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*The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any products. For your convenience, we have compiled this information to be used as a resource. Products listed may or may not meet accessibility standards or recommendations. It is important to check design specifications of products. This list is not comprehensive. For more detailed information, please contact the NCA at (812) 856-4422 Voice, (812) 856-4421 TTY or nca@indiana.edu.

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A man rides a wheelchair with large rear silver balloon tires and small front silver balloon tires across the sand.  The joystick on the left side armrest is visible. A child stands on a beach in the center of four small bright yellow balloon tires and holds on to a white frame support on each side.
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A man who is sitting in a wheelchair with four large, yellow balloon tires is pushed across the sand from behind by a woman.  They are both shaded by the large umbrella that is attached to the wheelchair.  The wheelchair frame is white while the seat is yellow.
A woman is seated in a wheelchair with a footrest, two large silver balloon tires on the front and two small silver balloon tires in the back.  The wheelchair is on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.
Beach Cruzr
Beach Walker
Beach Pads
Beach Wheelchair
De-Bug

A woman sits in a large power wheelchair on a sandy beach and uses the fingers of her right hand to operate the joystick mounted on the right side armrest.  A lake surrounded by trees is in the background. A man rides across the sand on a powered wheelchair marking circular tracks in the sand.
A wheelchair with large rear silver balloon tires and small front silver balloon tires sits next to an unassembled rear wheelchair axle with two large silver balloon tires standing on one end.  The wheelchair seat is blue, the frame is metal and the armrests are wood.
The Seeker Manual Wheelchair is shown in this picture.  It is a green wheelchair with 2 big black rear tires and two small front tires.
Extreme 4X4
IRV 2000
Landeez
Seeker Wheelchair

A woman sits in a beach wheelchair with her legs extended.  A child puts a hand on her leg and looks at her smiling.  The beach wheelchair has an aluminum frame, medium-sized yellow balloon tires and a handle standing up in the front. This wheelchair has a silver body with four wheels, a black seat and a roll bar that rises above the seat.  The foot rest and the front two wheels extend out from the main body of the wheelchair giving it a “dune buggy” look.
Tiralo
TRAX





A man rides a wheelchair with large rear silver balloon tires and small front silver balloon tires across the sand.  The joystick on the left side armrest is visible.

Beach Cruzr

  • User and environmentally friendly electric beach wheelchair for sand use. Corrosion resistant stainless hardware, seat options, seat belt, chest belt (option), removable and adjustable arm rests and foot rests. Many options and colors available.
  • Size Options: 16, 18 and 20-inch seat widths are standard.
  • Seat height varies with cushion (19 to 21 inches). A 20-inch seat back height is also standard. Weight capacity 275 lbs. "Beach Cruzr 4 2" also available.
  • Weight of Unit: 175 lbs, may vary with battery size
  • Environmental Claims: Environmentally friendly
  • Cost per Unit: $8,499
  • Hotshot Products 920 Del Amo Blvd. # A
    Torrance, CA 90501
    Toll Free: (888) 663-5911
    Phone: (310) 533-5911
    Fax: (310) 533-1971
    www.hotshotproducts.org
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

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Beach Pads

  • These are easily changeable discs which fit onto standard crutches or walking sticks. These discs displace your weight and allow you to readily access the beach.
  • Size Options: One size fits all.
  • Weight of Unit: N/A
  • Environmental Claims: Will not harm beach surface.
  • Cost per Unit: $24
  • Achievable Concepts
    P.O. Box 361 Moonee Ponds 3039
    Victoria, Australia
    Phone: (61) 3 9752 5958
    Fax: (61) 3 9754 4798
    http://www.achievableconcepts.com.au/
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A child stands on a beach in the center of four small bright yellow balloon tires and holds on to a white frame support on each side.

