handcycle
Crank it seated
A handcycle is a three-wheeled vehicle powered by arm cranks rather than foot pedals, used primarily by people with lower-body disabilities for transportation, recreation, or competitive racing.
The rider sits in a recumbent position and propels the cycle by rotating hand grips connected to the front wheel: She completed the marathon on her handcycle.
Games for disabled athletes
- marathonLong-distance footrace
- triathlonThree-event endurance contest
- classificationSystematic grouping by traits
- handcyclistArm-propelled cycle rider
peloton · drafting · tandem · medals · records · competition · athletes · sprint
Ease of approach
- assistiveProviding help or aid
- inclusiveCovering all members
- modifiedChanged in some way
- customizationModification to individual preference
fitted · adjustable · disability · accommodation · ergonomic · custom-fit · enablement · barrier-free
Freedom from external control
- transportationMoving people or goods
- commuteRegular work travel
- travelMovement between locations
- freedomAbsence of constraint
autonomy · self-propelled · empowerment · navigation · journey · exploration · errands · touring
Rotary operating handle
- leverPivoting bar for lifting
- gearsToothed rotating machine parts
- chainLinked segments forming length
- frameSupporting outer structure
wheels · spokes · brakes · seat · straps · derailleur · cassette · hub
Of heart and blood vessels
- enduranceSustained effort capacity
- aerobicRequiring free oxygen
- workoutStructured physical exercise
- fitnessGood physical shape
training · calories · resistance · muscles · stamina · rehabilitation · cross-training · low-impact
Paralympics
Games for disabled athletes
- marathonLong-distance footrace
- triathlonThree-event endurance contest
- classificationSystematic grouping by traits
handcyclist · peloton · drafting · tandem · medals · records · competition · athletes · sprint · relay
accessibility
Ease of approach
customization · fitted · adjustable · disability · accommodation · ergonomic · custom-fit · enablement · barrier-free · retrofit
independence
Freedom from external control
- transportationMoving people or goods
- commuteRegular work travel
- travelMovement between locations
freedom · autonomy · self-propelled · empowerment · navigation · journey · exploration · errands · touring · self-determination
crank
Rotary operating handle
frame · wheels · spokes · brakes · seat · straps · derailleur · cassette · hub · tires
cardiovascular
Of heart and blood vessels
fitness · training · calories · resistance · muscles · stamina · rehabilitation · cross-training · low-impact · conditioning
trails
Marked outdoor paths
adventure · leisure · outdoors · nature · exploration · weekend · fun · greenways · bikeway · countryside
- BikesBMX, cruiser, mountain bike, road bike, hybrid
- unpowered vehicleswheelchair, kayak, rowboat, canoe, sled
- adaptive sportsadaptive sports, racing wheelchair, adaptive skiing, disability sports, sports wheelchair
- hand-powered vehiclesrowboat, canoe, kayak, paddleboard, raft
- three-wheelerstrike, three-wheeler, e-trike, rickshaw, pedicab
handcyclebicycle
Pedal-powered two-wheeler
pedal bike · road bike · stationary bike · exercise bike · tricycle