handbike

Crank with arms

A handbike is a human-powered vehicle propelled by the arms rather than the legs, typically used by people with lower-body disabilities.

The rider sits in a recumbent position and turns hand cranks connected to the front wheel.

Handbikes range from recreational models to high-performance racing versions used in Paralympic cycling events.

athletic

competition

Struggle for supremacy

training · athlete · speed · cardiovascular · fitness · power · strength · pacing · sprint · drafting

recreation

trail

Path through wilderness

  • parkPublic leisure grounds
  • pathRoute for traveling
  • touringTraveling for pleasure

scenic · outdoors · leisure · adventure · freedom · enjoyment · weekend · hobby · nature · exercise

mechanical

crankarm

Pedal-mounting lever arm

frame · wheels · tires · spokes · hub · brakes · shifters · recumbent · steering · headrest

adaptive

paraplegia

Lower body immobility

rehabilitation · customization · ergonomics · strapping · transfer · barrier-free · empowerment · accommodation · modified

Opposites
propulsion method

handbikebicycle

Pedal-powered two-wheeler

pedal bike · road bike · mountain bike · stationary bike · recumbent bike

Family

hand, bike, hands, handed, handing, handy, handily, handedness, handful

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G