Rifton Small Adaptive Tricycle
At Rifton we believe everyone deserves the chance to ride. Biking is more than just recreational; it’s therapeutic. We know the health benefits that come with cycling, especially for children with disabilities – improved leg strength, posture, balance and range of motion. We’ve also seen how it helps their socialization, their engagement with friends and family. Adaptive tricycles help non-ambulatory people experience the joy and freedom of independent movement.
In the forty years that we’ve been making adaptive tricycles, we’ve sought continually to make our designs more accessible and functional. The new Rifton Adaptive Tricycle brings our experience and your input together with cutting-edge materials and technology to create the ultimate ride. It is sleek, rugged, adaptable and a whole lot of fun.
Thankfully, even insurers and other funding sources are beginning to recognize that for a person with disabilities, a trike is far more than merely recreational; an adaptive tricycle is often medically necessary for someone who cannot walk independently or who sits for long hours in a wheelchair.
Therapeutic Benefits of biking:
- Lower extremity strengthening
- Reciprocal leg motion patterning
- Balancing skills
- Using visual spatial perception for steering
- Social Interaction with peers and neighbors
Benefits of using the Adaptive Tricycle:
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Features
Riding a bike is part of childhood, and this bike for children with special needs aims to provide that exhilarating experience to every child. We’ve thought through all the features – from the supportive backrest to the low transfer step – that will make this tricycle as accommodating as possible. Use the slides below to learn more about Adaptive Tricycles.
More Information
Seat adjustability
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The seat depth adjusts easily with a knob underneath.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The seat depth adjusts easily with a knob underneath.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Carbon fiber drive belt
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The carbon fiber drive belt will not rust or stretch, and will last at least five times longer than a bicycle chain.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Variable resistance & parking brake
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The easily engaged parking brake grips both back wheels and keeps the Adaptive Trike firmly in place.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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Variable pedal resistance: The adjustable brake can provide drag or lock the wheels for safe transfer.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The easily engaged parking brake grips both back wheels and keeps the Adaptive Trike firmly in place.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Easy access
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The low step, flip-away handlebar and removable laterals make transfers easy.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The laterals and handlebar swing away for easy transfers.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The laterals on the Adaptive Tricycle swing away for easy transfers.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Open access combined with a low transfer step make it easy to get on and off the trike.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The low step, flip-away handlebar and removable laterals make transfers easy.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Backrest angle
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Backrest angle: Position the backrest vertically or at a 7½° or 15° recline.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Adjustable pedals
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With the hook and loop straps on the self-leveling pedals, feet are secure. Your client can ride unaided and have healthy exercise and fun.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The pedals adjust forward and backward on a pedal crank to position the rider’s feet. The straps, adjustable using snaps and slots, can be secured at any location on the edge of the pedal. The sandals can be removed to reveal standard bike pedals underneath.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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There is a heel stop on the back of the sandal.
The pedals with sandals shown in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Use the pedal raise kit to accomodate leg length discrepancy. The pedal raise kit includes two blocks and two longer bolts with knobs.
Available for the large tricycle only.
The Benefits:
Ordering Information
Seat:
Small Seat: Seats are upholstered for comfort and include a seat belt.
Dimensions: 10" wide x 10" long
Large Seat: Seats are upholstered for comfort and include a seat belt.
Dimensions: 16" wide x 12" long
Handlebar:
Straight Handbar: A traditional handlebar with conventional handgrips.
Loop Handlebar: A padded loop handlebar for extra support. The angle can easily be adjusted with two simple knobs.
Back support:
Backrest Pad: The backrest pad is great for clients who need less support.
Dimensions: width: 11", height: 6"
Trunk Support System:
The trunk support system stabilizes a rider with poor balance.
It includes: padded backrest, butterfly harness, and two independent lateral supports.
Dimensions: 14" wide x 15½" high
Headrest:
Contoured Headrest: Headrests optimally position clients with poor head control. Headrests adjust front to back and up and down. They attach tool-free to the backrest using Rifton’s unique two-knob adjustment system.
Dimensions: 9"x 5"
Flat Headrest: Headrests optimally position clients with poor head control. Headrests adjust front to back and up and down. They attach tool-free to the backrest using Rifton’s unique two-knob adjustment system.
