scooters

[Guest guest]

Glad you got a good deal as long as you can load 5 pieces in your car. The

Kitchen Kart folds down and weighs 35lbs. In some airlines it will fit in the

over head. For someone that has to travel and drive by themselves I suggest

the Kitchen Kart.

Good luck and no speeding please!!!

Irwin

[Guest guest]

From my past experience's with the Kitchen's Kart, in flight they store it

usually in the coat closet. And this was on American, Delta, Northwest,

Southwest, and whomever I've flown with over the past 4 years. One airline

I flew with (can't remember which one) would only allow it to go in the

luggage compartment and not inside the plane. If you were flying overseas

with it, then they would definitely make you put it in the luggage

compartment of the plane. Yes I could see that 32lb of metal falling out on

top of someone's head, if they allowed it to go in the overhead compartment.

Anything can happen on those flights as far as turbulence is concerned (not

to scare you though) and so it is required that they have these kinds of

standard safety regulations, in which the airline employees must strictly

adhere to. Also another thing is too, they have probably not seen too many

of this kind of scooter come on board, so there are times, from my past

experiences, that they are not quite sure what to do with the thing, except

to store it usually under all the coats or in a corner somewhere, where it

will be out of harm's way.

Ann

scooters

> I am just curious. I have a kitchen kart and I have traveled on British

Airways with it, and they won't put it in the overhead. They have told me

that it's too heavy and if it fell out, it could hurt someone. I am just

wondering if anyone has used it in the overhead compartment and if so, what

airlines?

>

> Cheers!

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> <<Glad you got a good deal as long as you can load 5 pieces in your car.

The Kitchen Kart folds down and weighs 35lbs. In some airlines it will fit

in the

> over head. For someone that has to travel and drive by themselves I

suggest

> the Kitchen Kart.

> Good luck and no speeding please!!!

> Irwin>>

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[Guest guest]

If your insurance has durable medical equipment coverage, it may cover part

of the cost of a scooter. My insurance will cover 80% on medical assistive

devices including scooters. Check with you insurance and see what coverage

you have. I also think you need a referral from you physician.

Carol in Vancouver, Washington

In a message dated 3/2/03 7:46:15 PM Pacific Standard Time,

liztoth@... writes:

> Are there any secrets to getting help via insurance or anything to help

> defray the cost of a scooter? I would love to have one...no vanity here

> when it comes to getting out and about! Anyone know what brands, models,

> styles, etc. are best?

> liz

>

[Guest guest]

My mother's husband got one for free. It was covered by Medicare. His is like a

motorized wheelchair; not one with the bicycle type handlebars. It carries his

oxygen pack on the back. He can barely move without distress (emphasema) but

gets on his scooter and takes the " gopher " grabber thing I gave him for

Christmas and heads down the steet. He picks up cans and trash as he goes along

and visits way on down the mountain. Before that, he was totally recliner bound

so so was my mom. J

[ ] Scooters

Are there any secrets to getting help via insurance or anything to help

defray the cost of a scooter? I would love to have one...no vanity here

when it comes to getting out and about! Anyone know what brands, models,

styles, etc. are best?

liz

[Guest guest]

ok so if you don't recommend a 3 wheel scooter could someone direct me to one

that is still light weight and can be folded up for easy transport? a

website would also be helpful if you have it. thanks

anna

[Guest guest]

The major problems with any wheelchair/scooter that has 3 wheels is

that they are unstable when they hit a hole/curb, like a tripod that

can fall over easily.

You now don't see many 3 wheel (ATV) all terain vehicles due to

their instability.

Remember that you generally get what you pay for.

Take care everyone and have a Happy Thankgiving !!!!!!!!!!!

> hi i was wondering if anyone has heard good things or bad about

the 3 wheel mini traveler that weighs 57lbs? i'm looking into

getting one of those because i wasn't able to get any info on the

lee kitchens karts and i've heard some not so good things about

those. so any comments would be help full thanks.

> HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!!!!!!!

