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For some months now, one of our members has been trying to contact the people at Access 4 Wheelchairs.  Sadly, we have now found that they have applied to have… *Access 4 Wheelchairs Ltd. Situation

The 15%* discount we enjoy at Cotswold Outdoor has been extended to cover Snow+Rock, Runners Need and CycleSurgery. (*10% off cycles) The discount code remains the same as you were… *15% Discount Extended to More Shops

We have a nice new trailer for delivering two of our Loan Scooters to rambles.  This replaces the trailer very kindly loaned to us by Robin. Thanks Rob & Eileen… New Trailer ready for action

March 17th Bowland Visitors Centre Lancashire Countryside ranger Tarja Wilson got the opportunity to try a Mountain Trike when Tim Martin brought his two amazing wheelchairs to Beacon Fell today to… Mountain Trike

Date moved to Tuesday 17th March 2pm at the Bowland Visitor Centre, Beacon Fell Country Park.   PR3 2NL      

Date moved to Tuesday 17th March 2pm at the Bowland Visitor Centre, Beacon Fell Country Park.   PR3 2NL The Mountain Trike wheelchair is a local invention now exporting to the… Try a Mountain Trike

A puncture while out rambling is most unwanted. Beamer, the makers of the Tramper recommend OKO Puncture Free off road tyre sealant which costs £12 for 1250ml TGA sell their… Puncture Proof Tyres

Some bus companies now allow some Cat 2 scooters on buses. To find out which ones meet their criteria, go to Rica who conduct consumer research for older people: Mobility… Taking a Scooter on a Bus

Cotswold Outdoor have renewed our 15% discount until October 2014.  To continue to receive this, we need to use it. Please go to the Members Only page for details.

During a Ramble Tour, we programme in a day off to give us all a rest. However, yesterday, instead of sunning on the beach, Robin and I took the loan… Our Day Off

  Those of you on the  Devil’s Punchbowl ramble will remember Clive and Alex on their 4×4 Powerchairs which have the ability to climb steps. They will be demonstrating their improved versions… A4W Observer 4×4 Powerchairs at Exibitions

Naidex Just a reminder that this major exhibition for the less able will be on at the NEC, Birmingham from 30th April to 2nd May.

People in the developing world have far less access to equipment than we are blessed with. A designer has produced a wheelchair which can go over rough terrain.  The first… Cross Country Wheelchair

Does your wheelchair get stuck in the snow?  There maybe a solution for you this winter by adding a pair of mini skis. See  http://www.gizmag.com/wheelblades-mini-wheelchair-skis/24329/ for more details.

Members of the Disabled Ramblers can now save 15% on purchases from Cotswold Outdoor. Go to the ‘Members Only’ page to find out how.

Just back home from the NEC. Lots of goodies to spend our money on. It was good to see several DR members there. Modified Segway This modified Segway looked fun.… At NAIDEX 2012