Somewhat more unstable active wheelchair, more vulnerable, but also more flexibly replaceable
That was my active wheelchair. Overall, I was quite happy with it because it was a significant upgrade from a hospital wheelchair. However, I had also placed high hopes in being able to go "wheelchair jogging" without any problems, meaning keeping up with friends and pushing myself. Unfortunately, even after adjusting them 20 times, the front wheels still started to shake violently at walking speed. Even when it fit well for a brief moment, I only had to "jump down" a curb once in a wheelie and the axle was crooked again. That was both annoying and actually sometimes dangerous, because the "shaking" jerks the wheelchair in one direction and sometimes I really had to react very quickly to avoid driving into a car. Folding worked great, but for lifting into the car there are probably much lighter options. Overall, while I found it practical as an ambulatory wheelchair user, on the other hand, I would nowadays tend more towards a rigid frame, since axles generally warp too quickly. So I would tend to recommend it more for "every now and then," when footplate needs change, or if foldability is desired. Otherwise not the most active "active wheelchair".
- Foldable
- Various footplates interchangeable, especially practical for people with flexion contractures
- Hardly any permanently welded parts, making replacement easier
- Front wheels unstable
- Many medical supply store visits due to front wheels etc.
- Not so light
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