Trekinetic K2 MK3

Childrens All Terrain, Lightweight, Self-Propel

Description

Little kids, big kids and everyone in between

At Trekinetic we realise that wheelchair users come in all shapes and sizes…especially growing kids! Rather than building a separate chair for youngsters, we thought we’d modify our regular manual and power chairs to be suitable for kids, so you don’t need to buy another chair in a few years.

With a few clever additions, both our manual and power chairs can easily be converted to accommodate children as young as five. Still super light, still not requiring a wheelchair accessible vehicle, and of course, still as effective off-road as on-road.

Attendant Controls

The K2 and GTE can both be setup with user or attendant controls, making our chairs suitable for a wide range of wheelchair users and their families.

Image: Trekinetic K2 MK3 with attendant brakes and XL extensions.

Using a modified version of the Burnett seating system, our Hyperforma seat insert can be easily attached to our standard 16” carbon fibre seat. The insert is filled with tiny beads which can be moulded to the user’s exact shape, using a simple hand pump that attaches to a valve under the seat. The shape can be readjusted at any time, so it’s always supportive. The best part is that when the lining is no longer required, it can simply be removed.

Growth Kit

Our chairs are designed to be extremely comfortable. Our growth kit raises the standard footplate to ensure we have the perfect leg support for all ages. This can easily be changed as needed, further down the line by adding or removing the spacers.

A wheelchair. But not as you know it.

TREKINETIC K2 MK3
Lightweight Manual Wheelchair

The multi-award winning Trekinetic K2 is a lightweight, all terrain manual wheelchair like no other. Utilising cutting edge Formula 1 technology, the K2 was designed as an everyday manual chair that pushes the limits of what a wheelchair should be capable of. Built in the UK from start to finish, this is one of the most advanced wheelchairs on the planet.

Three wheels are better than four

Did you know that a three-sided structure is stronger than a four-sided structure? This is because the force is better distributed across all sides. Our three-wheel drive system ensures your body weight is distributed evenly across all wheels, improving both stability and traction, especially on uneven surfaces.

All terrain by design

Putting the big wheels at the front allows the Trekinetic K2 to cope with pretty much any terrain you can throw at it, be it on or off-road. It’s perfectly at home over mud, sand, snow and gravel, but is also versatile enough to use around town making light work of cobbles and cracked pavements. This means less time staring at the floor and more time enjoying the view.

Better propulsion

Trekinetic’s front wheel drive system also means that the user’s back is fully supported when pushing. This means you don’t have to push as hard to create the same force to propel forward. Just like a weightlifter, it’s easier when your back is fully supported.

Engineered for versatility

Off-road stability requires a wider wheelbase. Indoor practicality requires a narrow wheelbase. Our patented Varicam system allows you to change the angle of the wheels by simply turning a bar under the seat. 0-16 degrees in 10 seconds. Zero tools required.

A comfortable ride

Trekinetic’s patented rear shock absorber ensures a smooth ride every time, by soaking up any uncomfortable cobbles, cracks, lumps and bumps you might encounter on your journey.

We strive to make our products as efficient as possible, so we like it when one device performs two functions. Our unique shock absorber also acts as a tilt in space mechanism to alter the angle of the seat and change the weight distribution in the chair. This is particularly useful when going downhill.

Carbon fibre is the new black

Like most modern vehicles, Trekinetic has done away with the traditional metal chassis and replaced it with a super lightweight carbon fibre monocoque chassis. This reduces the weight of the chair, whilst keeping it strong and results in a seat that more closely resembles the human form. This typically means less padding and more support.

Dynamic braking system

Our unique dynamic braking system means you can slow, stop or even turn the chair without so much as touching the wheels. It can also be used as a parking brake for when you want to get in or out of the chair.

Easy to transport

The K2 was designed to fold down and fit into a small vehicle with minimal effort. The front wheels come off with the simple click of a button and the rear castor folds down behind the seat.

For those that need to stay in the chair whilst in a vehicle, the Trekinetic K2 is crash tested to ISO 7176-19 when using the Trekinetic 5-Point Vehicle Restraint System.

Access all areas

Rules are made to be broken. Limits are designed to be pushed. Access the world like never before with the revolutionary, Trekinetic K2 manual wheelchair.

OPTIONS

K2-MANUAL

All our chairs are made to order by hand in our workshop. This gives us complete control over the assembly process and means we can configure each chair to your individual specification.

Fancy a paint job? We can even colour the outer shell of the seat in a choice of over 200 colours.

TREKINETIC K2 MK3

All of the below standard features are included with each Trekinetic K2 MK3.

Standard Features

Carbon Fibre Seat
Ergonomically moulded to follow the contours of the human body, Trekinetic’s unique carbon fibre seat has been designed to optimise pressure loading and provide support exactly where it’s needed. It’s available in two sizes, 16” (40cm) and 19” (48cm) and can be used in conjunction with a variety of cushions, supports and 3rd party seating.
Padded Seat Lining
Our internal pads provide a soft yet supportive layer that can be used on their own or in conjunction with additional cushioning. It can also be removed if you need a bit of extra room or want to add 3rd party seating.
Magnetic Footplate
The K2 Mk3 now includes a magnetic footplate catch that makes it even easier to get in and out of the chair.
It can also be used to fold down the chair for transport.
Tyre Protection
All Trekinetic chairs include 24″ mountain bike tyres with tyre armour in the front wheels and heavy duty sealant in the rear wheel, eliminating 99% of punctures.
You can also upgrade to extra wide smooth black or whitewall tyres.
Locking Camber System
Our patented Varicam system allows you to change the angle of the wheels by simply turning a bar under the seat. Set the bar to ‘Mean’ for extra stable, off road use and ‘Lean’ for indoor use. Now includes a locking mechanism for reduced maintenance. Zero tools required.

Nitrogen Shock Absorber
Our patented, rear shock absorber helps ensure a smooth ride at all time, while also acting as a tilt in space mechanism to alter the angle of the seat and change the weight distribution in the chair.
A new update for the Mk3 includes an option that can activate the switch behind the seat by simply lifting the armrest.
Handrims
Oval shaped, easy grip anti-freeze plastic rims for those that want them! Most of our customers are quite happy popping on a pair of gloves and just grabbing the tyres, so these are entirely optional.
We recommend removing these on attendant setups to make the chair narrower.

Featured options

The Trekinetic K2 is available with many other options including the below.

Umbrella System (NEW)
Our new umbrella system mounts to the front of the seat but can be easily stowed when not in use.
Remote Tilt (NEW)
Our patented tilt-in-space mechanism can now be activated by gently lifting the armrest.
Coloured Seat
We can customise the outside of the chair in over 200 colours to make your chair, well a bit more you.
Handlebar Extension
Adjustable aluminium extensions with rubber grips for assistant use on GTE.

Raised Footplate
Ensuring we have the perfect leg support for all ages.
Hyperforma Cushion
Re-mouldable seat insert for children or adults.
Head/Neck Rest
Available in two styles. With 3-way adjustment and locking clamps.

Colouring Time

Life is made to be enjoyed in glorious technicolour. Due to Trekinetic’s unique carbon fibre seat, we can customise the outside of the chair in a choice of over 200 colours…making your chair…well just a bit more ‘you’.