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Swoosh Sports Wheelchair by Colours

Swoosh Sports Wheelchair by Colours
Item #: 2187 | ColoursSKU: SWOOSH

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Designed for those who need total adjustability
Versatile camber settings for agile turning

$1,750.00
Sugg. Retail: $2,314.00

Shipping: FREE /Custom Built - ships 4-6 weeks

Description

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Who says that every sports wheelchair has to be alike? The "Swoosh" sports wheelchair by colours was designed for individuals that need and want total adjustability from their wheelchair.

The "Swoosh" comes equipped with multiple rear seat positions. This allows you to adjust your chair to its maximum performance (21") for everyday as well as active use.

The versatile camber settings of the "Swoosh" wheelchair will give you the stability and confidence to move faster and quicker with less resistance. Be creative and find your own unique wheelchair positioning that will allow you to play your ultimate game.

Features

Adjustable rear seat height
One slot reversible axle plate
Quick-release rear axle
Push-to-lock wheel locks
24" radial spoke wheel
Anodized black handrims
Lightweight aluminum frame
Versatile camber settings for agile turning

Included

One Swoosh Sports Wheelchair by Colours
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Specifications

Weight Capacity	250 lbs.
Weight	20 lbs.

Frame	Powder-Coated Rigid Ultralightweight Aluminum
Warranty	Colours in Motion warrants all rigid hardware for the lifetime of its registered owner

Seat Width

It's important for the wheelchair to be fitted properly and be as narrow as possible while maintaining comfort and safety. This will insure the best performance for navigating tight areas both inside the home as well out in public spaces.

A wheelchair that is too narrow or too wide can cause discomfort. When too narrow, a wheelchair can become restrictive and increase the likelihood of pressure sores, while when it's too wide, becomes more difficult to push due to the angle of the arms from the shoulders to the wheels.

To determine the necessary seat width, measure the rider's widest area of the body and add one inch. This will allow for optimum seat width while maintaining ideal usability, comfort and safety.

Seat Depth

Front Seat Height

Front seat height is measured from the front of the seat to the floor. Standard seat to floor height is 19.5". Hemi height (a lower seat) is usually 17.5"

To determine the appropriate seat height, measure from the bend of the knee to the bottom of the foot. Subtract the height of the seat cushion if one is being used. If the wheelchair is not being self propelled by the feet, also add about 2 inches to allow for foot clearance.

Rear Seat Height

Rear seat height is measured from the back of the seat to the floor. A chair's rear seat-to-floor height is most commonly set at a height 1" lower than the front seat height

The rear of the seat is generally set at lower height than the front of the seat to prevent sliding forward.

Backrest

Backrest Options

Color

Backrest Height

Upholstery

Armrests

Armrests are mostly a matter of personal choice, but most often users without much mobility appreciate armrests to help alleviate shoulder and back stress. Armrests also provide additional stability for users with limited upper body balance and are helpful when navigating in and out of the wheelchair. Additionally, armrests allow users the ability to do pushups, helping relieve pressure as well as protecting clothing from the wheels.

When armrests are not fitted properly the wheelchair can become more difficult to push. Not all armrests are adjustable. Height should be fitted to allow the forearm to rest fully on the armrest without pushing up on the shoulders. For users who sit at a table or desk, swing-away armrest can beneficial.

There are four basic types of armrests:
1. Full length, fixed height (entire armrest is padded with a non-adjustable height)

2. Full length, adjustable height (entire armrest is padded with various height seetings)

3. Desk length, fixed height (partial armrest is padded for easier access with tables, non-adjustable height)

4. Desk length, adjustable height (partial armrest is padded for easier access with tables, various height seetings)

Armrest that can be easily removed or flip up and down gives users the choice of when to use the armrests.

Backrest Trim

Handles

Axles

Wheels

It's important for the correct wheel size to be used to insure maximum long-term comfort and ease of use. Wheel size affects your height from the floor and the relationship of your arms to the wheel rims for pushing.

There are two types of rear wheels, Spoked Wheels and "molded" Mag Wheels.

