Answered Kids emtb

[Welshrobinireland]

Hi all, I want to get my nephew who has cerebral palsy an ebike. Hes 9 years old and apart from a few problems with his legs and slight balance is a very normal and bright child. I'm sure it's easy enough to get a little ebike but it's the stabilizers that he would need which are the issue. As you know ,when you corner at any reasonable rate with those things it can be dangerous. are there any that kind of allow the bike to lean in corners but not so much that wont help when not moving?

 

[R120]

These have some flex but not sure if they would be up to the job?

EZ Training Suspension Stabilisers

 

[R120]

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[Welshrobinireland]

Cheers but hes quite a tall 9 year old so will probably be looking more towards a 24" wheel size. Its certainly on the right track though. He had a trike with a massive " granny " gear on it and his legs were flying around. I also seen him topple that thing and crack a bone in his elbow. Hence the stabilizers that flex.

 

[Welshrobinireland]

Oh and to look cool is huge. Obviously at 9. ?

 

[Swissrob]

These have some flex but not sure if they would be up to the job?

EZ Training Suspension Stabilisers

They look like a good option but those wheels are not going to survive long, I would consider using microscooter wheels as they have ball bearings and tougher wear surfaces.
Like the ones on this. EVO+ Commuter Scooter - 200mm Wheel

 

[Welshrobinireland]

They look like a good option but those wheels are not going to survive long, I would consider using microscooter wheels as they have ball bearings and tougher wear surfaces.
Like the ones on this. EVO+ Commuter Scooter - 200mm Wheel

Not a bad option and just take off the wheels.

 

[More-read-than-ride]

Hi all, I want to get my nephew who has cerebral palsy an ebike. Hes 9 years old and apart from a few problems with his legs and slight balance is a very normal and bright child. I'm sure it's easy enough to get a little ebike but it's the stabilizers that he would need which are the issue. As you know ,when you corner at any reasonable rate with those things it can be dangerous. are there any that kind of allow the bike to lean in corners but not so much that wont help when not moving?

I know this may be a bit off topic and perhaps overly optimistic, but I like the idea that on this forum we support each other in situations like this. Maybe you can get a little crowdfunding going and maybe with that you can even get a producer like Cube or someone similar to create something specific to help, as it is good PR. I will throw in 20 quid to help out. If we get enough people together and Rob does a quick video, all of a sudden we have positive publicity for emtb's abd the chance to help. I know there may be other (more?) worthy casues, but I like the idea of getting a smile on a kids face based on something I love...

 

[steve_sordy]

These have some flex but not sure if they would be up to the job?

EZ Training Suspension Stabilisers

That is a nice and simple idea. I get that they are too small, but go with the idea. I'm sure that there are many workshops out there that could produce a bigger version just for your nephew. It's a long time ago now, but when I was at school doing metalwork (in the sixth form, so I was allowed in there without supervision), I used to make all sorts of stuff. I am certain that I could have made a set of those without much difficulty. In fact now I've thought about it, do any of the local senior schools still teach metalwork and could make a set for you? It would be a great project for some of the students to tackle, good press etc. Or maybe the local Technical College, anyone with a workshop. Going with this.... How about local engineering companies? The small ones may help out anyway, but I was thinking of the larger ones that might have an Apprentice Training School. The one I went to had incredibly well equipped workshops.

Contact the local newspaper, give some details and ask the readers if anyone can make a larger set. Nice human interest story.

Good luck!

 

[Welshrobinireland]

That is a nice and simple idea. I get that they are too small, but go with the idea. I'm sure that there are many workshops out there that could produce a bigger version just for your nephew. It's a long time ago now, but when I was at school doing metalwork (in the sixth form, so I was allowed in there without supervision), I used to make all sorts of stuff. I am certain that I could have made a set of those without much difficulty. In fact now I've thought about it, do any of the local senior schools still teach metalwork and could make a set for you? It would be a great project for some of the students to tackle, good press etc. Or maybe the local Technical College, anyone with a workshop. Going with this.... How about local engineering companies? The small ones may help out anyway, but I was thinking of the larger ones that might have an Apprentice Training School. The one I went to had incredibly well equipped workshops.

Contact the local newspaper, give some details and ask the readers if anyone can make a larger set. Nice human interest story.

Good luck!

I love that idea. I'm also a toolmaker by trade and sure I could knock something up given enough time( I've been away from it for 20 years) In my head I've a fox shock at an angle on both stabilizers if you like with maybe just short travel to allow for cornering and taking a few knocks. Has to look cool

 

[Welshrobinireland]

I know this may be a bit off topic and perhaps overly optimistic, but I like the idea that on this forum we support each other in situations like this. Maybe you can get a little crowdfunding going and maybe with that you can even get a producer like Cube or someone similar to create something specific to help, as it is good PR. I will throw in 20 quid to help out. If we get enough people together and Rob does a quick video, all of a sudden we have positive publicity for emtb's abd the chance to help. I know there may be other (more?) worthy casues, but I like the idea of getting a smile on a kids face based on something I love...

I love all of what your saying and I thank you sincerely, however I really couldn't be the person to even think of doing anything remotely like that. But, again thankyou.

 

[steve_sordy]

I love that idea. I'm also a toolmaker by trade and sure I could knock something up given enough time( I've been away from it for 20 years) In my head I've a fox shock at an angle on both stabilizers if you like with maybe just short travel to allow for cornering and taking a few knocks. Has to look cool

Now you're talking! But that could be expensive!

 

[R120]

Just seen that ez trainer do an adult version

EZ Trainer Adult Edition Stabilizer Set | JE James Cycles

 

[Welshrobinireland]

That's perfect.

 

[Swissrob]

I also would not consider a 24" bike as the options are few and he will grow out of it too soon, I faced the same dilemma with my son so bought a 27.5" in small and fitted 26" wheels and a shorter stem it is now back to original after 2 years. Moving the seat forward helped as well but I wished it had a dropper post as this would have made it easier for him at the time.

 

[Welshrobinireland]

I also would not consider a 24" bike as the options are few and he will grow out of it too soon, I faced the same dilemma with my son so bought a 27.5" in small and fitted 26" wheels and a shorter stem it is now back to original after 2 years. Moving the seat forward helped as well but I wished it had a dropper post as this would have made it easier for him at the time.

I was thinking of an xs womens bike also. They dont all have pink and stuff decals.