Dimensions: 9"x 5"
Winged Headrest: Headrests optimally position clients with poor head control. Headrests adjust front to back and up and down. They attach tool-free to the backrest using Rifton’s unique two-knob adjustment system.
Dimensions: 16" x 5"
Small Tray:
The communication tray is easy to clean and designed to hold many things, including a communication device.
Dimensions: 8½" x 12½"
Small Abductor: The abductor provides comfortable abduction if needed. Just set it in place, tool-free.
Front guide bar
The front guide bar attaches securely to the handlebar and lets a caregiver guide the tricycle from the front. It enables eye contact between the caregiver and rider. It’s ideal for beginners who can’t steer themselves.
Rear Steering Bar:
The rear steering bar lets a caregiver guide the Rifton tricycle from behind, ideal for riders who can’t steer themselves. Fits on the small and medium size tricycles.
Front Pulley:
The front pulley maintains a level pedal position for riders whose extreme tone forces the front of the pedal downward.
Backrest Pad:
The backrest pad is great for clients who need less support.
Dimensions: width: 11", height: 6"
Stationary Stand:
The stationary stand converts any Rifton Adaptive Tricycle into a stationary trainer for pedaling practice or a rainy-day activity.
Raises rear axle: 6⅜", 7⅜" or 9"
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With the hook and loop straps on the self-leveling pedals, feet are secure. Your client can ride unaided and have healthy exercise and fun.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Puncture proof wheels
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Tricycles have puncture proof BMX-type wheels. A low gear ratio makes pedaling easier for beginners and slows down speeders.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The sturdy wheels are manufactured with solid polyurethane foam tires.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Tricycles have puncture proof BMX-type wheels. A low gear ratio makes pedaling easier for beginners and slows down speeders.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Rear basket
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There’s a tote box at the back of your trike for storage or for transporting items.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The rear basket comes with every tricycle and is useful for storage or transportation. It is big enough to hold the stationary stand.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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There’s a tote box at the back of your trike for storage or for transporting items.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Easy Transport
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When collapsed, the tricycle can fit into the back of a minivan for transport.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Remove the rear wheels and front end, and flip down the backrest for easy transport.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Remove the rear wheels for easy transport.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Remove the front end for easy transport.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Flip down the backrest for easy transport.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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When collapsed, the tricycle can fit into the back of a minivan for transport.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Colors
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The Adaptive Tricycle in pink.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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Carmakers believe in the long-term benefits of baked-on powder coating. So do we. Designed to stand up to wind and weather, our colors also conform to American and European toy safety standards.
The large Adaptive Tricycle is available in five colors: blue, red, teal, black and white.
Components
Scroll below to learn more about the components of the Adaptive Tricycle.
Handlebars
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Loosening the oval knob on the steering column allows the handlebar to be raised and lowered. Tightening the knob locks it in place.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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A stylish conventional handlebar that flips up to help with transfers.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The padded loop handlebar has extra adjustability. It can flip up to help with transfers.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Choose a straight handlebar with conventional handgrips or a padded loop handlebar for extra support. Learn more about the features and benefits of these handlebars in the next slides.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only
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The height-adjustable straight handlebar for Adaptive Tricycles has standard handgrips.
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The handbrake is an optional accessory for the medium trike R130. A handbrake is not available for the small trike R120.
Note: Factory installation recommended.
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The foam-padded loop handlebar adjusts in height and positions at any angle.
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The handbrake attaches anywhere on the foam-padded loop handlebar. It is an optional accessory for the medium trike R130. A handbrake is not available for the small trike R120.
Note: Factory installation recommended.
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Two oval knobs on the loop handlebar allow it to be set at the angle most comfortable for the user.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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Loosening the oval knob on the steering column allows the handlebar to be raised and lowered. Tightening the knob locks it in place.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The trunk support stabilizes a rider with low trunk control, and comes with a butterfly harness for anterior support. Laterals and a headrest can be added as well.
Dimensions: width: 16", height: 16"
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The trunk support in use.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The trunk support stabilizes a rider with poor trunk control. The back rest adjusts for height and seat depth, and laterals can be removed for transfer. A butterfly harness provides anterior support.
