♿️HOW TO PUSH YOUR WHEELCHAIR IN THE SNOW❄️ [CC]

[@Narnendil]

The freewheel is a saviour! In snow, on grass and on dirt roads! And on cobblestones!

[@PrismYuuzuki]

It’s snowing in Tokyo today. I felt like I gained so much muscle just going around the block to the convenience store. 😂

[@jacquelynsharp9354]

55white female still healing wheelchair, im new to this and been in tears,thank you for your input

[@terrasilvershade5678]

This is the video I’ve been waiting for. Where I live, we get about 300-500 inches of snow per year and it stays there for roughly 7 months of the year.

[@carolinefreeman5956]

I have the smart drive by permobil. My Medicaid paid for it. It’s the mx2t. It’s fabulous and can be used in any type of weather and you won’t void the warranty. It goes up to 15 miles before needing a full charge and only takes around 4 hours to fully charge as well as it is easily removed to get in and out of cars. It goes up to 12.5 miles per hour and yes you can use it in the snow.

[@beth23sayshi]

Thank you for the tips Gem. I felt more confident to battle the snow today because of your tips. I watched and was prepared to go out in the snow alone today (first time ever) but the hospital phoned and did a phone appointment instead so I didn't get to use the tips from you but will remember everything you said. Thank u

[@tetsubo57]

In New England we've been hit with 24+ (or even 30+) inches of snow before. A chair user would pretty much be stuck, literally.

[@christianrose2233]

Dude I feel that... I live in Canada and my goodness there are some days I just look out the window and say “yeah I’m not going to work today” lollll

[@valerieannrumpf4151]

The only way that you could really go out in snow is if the area was plowed first, otherwise, you are stuck.

[@normab5140]

Great tips! Glad I found your channel!

[@-Roadrunner-]

You can put binders on your wheels, strap em 15 - 20 cm apart, they help against slipping. When the snow/ice is gone cut them of.

[@mobilitycity2691]

Very helpful!

[@Hopeandpeaceinjesus]

Advice for keeping you posture in a chair? I keep finding myself slouching and leaning forward 😅 I’m trying to work on my posture as it is because my conditions really mess with it.

[@stephaniehastie4655]

I have the freewheel and use it when there is no snow as well. It’s great for uneven terrain and for really difficult terrain it also makes things easier for someone pushing you.

[@laurahelgerson4685]

I love it ! yes, I live in a snow area. It snow lot in Wisconsin in usa

[@ilovebrean]

Are you able to do a video showing how to go across a dropped curb ? Not going up or down but across

[@anemoononfire333]

Hey there I have a question :) I know that there are triers to roll in the forest but I have troubles with the smaller wheels cause I just get stuck in the dirt cause of those smaller wheels do you have any tips for rolling on your own in the forest with a wheelchair? I really miss going in the forest so thats why I’m asking

[@Wheelsnoheels]

How do you push in the snow? Big thank you to @adaptive_alex for letting me use some of your photos xxx Also, CC will be popping up tomorrow. xxx

[@IW4DBX]

When I try to get a freewheel in a Italian shop or even on Amazon.it I understand how much this country is still on 18th century. My wheelchair has German made power wheels and are indipendly slippery on ice, resulting on dangerous if not impossible to make a tour outside.

[@mollywhelan1092]

My partners in a wheelchair and got snow stuck in his small front wheels had to get someone to help push him through the snow, where are your pink grips from ? I think it would be helpful to get some for him! 😊

[@iscaangel6749]

Gem where did u get the pink things on ur tires? I find winter really hard as i cant use gloves because i cant feel the wheel properly through them to grip.

[@Stitchmad1243]

I have got the grippoz in pink

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Good choice. what do you think of them?

[@Stitchmad1243]

@@Wheelsnoheels i love them

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Me too :) They have been so helpful, in lots of ways. @@Stitchmad1243

[@Stitchmad1243]

@@Wheelsnoheels could you do a video on how to do a wheelie in a wheelchair

[@Wheelsnoheels]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIOchWBoadqVsJo I have already done one, I hope it helps. Please let me know if you have any questions. Xx

[@ChrisPage68]

Gemma - spokz.co.uk sells Fat Wheels that are 4 inches wide for outdoor use in snow, mud, sand etc. They cost a bit over £500 a pair, but they look a good long term investment. Also, wider casters would be a good idea because they have a wider footprint on the ground, spreading the weight around.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

awesome advice thank you. Im hopefully changing my castors (the ones the chair originally came with) soon. they are a tad wider. x

[@kevinsmith954]

My casters get stuck in the snow ❄️🌨️

[@acc0197]

The secret is not to get a wet-bum. May be easier on wheels than on two heels (two crutches, as I am). Wee... (^v)

[@pranavigna470]

Hi

[@Fnoalle]

OK that was pushing on white powdered asphalt. Now try to push on snow!