Travel Wheelchair Wheelchair Travel Outside of the United States... ?
...Traveling outside of the U.S. in a wheelchair, easiest (and most difficult!) destinations, and strategies?
I went to Sydney Australia and had a FANTASTIC time. The city is clean and the people are friendly and we got into lots of things for free or my friend went in free as my attendant. Also there's this GREAT accessible cottage in the Hunter Valley Wine country that was built accessible. You can also get CHEAP seats at the Sydney Opera House. I think ours were 50% off.
The Pioneering Spirit Travel Wheelchair is not an old fashioned wheelchair designed for use in a hospital or convalescent home. This is a high quality travel wheelchair specifically designed for an active lifestyle. Its unique style and comfort will set you apart from the crowd. Dont let the old fashioned perception of a wheelchair hold you back from the vacation or holiday of your dreams. Let the Pioneering Spirit Travel Wheelchair help take you there. The Pioneering Spirit Travel Wheelchair folds to the size of a small golf bag and even has an optional carry bag. It has a sleek nonmedical look and unique fold that you wont find anywhere else. It is the best way to travel. This travel wheelchair is not limited to exotic locales. Its also perfect for a trip to the mall or for a stroll at the park.
Dimensions: Width when folded 29cm. Height to seat 48cm. Height of backrest 47cm. Seat width 45cm. Depth of seat 45cm. Handle height 95cm. Maximum user weight 115kg (18st1lb). Parking brakes. Weight of chair 9.3kg. Manufacturer's 1 year guarantee. EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 822383247946. Overall width when open 57cm. 8in wheels. Folding backrest, flip-back arm rests. Padded armrests. Lightweight. Folds for transportation and storage. Puncture-proof tyres. Easy clean upholstery. Easy to fold and portable. Height adjustable footrests. By Ease of Living.
If you are looking for a sharp attractive power wheelchair the IMC Heartway Tiara S20 is the choice for you The anti tipper suspension provides security while the 4600rpm 450W motor and 34AH battery provides the power. A red injectionmolded plastic shroud with three coats finish and white captain s seat gives it an attractive appearance. Armrests are width and angle adjustable and 20 wide captain s seat back is foldable with adjustable headrest for personalized comfort. The P and G VR2 controller is programmable and comes on either left or right side (please specify). The IMC Heartway Tiara S20power wheelchair has a clean look with a smart design a great choice in powered mobility. Maximum Speed: 4.5 MPH. Turning Radius: 20.3 . Ground Clearance: 2.75 . Range of Travel: 18 miles per charge. Overall Length/Width: 42.5 / 25.2 . Std. Seat Width/Depth: 20 / 18 . Caster/Drive Wheels: 8 x 2 / 10 x 3.3 . Breaks Down Into: 2 Pieces . Heaviest Piece: Approx. 119 Lbs.
* Overall dimensions: 12¾" x 17 1/3" (33 x 45cm).* Neck cutout 4½" (12cm).* Strap not removable.* Latex free.Easy to use, portable, plastic tray rests comfortably for easy shampooing. Can be used with almost any chair. Compact and lightweight, this tray is great for travel and easily fits in a suitcase. Contoured 13⁄8" (3.5cm) sides support neck. 35½" (90cm) strap wraps around client’s forearm to stabilize tray. Cleans easily with soap or household disinfectant and water.
If you are looking for a sleek attractive power wheelchair the IMC Heartway P14 Mini is the choice for you The rear anti tippers provide stability while the 4600rpm 450W motor provides the power. This model is smaller and lightweight for easy transport and has a smaller 19.3" turning radius for better maneuverability. The P and G VR2 controller comes on either left or right side (please specify). The IMC Heartway P14 Mini power wheelchair has a seamless frame and a beautiful streamline design. 18 wide dual color vinyl seat. Rear antitip casters. Maximum Speed: 3 MPH. Turning Radius: 19.3 . Ground Clearance: 2.75 . Range of Travel: 6 miles per charge. Overall Length/Width: 35.8 / 22.4 . Std. Seat Width/Depth: 18 / 16 . Caster/Drive Wheels: 7 x 1.75 / 9 x 3.5 . Breaks Down Into: 2 Pieces.
If you are looking for a tough and attractive power wheelchair the IMC Heartway Vital is the choice for you With heavyduty fourpole 4600rpm 500W motor/gearbox this model is strong. A red injectionmolded plastic shroud with three coats finish and white captain s seat gives it an attractive appearance. Armrests are width and angle adjustable and the wide captain s seat back is foldable with adjustable headrest for personalized comfort. The 70 Amp VR2 controller is programmable and comes on either left or right side. The IMC Heartway Vital power wheelchair is a heavy duty and attractive choice in powered mobility. Maximum Speed: 7.5 MPH. Turning Radius: 23.8 . Ground Clearance: 2.75 . Range of Travel: 22.4 miles per charge. Overall Length/Width: 45.2 / 26 . Seat Width/Depth: 22 24 25 / 20 . Caster/Drive Wheels: 9 x 3 / 14 x 3 . Breaks Down Into: 2 Pieces. Heaviest Piece: Approx. 148Lbs. Color: Red/Blue.