>

> anna

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[Guest guest]

matt i don't have any time frame for getting a scooter i've asked the same

place i got my wheelchair from to just look up different scooters that i'm

interested in getting and what there doing is when i decide on the one i want to

get they'll order it and then i'll just get it from them. right now i'm asking

them to look into the mini traveler like i said in the other e-mail. i'm not

even sure if my insurance will pay for it since my motorized wheelchair is

still fairly new (about a year old). but i really do like the mini traveler but

look forward to hearing about the upcoming news. thanks for all of your help.

[Guest guest]

The ONLY lightweight scooter (i.e. less than 50 pounds) is the Kitchen's Karts.

Period.

Almost all others require disassembly to transport. The new Kitchen's Kart is

sturdy, reasonable fast, and holds a decent charge.

As far as three wheels go, not a problem. I've ridden a Kitchen's kart for five

years and have never tipped over. Wrecked it a few times being stupid, but

never lost balance.

-Bill

Re: Re: scooters

ok so if you don't recommend a 3 wheel scooter could someone direct me to one

that is still light weight and can be folded up for easy transport? a

website would also be helpful if you have it. thanks

anna

[Guest guest]

I agree if you are not using the scooter 100% of the time but like me to go

the distance in malls, casino or shopping then Kitchen Kart is the thing. I

have never tipped over and I am using the original one but no bells and

whistles.

I had it since 99 and replaced the battery one time.

Irwin

[Guest guest]

Becky

I'm not sure how your insurance company works but I do know you will need a

script from the dr to get one. Check out all the scooters that are out

there. (I went on-line and checked the walkers out when I need to get my

walker.) Then I called my insurance company to see if they would pay for it.

(They would but only 50% and it had to be usable inside the house as

outside. (Which means it has be small enough to go through the doorways and

a representative from your insurance company may want to come to your home

to check.) Then went to my Rheumy and had him write out a script for exactly

what I wanted on the walker. Another problem I had was I could only buy

from one of the companies they approved of. The company I wanted to use

wasn't on their list, but it was cheaper so I went with my preference. Same

walker, same maker. I went with the company of my choice. Did I mention that

the company that is close by and is on the list denied that the walker I

wanted was even made. He wanted to sell what he had in the shop I guess. I

got the walker I wanted and have been very happy with my decision.

A couple of things I think you should think about is how you will get on and

off the scooter in the future. Will you need armrests on it for support to

get off and on it? Does the seat swivel to make it easier to sit? How long

is the battery charge good for? You don't want the battery to die when you

are out and about. Remember this disease progresses and as time goes on,

more bones will be effected. You need to think of all the problems that can

arise as time goes on.

As you can see I have been thinking about these things since I know I will

be needing a scooter in the future.....

in Ct.

-----Original Message-----

From: natesmom4@... [mailto:natesmom4@...]

Does anyone know if it's difficult insurance companies to pay for a

motorized scooter (sort of like a wheelchair)? I saw a lady in Lowes with

a small Rascal scooter. She said she paid $1400 for it and it was easily

foldable to put in the car. Folded it sort of reminded of the same size as

a twin stroller I had years ago. Yesterday I was feeling great and worked

outside all day. Simple stuff like hosing the screens, house, garage,

driveway, etc. Last night I literally could not walk. My husband pushed me

around Lowes in one of their wheelchairs with a basket and it was awful. I

don't like to be dependent like that and the scooter was so " petite " and

cute! I am going to call the company tomorrow to see if they can help me

out.

Becky

[Guest guest]

my friend just ogt one too, hers is 60 lbs. she has to havs someone help her

get it in and out of the car. kathy in il

[Guest guest]

Hi Everyone:

I have a scooter that comes a part into 4 pieces and then I can transfer it

into my trunk of my care. The heaviest piece is 30 lbs. Usually I can do it

by myself although right now with this rib fracture I have I can't attempt it.

Many times people coming by offer to give me a hand. They are very kind. If

I need help someone always practically offers.

Sincerely,

Anjillah@...

[Guest guest]

Hi: My scooter is a Revo. It is very nice and very sturdy too. I think it

comes in red and blue. Mine is red. You can find lots of information in the

computer about the scooters and I also found my company from the telephone

book.

Good luck.

