GRIT Freedom Chair
The GRIT Freedom Chair is an all-terrain wheelchair designed to help you experience trails, fields, beaches and more. You can operate it independently using lever drives or with a friend using push handles.
Where to Find GRIT Freedom Chairs
More than 25 Texas State Parks offer the GRIT Freedom Chair. Most parks provide the 18-inch seat width model with:
- Anti-tip bars for extra stability
- Push handles to allow companions to assist safely
Key Feature
Built for adventure
- Large 26-inch rear mountain bike tires and 9-inch front wheel navigate trails, sand, gravel and grass.
- Durable zinc-plated, powder-coated steel frame stands up to rugged outdoor use.
Move your way
- Self-propel: Push and pull lever drives to move yourself along trails or remove the levers and propel using the wheels like a traditional wheelchair.
- Assisted push: Companions can use rear handles to help you move and navigate tricky spots.
Comfort First
- Some parks offer straps and pillows but you may bring personal cushions, straps, rolled-up blankets or adaptive supports for extra comfort.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Seat width | Most sites offer 18" seats (other options available at some sites: 16", 20") |
| User height range | 4'10" to 6'8" |
| Weight capacity | Up to 300 lbs. (136 kg.) |
| Chair weight | 46 lbs. (not meant to be carried) |
| Rear wheels | 26" x 1.75" mountain bike tires |
| Front wheel | 9" pneumatic mountain board wheel |
| Overall width | 28" - 32" depending on seat width |
| Overall length | 48" |
| Frame material | Zinc-plated, powder-coated steel |
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is committed to ensuring that all Texans can enjoy the outdoors. Try a motorized track chair, explore other adaptive outdoor recreation options, or request a reasonable modification by visiting the TPWD Accessibility website or emailing accessibility@tpwd.texas.gov for more information.
