3 or 4 wheeled scooter

[podgeuk]

Hi all, I’ve just been looking at some mobility scooters. Can anyone advise me how safe and stable are 3 wheeled scooters?
Steve

[Barry52]

Hi Steve,

This subject is difficult to answer. A lot of factors need consideration such as your weight, centre of gravity and where you will be using it. The size of the wheels are also a factor as some “travel” scooters have small wheels and are less stable. My recommendation is to visit a store and try some out. Once you decide you can buy online if cheaper but many specialists will match internet prices.

Barry

[podgeuk]

Hi Barry,
I decided on a 4 wheel scooter and have purchased a new one. It’s only a pavement type. I did think about a second hand one but thought better of it. It cost me £1250 but hey what’s money. Taking delivery on Wednesday so everyone local to me at better watch out.
Steve

[Barry52]

Don’t forget to insure it Steve. My first scooter was stolen by some heartless b***ards.

Barry

[podgeuk]

Hi Barry,
it’s insured by shop for 3 months but will insure it after this time period. I need to look around. I have just purchased an alarm for scooters, and it appears good. I know this will not stop most hardened thieves, but it may stop opportunists.
Steve

[Ellie]

podgeuk How are you getting on driving the scooter, Steve - hope you feel comfy and safe? x

[podgeuk]

Hi Ellie,
Sorry I haven’t got back to you sooner, but I’ve been a bit busy of late. Well the mobility scooter has given me the chance to get out, but always with someone with me. I don’t know if its just the foot paths where I live but the scooter bangs and knocks and sometimes, I feel a little unsure. Perhaps I need pneumatic tyres. I wish now I had purchased a scooter suitable for road use. Still I shouldn’t complain.
Anyone have a suggestion for an exercise bike, such as recumbent type?
Steve

[Barry52]

Hi Ellie,
Sorry I haven’t got back to you sooner, but I’ve been a bit busy of late. Well the mobility scooter has given me the chance to get out, but always with someone with me. I don’t know if its just the foot paths where I live but the scooter bangs and knocks and sometimes, I feel a little unsure. Perhaps I need pneumatic tyres. I wish now I had purchased a scooter suitable for road use. Still I shouldn’t complain.
Anyone have a suggestion for an exercise bike, such as recumbent type?
Steve

Hi Steve,

I bought a recumbent exercise bike soon after lockdown and it has been good in that it relieves my spasticity. It is called a NordicTrack GX4.7R. It is very sturdy and comes flat packed so I had to get my wife to assemble it. I used it to complete my Mission 5000 challenge for MNDA.

[Ellie]

Wow Barry, it looks the business - all that's missing is your Yellow Jersey 😄

Well done Mrs B!

Love Ellie.

[podgeuk]

Hi Barry, I have looked at similar recumbent exercise bikes and have found them impossible to get on and off. I’m going to try a Motorised Pedal Exerciser. I’ll let you know what It’s like.
Steve

[Barry52]

Hi Barry, I have looked at similar recumbent exercise bikes and have found them impossible to get on and off. I’m going to try a Motorised Pedal Exerciser. I’ll let you know what It’s like.
Steve

I’m sorry to hear that you can’t use the recumbent exercise bike Steve and I know what you mean. I have to hold on with both hands to mount and dismount.

Barry

[podgeuk]

Hi all,
I’m not that good with my scooter but, I decided to do some shopping at my local C0-OP. But all of a sudden, the scooter leapt forward and this is the result.
Kind regards,
Steve

[GaryM]

Best laugh I've had today, Steve. Thanks.

[GaryM]

I think I'll try to grow disabled disgracefully.

[Ellie]

podgeuk 🤣🤣🤣

That has made to laugh out loud, Steve (or rather, bray like a donkey!)
Well, the tubs are called Haribo FUN so you just did as invited 😉 Be grateful it wasn't a red wine display.

I know you're wearing a giant grin under your mask. Were the staff nice about it?

Love Ellie.