Re: Bicyle riding for bil Ak amputee

Re: Bicyle riding for bil Ak amputee

Hekman, E.E.G. (CTW)

9/17/2003

Hi Scot,

If your question concerns cycling as a sport you might find the following
links interesting:
<URL Redacted>
(quote: MTB-Amputee is an informal organization of amputee mountain biking
and cycling enthusiasts that was created by Victor Walther.) many links and
descriptions of prosthesis types.
<URL Redacted>
(cycling trip across the USA)

Both sites include links and info on prostheses, but I didn't see specifics
on people with bilateral AK-amputation. I would suspect that being able to
stop without falling over would be a major concern. Most sports-cyclists I
know (including myself) have had the experience of making a quick stop and
not being able to get the cleated shoe free from the pedal in time ...
fortunately falling over when standing still does not hurt too much. Any
cyclists on the list? I think for a prosthetic user the 'old style' cleat
where you have to pull the foot out from under a strap would be more ideal
than the present 'twist-type' cleats.

Regards,

Edsko Hekman
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Sepe, Scot - SHOP [mailto:<Email Address Redacted>]
> Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2003 21:44
> To: <Email Address Redacted>
> Subject: [OANDP-L] Bicyle riding for bil Ak amputee
>
>
> Greeting to the list
> Does anyone have any dealings with Bil. AK Amputee who rides
> a bicycle. If
> so what kinds of adaptive devices do they use? Do they use a
> two wheel bike
> or a three wheel bike? Will accept any helpful hints. If they would be
> willing they can e-mail me.
> Many Thanks
> Scot Sepe CPO