[Guest guest]

What is the brand of your scooter? I have been researching it and getting more

confused as they are so many to choose from. I need one for inside and out,

easy to take apart and put in the car/truck without a lift. The Rascal one I

saw I really liked but have been reading some bad BBB reports on the company

from a year or two ago. I'm hoping those problems are resolved. The lady I

talked to that had hers had nothing but praise for the company, scooter, and

rep, no problems at all.

Becky

Re: [ ] Scooters

Hi Everyone:

I have a scooter that comes a part into 4 pieces and then I can transfer it

into my trunk of my care. The heaviest piece is 30 lbs. Usually I can do it

by myself although right now with this rib fracture I have I can't attempt it.

Many times people coming by offer to give me a hand. They are very kind. If

I need help someone always practically offers.

Sincerely,

Anjillah@...

[Guest guest]

Is yours a 3-wheeler or 4 wheeler?

Becky

Re: [ ] Scooters

Hi: My scooter is a Revo. It is very nice and very sturdy too. I think it

comes in red and blue. Mine is red. You can find lots of information in the

computer about the scooters and I also found my company from the telephone

book.

Good luck.

[Guest guest]

Hi Everyone:

My scooter is a 3 wheel scooter. I like it better than a 4 wheel one because

I think you can make better turns with it than with a 4 wheel scooter.

I feel very lucky to have one, since walking has become so difficult due to

my breathing condition.

Good luck. Feel free to ask me any questions that you would like.

Sincerely,

[Guest guest]

I've been told that the 3 wheelers can turn over easier, but of course a scooter

rep wanting to sell me a 4 wheeler told me that. By looking at the pictures of

the 3 wheelers, the back base looks wide enough not to worry about that. Do you

have any problems with it being off balance at all?

Becky

Re: [ ] Scooters

Hi Everyone:

My scooter is a 3 wheel scooter. I like it better than a 4 wheel one because

I think you can make better turns with it than with a 4 wheel scooter.

I feel very lucky to have one, since walking has become so difficult due to

my breathing condition.

Good luck. Feel free to ask me any questions that you would like.

Sincerely,

[Guest guest]

Hi: I have had my scooter for 2 years and it has never tipped over. The

wheels are big enough to give it good control and like you said the base is

wide.

The only problem I had was once I got one wheel stuck in a hole in the

pavement and it started to tip a little but two men grabbed me and caught the

scooter before it went over. However, that was my fault for not watching the

pavement to see if it was safe. I am more careful now. It was the left back

wheel

that got caught in the hole. Thank God for those two gentlemen.

Take care.

[Guest guest]

The store carts are the only ones I have ever used and they are easy to get used

to. I am not " large " either, a little bigger than June at 5 " 3 and 130 pounds.

I often read or hear remarks that leads me to think people with disabilities are

offended at the offer to help. But I do frequently offer help. Yesterday I was

in a grocery store and there was a little lady with her cart, not a store cart,

that seemed so low she could hardly reach the 2nd shelf. I was looking in the

same area she was so I lingered a little to see an indication that she wanted

help. She appeared to only be looking and not finding what she wanted.

I broke my back and was in a brace for several months. That was long enough ago

that there were not many automatic doors and I could not open a door. That made

me feel pretty silly and I would just wait until someone opened the door and

then go in. (Gentlemen were never around, if they still exist) I could not pick

up a gallon of milk so I had to ask someone to put it in my basket and later to

take it out. I was never offended at the offer of help. For a while after I was

out of the brace my limitations caused problems. Just before I was out of the

brace I could pick up the milk or open the door but when I no longer wore it I

could not. I had gotten so that I didn't mind asking for help when I was

wearing the brace, so for awhile after I was out of it that when I went out I

still wore it just so that people would realize I needed help. Otherwise I did

not appear to have any problems.

How do you (individually) feel about help being offered?

BVan (Betty)

" Kathe, I know the Wal-Mart carts look humungous but try it. I am quite

small, barely 5' and on a good day I weigh anywhere from 96-100 lbs. and I

manage their carts quite well. It took a lot for me to get the point where

I would get on one but they are easy to operate. I have had a couple of

embarrassing moments almost knocking down a display, backing into another

display etc. but that was when I was getting used to it.

Hugs

June

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[Guest guest]

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> How do you (individually) feel about help being offered? 

