Test on handbikes and tandem

As part of the training of guides / accompanists of any impaired biker, it is very important to know how adapted mountain bikes work.

Thus it is strongly recommended to perform an individual test handbikes and mountain tandems in a park (safe area), where you can assess in person the limitations of use that exist.

Limitations of use

Mountain tandem

1.

Narrow and U-turns must be considered as obstacles

2.

IMBA 3 trails can be generally ridden downhill (check the height of obstacles along the trail) but they always have to be checked for uphill riding

3.

Avoid exposed sections by dismounting the tandem

4.

In case of e-bike check the status of the battery before the start and throughout the ride

5.

Always check the type and status of the tires

Handbike

1.

Minimum width of the trail: check the width of your handbike (bridges and trail could stop the handbike)

2.

Narrow and U-turns must be considered as obstacles

3.

Check if trails involve crossing creeks and rivers; it is generally possible to cross shallow water depending on the handbike

4.

IMBA 3 trails can be generally ridden downhill (check the width of the trail) but they always have to be checked for uphill riding (they could be too steep in relation to the surface – e.g. slippery surface)

5.

Handbikes without e-motor are suitable for IMBA 1 trails and flat itineraries

6.

Pay attention to mount side counterslope sections as the handbikes could fall on the side

7.

Avoid exposed sections

8.

In case of e-bike check the status of the battery before the start and throughout the ride

9.

Always check the type and status of the tires

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