United Palestinian Appeal
In August 2024, the United Palestinian Appeal chose RoughRider America to supply 75 RoughRider and Aurora wheelchairs for delivery to Gaza. Due to on-the-ground conditions, the chairs were shipped to a warehouse in Jordan for distribution. We are proud to support this effort and look forward to continuing this relationship.
Global Mobility
Global Mobility provides mobility solutions, education, and advocacy to children, teens, and adults with disabilities worldwide, equipping and empowering them to live fulfilling, purposeful lives. RoughRider America partners with Global Mobility to provide appropriate wheelchairs to people in need in developing countries.
Golden Gate National Recreation Area and National Parks
RoughRider America collaborates with the Accessibility Program Manager of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area to promote the use of the RoughRider and Aurora wheelchairs in national parks across the country. RoughRider wheelchairs are currently available for visitor use at Muir Woods National Monument, Yellowstone National Park, and Grand Teton National Park.
Momentum Wheels for Humanity
Since 1996, Momentum Wheels for Humanity has been increasing access to mobility and improving the quality of life for people with physical disabilities in more than 50 countries. Their work spans wheelchair distribution, rehabilitation training, and policy development to build lasting change within health systems worldwide.
CLASP
CLASP is a global marketplace and distribution center for high-quality, affordable assistive products, connecting suppliers with organizations serving people with disabilities in low and middle income countries.
Diversable Development Organization
Diversable Development Organization (DDO) is a federally registered Canadian nonprofit dedicated to disability inclusion and access to assistive technology. DDO collaborates with RoughRider America on wheelchair design and development, bringing a community-centered perspective to our ongoing product work.
To find the distance between your hips, first position yourself seated with pelvis upright on a firm surface. Then, measure the distance between the widest points of the hips and thighs without compressing any tissue. Finally, record your measurements. It is important not to have a chair that is wider than necessary as it will be harder to push and may prevent you from passing through narrow doorways.
Position yourself seated upright on a firm surface. Measure the length of your upper leg, the distance from behind the knee to the back of the pelvis (back of your lower leg). Subtract 1/2” to find the maximum seat depth, to allow for space between the back of the knee/upper leg and seat fabric. Record the final measurement.
Your preferred backrest height is determined by your personal comfort level and physical ability. Whirlwind recommends, generally, that the top of the back support should fall just beneath the bottom of the shoulder blade. For less active riders who require more torso support, the back support should be higher, falling just beneath the armpit. Position yourself seated upright on a firm surface. Hold your hands flat against the surface you are sitting on. Measure the distance from the seated surface to the desired, most comfortable point for support on your back. To this number add the height of your cushion when you are sitting on it. Record the measurement.
Backrest angles are determined by the torso control of the rider. Whirlwind recommends that those with less torso control, such as quadriplegics, sit with a backrest angled further backwards to avoid falling forward in a wheelchair. Those with more torso control, such as amputees, can sit with the backrest more upright. Proper backrest angle is best determined by an occupational therapist or healthcare professional. Although there is only one option – 8 degrees – in the drop-down list below, you can adjust the backrest angle by adjusting the backrest straps (i.e. looser at the bottom and tighter at the top for a more erect position).
Now please enter your measurements into the fields on the product page before ordering. For more information about measuring, please refer to the RoughRider Fitting Sheet. You are responsible for choosing the right chair for yourself. If you are uncomfortable with determining your wheelchair size, please consult a professional.
