All Terrain Wheelchairs will help you traverse rough and uneven surfaces.
- All terrain wheelchairs are a more rugged solution for wheelchair users who desire to venture off the beaten path. Most traditional wheelchairs are designed for usage at home or for traveling over moderately rugged area such as road, and pavements. All-terrain wheelchairs have been designed to eliminate this restriction and give disabled people a chance to enjoy the beauty and serenity of beaches, parks and other natural habitats. Motorized all-terrain mobility devices travel well over gravel, grass, sand, and ice. They have fat pneumatic tires for shock-absorption and are made of light-weight, non-corrosive, stainless steel frames. Various wheelchair accessories like beach umbrellas, drink holders, carry-ons, seat adaptations and interchangeable wheels are available to make the usage more comfortable. These wheelchairs can be easily disassembled for easy transportation. The prices vary greatly from model to model, all the way from $1,800 up to $14,000.
- When shopping for an all-terrain wheelchair, be sure to test-drive various models and ask a lot of questions. Select a wheelchair which suits your budget and planned usage requirements. For example if you frequently visit the beaches you could consider the Landeez wheelchair sold by Natural Access. It is specially designed to travel over sand and soft soils. The entire frame disassembles in seconds for easy transport and storage. It has adjustable armrests and leg rests, and the stainless-steel frame is resilient for use outdoors. It costs approximately $2,280.
- You could shop online and check the various models which manufacturers provide. Shopping online is less expensive and your insurance policy could cover half the expenses of the wheelchair. Another option is to check the classifieds or your local disability association's bulletin board to see if any used all-terrain wheel chairs are advertised. If you think that you may not use the wheelchair much and find the cost prohibitive then consider renting one. Many resorts throughout America offer all-terrain rentals to their vacationing guests. This is a great way to get the most out of your vacation without outlaying the money for a chair you will use only infrequently.