All Year Camping, Picnic Area, Restrooms, Campfire Tucker Flat Campground May-October RVs not recommended Camping, Picnic Area, Restrooms, Campfire, Swimming, Fishing, Hiking Rogue River Sites Site Name Use Season No. sites Max. RV length
Küschall R33 Rigid Ultralight Manual Wheelchair | 1800wheelchair.com 24 mountain Bike Tires (Included w/24 mountain bike wheel type) . It s important for the wheelchair to be fitted properly and be as narrow as possible http://www.1800wheelchair.com/asp/view-product.asp?product_id=2326
Lasher Sport Why don t you offer mountain bike style knobby all terrain wheels? be willing to spend a few extra dollars so your wheelchair reflects who you are? http://www.lashersport.com/faqs.html
Extractions: Answer- Premium means "having or reflecting superior quality". From the machined billet aluminum fittings, to the high quality hand made craftsmanship of the frame, to the top of the line Spinergy wheels and Frog Legs caster forks, this chair is designed to be a superior quality wheelchair. We also will customize your chair with just about anything you can think of custom stitching, custom side guards, custom finish (mirror finish, anodized, powder coated), and anything else you can think of. These chairs truly are one of a kind!
BBC - Ouch! - Features - Disability Bitch Vs The Countryside We re not supposed to think of it as a wheelchair apparently, more a fourwheeled mountain bike. That s all well and good, but I m seriously concerned. http://www.bbc.co.uk/ouch/features/b1tch/190707.shtml
Extractions: Readers, it may surprise you to learn that I am the proud owner of a Brownie Guide 'Rambler' badge. Yes, at the tender age of something like eight, I too trekked through muddy fields, climbed over stiles, trapped myself in kissing gates and got stung by wasps which flew up my trousers. It was later in life that I realised the entire point of having a mobility disability was that no one could force you to do that , and so I begun opting out of PE lessons with absurd regularity 'because my knee hurt', especially when we were doing cross country running. You see, I HATE THE COUNTRYSIDE - and don't even tell me that I don't know what I'm missing, because I grew up in one of these countrified places, and - believe me! - I do So imagine my dismay at discovering that a disabled inventor from Kent has designed an all-terrain electric buggy which will allow my wheelchair-using chums to go off road . We're not supposed to think of it as a wheelchair apparently, more a four-wheeled mountain bike. That's all well and good, but I'm seriously concerned.
Charity Ride For Wraith's Wheelchair Wraith had his current wheelchair 8 years ago and it is no longer suitable of sleepless in the saddle 24 hour mountain bike race this year; he came, http://www.unicycle.uk.com/wraith.htm
Extractions: 13:00 Saturday, 7th October 2006 to 13:00 Sunday, 8th October 2006 A Unique Event for a Remarkable Young Man Who is it for? Wraith Halford is 18 years old and has a rare genetic condition called Duchene Muscular Dystrophy. DMD is a degenerative condition causing progressive muscle weakness as the muscle cells breakdown and die and it is a life limiting condition with no cure or treatment. Please do go and read about DMD Since Wraith was 10 years old he has been unable to walk and has been reliant on an electrically powered wheelchair for his mobility needs. This chair is now in need of replacement. What is it for? Despite his condition Wraith is an independent young man who enjoys all the things 18 year old young men enjoy, going for a meal, the pub, cinema, going to town with his friends etc. He owes this independence to a crucial piece of equipment, an electrically powered wheelchair. Wraith had his current wheelchair 8 years ago and it is no longer suitable for his needs. Quickie Groove What is this unique event?
