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Going from Rear-Wheel to Front-Wheel Drive
Rear-wheel-drive was the only option when I got my first wheelchair. Now 3 main options exist. Along with rear-wheel there is mid-wheel and front-wheel drive. Each has its pros and cons. If you’re not familiar (although most of you are) basically it’s where the bigger tires and motors are located that drive the chair. I’m sure there’s a legitimate reason manufacturers are focusing more on mid and front-wheel drive. But switching drives isn’t always easy. After spending 5 years in a mwd that I hated I gladly went back to the rwd I was comfortable with. Unfortunately I couldn’t get the features I wanted on a rear-wheel this time, so I’m giving fwd a try. So far I’m not a fan. Those back tires that stick out and go willy-nilly are awful. Not only have I taken out a table leg I’ve caught my cats tail a couple times. Thankfully she’s forgiven me. The real test will be this summer when I can get out and about more. Maybe by then I’ll be used to the feeling I’m fishtailing on ice. Are you a fan of a particular drive?
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