One size only: 14" wide x 15½" high
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The trunk support system shown on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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Upgrading your old Rifton Adaptive Tricycle? If you are purchasing a trunk support system for your existing tricycle, be sure to include a new-style backrest tube with handle in your order, as it will not retrofit onto the old-style backrest tubes.
Backrest pad
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The backrest pad can be adjusted vertically using a simple knob in the back.
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The backrest pad is great for clients who need less support.
The backrest pad for the large tricycle shown.
Dimensions: width: 11", height: 6"
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The backrest pad for the small and medium tricycles.
Dimensions: width: 11", height: 6"
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The backrest pad can be adjusted vertically using a simple knob in the back.
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The large seat installed on the Adaptive Tricycle, with a seat belt.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Seats are made of soft foam for comfort, and include a seat belt.
Dimensions
Small: width: 8", length: 8"
Medium: width: 13", length: 10"
Large: width: 17", length: 12"Available for the medium and large tricycles only.
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The large seat on the Adaptive Tricycle, in use.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Seats are made with comfort and safety in mind. For the small R120 and medium R130 models, choose your size:
Small: 10" wide x 10" long
Large: 16" wide x 12" longAvailable for the small and medium tricycles only.
Headrests
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The winged headrest shown on the Adaptive Tricycle.
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Choose between winged, contoured-adjustable, flat or contoured-fixed headrests. They adjust horizontally and vertically for optimal positioning and attach to the trunk support system, tool-free.
Flat and contoured: 9" x 5"
Winged: 16" x 5" when flat to 6" between wings at 90°Note: All headrests require trunk support
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The winged headrest attaches to the trunk support system, tool-free, and adjusts vertically and horizontally using Rifton’s unique two-knob adjustment system. The side wing pads adjust from almost flat to 90°.
Dimensions: 16" x 5" when flat to 6" between wings at 90°
Note: Requires trunk support
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The contoured-adjustable headrest attaches to the trunk support system, tool-free, and adjusts vertically and horizontally using Rifton’s unique two-knob adjustment system.
Dimensions: 9" x 5"
Note: Requires trunk support
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The flat headrest attaches to the trunk support system, tool-free, and adjusts vertically and horizontally using Rifton’s unique two-knob adjustment system.
Dimensions: 9" x 5"
Note: Requires trunk support
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The contoured-fixed headrest attaches to the trunk support system, tool-free, and adjusts vertically for positioning.
Dimensions: 9" x 5"
Note: Requires trunk support
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The winged headrest shown on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Laterals
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The laterals shown in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The laterals slide in tracks on the back of the trunk support. They have independent vertical, width and angle adjustment, and can swing out of the way for transfers.
Dimensions: 5" x 6"
Note: Requires trunk support
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The laterals can swing away, making transfers easy.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The laterals shown in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Push handle
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The push handle in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The push handle can be ordered with or without the caregiver brake. It allows the caregiver to assist the rider and control the tricycle’s speed.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The rear handbrake gives the caregiver control over the rider’s speed and is an option for left- or right-hand use. It can be installed on both push handles and rear steering bars.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The push handle in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Rear steer
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The rear steering bar shown on the Adaptive Tricycle
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The rear steer can be ordered with or without the caregiver brake. It lets a caregiver aid in steering the tricycle from behind, giving the rider a feeling of independence.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The rear steer with the caregiver brake in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The rear steer in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The rear steering bar lets a caregiver guide the tricycle from behind, providing the rider with a feeling of greater independence. It’s ideal for beginners who can’t steer themselves.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The rear steering bar shown on the Adaptive Tricycle
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Hand anchors
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The hand anchor in use on the conventional handlebar.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The hand anchors provide soft, comfortable support for users who have difficulty keeping their hands on the handlebars.
Dimensions: fits hand length of 6" or over
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Securing the hand anchor on the loop handlebar.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The hand anchor in use on the conventional handlebar.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Front handbrake
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The handbrake attaches to the handlebar.
Available for the medium tricycle only.
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The front handbrake gives riders control over their speed and conveniently locks for parking. It is an option for left- or right-hand use, and can be installed on both conventional and loop handlebars.
Note: Factory installation recommended
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The front handbrake in use on the loop handlebar.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The handbrake is an option for the medium tricycle. It attaches anywhere on the padded loop handlebar. Factory installation recommended.