Beach Walker

  • Unique pediatric/adolescent assistive walking device designed for the beach and rough terrain. Utilizing four, advanced technology, low pressure balloon tires for a smooth, stable motion over any surface. Size Options: Hand rail height adjusts from 21 inches to 35 inches. Overall depth and width is 36 inches. Adult sizes available.
  • Weight of Unit:
  • Environmental Claims: N/A
  • Cost per Unit: $895
  • Assistive Technology, Inc.
    530 South Whittaker Street #240
    New Buffalo, MI 49117
    Toll Free: (800) 478-2363
    Phone: (219) 522-7201
    Fax: (219) 293-0202
    www.PVCDME.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A man who is sitting in a wheelchair with four large, yellow balloon tires is pushed across the sand from behind by a woman.  They are both shaded by the large umbrella that is attached to the wheelchair.  The wheelchair frame is white while the seat is yellow.

Beach Wheeled Chair

  • Advanced technology "balloon" tires roll easily over sand and rough terrain. Unit disassembles for transport and storage. Unit includes: swing-away arm for lateral transfers, slide out footrest for easy entry, seat belt, cushion seat, aluminum axels, hand brake and no rust, stainless steel hardware.
  • Size Options: Standard adult model is 18 inches between the arms. 18 inch seat depth, overall length is 36 inches. Overall width is 31 inches.
  • Standard unit weight capacity is 250 lbs.
  • Weight of Unit: N/A
  • Environmental Claims: N/A
  • Cost per Unit: Standard adult model is $1,579. Adolescent model is $999.
  • Assistive Technology, Inc.
    530 South Whittaker Street #240
    New Buffalo, MI 49117
    Toll Free: (800) 478-2363
    Phone: (219) 522-7201 Fax:
    (219) 293-0202
    www.PVCDME.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A woman is seated in a wheelchair with a footrest, two large silver balloon tires on the front and two small silver balloon tires in the back.  The wheelchair is on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.

De-Bug

  • The De-Bug may be self-propelled or pushed and has articulating rear suspension. The De-Bug fits through standard 36 inch doorway and is available with self propulsion in 3-wheel or 4-wheel styles.
  • Size Options: 14 inch and 18-inch seat width are standard; however, chairs can be built to fit an individual's dimensions.
  • Standard Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
  • Environmental Claims: Will not damage sensitive beach environment or wetlands.
  • Unit Cost: $1,850
  • Deming Designs Inc.
    1090 Cobblestone Dr.
    Pensacola, Fl 32514
    Phone: (850) 478-5765
    Phone: (850) 476-3361
    www.beachwheelchair.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A woman sits in a large power wheelchair on a sandy beach and uses the fingers of her right hand to operate the joystick mounted on the right side armrest.  A lake surrounded by trees is in the background.

Extreme 4x4

  • The Extreme 4x4 four wheel drive all terrain power wheelchair utilizes digital technology and high torque electric conductors. This wheelchair is especially tailored for heavy-duty use.
  • Size Options: Width: 28”, Length: 40”, Height: 43”,
  • Seat sizes: 16”/18”/20”
  • Weight of Unit: 165 lbs
  • Environmental Claims: N/A
  • Cost per Unit: $9,500.00
  • Vestil-Innovation in Motion
    900 Growth Parkway
    PO Box 507
    Angola, IN 46703
    Toll Free: (800) 348-0868, ext. 381
    Phone: (260) 668-5677
    Fax: (260) 668-8967
    www.vestil.com/wc
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A man rides across the sand on a powered wheelchair marking circular tracks in the sand.

Irv 2000

  • An all terrain wheelchair with joystick steering, five speed ranges and a unique track design. The maneuverability of the IRV 2000 personal mobility vehicle provides for an active lifestyle in winter, spring, summer, or fall. The IRV 2000 personal mobility vehicle can travel five to twelve miles in most conditions, depending on weight of driver and terrain. The track system allows you to cross ruts, sticks, boards, cables, cords, and most any object that is less than four inches (100mm) high. The tracks may be operated in full flat position for snow or mud and half track for normal running in sand and grass. Also, the IRV 2000 personal mobility vehicle can operate in the "three point" mode for smooth surface or on carpet.
  • Size Options: Width: 27”, Length: 43”
  • Seat sizes: various.
  • Weight of Unit: 400 lbs with batteries
  • Environmental Claims: N/A
  • Cost per Unit: Contact vendor for pricing
  • TracAbout, Inc.
    Newton, KS 67114
    Toll Free: (800) 458-8616
    www.tracabout.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

 


A wheelchair with large rear silver balloon tires and small front silver balloon tires sits next to an unassembled rear wheelchair axle with two large silver balloon tires standing on one end.  The wheelchair seat is blue, the frame is metal and the armrests are wood.

