Bikes & Trikes – Product Review
Find the perfect ride to get you around this summer.
Come and try – most of these products will be on display at our expos here.
Chat to a product specialist about your child’s individual needs.
DISCOVERY SERIES TRICYCLES
Manufacturer: Freedom Concepts
Supplier: AC, BM, DJ, DO, PAFL, RM, TM
Up to 158kg
- Designed specifically to help children of all abilities to increase mobility and gain independence through cycling.
- Four models in the range to suit from 18 months and up, includes supportive seat to improve and maintain posture for efficient cycling.
- Powered option and new folding frame option for easy transport.
RIFTON ADAPTIVE TRICYCLE
Manufacturer: Rifton
Supplier: AP, AX, DO, GTK, ILS, MO, MX, SAP, SNS
Up to 90kg
- The Rifton trike provides the therapeutic benefits of cycling including lower extremity strengthening, balancing skills, visual/spatial perception and social development.
- There is a hidden stop to prevent over-steering, and a low gear ratio that helps to slow the trike down.
- Features large, puncture-proof BMX-type wheels that are easy to use outdoors and indoors. No-tool adjustments make it easy as the child grows.
INVACARE TOP END EXCELERATOR HANDCYCLE
Manufacturer: Invacare
Supplier: GTK, PM
Up to 158kg
- The Top End Excelerator is an ultra-manoeuvrable upright three-wheel handcycle featuring ovalised ergonomic hand pedals and performance wheels.
- Stable, oval tube carbon steel frame construction with adjustable sliding seat makes transfers in and out easy.
- Features a Shimano® seven-speed internal hub with reversing drum brake and is capable of speeds up to 24km/h.
MOMO THERAPY BICYCLE
Manufacturer: Schuchmann
Supplier: AP, AX, DO, JJ
35 to 100kg
- Individual drive – from a rigid
- drive via a seven-gear freewheel brake hub, right up to an electrical support.
- Low access level as standard feature which permits the rider to climb on conveniently and also allows independent transfer.
- • Stabiliser wheels can be adjusted from rigid to very soft which helps train balance, co-ordination and endurance.
MOMO TRICYCLE
Manufacturer: Schuchmann
Supplier: AP, AR, AX, DO, JJ
40 to 120kg
- The Schuchmann Momo trike is beautifully designed to provide both therapeutic and riding pleasure with features that optimise comfort and ease of pedalling.
- Low centre of gravity, ultra-low bar and wide frame makes it easy to get on and off the trike safely and independently.
- Multi-directional seating adjustments, available in six sizes to suit all ages and a selection of frame colours.
WOLTURNUS ROADRUNNER
Manufacturer: Wolturnus
Supplier: DJ
Up to 120kg
- Wolturnus Roadrunner is purpose-built for frame running, an athletic discipline for people with disabilities such as cerebral palsy or other neuromuscular disorders.
- Lightweight, aluminium frame to be fast, but stable, on the track. Plus a front wheel disc brake for braking in all conditions.
- One frame with three wheel sizes to grow with you.
PETRA FRAME RUNNERS
Manufacturer: ConnieHansen
Supplier: AC, BM, DJ, FW, PAFL
Up to 120kg
- The Petra Frame Runner is designed for multiple activities including basic mobility, play, family rides, sport and physical fitness.
- Available in seven sizes, catering for ages 18-months to adult, with
a wide range of support options to suit all abilities. - Rolls so freely that even children and adults
using power wheelchairs can propel themselves by their own efforts.
INVACARE FORCE 3 HANDCYCLE SPEEDS
Manufacturer: Invacare
Supplier: GTK, PM
Up to 113kg
- The Force 3 is perfect for those just starting out or looking to get into competitive handcycling.
- Features a sleek wrap-around frame that is stiff with high ground clearance, and has 27 speeds.
- Comes with performance wheels and Shimano components, adjustable back angle, seat and footrests.
DC TRI ELECTRIC TRIKE
Manufacturer: DC
Supplier: DC
Up to 120kg
- This e-trike doesn’t require pedalling, is highly manoeuvrable and has a zero turning radius.
- Fun to ride and, with three wheels, it’s an easier and safer ride than any two-wheel bike or scooter.
