The Grit Freedom Chair

Grit Freedom chair is a manual all-terrain wheelchair with arm levers for self propulsion. Additional adaptability available for purchase include: tip bars, foot strap, trunk support band, side guards, steering pegs, leg elevation, rope mount

Transportation: 

Disassembles to fit in car

Specifications:

Seat Width: 16”, 18”, 20” Axle-to-Axle Width: 28”, 30”, 32” 

Full Length: 48” 

Full Assembled Chair Weight: 54 lbs, Heaviest Component When Disassembled: 25 lbs 

Frame: Custom, TIG-welded 1000-series steel 

Fork: Tubular steel, 1 ⅛” steerer tube, external bearing cup 

Seatback: 1000-series steel frame, quick-release canes and nylon sling 

Wheel (Front): 9” pneumatic mountainboard wheel, Wheels (Rear): 26” x 2.25” pneumatic mountain bike wheels 

Axle (Front): Passivated, 303 stainless steel, Axles (Rear): Passivated, quick-release 17-4 stainless steel 15 mm thru axle 

Drivetrain: 16T upgraded freewheel 

Chains: 9-speed, 3/32” chains (55 links), Chainrings: 4-bolt, 64mm, 26T 

Cushion: HR polyurethane, machine-washable cover 

Lever Sleeves: Slip-resistant red vinyl/foam hybrid 

Weight Limit: 300 lbs,Height Limit: Currently used by riders from 4’10” - 6’8” 

*Accessories may be required for best fit.

Pros

Good option for manual wheelchair users to maintain independence with access to nature, user can be pushed if required

Cons

Difficult to climb in vegetation growth, requires bilateral arm and trunk control

Maintenance:

Recommend an overall inspection before every ride, maintain tire pressure, and follow maintenance schedule outlined in the user manual

Transfers: Lift systems are recommended for organizations assisting with transfers depending on the users ability to transfer independently. 

Lenders:

Berkley, CA

Bay Area Organized Recreational Program has one grit freedom chair available free of charge. Call 510-848-2930 or email cycling@borp.org to make a reservation.