Landeez All-Terrain Wheelchair

  • The Landeez has all-terrain wheels that ride easily over sand, snow, and gravel. Construction is marine-grade stainless steel so the Landeez will not rust or corrode even in salt water. Designed for easy transport and storage, the Landeez can be disassembled completely to fit in a rolling duffle bag. Seating is ballistic nylon and is removable and washable. Options include Dune Buster Kit for increased traction and stability and steeper slopes, self-propelled hand cycle system for independent use, and adaptive seating for wheelchair users who require upper body support and tilt-in-space seat function.
  • Size Options: The Landeez can be adjusted for a small child or large adult.
  • Weight capacity is 375 lbs.
  • Weight of Unit: 37 lbs
  • Environmental Claims: N/A
  • Cost per Unit: $2,280
  • Natural Access
    P.O. Box 2222
    Princeton, New Jersey 08543-2222
    Toll Free: (800) 411-7789
    Phone: (609) 588-9830
    www.natural-access.com/home
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

The Seeker Manual Wheelchair is shown in this picture.  It is a green wheelchair with 2 big black rear tires and two small front tires.

Seeker Wheelchair

  • Rotationally molded plastic folding wheelchair for both indoor and outdoor use on sand, grass, mud or snow. Many options available.
  • Size Options: Variety of widths to fit children and adults; including 12-in, 14-in, 16-in, 18-in and 20-in.
  • Weight of Unit: 65 lbs
  • Environmental Claims: N/A
  • Cost per Unit: $1,925
  • Lincoln Equipment, Inc.
    2051 Commerce Avenue
    Concord, CA 94520
    Toll Free: (800) 223-5450
    Phone: (925) 687-9500
    Fax Toll Free: (888) 680-2825
    www.lincolnaquatics.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A woman sits in a beach wheelchair with her legs extended.  A child puts a hand on her leg and looks at her smiling.  The beach wheelchair has an aluminum frame, medium-sized yellow balloon tires and a handle standing up in the front. Tiralo
  • Folding aluminum frame custom designed with a rounded shape and salt water resistance. Materials include marine aluminum, UV resistant PVC, stainless steel and fiberglass. Flip-up and quick release Floatrests are wide and comfortable with 4 grips. Dunemar wheels are bearing-free and maintenance-free low pressure quick release wheels. The seat is large and comfortable, accommodating all sizes, including children.
  • Dimensions: unfolded 105” x 42”. Folded 55” x 41”.
  • Weight: 46 lbs with wheels.
  • Maximum weight capacity: 300 lbs.
  • Approximate price: $2,493.00.
  • Oasis, LLC
    Toll Free: (877) 244-2810
    www.oasisllc.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

This wheelchair has a silver body with four wheels, a black seat and a roll bar that rises above the seat.  The foot rest and the front two wheels extend out from the main body of the wheelchair giving it a “dune buggy” look.

TRAX

  • TRAX is an all terrain power wheelchair with joystick steering, individual suspension on front wheels, adjustable wheelbase and many other options.
  • Size Options: Width: 27”, Length: 48” to 56”, Height: 46”,
  • Seat sizes: various.
  • Weight of Unit: 396 lbs, including battery
  • Environmental Claims: N/A
  • Cost per Unit: Contact Vendor for pricing
  • Permobil, Inc.
    6961 Eastgate Boulevard
    Lebanon, TN 37090
    Toll Free: (800) 736-0925
    Fax: (800) 231-3256
    www.permobil.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.




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