mobility scooter
Find stability and flexibility in a three wheeled scooter
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Anywhere you need to go, your SmartScoot ™ three-wheeled scooter can take you there safely. If walking is allowed, so are mobility scooters with more than two wheels. That includes public buildings such as airports, museums, shopping centers and retail stores, and outdoor facilities such as theme parks, county fairs and parks. The SmartScoot ™ is safe and easy to use. Its front wheel motor doesn’t have any belts or exposed parts, which improves steering. Added stability also comes in the form of adjustable rear wheels with three settings. And that’s not the only adjustable feature of this three-wheeled scooter: the...
With many options in electric mobility scooters, how do you choose?
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When searching for electric mobility scooters, you can quickly become overwhelmed with the various terms and industry jargon. What is the difference, if any, between a power scooter, a compact, folding scooter, a mobility scooter and a mobile scooter? Is a power scooter the same as a foldable mobility scooter in features or uses? Various scooter brands use colorful terms to define their different mobility scooters and power chair designs. Though these brands can be very distinct, the one thing in common is that they all sell electric scooters for adults that provide the ability for people with mobility difficulties to keep...
What is a “folding mobility scooter”?
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When shopping for mobility scooters, you will find that there are a number of brands that offer “fold up mobility scooters”, “folding scooters” or “foldable mobility scooters”. Compared to traditional power scooters and mobility scooters, a foldable mobility scooter like SmartScoot™ is designed to both fold into a more compact shape and disassemble to make transportation and storage more convenient. Within the realm of foldable mobility scooters, there are numerous brands with various features and benefits. SmartScoot™, in particular, offers high-power, low-weight lithium-ion batteries and an easy folding mechanism. Fold up mobility scooters differ greatly brand-to-brand. Some brands, like SmartScoot™, offer...
What exactly is an electric mobility scooter?
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Electric mobility scooters are mobility aids that are similar to wheelchairs but are configured like motor-scooters. Mobility scooters are often referred to as a power-operated vehicle/scooter or electric scooter. While a mobility scooter can eliminate some of the manual strength that is needed for a standard wheelchair, the tiller steering mechanism on mobility scooters still requires that the rider has an upright posture, shoulder and hand strength, and some upper-body mobility and strength. Electric mobility scooters can be very helpful for individuals who are still able to stand and walk a few steps, sit upright without torso support, and control...
Choosing a folding mobility scooter in Canada
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Choosing a Mobility Scooter There are always many factors to consider when choosing a folding mobile scooter. What configuration, three-wheeled or four-wheeled? What options and features? What type of battery, how long will it last? SmartScoot™ has written a short guide explaining differences between 3 popular scooter brands. When you choose the right mobile scooter for your lifestyle, you will be amazed that you can go almost anywhere. Many people enjoy travel, outings and daily activities. You may like flying to exotic destinations, visiting the park or taking a relaxing cruise. You do not have to let a mobility difficulty repress you. SmartScoot™ mobile scooters...