Handcycle Guide

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Style	Description	Image
Delta Gravel	The classic Delta handcycle style with two wheels in the back and one in the front. The gravel version of delta is more upright than road, has mountain bike tires, but no suspension and less clearance than off-road. Thisisagreatbeginnerhandcycleand Pros Cons with Lowe-assist centeris ofthe gravitymost makescomfortable itride moreyou stablewill get on turns More space to swing leg over crank Less complicated drivetrain (might be more reliable) More comfortable than the tadpole styleroad. Bad turning radius Lower clearance Traction issues with front wheel spinning going up hills on gravel
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Delta Road	The classic Delta handcycle style with two wheels in the back and one in the front. The road version is usually lower to the ground and you lay almost flat. Handcylces are optimized fofor low weight.weight, which can help with independent loading into a car.
Delta Recreational	The classic Delta handcycle style with two wheels in the back and one in the front. The recreasional version is significantly taller, so you have a level transfer to your wheelchair.
A-ATV	Adaptive all terain vehicle does not have a crank, but can be used on off-road trails and many times trails most handcycles cannot go.
Tadpole	Off-road style handcycle with two wheels in the front and the drive wheel in the back.back, much better traction and tighter turning radius.
Attachable	Attachable handcycle that clamps a third wheel onto your wheelchair.
Prone	Off-road style handcycle where the user is kneeling and facing downwardsdownwards. Generally most capable at handling hardcore downhill sections or climbing over rock gardens.