They work great. Makes it easier for loading and unloading. I will order another set for my trike.
Catrike Assist Arms
Catrike Assist Arms
SKU:ASA341.1
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$291.00 AUD
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These arms currently do not fit the Catrike Eola.
If you have a Catrike, and need a little help getting in and out, these are the Assist Arms for you! Designed after extensive research with real people in real world situations, these arms provide the forms of support you need to safely and comfortably get on and off your trike. The smooth, curving arms provide multiple gripping positions and provide a nice sized area to rest your hands. The arms are centered over the front wheels. They extend forward so they are easy to reach when you are first getting on, and extend back towards you when you're seated to help you start to get up. The front to back configuration also means there's no twisting of hands or wrists required- your grip is always natural and comfortable. The custom low profile clamps provide optimal fit.
FAQ
1. What do these arms do?
These arms provide a medium sized, comfortable grip area to help you get on and off your Catrike. They can also be used to mount mirrors and accessories. We also make a larger version for those that need more help getting on and off.
2. Why these arms?
These arms were designed by an industrial designer specializing in biomechanics and geriatrics. The design was fine tuned after lots of testing with a lot of different people. They place a large, strong, comfortable grip area with several hand position options right where you need them. They are super easy and super comfortable to use. The lengthwise orientation means your arms and wrists don't need to twist to grip them. They are naturally in line with your grip and very comfortable to use.
3. Why are they this shaped like this?
The shape, length, and position are specifically designed to give you a range of places to grip depending on what you need at different points in the getting on and getting off process. When you're getting on, the forward part of the grip is easy to find, even without looking behind you. You just reach down naturally with your hands, and the grip is right there. As you transition to being seated, you can reposition your hands as you need to. The downward curving part at the back makes it easy to get started getting out, and the cushioned grip allows you to push with your arms if you don't have good hand or wrist strength. These arms were designed after extensive work with physical therapists and real users to be the safest, most comfortable Assist Arms available. We also make a larger version for those that need more help getting on and off.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Made in USA from powder coated 6061T6 aluminum. Low profile mounts are made here in our shop in Portland, OR, USA.
- Arms are 1 inch (25.4mm) diameter for easier gripping.
- These arms are shorter, less obtrusive versions of the arms originally designed by Eddee Edson of Thrive Cycling.
- Arms are usually mounted ahead of the brakes and shifters. About 1.75 inches (45mm) of open space is required at the front of the horizontal steering arm. If you have your controls mounted all the way forward on the steering arms, slide them rearward as necessary to make room for the Assist Arm clamps. Attach the clamps and install the arms. Adjust the arms so they are plumb and level and there is enough room to easily reach the controls.
- The clamps are designed so the heads of the bolts face inward for easy wrench access.
- When getting on, stand where you usually would right in front of the main cross tube. Reach down and move your hands inward and you'll automatically find the arms. Grab the arms and rest your arms on them as you sit down. To get up, first grip the curved part of the arm closest to you and use it to pull yourself to an upright posture. Then slide your reach forward to the main part of the arm and pull yourself up. You can rest you wrist on the foam cushion as you do this. If you need more length on the arm, for example you don't have the hand or wrist strength, our longer arms are designed to provide more support options enabling you to push with your forearms.
- Fits all Catrikes except the Eola. We are working on versions for other trikes.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 22 reviews.
Needed something to help me exit my Catrike Dumont trike. Tried other product from CT but they didn’t work for me! These are the Cat’s Meow (pun intended) love them! High quality!
Nice
Exactly what I needed. I faced a real issue……83 yr old bodies don’t get out of low seats like they used too. Problem solved
I’m 87 and bought a trike because of balance issues. I always felt a little wobbly getting off and on my trike, but these assist bars have made it a piece of cake and I feel very safe. Additionally, they give an extra space to mount other accessories, such as a bell.
These support grips have been a real blessing for me, since I had major back surgery a few months ago. Because it has helped me in and out of my recumbent trike, I have decided to purchase a set for my wife's recumbent bike. Now we can both enjoy the safety of getting in and out of our bikes. We are both in our seventies and enjoy riding our bikes in a retirement community in Arizona. Thank you for designing them to save us from falling. They are like hand rails for us!
Assist arms allow this 79 YO retiree to get on and off my Catrike with ease. Before, I had to fight to get on and off, now, just grab handles and ease down, or pull to get up. Easier then my recliner!!!!
Build quality on these is excellent. This is the third pair I have tried and like them the best.
Easy to install and they really make life better for this 79 year old body. My Catrike is not an “e-bike.”
I had ordered this once b4 but it came with no directions, this one did. makes it so much easier to put on. they are doing what they were made for.
Unfortunately, an unexpected health issue has arisen has not allowed me to use the access bars yet. But I did install them and try them out in my garage and they seem like the perfect answer to my problem of entering and exiting my recumbent tricycle. Hopefully, I will be able to use my trike soon.
They barely fit on stock Catrike handlebars. Help getting in and out but controls too tight Wife can’t use these. Getting custom fab bars. Into recycle bin they go
1
Had total knee replacement and needed help getting in and out of the bike. Pedaling is more difficult than walking after surgery.
A great PRODUCT
This is a fabulous product! They are incredibly well designed and built. I am 100% happy and satisfied. Quite frankly, without these, I couldn’t get on and off of my Trike. Thank you so much for making such a great product and shipping it out so fast!! Kent Stratton
I have put these on two Catrike Dumont trikes I liked them a lot but I turned them out and put mirrirs in the end and now my mirrors are closer to eye level and wider apart. With them turned out they make a stubby set of handelbars and another position for my hands and arms. It is much less tireing on my back and sholders. These assist bars have really worked out well in all these ways.
Love them!
The Catrike assist arms are top quality, and I received my order just a few days after ordering it. I would, definitely, do business with these folks again.
Installation was a breeze. Without rushing the project, it took me less than an hour. I took a short ride, and I like it. I will take my Catrike for an extended ride next week. Thank you for a great product.
love it
Because I am a FOG, fat, old guy, it is still a bit of a struggle using the arms. I keep telling my doctors that I have absolutely no core. While I follow the instructions, I still find it difficult just using the arms to stand. However, I have found a workaround. I use one of the arms and grip the Catrike centerpiece that rises above the boom. Big help.