FreeWheel

The Freewheel is a product that attaches to manual wheelchairs to lift front wheel casters and turn into a 3 wheeler allowing for easier access to roll over dirt trails, grass, curbs, gravel, snow, and sand. FreeWheel will NOT work on Flip-up Footplates/Footrests.

Transportation:

Attach the included perch onto the crossbar behind seat back and clamp FreeWheel onto it to stow when not using.

Specifications:

FreeWheel clamps onto chair, may require customization if footrest is over 4 ¾ inches, if the angle of footrest is more than 12% freewheel may not work, large front wheel has less resistance than small casters, Detent: keeps front wheel straight to improve stability and handling but slight pressure will release it allowing to quickly and easily turn.

Pros

Easy to transport, allows manual wheelchair users to maintain independence, allows for a smoother ride by lifting front wheel casters

Cons

Even with detent on if there is a side slope in the trail the free wheel tends to want to go downhill, limited to users arm strength on steeper terrain

Maintenance: 

Routine tightening and cleaning, may require adjustments if used on different wheelchairs

Lenders: 

For purchase only, currently there are no lenders