TrailRider Equipment
TrailRider features:
The TrailRider can accommodate anyone over 4 ft tall - an insert is used to make it more comfortable for riders under 5 ft - although children will have to be accompanied by an adult.
Black Diamond TrailRider features:
- Single-wheel design easily negotiates narrow trails.
- Lightweight aluminum frame is strong and easy to transport.
- Folds down for ease of storage/transportation
- Ergonomically designed with fully adjustable seating, footrest and armrests ensure comfort for riders and sherpas.
- Disc braking system for safety and reliability.
- Large profile pneumatic tire rolls smoothly over all terrain.
- Cargo compartment conveniently holds equipment and hiking gear.
- Quick release pins make seating adjustments and transport easy.
- Optional seatback insert for kids.
- Powder coated for a durable, environmentally friendly finish.
- Custom designed all-weather mummy bag (see below) available to protect against the elements, maintain body temperature and make transfers easier.
Information about purchasing and renting a TrailRider here.
Portability & Storage
It's been described as "a cross between a wheelbarrow and a rickshaw," but the TrailRider is a precision-made vehicle, engineered to the highest specifications.
One aspect of this is its ability to fold down for transport and storage. See how it folds here.
For more information about the TrailRider call: 604.688.6464 ext.132
trailrider@disabilityfoundation.org
Mummybag features:
- Sleeping bags specially designed to protect TrailRider users from wind, rain and cold temperatures.
- Also vital for users who are not able to maintain core body temperatures as easily as their able-bodied peers.
- Includes a rain poncho.
- Has attached handles to make transfers to and from TrailRiders easier.
- Fill includes 5oz per sq yard (170g per sq meter) Primaloft insulation.
- Gore-tex fabric shell.
- Rated down to 0 Deg C comfort level (more with insulated clothing and use of the poncho as an outer layer).
- Compression stuff sack of black 200D Oxford nylon.
- Adult and children's mummy bags are available when using or renting the TrailRiders.
Information about purchasing and renting a mummy bag here.