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If you need it, it is a Godsend!

People who offer to help are compassionate.

They see beyond their own complaints and are willing to take rejection in

order to perform an act of kindness..

We could use more of them in the world.

People used to come up to me and say, " you look tired, can I help " ?

At first, I felt hurt and embarrassed.

NO more.... I AM tired, and although I wish they would not throw in that

personal comment, their intentions are good. I got over it!

Regarding being too embarassed to uses a skooter, I think it means you really

don't need one....

save it for someone who does.

I always thought I would be humiliated to ask for a wheel chair at the

airport.....NOT.

My back was killing me and I hurt to walk.

There was a big smile on my face when they were pushing me towards the plane!

I think we must accept who we are, our limitations, and be kind back to the

people who are willing to give us something for nothing.

Pris's ramblings

[Guest guest]

>

> The store carts are the only ones I have ever used and they are easy

to get used to. I am not " large " either, a little bigger than June at

5 " 3 and 130 pounds.

>

> I think the prob. with me is that I am a very large person and I do

not look like I am sick or hurt. just fat and I really think that is

why I am having such a prob. with using the scooters I get enough

looks now by just being fat and If I were in a scooter I feel I would

get even more looks.. I know lose weight I hear it all the time but

when you can not do much with out pain it is hard to lose weight...

well enough crying about me hope everyone has a great and less pain

free day..

Love your all

Janet IN IL

[Guest guest]

ribbon54sews@...

Remember when everything was much easier then? I am gaining weight. My

husband, my son, my 2 daughters...it's hard to do when I have to take the

medication, prednasone.Sometimes I feel like screaming...

Sharon

jan <smokey61080@...> wrote:

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> The store carts are the only ones I have ever used and they are easy

to get used to. I am not " large " either, a little bigger than June at

5 " 3 and 130 pounds.

>

> I think the prob. with me is that I am a very large person and I do

not look like I am sick or hurt. just fat and I really think that is

why I am having such a prob. with using the scooters I get enough

looks now by just being fat and If I were in a scooter I feel I would

get even more looks.. I know lose weight I hear it all the time but

when you can not do much with out pain it is hard to lose weight...

well enough crying about me hope everyone has a great and less pain

free day..

Love your all

Janet IN IL

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[Guest guest]

In a message dated 6/8/06 11:55:36 AM, smokey61080@... writes:

> I my self don't like people to help me

>

Then just politely say " no thanks " ........

Pris

[Guest guest]

Janet

I am with you, I am also very overweight, but people have never said anything

to me about using a cart. I do use a cane to walk painfully, and might see the

cane in the cart. I can tell you that anyone did ever say anything to me they

would be SORRY!!

When people star at me, and i think they are looking at me because of my size

, I Say to them " Take a picture, it will last longer! in WI

jan <smokey61080@...> wrote:

>

> The store carts are the only ones I have ever used and they are easy

to get used to. I am not " large " either, a little bigger than June at

5 " 3 and 130 pounds.

>

> I think the prob. with me is that I am a very large person and I do

not look like I am sick or hurt. just fat and I really think that is

why I am having such a prob. with using the scooters I get enough

looks now by just being fat and If I were in a scooter I feel I would

get even more looks.. I know lose weight I hear it all the time but

when you can not do much with out pain it is hard to lose weight...

well enough crying about me hope everyone has a great and less pain

free day..

Love your all

Janet IN IL

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[Guest guest]

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> I

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> > How do you (individually) feel about help being offered? 

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> If you need it, it is a Godsend!

> People who offer to help are compassionate.

> They see beyond their own complaints and are willing to take

rejection in

> order to perform an act of kindness..

> We could use more of them in the world.

>

I my self don't like people to help me. You see I am (was) a nurse

working with the Elderly. I am only 48ys old and only have had

RA.two years and It is hard to except it. I am the one who takes

care of people not the other way around and nursing has been my

whole life if not working in homes then I was staying home taking

care of my grandmother.. so you see I still have to get to the point

that I am not who I use to be. and will never will be again. I now

are one of the ones I use to care for.. for some many years.. and I

know some day I will accept the fact that I will need help but I

still don't have to like it. just my thoughs

Janet IN IL