1. Spoked Wheels are made of metal and are similar in appearance to that of bicycle wheels. The number and size of the spokes affect durability, shock absorption, weight, and performance. The more spokes, the more stable the wheel will be.

2. Mag Wheels are made of molded plastic or a composite. They have a small number of wide molded spokes that are an integral part of the wheel. Mag wheels are more durable, require less maintenance, and usually weigh more then spoked wheels.

Wheels

Wheel Size

Tires

Rear wheels are critical to the performance of a wheelchair.

There are typically three types of tires:

1. Pneumatic (air-filled) tires provide a softer ride, but need to be kept inflated. Because pneumatic tires are softer than urethane tires, they are harder to push, with more resistance to the shoulders.

2. Pneumatic Flat Free (foam-filled) tires provide a stiffer ride compared to air-filled tires, and will never go flat.

3. Urethane (solid, flat-free) tires provide the quickest and stiffest ride. And they will not go flat.

Tire Tread also affects the wheelchair ride. Tires with very little tread offer a quicker ride and turn more easily because there is less rubber in contact with the ground, causing less friction. "Knobby" tires with deep treads are helpful on unpaved and rougher surfaces, yet offer less maneuverability. A 1 3/8" treaded tire is a good basic tread for everyday use.

Casters

Easy to overlook, casters are critical to the performance of a wheelchair.

Casters are the small front wheels of the wheelchair. They allow the wheelchair to steer and turn in any direction by rotating on its vertical axle.

Casters typically come in sizes from 3" to 8". The smaller the caster the better the maneuverability of the chair and the less likely it is to shimmy. But smaller casters on unpaved surfaces, riding in and out of elevators, or passing over street grates can be more problematic. Smaller casters are typical of chairs used for sports like basketball, which is played on an even, hard surface, yet their maneuverability makes them popular for everyday use. 3" casters require the most riding skill and may not be the best choice for a first time wheelchair user.

The large 8", pneumatic (air-filled) caster provides the softest ride and easily rolls over bumps and raised surface, yet makes propelling the chair more difficult. Because of their size, 8" casters can be an obstruction coming into contact with furniture or the rider's foot. Pneumatic tires need to be kept inflated with the correct pressure, and are capable of going flat.

4" to 6" casters offer a good combination of maneuverability, performance and ease of riding over surface obstructions. Composite (airless) casters offer better durability and quicker ride, while pneumatic casters provide a softer, slower experience.

Handrims

Wheelchair Cushion

Accessories

Wheelchair Ponchos

Ramps

Flex Forx Shock Absorbers

Frog Legs Inc.'s Flex Forx Shock Absorbers are a very affordable way to give your wheelchair (and YOU!) a much more pleasant ride. They are constructed of a nylon/plastic/urethane composite material that not only provides support for your front castor wheels, but absorbs vibration as well.

A chair's ordinary "rigid" castor forks force the entire chair up and over obstacles in its path. Frog Legs are designed so that only the wheel moves over such obstacles. This allows the chair itself (and, by extension, the rider) to enjoy a smooth, steady ride. No more sudden stops at door thresholds, curb cuts or on uneven sidewalks!

Frog Legs shock absorbers use industry-standard components which allows them to fit the castor barrel housings of more than 95% of all chairs on the market. (Wheels sold separately)

Frog Legs Ultra Sports Wheelchair Shock Absorbers

Frog Legs Ultra Sports are a great new way to save yourself from all the bumps, jolts and vibrations of wheelchair use over rough surfaces. Frog Legs are shock absorbers that replace your wheelchair's existing caster forks with a shock absorbing hinge design that flexes and absorbs a large amount of the force from the impacts your wheels encounter.

Frog Legs shock absorbers use industry-standard components which allow them to fit the castor barrel housings of more than 95% of all chairs on the market. And they're easy to install. You can do it yourself by following the simple step-by-step instructions.

