Joëlette TWIN with two wheels for more stability

Leonardo Paleari – Il cammino Possibile

“I use the Joëlette TWIN with untrained groups who are not familiar with the use of the classic one-wheel version of the Joëlette, always making sure that it will only be used on adapted terrains, that is to say on small open trails, free of stones and slightly inclined laterally. Both, passengers and guides found the Joëlette Twin quite comfortable and easy to use because it doesn’t need particular attention for keeping the balance. Indeed, the lateral balance of the Joëlette TWIN really reassures the two guides. They can concentrate on the back and front balance which is essential in order not to get tired as well as to the comfort of the passenger. On the other hand, a small intersection of salient stones might be sufficient to block the TWIN so that we are obliged to carry it. Therefore, it is necessary to examine the trip beforehand to make sure this kind of situation does not occur. Indeed, it is possible to carry the vehicle in case there are stoned sections but should there be too many, the in “Joëlette twin” becomes more of an obstacle than a support compared to the standard model. You just need to choose the adequate version, single or double wheeled, according to the type of excursions."

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Giuseppe Padovan Italy

"This year we have used the Joëlette TWIN as a group during a race but also during hiking excursions in the mountains or hills. We practiced on all kind of terrains: asphalt, stone paths, earth grounds, grass, rocks, mud and sometimes snow. Last year, we notably participated to the “Mezza Maratona del Brenta ». We use the Joëlette in particular with Daniel “Lele”Marcon. He is tetraplegic because of Multiple Sclerosis. He is able to sit on the Joëlette during two hours and finds it quite comfortable. It allows us to change the guides even without having to stop during the races. We also explored very very difficult trails and we had to be seven or more to push while climbing!”

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Association St James’ friends France

"Every two years, we use the Joëlette during a 17 days pilgrimage on the way of Saint James. We have a Joëlette Twin for touring on suitable ways, green paths and roads with slight inclinations as well as asphalt roads. It is more comfortable for the passenger and easier to handle. In particular, for tor female assistants located in the back who realized that keeping balance is easier due to the jockey wheel demanding less efforts. Inclinations are well equalized, stability and handiness are easier. On paths which are in good condition, the Joëlette TWIN can be handled by only one guide."

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“WALLOON FEDERATION of Sport for Disabled people” Belgium

In general, we use the Joëlette Twin on asphalt during our 10 km races. The passenger is more at ease and assured due to the better balance. He just needs to get used to fact that the Joëlette bends in curves. Compared to the single-wheeled chair, there is a higher facility to keep the balance and it is quite more comfortable when using it on asphalt By the way, curves should be taken with a higher range than with the single-wheeled one." "We use our Joëlette Twin for walks and races.

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Yannick CALLEY – MDPH 90 France

It is comfortable and reassuring to the passenger and easy to pilot. Compared to the single wheel one, the Twin gives more stability and balance and it is also easier to find guides. On the other hand, there is a lesser choice of possible routes since you need to find larger paths and also it is more difficult to transport in a car because you can’t remove the wheels."

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