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The handbrake attaches to the handlebar.
Available for the medium tricycle only.
Front guide bar
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The front guide bar shown on the Adaptive Tricycle
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The front guide bar lets a caregiver guide the tricycle from the front. It enables eye contact between the caregiver and rider.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The front guide bar shown on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The front guide bar in use.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The front guide bar shown on the Adaptive Tricycle
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Abductor
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The abductor shown on the Adaptive Tricycle
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The abductor separates the knees and helps to control spastic muscles that cause leg scissoring. It is adjustable forward and back with depth markings.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The abductor installed on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The abductor in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The abductor provides comfortable abduction if needed. Just set it in place, tool-free. The medium size is height adjustable with a snap button.
Abductor height: small 17", med 19½" – 23½"
Pad height: small 8", med 8"
Pad length: small 8½", med 8½"
Pad width: small 1½", med 1½"Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The abductor shown on the Adaptive Tricycle
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Adductor
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The adductor in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The abductor with adduction straps. The adduction straps attach to rods on the abductor pad, and provide a comfortable lateral boundary for a client’s knees to maintain proper body and joint alignment.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The adductor installed on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The adductor in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Pelvic harness
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The pelvic harness in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Rifton’s unique pelvic harness firmly positions a client’s pelvis, securing hips and upper thighs without pressure on the abdomen. It provides a stable, comfortable base for postural control and encourages proper alignment of the spine. It also controls extreme extensor spasticity that can result in sacral sitting.
Max. thigh circumference: small: 22", medium: 25", large: 31"
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The pelvic harness positioned on the seat of the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The pelvic harness in use on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Pedal raise kit
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The pedal raise kit in use.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The pedal raise kit includes two blocks and two longer bolts with knobs. Stack them singly or in pairs to accomodate leg length discrepancy.
Block thickness: ½"
Available for the large tricycle only.
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Assembling the pedal raise kit.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The pedal raise kit in use.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Stationary stand
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The stationary stand shown on the Adaptive Tricycle
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The stationary stand converts any Rifton tricycle into a stationary trainer for pedaling practice or rainy-day activity.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The stationary stand shown with the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The stationary stand elevates the back wheels of the tricycle, enabling a client to pedal in place and exercise her lower extremities. As her muscles move through the cycling motions, they are flexed, extended and stretched. The variable pedal resistance allows the caregiver to adjust the effort level as desired.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The stationary stand converts any Rifton Adaptive Tricycle into a stationary trainer for pedaling practice or a rainy-day activity.
Raises rear axle: 6⅜", 7⅜" or 9"
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The stationary stand shown on the Adaptive Tricycle
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Mounting bar or communication tray
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The communication tray shown on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The mounting bar (for device holder) clips to the center of the handlebar and provides a place to attach a device mount. Great for communication devices.
Mounting bar diameter: ⅞"
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The mounting bar clips onto the handlebar of the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The mounting bar in use on the Adaptive Tricycle. It is ideal for attaching a communication device.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The communication tray is easy to clean and designed to hold many things, including a communication device.
It comes in two sizes:
Small tray (8½" x 12½") fits the small, medium and large trikes.
Large tray (11½" x 12½") fits the medium and large trikes.Max. working load: Small 10 lbs. / Large 15 lbs.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The communication tray shown on the Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Front basket
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The front basket in use on the Rifton Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The front basket is a convenient storage space for small items.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The front basket shown on the Rifton Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The front basket in use on the Rifton Adaptive Tricycle.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Front pulley
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The front pulley shown on the Adaptive Tricycle
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The front pulley maintains a level pedal position for riders whose extreme tone forces the front of the pedal downward.
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
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The front pulley shown on the Adaptive Tricycle
Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Outdoor cover
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The outdoor cover in use.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The outdoor cover is weather- and water-resistant for storing your tricycle outside.
Available for the large tricycle only.
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The outdoor cover in use.
Available for the large tricycle only.
Sizes & Dimensions
Use this dimensions chart to help you make the right choice for your client.
Important: User’s weight must not exceed the maximum working load. Adaptive Tricycles are not intended for clients with strong reflexes or poorly developed trunk balance and poor head control.
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