In the eyes of ordinary people, mountain biking is synonymous with speed and passion, however, for people with disabilities with limited physical conditions, the design of traditional bicycles often ignores their special needs, not only limited riding experience, but also often faces incomprehension and prejudice from the outside world. In response, British manufacturer Orange Bikes has broken this conventional wisdom and created an electric mountain bike called Phase AD3 Adaptive e-MTB for people with disabilities, bringing an unprecedented riding experience to special people!
Orange Bikes has always been at the forefront of para cycling, helping former bike industry practitioner Michael Bonney get back on the road after a car accident and innovating to meet the aspirations of people with disabilities for mountain biking. The Phase AD3 Adaptive e-MTB is their masterpiece, inspired by the "Transformers" of science fiction movies, with super adaptability and excellent functionality, which can easily cope with all kinds of complex terrain.
Orange's Phase AD3 suspension is 180mm at the front and 170mm at the rear, paired with 27.5-inch wheels, and the suspension of this bike is specially optimized to provide superior off-road balance and performance. At the heart of it is a pair of well-designed cantilever linkages that work in tandem with the steering linkage to ensure the rider navigates through a variety of terrains.
And the real highlight is its high degree of customizability. The Phase AD3 is equipped with an adjustable bucket seat that allows the rider to balance the bike by moving the upper body. To meet the needs of people with different disabilities, the Phase AD3 Adaptive e-MTB offers two modes: throttle electric and pedal assist. Whether it's the passion for speed, or the pleasure of riding, this bike has it all. In addition, it is equipped with a CYC X1 Pro Gen 4 electric mountain bike motor, which can easily cope with various terrain changes.
In today's increasingly personalized consumption, the needs of people with disabilities for cycling equipment are becoming more and more diverse. Orange Bikes offers one-on-one consultation and customised services to meet this need. They tailor the most suitable riding equipment according to the specific situation of each customer, ensuring that each customer can enjoy the most comfortable riding experience. A deposit of £1,000 is required to start the consultation. If the manufacturer deems that the required specific adjustments cannot be made, the deposit will be refunded in full. The estimated delivery time is 12 weeks and the price is £15,000.
More than just a means of transportation, it's also a lifestyle change for people with disabilities. With the increasing attention to the travel needs of people with disabilities and the continuous development of technology, it is expected that the market for special bicycles for people with disabilities will further expand.