- Serves the purpose of a mobility device without looking like one.
KRABAT RUNNER
Manufacturer: Krabat
Supplier: MX
Up to 35kg and up to 70kg
- The Krabat Runner is a combined kick bike and walking bike for children with disabilities from three years of age.
- Detachable seat, transforming it from a walking bike to a kick bike.
- Both the seat and steering bar are height adjustable and the foldable steering bar makes it easy to transport.
TOOGETHER ADAPTIVE E BIKE
Manufacturer: Nijland Cycling
Supplier: DCB
Up to 220kg
- The Toogether makes it possible for passengers with a physical and/or mental disability to safely take a bike ride.
- Armrests and a seat belt are optionally available for the passenger seat. Both seats and handlebars are adjustable for a relaxed sitting position.
- Seven-speed Shimano. Passenger can pedal but does not have to.
FOLLOW ME MOMO
Manufacturer: Schuchmann
Supplier: AP, AX, DO, JJ
40 to 80kg
- Follow Me Momo is a clever parent-child tandem coupling system to connect the Momo Tricycle to any adult bicycle.
- Fits onto all 66cm and 68cm adult bicycles.
- Pivot function for safety – so the tricycle and parent bike can tilt independently of each other.
EDGE TRICYCLE
Manufacturer:
Mission Cycles
Supplier: BC, EB, JJ (formerly Blind Freddy Bikes
- The Edge range of tricycles are chain driven with three wheels to give added support, stablility and to build confidence.
- Adjustable handle bars plus a front locking handbrake.
- Available in 12” right up to 24” sizes.
- Multiple colours to choose.
IMP, TERRIER AND TMX TRIKES
Manufacturer: Theraplay
Supplier: DJ, ILS
32 – 90kg (avail in 3 sizes)
- • Theraplay trikes are modular and adaptable to the rider’s needs, with optional positioning accessories to provide comfort and support if the rider needs it.
- • Multiple gearing options available, including freewheeling option, when fatigue occurs.
- • The Terrier and TMX are foldable and have the ability to be hitched to a family member’s bike.
BALANCE BIKE – ROOKIE 12
Manufacturer: Kidvelo
Supplier: KB
Up to 30kg
- The Rookie Balance Bike helps toddlers as young as two learn how to ride a bike without needing stabilizers or training wheels.
- Lightweight, with an adjustable seat range of 30-44cm and comes in four bright neon colours.
- Learning balance before pedals are introduced speeds up the transition to a pedal bike – it is far easier to learn one new skill than three at one time (such as balance, pedalling and braking).
THE VOYAGER
Manufacturer: Freedom Wheels
Supplier: TAD
Up to 120kg
- The Freedom Wheels Voyager provides a low step-through frame.
- Suitable for teens and adults who are independent riders, have good safety awareness and can pedal without hip and trunk support.
- Support includes outriggers to provide stability. Outriggers are wider and stronger than training wheels and much more flexible, for a smoother, quieter ride.
Suppliers
AC: Aidacare www.aidacare.com.au
AX: APEX Mobility www.apexmobility.com.au
AP: Astris PME www.astris-pme.com.au
BM: Better Mobility www.bettermobility.com.au
DC: DC Trike https://dctrike.com
DJ: Dejay www.dejay.com.au
DO: Doability www.doability.com.au
DCB: Dutch Cargo Bike https://dutchcargobike.com.au
E: Etac www.etac.com/en-au/australia/
FW: Freedom Wheels www.freedomwheels.org.au
GTK: GTK www.gtk.com.au
ILS: Independent Living Specialists www.ils.com.au
JJ: Just Juniors www.justjuniors.com.au
MX: Medix21 http://www.medix21.com.au
M: Motum www.motum.com.au
PAFL: Professional Assistance for Living www.pafl.com.au
Push Mobility: Push Mobility www.pushmobility.com.au
SNS: Special Needs Solution www.specialneedssolutions.com.au
SPE: Specialised Paediatric Equipment www.at4kids.com.au
SAP: Step Ahead Paediatrics www.stepaheadpaediatrics.com.au
TAD: Tad Solve www.solve-tad.org.au
TM: Think Mobility www.thinkmobility.com.au
W: Wishbone https://au.wishbonedesign.com/