If you are looking for a tough and attractive power wheelchair the IMC Heartway Sahara C18 is the choice for you With an aircraft aluminum frame heavy duty four pole motor/gearbox and full suspension this model is strong and rugged. Armrests are width and angle adjustable footrest streamlined and 18 wide captain s seat back is foldable and adjustable to five different angles for personalized comfort. The 70 Amp VSI controller position is adjustable forward or backward and comes on either left or right side (please specify).The IMC Heartway Sahara C18 power wheelchair is versatile sturdy and stylish. Maximum Speed: 7.5 MPH. Turning Radius: 22.5 . Ground Clearance: 3 . Range of Travel: 12 miles per charge. Overall Length / Width: 47.5 / 25 . Seat Width / Depth: 18 20 22 / 18 . Caster / Drive Wheels: 9.5 x 3 / 14 x 3 . Breaks Down Into: 5 Pieces. Heaviest Piece: 123 Lbs.
The IMC Heartway Allure HP6 power electric wheelchair easily disassembled for transport is a great choice in powered mobility The 4600 RPM 450W motor and 2 12v batteries provide the power; electronic selfgenerating brakes and rear casters with incorporated suspension provide security; while the allmetal frame provides unbeatable strength. Injectionmolded plastic shroud with three coats finish in your choice of 3 body colors gives it an attractive appearance. With 8 front castors and 12 drive wheels for a tighter turning radius the IMC Heartway Allure HP6 power wheelchair is a strong and endurable mid wheel drive model. Standard 20 captains seat. The Joystick can be mounted on the left or Right side (Please Specify ). Fits through most standard doors. Maximum Speed: 5 MPH. Turning Radius: 18 . Ground Clearance: 3 . Range of Travel: 22 miles per charge. Overall Length/Width: 42.5 / 25.2 . Std. Seat Width/Depth: 20 . Caster/Drive Wheels: 8 x 2 / 12 x 4 . Breaks Down Into: 2 Pieces . Heaviest Piece: Approx. 113 Lbs. Color: Red/Blue/Champagne.
Zach's Audition- Zach is Oprah 2 (now with wheelchair and world travel)
What wheelchair-bound Canadian travelled around the world to raise money for spinal cord research?
RICK HANSEN is the wheelchair bound Canadian athlete who toured around the world to raise money for research and spinal cord injury awareness.
At the age of 16, Rick sustained a spinal cord injury and would never walk again. He was paralyzed from the waist down. After seven months, Rick returned home from rehabilitation in Vancouver. Slowly, he learned how to deal with his new life, and with the encouragement of his volleyball coach, stayed involved in sports. He discovered wheelchair basketball and other sports; set new goals for his life; and began to make new dreams.
He was recruited by coach and mentor, Stan Stronge from the Vancouver Cablecars wheelchair basketball team. In 1976, Rick enrolled at the University of British Columbia, and was the first person with a disability to graduate with a Degree in Physical Education.
Between 1979 and 1984, Rick turned his focus to track, winning nineteen international wheelchair marathons, the world title four times and nine gold medals at the 1982 Pan Am Games. He won a gold and silver medal at the 1984 Paralympic Summer Games in Stoke Mandeville, and a gold, silver and bronze at the1980 Paralympic Summer Games in Arnhem, Holland. He also competed for Canada in the 1984 Olympic Games in track, as an exhibition sport, and was the first person to break the two-hour time in a wheelchair marathon.
On March 21, 1985, he set out on a journey that would make history. The journey was called "The Man In Motion World Tour." Its purposes were to raise funds for spinal cord injury research and to make communities more accessible and inclusive. Every day, Rick completed the equivalent of three marathons - through all kinds of terrain, in all kinds of weather. The journey took the Tour through 34 countries.
In August 1986, Rick and the team arrived back on Canadian soil, in Cape Spear, Newfoundland, ready to begin the final leg of the journey home to Vancouver, and their final challenge: crossing the prairies in the middle of winter.
On May 22, 1987, thousands of people lined the streets to welcome Rick and the team home. The Tour raised $26 million for spinal cord injury research, rehabilitation and sport!
[Another point of interest: "St. Elmos Fire" ("Man in Motion") is best known as the theme of the similarly titled 1985 film "St. Elmos Fire"; however, it was originally written for Rick Hansen, the wheelchair bound Canadian athlete who tours the world to raise money for research and to increasespinal cord injury awareness. Performed by John Parr and adapted for film, "St. Elmos Fire" became an instant hit, earning a Grammy nomination.]
For more about the Rick Hansen Foundation, please see:
Before reading your long question, I had a knee ache (probaly because I walked 12 kilometers today). I took a 600mg cpsule of ibuprofen then began reading. Now, after reading about JP2 for 5 minutes I feel much better. Should I call the Vatican to let them know that we have a second "miracle candidate" ?
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Before reading your long question, I had a knee ache (probaly because I walked 12 kilometers today). I took a 600mg cpsule of ibuprofen then began reading. Now, after reading about JP2 for 5 minutes I feel much better. Should I call the Vatican to let them know that we have a second "miracle candidate" ?