In the 1980's, cyclists from the human powered vehicle movement took strides away from the typically leg powered bikes and toward an arm powered vehicle. The recreational sport known as handcycling was intended for able bodied individuals, but all individuals, disabled included, benefited from the new movement that launched a competitive and enjoyable sport for all people.
In 1998, Hand-cycling was approved as part of the IPC Cycling Program and was included in the World Cycling Championships for the disabled. In the 2004 Paralympic Games in Athens , Greece , the men's hand-cycling team participated for the first time in the history of the Paralympics. The positive response toward hand-cycling has spread worldwide, and now U.S. , Europe, and Australia all host large national races. As a result, thousands of individuals have purchased handcycles to participate in the recreational sport and to improve aerobic activity and overall health.
he modern wheelchair community and new up-and-coming technology has enabled disabled athletes to operate premium handcycles with hi-pressure tires, light weight parts, hi-tech hydration systems, and top of the line steering systems. Handcycles are fit to the particular individual, although they are simple to use and easy to get in and out of compared to cutting edge adaptive wheelchairs. For specific adjustments please contact the manufacturers or the U.S. Handcycle Federation at
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