"E-1Q" $7995
Introducing our "Electric Powered"model designed specifically for Quads
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Electric power makes all the difference!
When you combine the electric power system with its programmable Assist function, the James Watson "Quadgrips and our patent pending forearm actuated brake, you have a state of the art handcycle for quads that will take you anywhere. It will allow individuals with high level injuries to effortlessly ride with other cyclists, family and friends and go on rides you never before thought possible. You'll never fear any hill or situation again while riding the E-1Q.
We believe that the E-1Q easily sets the standard for handcycles for quads. With the large range of adjustment the E-1 Q can position you in the most ideal position for your needs, from a more supportive reclined position to more upright or anywhere in between.
It can be outfitted without the electric powered system: The FRH-1Q $5495 The choice is yours.
Call us today and ask any questions that come to mind.
The E-1Q will set you free!
For more info on the electric system see the standard "E-1" model on the products page.
What makes the "E-1Q" great?
Forearm Brake
The addition of James Watson's Quadgrips was the first step to making our FREEDOMRYDER handcycle a great bike for quad riders.
We had been told that one of the main obstacles that got in the way of handcycling for high level injuries was the inability to squeeze conventional brake levers and shift conventional shifters as normally configured on handcycles. James Watson went a long way towards solving the pedaling and shifting problem with his Quadgrips and Shimano XT or SRAM Double Tap shifters. Still the problem of applying enough power to the brake lever and stopping the bike quickly or on a hill made handcycling difficult for quads .
From this need and awareness of the issue, we set out to cure the problem. After extensive observation and communication with quads we realized that most quads could easily move their arms together or away at the elbows. This made us realize that this movement could actuate a brake lever if the lever was properly placed and easily adjustable to fit each rider. After much designing and testing, we invented the first forearm actuated brake lever seen in the animation. Its so mechanically simple, easy to use and effective that the quads using this new design love it! It virtually eliminated the braking problem.
After much testing we discovered another great benefit of the Forearm Brake. There was one more very important, problematic situation that a quad can get into and needed to be addressed. That's when and if you are ever caught midway up a hill and can't make it up.
The "Forearm Brake" can be actuated on the hill to stop the rider from rolling backwards if they're unable to climb the hill. The rider can then either release the brake gradually, roll back down the hill and let the cranks rotate backwards allowing full control of the situation. Or, because the brake lever is attached to the cranks they can hold the brake on and rotate the cranks backwards to reposition them in the right position for their strongest power stroke. No other quad brake system can do this!
If your bike was equipped with the electric power system and you had the Assist set to one of the higher setting you could continue pedaling and let the assist help power you up the hill.
The final option that is easily employed is to just engage the throttle lever and power up the hill. Its truly amazing what this electric power system can do for you. It will never cease to put a smile on your face!
Once you've ridden with electric power you'll wonder how you got along without it.
See the standard "E-1" model on the "products" page for more info on the electric system.
We had been told that one of the main obstacles that got in the way of handcycling for high level injuries was the inability to squeeze conventional brake levers and shift conventional shifters as normally configured on handcycles. James Watson went a long way towards solving the pedaling and shifting problem with his Quadgrips and Shimano XT or SRAM Double Tap shifters. Still the problem of applying enough power to the brake lever and stopping the bike quickly or on a hill made handcycling difficult for quads .
From this need and awareness of the issue, we set out to cure the problem. After extensive observation and communication with quads we realized that most quads could easily move their arms together or away at the elbows. This made us realize that this movement could actuate a brake lever if the lever was properly placed and easily adjustable to fit each rider. After much designing and testing, we invented the first forearm actuated brake lever seen in the animation. Its so mechanically simple, easy to use and effective that the quads using this new design love it! It virtually eliminated the braking problem.
After much testing we discovered another great benefit of the Forearm Brake. There was one more very important, problematic situation that a quad can get into and needed to be addressed. That's when and if you are ever caught midway up a hill and can't make it up.
The "Forearm Brake" can be actuated on the hill to stop the rider from rolling backwards if they're unable to climb the hill. The rider can then either release the brake gradually, roll back down the hill and let the cranks rotate backwards allowing full control of the situation. Or, because the brake lever is attached to the cranks they can hold the brake on and rotate the cranks backwards to reposition them in the right position for their strongest power stroke. No other quad brake system can do this!
If your bike was equipped with the electric power system and you had the Assist set to one of the higher setting you could continue pedaling and let the assist help power you up the hill.
The final option that is easily employed is to just engage the throttle lever and power up the hill. Its truly amazing what this electric power system can do for you. It will never cease to put a smile on your face!
Once you've ridden with electric power you'll wonder how you got along without it.
See the standard "E-1" model on the "products" page for more info on the electric system.
All our handcycles come with our simple, unique, patented cable routing system. This keeps the cables out of your field of view, minimizes their movement and don't flop around.
This not only keeps them from wearing, it gives the pedals a balanced feeling in your hands like there's no cables attached to them at all. |
All handcycles in the FRH-1 line come with top quality Shimano components.
A high quality disc brake comes "standard". This is an option on most other handcycles. |