The Benefits to Using the Freedom Chair
Ease
The chair’s lever drivetrain system allows the user to push the chair forward with ease. In fact, the lever drive requires less strength and endurance as a standard wheelchair.
Ergonomically Friendly
The lever drivetrain system is ergonomically friendly. Issues may arise when using a standard wheelchair, such as stress in the shoulders and wrists. However, the Freedom Chair’s design eliminates these potential issues.
Health
Because of the ergonomically friendly design and location of the levers, using the chair not only exercises your arms, but also provides a low impact cardiovascular workout.
Mobile
The Freedom Chair is compact. It offers quick release features that disassemble and fit into a trunk of a small sedan. Surprisingly, the heaviest piece is the seat, which weighs 25 lbs.
Versatile
The Freedom Chair adapts to the terrain travelled on. While the chair works on pavement, it also works well on grass, sand, and much more.
Easy to Fix
Bicycle parts are what makes the Freedom Chair. Therefore, repairs and maintenance are inexpensive. A mechanic at a bicycle shop can easily troubleshoot and fix the issue.
Customizable
Since the Freedom Chair is made up of bicycle components, it can be tailored according to the users’ needs. Whether that be changing the wheels or the gearing, the user can make it their own.
Price
The price is $4000 CAD, while a standard wheelchair is about $580 CAD. Though the price of the Freedom Chair is high compared to a standard wheelchair, it offers the user to experience a new quality of life. It also enables them to push past the pavement. Maintenance is affordable, and parts are easily accessible.