The Ultra Sports incorporate a lightweight stembolt for additional weight reduction on your chair. In many cases, this makes Ultra Sports shock absorbers lighter than the rigid forks they replace! But don't think for a second that you sacrifice anything in performance. The hollowed-out design is ten times stronger than an ordinary, solid stembolt inserted into your chair.

A chair's ordinary "rigid" castor forks force the entire chair (and you!) up and over obstacles in its path. Frog Legs are designed so that only the wheel moves over such obstacles. This allows the chair itself (and the rider) to enjoy a smooth, steady ride. No more sudden stops at door thresholds, curb cuts or on uneven sidewalks!

Now you can get off-road in your wheelchair and the Frog Legs Ultra Sports will get you there smoother & faster!

Drive Gel "E" Seat Cushion

This new Gel/Foam combo cushion from Drive medical is a comfortable and economical cushion designed to reduce pressure and assist in the the healing and prevention of sores and ulcers caused by prolonged seating.

A viscous gel center is surrounded by a polyurethane foam shell that makes for one comfortable cushion. Included is a waterproof cover with nylon top, non-slip vinyl bottom, and carry handle.

Tempur-Pedic ViscoRide Wheelchair Cushion

The ViscoRide Wheelchair Cushion by Tempur-Pedic™ is the first truly affordable viscoelastic cushion for pressure wound prevention. Designed for the sensate, geriatric, or CVA rehab patient, the ViscoRide Wheelchair Cushion increases comfort while it provides exceptional pressure management.

ROHO ENHANCER® Cushion

The ENHANCER® Cushion offers a unique option in wheelchair seating. By offering a contoured form with a two manifold system, the user can benefit from positive midline channeling of the legs along with increased lateral stability. In addition, the special design of the enhancer cushion inhibits sacral sitting while enhancing tissue viability.

The ENHANCER's unique contoured shape is the result of flexible air cells of varying heights. The two manifold system allows you to: 1) adjust the interior bucket seat section for reduced pressure on the ischia and coccyx while 2) adjusting the two outer perimeter rows for enhanced stability and positioning.

The two design features combined offers a cushion that shapes to the user's body providing superior prssure distribution and minimal shear forces, while offering you the added benefit of progressive position.

EZ-Access Suitcase Advantage Series Wheelchair Ramp

The Suitcase Advantage Series ramp, with its single fold design, offers a simple and convenient solution for wheelchairs and scooters to access steps, vehicles, and raised landings with ease. This ultrastrong ramp provides the safety and strength required while remaining light and portable. The ramp can be separated, making it even easier to use, carry, and store. By simply removing two hinge pins, the Suitcase Advantage Series ramp quickly separates into two lightweight sections, each with their own carrying handle. Ramp features high-quality skid-resistant tape with yellow safety strips and a selfadjusting bottom transition plate for easy conversion from ramp to ground. Unfolds to a 29” wide platform. Manufactured of welded aircraft-grade aluminum. Features an 800 pound weight capacity and three-year limited warranty.

EZ-ON self adjusting bottom transition plate which allows smoother ground to ramp transfer and provides greater flexibility at various ramp angles. The Advantage Series Suitcase ramp can be (optionally) separated into two lightweight sections, making set-up, storage, and transportation easier. By simply removing two pins, the ramp can be carried and set up one half at a time, reducing lifting weight by 50%. EZ-Hold Oversized Handles (one on each ramp section) are made of formed aluminum and feature comfort wrap for a secure and comfortable grip. If ramp is carried as one component, the handles nest together and form one unit.

Note: Please refer to your equipment's User Guide for exact recommendations concerning acceptable usage and incline/decline.

Winter Poncho

This fully-lined polar fleece unisex water-repellent winter poncho is ideal for the hard-to-dress set. It slips over the head in one easy motion. Made to overcome the nastiest types of weather. Perfect for wheelchair users on the go. One size fits all.

Wheelchair Rain Poncho

Our hooded pochos provide complete protection against the rainiest days. We make them from only the most durable 65/35 polycotton poplins, and they are 100% water repellent. One size fits all.

18" (Standard Adult)