The 1st braking system for manual wheelchairs

Inspired by Dutch bicycles, Dreeft utilises a “back-pedal” braking system enabling the user to activate a brake by pulling the push rim backwards.

With Dreeft, you can slow down, turn and reverse effortlessly, all without hand friction and using 5 times less energy.

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How does EPPUR Dreeft work?

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Stop using your hands as brake pads

Dreeft allows you to to brake progressively with the slightest pull of the rim.

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Effortless control on bends and slopes

With Dreeft, braking force increases with the force exerted on the push rim, allowing for easy control of speed and direction.

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Safety and everyday comfort

Dreeft eliminates the risk of braking related injuries, giving users peace of mind and greater independence.

How Dreeft can work for you.

If the push rim is moved forward, the wheelchair is propelled forward

As the wheel and push rim are separate, you can completely control your wheelchair without burning your hands

Simply moving the push rim backwards engages the internal brake without hand friction

Once stationary, you can pull the push rim backwards to reverse

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IDEAL FOR USE WITH REAR POWER ADD-ONS

WET WEATHER FRIENDLY

ZERO FRICTION

80% LESS EFFORT

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Technical Specifications

Dimensions

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Wheels- 24” (540mm)
Diameter of push rim mounting points- 513mm
Axle diameter- 12mm and 12.7mm (1/2’’) compatible
Push rim spacing- 12mm and 19mm

Weight

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Maximum user weight- 120kg
Wheel weight with push rim- 3.013kg
Removable grippy push rim cover-650g
Axle weight-from 99 to 123.5g

Components

Spokes- 24 spokes 14G black stainless steel
Tires-Schwalbe Marathon+ 24”
Push rim- Black anodised aluminium 19mm or Tetra Grip 24”
Rim type- Double walled, black powder coated aluminium
Grip for push rim- Adhesive grip for MC 30mm or Tetra Grip 24”

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